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JJ Kane’ s nationwide locations. From there, the company handles marketing, detailed listings and timed online auctions that attract buyers across the country.

That emphasis on transparency has become a key part of the sales process.“ We take pride in providing detailed and transparent listings, giving our buyers the confidence to bid knowing exactly what they’ re purchasing,” the company notes. The goal is to give bidders enough information to act, even if they can’ t see the item in person before auction day.

US Auctions, based in California, leans on decades of experience with public agencies and utility companies to move everything from construction equipment to fleet vehicles. One of the first firms in the West to simulcast on-site auctions online, the company now markets to more than 240,000 registered buyers worldwide. For sellers, that global reach means greater competition for their assets and potentially stronger prices.

Digital Tools Gain Ground As more contractors turn to online platforms, auctioneers are adapting to meet new expectations. Ritchie Bros., one of the industry’ s largest players, has rolled out a streamlined digital checkout process for buyers. After winning a bid, buyers can now instantly access invoices, manage tax information and choose flexible payment options, including credit cards, bank transfers and financing.

The shift is not just about convenience for buyers. Sellers also benefit from Ritchie Bros.’ upgraded tools. A new“ Seller Experience” dashboard provides real-time breakdowns of deductions, timelines and payouts, removing much of the guesswork that used to accompany consignment. For contractors looking to track sales across multiple pieces of equipment, the digital statements help simplify reporting and reduce delays in payment.

For companies like Rummel Construction in Arizona, that efficiency is key. Equipment Director Chase Hamilton said Ritchie Bros.’ timed auctions let him move equipment quickly without spending all day at an auction site.“ All my pieces timed out and sold by noon on auction day,” he said.“ It wasn’ t an all-day ordeal.”

Online Marketplaces Expand Reach

Perhaps no company reflects the shift to online selling more than bidadoo, which runs weekly auctions through its long-standing partnership with eBay. With more than 150 million global buyers on the platform, bidadoo has built its business around reach and speed. According to the company, over 80 % of the machines it sells are shipped out of state, underscoring the size of its buyer base. That reach can be especially