In industries where efficiency and safety drive competitiveness, material handling equipment is essential. A South African client recently needed to source Full Electric Pallet Stackers (5m lift height, 1.5-ton capacity) — robust machines designed to improve warehouse and logistics operations.
The challenge? Finding the right equipment at the right cost, while avoiding the risks of dealing with unfamiliar international suppliers.
Afrimart once again stepped in as a trusted product sourcing company in South Africa, managing the procurement end-to-end: from supplier vetting and negotiation to logistics, customs clearance, and local after-sales support.
The Client’s Challenge
Our client operates in a fast-moving sector where reliable lifting and stacking equipment is non-negotiable. They required Full Electric Pallet Stackers capable of:
Lifting heavy loads up to 1.5 tons
Reaching lift heights of 5 meters
Operating safely in commercial and warehouse environments
However, sourcing this type of machinery directly from overseas suppliers posed several risks:
Price inconsistency across quotes
Fraudulent suppliers or middlemen
Complex logistics and customs clearance
Lack of local warranty and after-sales support
Afrimart’s Procurement Solution
Afrimart designed a turnkey procurement approach to meet the client’s needs:
1. Supplier Sourcing & Vetting
We identified a trusted overseas manufacturer specializing in electric stackers. Supplier credentials, export history, and certifications were verified to eliminate fraud risks.
2. RFQ Management & Negotiation
Multiple RFQs were gathered, benchmarked, and negotiated. Afrimart’s procurement expertise secured a 25% cost saving compared to alternative quotes the client had received.
3. Quality Assurance
Before shipping, the stackers underwent a pre-shipment inspection to ensure functionality, safety standards, and compliance with international requirements.
4. Logistics & Customs Clearance
Afrimart managed the sea freight shipment, handled all customs documentation, and ensured smooth clearance into South Africa.
5. Local After-Sales & Warranty Support
Afrimart’s role did not end at delivery. By offering local after-sales service and warranty support, the client had the confidence that any future issues would be resolved without dealing with overseas suppliers.
Results & Outcomes
In less than six weeks, the client had their Full Electric Pallet Stackers delivered and operational.
25% cost savings compared to competitor quotes
Hassle-free delivery with customs clearance fully managed
Improved warehouse efficiency and safety with high-capacity stackers
Confidence secured through Afrimart’s local warranty and after-sales support
