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