Presses for Industry, LLC
- Detroit, Michigan
- 46 Years Experience
- International
- Mid
- CEA · Verify
About
Presses for Industry, LLC is a Detroit, Michigan-based international dealer of used stamping, fabricating, CNC, and tool room equipment established in 1980. Chase Thornton holds the CEA designation from AMEA. The company maintains a 25,000 square foot heated warehouse equipped with a 40-ton capacity crane and employs staff with over 50 years of combined experience in evaluating used machinery.
Services & Specializations
Presses for Industry, LLC provides certified appraisals, liquidations, and auctions for stamping, fabricating, CNC, and tool room equipment. Services include machinery consignment sales, trade-in valuations, and specialized programs for financial institutions. The company also offers customization, financing alternatives, and a 30-day return privilege on selected equipment.
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Full Bio
Presses for Industry, LLC has been an international dealer of used stamping, fabricating, CNC, and tool room equipment since 1980. Based in Detroit, Michigan, the company operates a 25,000 square foot heated warehouse equipped with a 40-ton capacity crane located 30 minutes north of Detroit Metro Airport. Chase Thornton, a CEA-designated appraiser through AMEA, leads the company’s appraisal services. The firm provides certified appraisals, liquidations, and auctions while maintaining compliance with banking and corporate governance standards. Presses for Industry also offers specialized programs for financial institutions, machinery consignment, trade-in valuations, and custom equipment modifications. The company’s global reputation and active industry involvement support worldwide machinery distribution.
Notable Engagements
Serves tier-one manufacturing facilities and smaller operations. Works with financial institutions through specialized Safe and Sound Program for collateral recovery.
Credentials & Verification
Credentials held by Chase Thornton, each independently verifiable:
- VerifyCEAIssued by Association of Machinery & Equipment Appraisers

