How do you estimate demand for used industrial equipment in a new region?

Start with proxy indicators — pull construction permits, manufacturing employment data, and auction sale volumes from sites like Ritchie Bros or IronPlanet for the Southeast region. Cross-reference that with SIC/NAICS code data from the Census to see which industries are growing there. Honestly, even 5-10 calls with regional equipment dealers will tell you more than a month of desk research.