Before You Start
Before importing your machines, make sure you have:
- Access to your Seller Dashboard
- A completed spreadsheet containing your machine details
- Product images and Videos ready.
- The MachineTools-Sales import template .
If you do not already have a spreadsheet prepared, download and use the template provided. This ensures your machine information is entered in the correct format for the system.
Step 1: Access the Import Tool
- Log in to your Seller Dashboard.
- Navigate to Listings.
- Click the Import / Export button.
This will open the bulk import section.
Step 2: Download the Template
If this is your first time importing products, download the spreadsheet template.
If you have one or two products listed, you can export that and work off that sheet.
The template contains all the available machine specification fields and helps ensure your information is uploaded correctly.
TEMPLATE FEILD GUIDE : BASIC FIELDS AND WHAT THEY ARE
| Field | What Is It? | Guide |
|---|---|---|
| Seller ID | Used to identify the seller associated with the product. | Leave blank when creating new products. The system will automatically assign this. |
| Title | The name of your machine listing. This is what buyers will see and search for. | Include the Manufacturer, Model, Year, and Machine Type where possible. For example: "Haas VF-2 Vertical Machining Centre 2020". |
| Part Exchange | Indicates whether you are willing to accept a part exchange. | Enter Yes or No. |
| Description | A detailed description of the machine and any relevant sales information. | Include the machine condition, specifications, included tooling, and any other important information. If you are unsure what to write, you can use our AI Description Tool after importing the product. |
| Brand | The manufacturer or brand of the machine. | Example: Haas, Mazak, DMG Mori, Doosan. |
| Model | The specific machine model. | Example: VF-2, QT250, NHX5000. |
| Minimum Bid Price | The lowest bid that can be accepted for an auction listing. | Only required for Auction listings. Leave blank for Pure Sale listings. |
| Minimum Offer Price | The lowest offer you are willing to accept. | Only required for Auction listings. Leave blank for Pure Sale listings. |
| Buy Price | The selling price of the machine. | Enter the price you would like to sell the machine for. |
| Machine Type | Indicates whether the machine is CNC or manually operated. | Enter CNC or Manual. |
| Sales Type | Specifies how the machine will be sold. | Enter Pure Sale or Auction. |
| Duration Days | The duration of the auction listing. | Only required for Auction listings. Select the number of days the auction should run. |
| Condition | The current condition of the machine. | Enter New or Used. |
| Categories | The machine category and subcategory. | Use the format: Category/Subcategory. For example: Metal Working Machinery & Machine Tools/Vertical Machining Centres. |
| Customisable Fields | Additional machine specifications and technical information. | Complete any fields that are relevant to your machine. Fields left blank will simply not be displayed on the listing. |
CATEGORY GUIDE
Metal Working Machinery & Machine Tools/Accessories for Metalworking Machines
Metal Working Machinery & Machine Tools/Drilling Machines & Boring Mills
Metal Working Machinery & Machine Tools/Grinding Machines
Metal Working Machinery & Machine Tools/Horizontal Machining Centres
Metal Working Machinery & Machine Tools/Lathes
Metal Working Machinery & Machine Tools/Measuring Machines
Metal Working Machinery & Machine Tools/Metal Cutting Saws
Metal Working Machinery & Machine Tools/Milling Machines
Metal Working Machinery & Machine Tools/Other Metal Processing Machinery
Metal Working Machinery & Machine Tools/Presses
Metal Working Machinery & Machine Tools/Sheet Metal Working
Metal Working Machinery & Machine Tools/Universal Machining Centres
Metal Working Machinery & Machine Tools/Vertical Machining Centres
Metal Working Machinery & Machine Tools/Welding Machines & Cutting Equipment
Metal Working Machinery & Machine Tools/Window Machines
*Copy and paste the subcategory you would like to list for your machines
Step 3: Complete Your Spreadsheet
Open the template and enter your machine details.
Each row represents a single machine listing.
Examples of information you can include:
Make sure each machine is entered on its own row.
Step 4: Save Your Spreadsheet
Once all machine information has been added, save the file as a CSV (Comma Separated Values) file. This is the format required by the import tool.
Step 5: Upload Your File
Return to the Import / Export page.
- Click Choose File.
- Select your completed CSV file.
- Click Import.
The system will begin processing your machine listings.
Step 6: After Upload.
After the import has completed:
• Successful listings will be added to your account as unpublished products. Before publishing them, you should review each listing, upload any images or videos, and make any necessary edits to ensure the information is accurate.
Note: The system contains a predefined set of machine specification fields. If your spreadsheet includes additional custom fields that do not exist within the system, they will not be imported or displayed on the listing. However, additional information can often be added within the Specification Fields section, which provides greater flexibility for custom machine details.
Helpful Tips
• Leave Fields that are not needed blank.
• Ensure each machine is entered on a separate row.
• Check that Basic information such as Manufacturer and Machine Type has been completed.
• Keep product information clear and accurate.
• Upload a small number of machines first if you are using the import feature for the first time.
Need Help?
If you experience any issues while importing your products, please contact the MachineTools-Sales support team and provide a copy of the spreadsheet you are attempting to upload. This will help us investigate and resolve the issue more quickly.