IPP: The global leader in process plants and equipment

IPP is one of the most trusted used process equipment dealers in the world, with global operations and in-stock inventory.

Ron Gale, (l to r) Ross Gale and Jan Gale, photographed at company headquarters.

For over 47 years, International Process Plants (IPP) has been the go-to source for companies seeking high-quality used process plants and equipment. As the largest global provider in this space, IPP offers complete plant sites, individual process systems, and equipment across industries, including pharmaceutical, chemical, polymer, fertilizer, and more.

Companies turn to IPP for turnkey solutions that help reduce capital costs, shorten project timelines, and minimize environmental impact. With 20 complete plant sites, 110 unit operations, and over 15,000 major equipment pieces available immediately, IPP delivers unmatched flexibility for businesses looking to scale without long lead times.

Why companies trust IPP

Purchasing new equipment or building a facility from scratch can be time-consuming and costly. IPP eliminates these challenges by providing fully operational secondhand plants and systems, significantly reducing project timelines.

“Our mission has always been to help manufacturers find efficient, cost-effective solutions,” said Ross Gale, Vice President of IPP. “We work closely with our clients to ensure they get the best-fit process plants, equipment, and systems to meet their needs—without the excessive costs or delays of new builds.”

IPP’s comprehensive services include:

Complete plant acquisitions: Purchase of fully operational plant sites, with the option to retain land, buildings, and equipment.
Process unit relocations: IPP moves unit operations to new locations worldwide for cost-effective reuse.
Individual equipment sales: Ready-to-ship reactors, heat exchangers, dryers, and other key process equipment.
Decommissioning & risk transfers: Handling environmental remediation and asset disposition for closed manufacturing sites.

IPP’s sustainability leadership in process plant solutions

Environmental responsibility is a core component of our business model. The company recycles over 95% of materials during plant decommissioning, significantly reducing waste and supporting the circular economy. We are also certified by ISN RAVS Plus, ensuring compliance with the highest safety and environmental standards.

Explore IPP’s available inventory today:

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