Used Colchester Vari Speed Medium Lathe for sale (38,820)

Condition: used, Year of construction: 2000, operating hours: 17,200 h, functionality: fully functional, machine/vehicle number: T 90077, turning length: 450 mm, turning diameter: 230 mm, travel distance X-axis: 200 mm, travel distance Z-axis: 450 mm, rotational speed (max.): 4,000 rpm, overall weight: 2,800 kg, - Year of manufacture: 2000 - Single owner, used in-house - Fully functional, under power, ready for demonstration - Operating hours: 17,200 h - X-axis travel: 200 mm - Z-axis travel: 450 mm - Turning diameter: 230 mm - Turning length: 450 mm - Spindle speed: 4,000 rpm - Spindle bore: 52 mm - Spindle motor power: 11 kW Dodpexgtrkefx Ac Hsci - Control: Fanuc 21 i - Tailstock - 12-station VDI 30 turret - Chip conveyor - Weight: 2,800 kg Net price ex-works, unloaded, from location Luckenwalde (Germany), excluding transport

Condition: used, Year of construction: 2004, saw blade diameter 360 / 425 / 460 mm cutting diameter 10 - 140 mm cutting speed 25 - 160 m/min total power requirement 35 kW weight of the machine ca. 4,2 t dimensions of the machine ca. 2,8 x 1,8 x 2,2 m Djdpjv Nq Rtofx Ac Hjci

Condition: like new (used), Year of construction: 2024, operating hours: 3,000 h, functionality: fully functional, machine/vehicle number: QYKM-1400x2900, total height: 3,200 mm, total width: 4,300 mm, total length: 7,600 mm, overall weight: 2,500 kg, Equipment: documentation/manual, We are selling our as-new pizza box machine due to business closure. The machine was ordered from China. It is nearly new and operates flawlessly. All components are fully functional. Coating can be applied at any time. Dcjdpfjxvy Hmjx Ac Hsi

Condition: new, Year of construction: 2024, functionality: fully functional, machine/vehicle number: G1115-0025, turning length: 2,100 mm, turning diameter: 610 mm, spindle speed (max.): 1,500 rpm, bar diameter (max.): 165 mm, controller model: Fanuc i Serie, The machine is new and has no operating hours! TECHNICAL DETAILS Turning length: 2,100 mm Maximum turning diameter: 610 mm Y-axis travel: 150 mm Spindle Speed: 1,500 rpm Maximum bar diameter: 165 mm Torque: 2,990/2,459 Nm Spindle nose: A1-15 Spindle bore: 21" 2-speed geared spindle Tool turret Tool positions: 12 x BMT 75 Speed of driven tools: 4,000 rpm Axes and tailstock Tailstock: MT #6 Tailstock stroke: 120 mm Dcsdpfozdztdex Ac Hoi C-axis available MACHINE DETAILS Control model: Fanuc i series Power: 45/37 kW EQUIPMENT C-axis Steady rest optional

Condition: ready for operation (used), Year of construction: 2019, operating hours: 5,991 h, functionality: fully functional, machine/vehicle number: 10147A, turning length: 320 mm, spindle speed (max.): 8,000 rpm, bar passage: 32 mm, controller model: FANUC System 32i-B, number of axes: 9, No minimum price – guaranteed sale to the highest bidder! The machine will be cleaned and ready for collection from July 31st! An inspection while the machine is powered on is possible until July 24th! TECHNICAL DETAILS Turning length: 320 mm Spindle speed (max.): 8,000 rpm Spindle speed (min.): 200 rpm Bar passage: 32 mm MACHINE DETAILS Control system: FANUC System 32i-B Total weight: 3,600 kg Operating hours (as of May 6, 2026) Operating hours: 9,243 h Machining time: 5,991 h EQUIPMENT Dodpjzfiipjfx Ac Hsci Fully programmable B-axis Total of 9 axes Loader magazine: FMB/turbo 3-36 HD/SFB-310 ECO (with high-pressure unit) Fire extinguishing system: Kraft & Bauer/FB 703 Chip conveyor: Hakusan/EKC 2052HP Counter-spindle coupling incl. pneumatic ejector B-axis swivel angle 135 degrees, fully programmable Pressure booster pump 16 bar incl. double cartridge filter 2 tools beside the counter-spindle for deep-hole drilling 8 driven tools on the B-axis carrier 4 driven tools on the rear side 1 driven angle head 90 degrees for the rear side 4 fixed tool spindles on the rear side

Condition: ready for operation (used), functionality: fully functional, machine/vehicle number: 2281500247, Year of construction: 2019, operating hours: 552 h, load capacity: 200 kg, lifting height: 3,000 mm, fuel type: electric, mast type: telescopic, overall weight: 800 kg, No minimum price – guaranteed sale to the highest bidder! TECHNICAL DETAILS Dcodpfx Aoziy Tgoc Hei Load capacity: 200 kg Lifting height: 3,000 mm Tilt adjustment with platform lowered: 5° MACHINE DETAILS Operating hours: 552 h Mast type: Telescopic Battery voltage: 24 V Battery weight: 70 kg Total unladen weight: 800 kg External reference: SL17014SP

Condition: used, Year of construction: 2023, functionality: fully functional, turning diameter over cross slide: 410 mm, turning length: 500 mm, turning diameter: 410 mm, spindle bore: 80 mm, spindle speed (max.): 5,000 rpm, travel distance X-axis: 260 mm, travel distance Y-axis: 90 mm, travel distance Z-axis: 510 mm, spindle motor power: 22,000 W, rapid traverse X-axis: 25 m/min, rapid traverse Y-axis: 12 m/min, rapid traverse Z-axis: 30 m/min, rotational speed (max.): 5,000 rpm, total height: 2,145 mm, total length: 3,272 mm, total width: 2,619 mm, quill stroke: 150 mm, overall weight: 6,800 kg, swing diameter over bed slide: 580 mm, Equipment: documentation/manual, We offer this used Okuma LB3000 EX II MY CNC lathe with ARMROID Automation. Year: 2023. Control: OSP-P300LA Excellent Clean Condition, fully operational and under power. Configuration: Single spindle CNC Turning Center with Armroid Robotic Arm. Main Spindle Seed: Up to 5,000 rpm Spindle Bore / Bar Capacity: 80mm Max Turning Diameter: 410mm Max Turning Length: 500mm Swing Over Bed: 580mm Turret: 12-station live tol turret Spindle Motor Power: 15 kW (20 HP) - (continuous) Y Axis Travel: 120mm (+70 * -50mm) Thermal Stabilization system (TAS for spindle and structure) to mitigate thermal expansion. Tail Stock Dcsdpfozi Ihfsx Ac Hoi Integrated Okuma robotic arm system for lights-out operation. Chip conveyor Regularly maintained and in excellent condition - last service September 2025 Byer is responsible for removal and delivery Machine can be used with or without robot loader as required making it very versatile

Condition: used, Year of construction: 1952, Technical details: turning diameter over bed: 1000 mm turning diameter over support: 520 mm turning length: 2500 mm support travel z-axis: plan: ca. 500 mm support travel z-axis: Obersupport: ca. 300 mm centre height: 300 mm spindle passage: 90 mm range of revolution per miute: 3,2 - 382 / 22 step U/min range of feed in x - axis: längs: 0,213 - 2,67 / 36 step m/min Dcsdpfx Aju Tq U Isc Hsi range of feed in y - axis: quer: 0,070 - 1,11 / 36 step m/min tailstock quill taper MT: 6 total power requirement: 22 weight of the machine ca.: 8,2 t dimension machine xH: 5,3 x 1.,6 x 1,6 m transport measurements machine: ca. 5,5 x 1,7 x 1,6 m Equipment: Faceplate Ø 1000mm 4-fold turning tool holder Lynette Ø 250 closed Accesorios four-jaw chuck Ø 630 i.D. *

Condition: used, Year of construction: 1963, Technical details: turning diameter over bed: 1000 mm turning diameter over support: 620 mm turning length: 3150 mm centre distance: 3150 mm turning diameter in the gap: 1200 mm length of gap: 800 mm weight of the machine ca.: 11,5 t dimension machine xH: 7,5 x 1,5 x 1,7 m incl. 2x steady rests and various tips Dsdpfx Acju Ix Aro Hjci *

Condition: used, Year of construction: 2005, turning length 200 mm swing diameter 20 mm spindle bore 20 mm control Cincom Number of working hours ca. 52.219 h Dsdpozkbp Eofx Ac Hoci In our assessment, the machine is in good used condition and can be inspected under power by appointment. Accessories, tools, and clamping devices shown are included in the scope of delivery only if specified in the additional information. Subject to change, errors in technical data and specifications, and prior sale.

Condition: excellent (used), Year of construction: 2004, A fully operational CNC lathe from Böhringer, model NG180, is available for sale. Dsdpfx Aox Swigjc Hsci

Condition: excellent (used), Year of construction: 1981, Center height: 130 mm Swing diameter over bed: 260 mm Swing diameter over carriage: 140 mm Distance between centers: 600 mm Spindle bore: 30 mm Bed width: 255 mm Spindle mount: DIN 55027 size 5 Speed range: 35.5 - 3,150 rpm Longitudinal feed range: 0.04 – 0.4 mm/rev Transverse feed range: 0.02 – 0.2 mm/rev Metric threads: 0.2 – 18 mm Inch threads: 2 – 76 TPI Module threads: 0.4 – 13.5 module Diametral pitch threads: 2.6 – 36 DP Tailstock taper: MT 4 Drive power: 3 kW Dimensions (L x W x H): 2,140 x 850 x 1,400 mm Weight: 1,100 kg Accessories / Special features: • 3-jaw wedge bar chuck FORKARDT F 160 with jaw safety, Ø 160 mm • Quick-change tool post system "Multifix" size B • Coolant system with chip guard • Chuck guard • Hardened bedways • Lighting • Bed stop • Emergency stop switch New brake discs, new drive clutch, new V-belts, and new gearbox and V-belt bearing in 2026. Repair costs: €3,950.00 net. Options: New 2- or 3-axis digital readout K+C, fully installed – upon request Siegfried Volz Werkzeugmaschinen Dcodexz Rfkopfx Ac Hoi Rüschebrinkstr. 151-153 DE - 44143 Dortmund - Wambel / Germany

Condition: excellent (used), Year of construction: 1984, Maximum turning height 180 mm Dcedpfjyud Itjx Ac Hei Distance between centers 1000 mm Swinging diameter over bed 350 mm Swinging diameter over cross slide 200 mm Bed width 255 mm Spindle bore 36.5 mm Spindle mounting, DIN 55027 Size 5 Speed range, 14 steps 28 – 2500 rpm Feeds, 9 longitudinal 0.04 – 0.4 mm/rev ditto, 9 facing 0.02 – 0.2 mm/rev 38 metric threads 0.2 – 18 mm 35 Whitworth threads 76 – 2“ 31 module threads 0.4 – 13.5 module 25 diametral pitch threads 36 – 2.6 pitch Tailstock mounting MK 4 Drive power 3 kW Machine dimensions L x W x H 2380 x 850 x 1800 mm Weight 1300 kg Accessories / Special features: • 2-axis digital display EASSON ES-8A • Quick-change tool holder system “Multifix” Size B • Chuck guard, foldable, electrically secured • Coolant system Siegfried Volz Werkzeugmaschinen Rüschebrinkstr. 151-153 DE - 44143 Dortmund - Wambel / Germany

Condition: used, Year of construction: 1999, Serial No. 37386, digital display, maximum turning diameter 165 mm, distance between centers 750 mm, spindle bore 42 mm, speed range 30 - 2,000 rpm, digital display. +++ ATTENTION: This machine is part of an online auction! +++ Dcodpfx Acszkaxrs Hoi

Condition: refurbished (used), Year of construction: 1977, turning diameter: 16,000 mm, faceplate diameter: 6,300 mm, year of last overhaul: 2026, Completely overhauled single-column vertical turning lathe, Blansko model SKSJ 1A, equipped with one vertical head for turning and milling operations. Dcedpfxozi S Tle Ac Hji Technical specifications: Faceplate diameter: 6300 mm Maximum workpiece height: 4800 mm Max. turning diameter with column near the faceplate: 8000 mm Max. workpiece diameter: 14700 mm Max. workpiece diameter for internal turning: 16000 mm Infinitely variable faceplate rotation: 0.5 – 20 rpm Max. workpiece weight: 100 tons Milling spindle max. speed: 1500 rpm 2-speed gearbox with 15 kW Siemens motor Manual clamping, ISO 50 taper tool Machine weight: approx. 220 tons The machine was completely overhauled in 2025 and supplied with the following brand-new components: - New electrical cabinet made with CE-compliant components (Siemens, Schrack, etc.) - New Siemens 828 numerical control, 100 kW main drive motor, 27 Nm feed motors, and ZF reducers with a 1/5 ratio - New ballscrews on 2 axes (vertical head and crossrail) - New scales on 2 axes, Heidenhain - The hydraulic and support systems made with CE-compliant components (Rexroth, Brevini, Atos, etc.) - New lubrication system, DROPSA-Italy or similar For more information, please contact us.

Condition: excellent (used), Year of construction: 2001, functionality: fully functional, turning length: 1,000 mm, turning diameter: 480 mm, • Turret overhauled in 2021 • Coolant pump upgraded to higher pressure/flow rate in 2021 • Draw tube replaced and spindle head newly mounted and ground in 2022 • Prepared for automatic loading of parts via robot cell Control: CNC control including Siemens 840 D color screen TECHNICAL DATA Maximum swing diameter: 550 mm Maximum turning diameter: 480 mm Turning length: 1000 mm Spindle bore: 78 mm Drive power (50%): 53 kW Dsdpowwkx Ejfx Ac Hsci Speed range (single stage): 30 – 4000 rpm Drum turret Number of stations: 12, of which powered: 6 Tool shank diameter: 40 mm Speed range (two-stage): 20 – 2500 rpm Tailstock (hydraulic quill adjustment) EQUIPMENT / ACCESSORIES  Full enclosure including work area lighting  Automatic power-operated sliding door  C-axis  Tailstock programmable drag function including various center points  12-position drum turret  Turret drive unit  Chip conveyor  Coolant system with reinforced pump, approx. 4 bar  Interface for automation  Various accessories  1 pc. Heimbuch collet chuck SK 80, without collets  1 pc. Schunk Rota NCF 315 three-jaw chuck  1 pc. Schunk Rota NCF 250 three-jaw chuck  1 pc. Schunk Rota NCF 250 two-jaw chuck  1 pc. WTO broaching head  2 pcs. driven tools CAPTO axial tool  2 pcs. driven tools CAPTO axial radial tool  3 pcs. driven tools CAPTO radial tool  7 pcs. static tool holders  Installation elements  Documentation

Condition: new, The Matrix Fast 500 is the latest in the Stromab range of automatic crosscutting machines, with a high speed upstroke saw action which depending on cutting paterns can give up to 40% more production than the standard machine. The machine is primarily designed for programmable and repetitive cutting from standard and / or random lengths of timber. The new high speed pneumatic saw unit with variable speed control, can also be set to limit the saw stroke when cutting smaller boards, helping to increase production even further. The pusher is fitted with a heavy duty rack and pinion drive feeding system, for fast and accurate positioning giving a high level of repeat cutting accuracy, the pusher is raised with a pneumatic cylinder forits return to its loading position, allowing the operator to prepare the next pack of timber on the table without having to wait for the pusher to return to its idle position. The infeed and outfeed tables are of all steel construction meaning even heavy sections or packs of timber can be processed. The saw unit and clamping area is totally enclosed by a clear hinged electrically interlocked hood that while allowing the operator a clear view of the cutting area still gives complete protection. additional safety features include full length guarding of the rear of the pusher system, whilst there is a safety pull cord running along the length of the front infeed table. Programming and entering of cutting lists is simple with the on board Top 12 control unit. With a 12" colour touch screen display, offering a modern, robust and reliable control system with many innovative features and is ideally suited for a factory or workshop environment. As standard the machine now offers USB, ethernet and 3 levels of optimisation including "board sequence" ideal for repetitive cutting. The Matrix OPTI version offers an additional 3 optimisation criterias including "minimum waste" and automatic board length measuring suitable for random length boards. The Matrix DEFECT version offers all optimisation criterias, length measuring, a defect removal camera and timber grading. Additional options also include extended outfeed table, pneumatic side roller pressure, label and inkjet printing. To date we have supplied over 250 Matrix saws in to the UK, with a number of customers installing several machines. Specification Self braking motor 10hp Dodpeb Tmwajfx Ac Hjci Saw blade diameter 500mm Max cutting width 390mm ( refer to chart ) Max cutting height 150mm ( refer to chart ) Pusher unit 3000 to 15000mm Precision rack and pinion drive giving a high level of repeat cutting accuracy. Pneumatic rising of the pusher at the end of cutting cycle Positioning speed 100m/min Positioning accuracy + /- 0.2mm Elco TOP 12 control unit Touch screen with 12" colour display 1m outfeed table Dust outlets 2 x 100mm diameter

Year of construction: 2008, condition: good (used), Item: M-07196-Ishida Tray Sealer Ishida - Automatic High Speed Tray Sealer Serie QX-775 R Year of production 2008 Specification: Machine model QX775, Tray Sealer Suitable for 5 impression tool 40 mm gate Options vac gas/gas flushing Electrical requirements: 3 phase 415 V, 4500 VA Pneumatic Supply: 8 bar, 650 nominal l/min Weight: 830 kg Incl. Tray dispenser & tool trolley Dedpfx Acjh Dbwie Heci

Condition: excellent (used), Swing over bed 320 mm Distance between centers 800 mm Spindle speeds -4000 rpm Control: HEIDENHAIN Manual Plus M Dcodpfx Acsi Ezhqo Hoi Misc. accessories MARCELS MASCHINEN CH

Year of construction: 2013, condition: good (used), Swing over bed 380 mm Distance between centers 700 mm Spindle speeds -2500 rpm Control: SIEMENS Optica Misc. accessories Dsdpfxshp Razj Ac Heci MARCELS MASCHINEN CH

Condition: used, Year of construction: 2011, turning diameter 590 mm turning length 1100 mm control Fanuc turning diameter over bed 800 mm total power requirement --- kW Djdpfx Acozi E A Te Hjci weight of the machine ca. 9,5 t dimensions of the machine ca. --- m

Condition: as good as new (ex-display), Year of construction: 2026, Optiturn L34 HS CNC lathe directly from the manufacturer. L34 HS - The OPTIMUM CNC lathe with Siemens control SINUMERIK 808D Advanced PPU 150. Strutted machine bed made of gray cast iron - Elaborate spindle bearings - Emergency stop switch - Central lubrication - Spindle and feed motors from Siemens - Maintenance-friendly protective housing - Rear access flap for maintenance - Safety switch on the front sliding door - Turning turret is located behind the turning center (left turning tool) - Linear guide - Software package "SINUMERIK 808D on PC" included. (Practical training software, so that workpieces can be programmed and simulated offline on the PC. Free to download Technical data Electrical connection 400 V / 3 Ph ~50 Hz Total connected load 6.5 kVA Spindle Drive motor S1 operation 3.7 kW Torque drive motor S1 operation 23.6 Nm Torque at the spindle 40 Nm Spindle holder DIN 6350 A2-3 Spindle bore Ø 46 mm Dcedpfx Acjzi Evgo Hji Coolant system Coolant pump output 95 W Tank capacity 75 liters Machine data Center height 165 mm Center width 600 mm Rotation Ø over cross slide Ø 146 mm Rotation Ø over machine bed Ø 350 mm Speed range Yvwdh0 Spindle speeds* 30 - 3500 min-1 Tool turret Type electric Number of tool positions 6 tools Mounting height, width square max. 16 mm Mounting diameter of boring bar max. 16 mm Accuracy Repeat accuracy ± 0.01 mm Positioning accuracy ± 0.01 mm Travel distance X-axis 145 mm Z-axis 465 mm Feed speed X-axis 6,000 mm/min. Z-axis 8,000 mm/min. Machine leasing possible via Siemens Finance. Liquidity required.

Condition: as good as new (ex-display), Year of construction: 2026, Optiturn L28 HS CNC lathe directly from the manufacturer. L28 HS - The OPTIMUM CNC lathe with Siemens control SINUMERIK 808D Advanced PPU 150. Strutted machine bed made of gray cast iron - Elaborate spindle bearings - Emergency stop impact switch - Central lubrication - Reference switch - Maintenance-friendly protective housing - Rear access flap for maintenance - Safety switch on the front sliding door - Turning turret is located behind the turning center (left turning tool) - Linear guide - Software package "SINUMERIK 808D on PC" included. (Practical training software, so that workpieces can be programmed and simulated offline on the PC. Free to download free of charge - Two-year SIEMENS warranty included Technical data Electrical connection 400 V / 3 Ph ~50 Hz Total connected load 3.75 kVA Spindle Drive motor S1 operation 2.2 kW Torque drive motor S1 operation 14 Nm Torque at the spindle 28 Nm Spindle holder DIN 6350 A2-3 Spindle cone 5C Spindle bore Ø 30 mm Cooling lubricant system Coolant pump output 95 W Tank capacity 25 liters Machine data Center height 169 mm Center width 430 mm Rotation Ø over cross slide Ø 200 mm Rotation Ø over machine bed Ø 300 mm Dcjdpfezi Er Iex Ac Hsi Speed range Spindle speeds* 40 - 4,000 min-1 Tool turret Type electric Number of tool positions 6 tools Mounting height, width square max. 16 mm Mounting diameter of boring bar max. 16 mm Accuracy Repeat accuracy ± 0.01 mm Positioning accuracy ± 0.01 mm Bhajn7pvcu Travel distance X-axis 145 mm Z-axis 465 mm Feed speed X-axis 10,000 mm/min. Z-axis 12,000 mm/min. Machine leasing possible via Siemens Finance. Liquidity required.

Condition: good (used), Code: 0433 Brand: ZACCARI - ITALY Model: T 95 Lathe with copying device for wood and similar materials, cork and various Technical specifications: Max centre distance 950 mm Centre height 210 mm Max machining diameter 400 mm 3-jaw chuck Dcedezi Egrspfx Ac Hji Copying device with feeding Gouge rest Tailstock Variable speed Motor power 1 Hp Overall dimensions mm 1700 x 600 x 1100 h Weight kg 300

Condition: used, turning diameter over cross slide: 710 mm, spindle bore: 180 mm, turning diameter: 1,000 mm, turning length: 4,000 mm, quill stroke: 250 mm, quill diameter: 125 mm, spindle speed (max.): 800 rpm, spindle speed (min.): 6 rpm, bed width: 560 mm, overall weight: 9,700 kg, Equipment: rotational speed infinitely variable, KRAFT BV-40160 – USED HEAVY-DUTY LATHE A KRAFT BV-40160 from a company liquidation. Originally delivered to the previous owner as new from the factory in 2016/2017. On-site inspection or via video call is possible at any time. KEY FEATURES - Conventional guide and lead screw heavy-duty lathe, turning diameter 1,000 mm, distance between centers 4,000 mm - Additional guide for the tailstock on the lower machine bed - Frequency-controlled main drive 22 kW - Swiveling 4-position tool holder TECHNICAL DATA - Turning diameter over bed: 1,000 mm - Turning diameter over cross slide: 710 mm - Swing diameter in the gap: 1,280 mm, gap width 450 mm - Center height: 500 mm - Distance between centers: 4,000 mm - Bed width: 560 mm (3V + 1 flat), additional tailstock guide on the lower bed - Cross slide width: 350 mm - Spindle bore: 180 mm, spindle nose A2-15 - Spindle speeds: 4-speed, continuously variable 6-800 rpm - Main motor: 22 kW with frequency inverter - Cross movement of tailstock: 550 mm, upper slide movement: 225 mm - Tailstock quill Ø 125 mm, stroke 250 mm, taper MK 6 - Tool bit cross-section: 40 mm - Lead screw: Ø 60 mm x 2 T.P.I. - Weight: net approx. 9,000 kg / gross approx. 9,700 kg - Dimensions: approx. 5,845 x 1,950 x 1,925 mm STANDARD EQUIPMENT Djdpfx Acszi Duhe Hsci - Coolant system - Fixed steady rest Ø 60-380 mm - Swiveling, manual 4-position tool holder - Sliding chuck guard with electrical interlock - Swiveling, electrically interlocked guard for the upper tailstock - Traveling, rear chip / splash water guard - Halogen machine lamp - Installation / leveling elements, machine tools - German and English technical documentation, CE version - 400 V, 50 Hz, 3-phase CONDITION Used machine from a company liquidation. Sold "as is, where is", no warranty. On-site inspection or via video call is strongly recommended. OUR SERVICE Online or on-site factory inspection, transport organized on request, assembly, commissioning and operator training by our service technicians, direct German-speaking contact person for spare parts and support, member of the FDM, the trade association of the machine and tool wholesale trade. Since this is a single item, subject to prior sale. Please call or write to us, and we will arrange an inspection appointment as soon as possible.