Tiger Group is set to host an exciting online auction featuring valuable equipment and inventory previously owned by Grow Materials, LLC, a global leader in the distribution of industrial plastics and resins. The auction will commence on August 20, 2026, at 10 a.m. (CT) and will run until August 27, 2026, at the same time. This sale is particularly significant as it will include assets from Grow Materials' former manufacturing plants located in Cartersville, Georgia, and Houston, Texas.
The auction is being conducted on behalf of a court-appointed receiver and will be accessible at SoldTiger.com. This is a unique opportunity for businesses and individuals in the plastics industry to acquire valuable materials and lab equipment that were previously utilized in manufacturing and testing processes.
Among the featured items, bidders will find a range of high-quality nylons, polypropylenes, and several specialized engineering grades, including POM and PPS. Additionally, a standout piece of equipment in the auction is a Nissei NEX80V 88-ton all-electric injection molding machine equipped with TACT5 control, which illustrates the level of quality and utility available for purchase.
The total inventory up for grabs is originally valued at more than $6 million and encompasses a mixture of raw materials, lab equipment, material handling assets, and various furniture fixtures. Grow Materials has an extensive history of providing recycled plastics and resins, with its operational focus aimed at facilitating the resale of high-quality materials back into the market, thus supporting environmental sustainability initiatives.
John Coelho, Senior Director of Tiger Commercial & Industrial, mentioned that Grow Materials specialized in engineering plastics designed to withstand heavy usage, including versatile rubber-like plastics used in numerous applications from cushioning to sealing. This specialty focus has led to the availability of sophisticated lab and testing equipment in this auction, marking it as a particularly appealing event for stakeholders in the plastics industry.
With an array of laboratory equipment up for bid, highlights include:
- - Spectrometers, melt indexers, servos, electronic scales, among other lab peripherals.
- - Matsui DMZ2-80U dehumidifying dryer paired with Matsui HD2-15DH hot air dryers.
- - Instron 9050 pendulum impact tester alongside an Instron C-6898-000 motorized V-notch broaching machine.
- - Tinius Olsen MP1200 melt flow indexer with an intuitive touchscreen interface.
- - TA Instruments Discovery DSC25 calorimeter, complete with a refrigerated cooling system and a Dell XPS laptop.
- - Thermo Nicolet iS50 FT-IR spectrometer coupled with a Dell Inspiron 14 laptop.
- - Mettler Toledo MY104 analytical balance featuring a touchscreen.
Additionally, an assortment of material handling equipment, including LP gas forklifts and a hydraulic bulk box handler, enhances the offerings available to potential buyers. The auction will also feature rolling stock that includes highly sought-after automobiles from brands such as BMW and Tesla.
As part of the auction, various engineering resins are also available, including but not limited to:
- - Nylon (PA6, PA66, among others)
- - Polycarbonate (PC)
- - Acetal (POM)
- - Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)
- - Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)
- - Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPE)
- - And many more specialty materials like EVA and HMWPE
For those who want to inspect the equipment in person, arrangements can be made to visit the Cartersville and Houston facilities on August 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. local time. Interested parties should either email [email protected] or call (805) 497-4999 to make an appointment or ask any questions related to the auction.
The upcoming auction represents an incredible opportunity for industry professionals to enhance their operations, gain access to unique materials, and contribute to sustainability efforts through the acquisition of advanced lab equipment. Don't miss out on this chance to participate in a pivotal event in the industrial plastics landscape. Check out soldtiger.com for more details on assets and auction participation.