Bright Star Auctions

Expertise: Business Sales, Sawmill Equipment, Forestry Machinery, Heavy Equipment Auctions Welcome to Bright Star Auctions, where we transform the auction experience into unparalleled opportunities. Established in 2011 and headquartered in Middlebury, Indiana, we’ve been at the forefront of the auction industry, specializing in the sale of businesses, sawmill equipment, forestry machinery, and heavy equipment through dynamic and impactful auctions. Sawmills hold a special place in our expertise. We curate auctions featuring premium logging and sawmill setups, facilitating the exchange of essential tools like Barko loaders, Wood-Mizer band saws, knucklebooms, and more. With a nationwide reach, we connect sellers with buyers who value top-quality equipment. Our Michiana Equipment Consignment Auction has become a cornerstone event in Middlebury, Indiana. Conveniently located near the 80/90 toll road and the Michigan state line, this full-day auction gathers an extensive selection of heavy equipment, machinery, tools, and more, attracting bidders from across the region. Bright Star Auctions was founded by Loren Beachy and Eugene Hochstetler, combining decades of auctioneering experience and equipment expertise. Loren, who began his auctioneer journey at 18, teamed up with Eugene in 2017 to establish Bright Star as an industry leader. Today, our team of 40 dedicated professionals continues to push boundaries in auction excellence. Our reach is global. Through our IronRing Advantage, a monthly virtual consignment auction, we unite sellers and buyers from across the United States and beyond. With cutting-edge marketing strategies and a global bidder base, IronRing maximizes exposure and delivers top returns for your equipment. Bright Star Auctions: Where expertise meets innovation, transforming auctions into opportunities for success.