For companies that must use large equipment in their various functions it's generally the case that expensive items will either be rented on a regular basis or the company will attempt to obtain asset heavy equipment financing wherein the company's value and assets will be placed against a loan for a piece of equipment. The decision to make a purchase that requires extensive financing may depend on the age and prosperity of the company and how long it has been in business. Newer companies may not have the amount of collateral required while older companies will generally possess enough security.