When you work in food service, it can be surprising who you serve. You might serve a firefighter on their way home from putting out a fire. You might serve hospital workers, artists, musicians, lawyers, and dentists. It's a unique role, but it's a very important one. Everyone needs to eat, and so everyone really needs food service. We like to write about food service on this blog, and it is not always from the perspective you might imagine we would write about. Read a few articles, and you'll get a better sense of what we mean and what this industry really involves.
Are you getting ready to purchase a new food packaging machine for your business? Whether you're looking for something small that can handle your bakery or something large that can handle your national food sales program, here are a few things to consider when choosing a food packaging machine to invest in.
Warranty Options
One of the most important things to consider when choosing a food packaging machine is your warranty options. If you're buying new equipment, it will probably come with a basic manufacturer's warranty that will cover repairs due to malfunctions or defects, but not due to regular breakdowns or wear and tear. However, an extended warranty that can be purchased for the new or used equipment that you buy will cover many breakdowns and problems for several years so that you don't have to worry about paying for expensive, unexpected repairs while trying to profit from your business.
However, not all extended warranties are created equal. Some offer coverage for a longer period of time than others. Some require higher deductibles and copays than others. Some cover more components than others. So, it's important to take your time and compare extended warranty options when choosing a food packaging machine to ensure that you know what to expect when it comes to financial protection as time goes on.
Maintenance Requirements
It is also crucial to consider maintenance requirements when considering a specific food packaging machine to invest in. Maintenance is key when it comes to ensuring that your food packaging machine will work properly and reliably for years to come. If maintenance is not made a priority, you may experience premature breakdowns and inconsistent performance issues in the future.
Any food packaging equipment you consider buying should come with detailed maintenance requirements to follow, so make sure you understand them and that you can manage them while running your business. Also, consider finding out whether you can purchase a maintenance plan for your new machine, so you don't have to worry about maintenance at all.
Equipment Relocation
What happens if you change locations and need to move your food packaging machine or you just want to relocate your current location? Do you have the experience and equipment necessary to get the job done in-house, or will you need help from a third party? If the latter is the case, find out if the company you buy your equipment from offers relocation services. If not, make sure that there is a service provider in your area that does offer such services. If you cannot, it might be a good idea to find a piece of equipment that can be relocated by the company selling it or another service provider close to you.
For more information on food packaging equipment, contact a professional near you.
Share21 December 2022
