7 Signs to Upgrade Your Commercial Laundry Equipment
Replacing your existing commercial laundry machines is a strategic decision that impacts your business directly. So, how do you know if it is the right timing to upgrade your machines? Here are 7 reasons to upgrade your machines for the long-term benefit of your laundry business:
More frequent downtime
Machines start acting up more often than usual even after servicing. Repairs are taking longer and cost more because the spare parts are harder to get especially for older models. Sometimes, old models are discontinued. Service for those machines is not supported and only refurbished parts are available. All these factors reduce the machine’s revenue potential and it is not worth saving it.
Increased utility bills
Older machines tend to be water and energy-inefficient due to older technology and wear-and-tear. Newer models such as Huebsch washer extractors use 33% less electricity and 11% less water. If your utility bills have increased more than 15% with the same daily load, it is time to look into upgrades. The utility savings from upgrading could exceed monthly finance instalments.
Losing your customers
Your customers are leaving you for your competitors. This is because your rivals have bigger washers and dryers with faster drying time. They also offer the convenience of cashless payments. Meanwhile, you are still using older, smaller machines and coin payment system.
Higher business volume
There is always a queue for the washer/dryer at your coin laundry. Work spills over to the next morning at your wash & fold operation. Complaints of late deliveries start to increase. These are all signs that your business volume has most likely outgrown your current laundry equipment capacity.
Non-smart system
Customers nowadays prefer cashless payment options. This also eliminates the need for coin collection for business owners. Modern machines with smart programming and remote monitoring enable better laundry results, higher efficiency and easier management. If you are still operating on old technology, you are losing out big-time.
More customer complaints
Common complaints could include clothes come out wetter than before. Increased detergent residue. Longer drying time. Musty-smelly laundry. If the complaints persist even after you’ve cleaned or serviced the machines, you’ll need to consider replacing them.
Expansion and rebranding
Usually, a laundry business expansion is best done with a rebranding. This would mean a fresh look with new flooring and equipment. Your old and rusty-spot machines do not fit into the modern and high-performance brand image you want to project. An upgrade will also help you cope better with larger laundry volumes and clients who require premium laundry services.
The benefits of laundry equipment upgrade done strategically can outweigh the costs. PLE Laundry Equipment Sdn. Bhd. is an industry expert in commercial laundry machines. Our full range of cutting-edge Huebsch commercial laundry equipment is engineered to help laundry business owners maximise their Return on Investment (ROI). Contact us at 016–262 2965 or 603–5633 6405 for more information today.
