Choose the best machine to do the job, not one that is a compromise for budgetary reasons.Ask key questions that are relevant to your business: Can it do delicates? How flexible is it? How easy is it to customise programs? Can it control solvent temperatures, drum action, spin speeds etc?
Choose equipment with all the features you need. If these are bundled into the deal they will be cheaper than optional extras or paying for them to be added at a later date.
Ask for the equipment specification and judge for yourself how efficient it is and what the running costs will be. Water, gas, electricity and steam – these days running costs are a much more important part of the initial purchasing decision than ever they used to be.
Choose a supplier that has been in business a long while. Not only can you be confident they will be around to solve your after sales issues and offer service support, they will be able to see the bigger picture and have the experience to offer you advice on your installation.
Check the financial stability of the company you are buying from. Having sold you a machine, will they still be there tomorrow to support you if anything goes wrong?
Having shortlisted suppliers ask for third party references from existing customers and give them a call for their experiences. If possible, see if you can visit them.
Ask also about service support. Check what is included in the warranty and crucially what the call out policy is and how long you will be expected to wait. Ask what the rate of ‘first time fix’ is.
Does your supplier offer help in sourcing finance? Only a few will have the experience and contacts to give you informed advice.
Alternatively, do contact us - with our many years of experience, we will be able to help you decide what will be best for your business.
These are some of the benefits and advices we can offer to the newcomers in the
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