Published: 23rd August 2024
We are a nation that now thrives on its consumption of coffee, with many of us addicted to caffeine and needing it to get started and get through the day. It can be an important source of fuel for both body and mind, which is why many workplaces are now installing their own coffee vending machines.
There are a number of different types of coffee machine on the market, so here we take a look at whether a floor standing unit or a tabletop machine would be better for your business.
As the name suggests, a tabletop coffee machine can sit on any table or counter as long as there is a relevant power source nearby. One of the biggest benefits of this type of machine is the fact that it takes up very little space. It can be neatly slotted into any gap and put in any room within your business, whether it is a kitchen or a conference room. This means you do not have to make any special allowances for it, and installation can be quick and easy.
Tabletop coffee machines are versatile models that allow you to not only make coffee, but usually tea, hot water and hot chocolate as well. They often give you the option to be in control of the brewing process and so you may be able to choose everything from the water temperature to the extraction time to ensure that every cup of coffee is high quality, consistent and impressive. Tabletop coffee machines also tend to work much quicker and can sometimes be capable of making more than one cup at once, making them much more time efficient.
However, it is important to remember that the fact that the machine is smaller will also mean that the capacity is smaller. Therefore, there will be a limit to the number of hot drinks that it can dispense before needing to be refilled, and so the level of use that is expected needs to be taken into account when making your decision over which type of coffee machine is most suitable.
A floor standing coffee machine is a bulky, heavy-duty unit and so it cannot simply be perched on a countertop and will need to be safe and secure on a stable floor. There are different versions of floor standing coffee machines, so you can choose from one that comes with its own tank or one that needs to be plumbed into the mains water.
Due to their size, these types of floor standing coffee machines are designed to be able to dispense vast numbers of cups each day. This much greater capacity means that they are a better option for busy areas such as canteens and large businesses. It can also make them a more cost-effective option as the price per cup comes down significantly.
These also self-contained units, which means you do not need to have tables nearby with extras such as cups, stirrers or sugar on hand. They are easily noticeable and accessible machines for everyone, and they usually offer an extensive choice of coffee options.
Both tabletop and floor standing coffee machines have their own benefits and advantages, so it is important to assess what your needs are and the space that is available in order to determine which machine is right for you. When you know where it needs to be located and how many cups of coffee it needs to provide during the working day, you will be better informed on which machine should take up residence in your business.
Here at Cema Vending, we have a wide range of workplace coffee machines available for purchase or hire. Contact our team today on 01157 845 845 or email sales@cemavending.co.uk to find out more.
