They are only good for very small accounts of the following criteria:. You can get an antares machine for this kind of a price and do this I have upgraded my larger accounts from antares machines to full-size snack and soda machines and have done well because of it. I am going to place one of these machines into a new location soon as it is part of an account that does pretty decent at another location. These machines have their places Been there. Done that. This is because these machines have virtually no resale value and they just aren't something you want to put into new locations if you ask me.
I would agree with angrychris. If vending is going to be a hobby and you get a good deal then go ahead. If you are wanting to build a business then don't bother.
We bought a couple of Planet Antares Office Deli combo machines about 2 years ago. They have filed bankruptcy and the warranties we have on the machines are worthless!!! My advice is to stay away from the machines. Thank you all for the sound advice and experience that you have provided discussing the Antares company and they're machines as a whole. But for me I would like to know of those who have had exact experience with the "Office Deli" machine by Antares.
The price the seller paid is about right. Is that each or for both? If its both then is a good deal, if you want to deal with and operate second rate equipment. If you do sandwiches and stuff like that the spoilage on the refrigerated part ought to pretty successful at eating all your profits I think on these machines the "food" part is just a snack machine with larger spirals no refer.
So all the food needs to be shelf stable. I am sure you are aware of the internet remarks by current owners of this machine. These machines can often be found along the side of the road. Between the water leaks and small capacity for stock, I would try to go in another direction. Find a local equipment seller. Work with them. Often they have locations available to help get you going. At least call them or visit them. As for the question that you never really asked "Is this a good deal?
The idea of them is pretty neat in the sense that you have "everything" right there in one package. However, what they DON'T tell you is that if you had a location that justified having "everything" then it would go through SO much stock that you would have to refill that thing every single day, two or three times a day to keep it from running out.
Basically, I think Antares machines have their place but you need to be ready to do your own repairs on them or be ready to take them to the scrap yard if they crap out on you. I would say This is for a new location in which only has a max total of 40 employees.
As far as the capacity of the machine it states that it can hold products so I'm estimating maybe 2 fills a week if the employees really blow through the snacks. Plus, the location is very close to my home, about 15 minutes down the road in case I do need to have the machine filled more often.
The business is open 7 days a week with the weekend having a few employees. Both machines are no more than 6 months old and if it really comes down to it, I will sell them off at a higher price than I purchased them and get a full size. I hope that I am pushed to do so due to high demand and not a broken machine.
My preference would never to buy an Antares machine but the price is right and the machine does look very professional and appealing to a business, no doubt about that. Also, from my understanding they break down into 3 separate pieces for ease of relocating. I will update this thread to tell you all how it goes. Parts-Service Vending Machine Manuals.
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