Top signs you need new equipment

The lifespan of a coffee machine can vary greatly. So many factors come into play, including vend amount, servicing, brand, quality of machine, user error – the list goes on.

Just like an old car ticking over in the morning or putting along on a freeway and stalling every now and then, there’s often warning signs that something’s not quite right with an old faithful machine. But how do you tell the difference between equipment that needs replacing versus repair?

First, a good indication of a machine’s lifecycle is to check for a label with a build date or serial number. About five to seven years for a high-end machine is about right, and five years for a lower budget machine. It’s important to know the behaviour of your machine and pay attention to three key elements: sight, taste, and sense. By looking, drinking and smelling your coffee, you