Workplace kitchens continue to evolve and prioritise functionality and modern convenience. Many businesses are moving away from traditional kettles in favour of less clutter and opting for instant boiling water taps. Zip Taps have become one of the most popular solutions for contemporary workplaces, as they cater to varying tastes by offering boiling, chilled and sparkling options for staff and visitors.
In this guide, we’ll explain everything businesses need to know about Zip Taps, including how they work, the different types available and which system is ideal for your workplace.
What is a Zip Tap?
A Zip Tap is an advanced water dispensing system that provides instant filtered water directly from a tap. Depending on the model chosen, a Zip Tap can dispense boiling, chilled, sparkling and ambient filtered water without the need for kettles, bottled water coolers or separate appliances.
Why Offices Are Choosing Zip Taps
Zip Taps feature a variety of styles and functions, including sleek modern displays, touch-free technology and advanced filtered water systems to create a more premium workplace setting.
- Faster access to hot drinks
- Improved energy efficiency
- Better workplace hygiene
- Saves kitchen space
- Enhances employee experience
What Types of Water Can Zip Taps Dispense?
Zip Taps are available in several configurations depending on workplace requirements. Offices can choose single-function systems, combination systems or all-in-one models that provide boiling, chilled and sparkling water from one tap.
Boiling
Offices looking to reduce clutter and replace kettles benefit from Zip Tap systems that provide hot water for tea, coffee, soups and other refreshments. Boiling water functionality is available across a wide range of systems, including HydroTap G5 Classic Plus and Touch Free Wave.
Chilled
Chilled filtered water provides staff and visitors with cold drinking water throughout the day without requiring bottled water coolers. This function is particularly popular in larger offices and customer-facing workplaces. Chilled water options are included with HydroTap Classic Plus All-In-One and HydroTap Classic Plus All-In-One.
Sparkling
Sparkling water functionality provides filtered carbonated water directly from the tap. This is an increasingly popular functionality in offices looking to offer a premium employee experience while reducing bottled drink usage. Models such as the Celsius Arc All-In-One and HydroTap G5 with Arc Mixer provide an option for refreshing sparkling water.
Ambient
Ambient filtered water provides room-temperature drinking water directly from the tap. This is useful for hydration throughout the day and can also support workplaces aiming to reduce bottled water usage. Ambient options are commonly included within all-in-one systems and mixer tap combinations.
Which Zip Tap is Suitable for Your Office?
Choosing the right Zip Tap depends on several practical considerations, including the number of employees, peak usage times and the available kitchen space.
Smaller offices with fewer staff members may only require a compact boiling and chilled water system for basic daily use. Medium-sized workplaces often benefit from combination systems that can comfortably handle higher demand during breaks and meetings. Larger offices, customer-facing environments and multi-floor workplaces may require higher-capacity or industrial Zip systems designed for continuous use throughout the day.
Before choosing a Zip system, consider the following in your workplace:
- Daily demand for hot drinks
- Number of kitchen or breakout areas
- Whether sparkling water is required
- Available under-counter space
- Future office growth
- Staff wellbeing priorities
- Visitor and client usage
Types of Zip Taps
Wellbeing Group offers a wide range of Zip HydroTap systems designed for different workplace sizes, layouts and usage requirements. We offer a wide range of Zip Tap systems to help businesses find the ideal solution for their office environment.
Zip HydroTap G5 Classic Plus Range
The Zip HydroTap G5 Classic Plus Range provides boiling, chilled and sparkling water. It’s available in different styles, including a sleek matt black, chrome and brushed chrome. The G5 system includes advanced technology focused on energy efficiency. Available in different configurations, making them suitable for workplaces with approximately 60 to 100 employees.
Zip HydroTap Touch Free Wave Range
This model is ideal for workplaces prioritising hygiene and convenience. Using advanced touch-free sensor technology, users can dispense boiling, chilled and sparkling water with a simple hand movement. The Zip HydroTap Touch Free Wave Range is particularly suitable for medium to large offices with high daily usage.
Zip HydroTap G5 All-In-One Celsius Arc Range
The All-In-One Arc Range combines standard hot and cold mixer tap functionality with filtered boiling, chilled and sparkling water from a single tap. This system helps save space while reducing the need for multiple appliances. The G5 technology also improves energy efficiency and filtration performance, making it a strong option for office kitchens and breakout spaces.
Zip HydroTap Classic Plus All-In-One Range
Designed for practicality and performance, this range is ideal for offices wanting a streamlined kitchen setup without compromising on functionality. The Classic Plus All-In-One Range is an excellent option for offices looking to provide staff with premium drinking water options.
Zip HydroTap G5 Classic Plus with Arc Mixer Range
This advanced system features a separate Arc mixer tap for additional flexibility within workplace kitchen settings. It provides instant boiling, chilled and sparkling filtered water while maintaining a dedicated mixer for general sink use. Available in contemporary finishes, it is ideal for larger office kitchens or workplaces with higher daily demand.
Zip HydroTap G5 Industrial Range
A complete 4-in-1 boiling water tap that provides filtered boiling and chilled tap water for busy commercial environments. Built for durability and continuous performance, the Industrial Range is ideal for a wide range of environments, including large offices, staff canteens and high-traffic workplace kitchens.
Zip Tap Installation
Our team specialises in professional Zip Tap installations carried out by trained engineers who are knowledgeable, helpful and committed to providing ongoing aftercare support. The installation process is straightforward and includes compatibility assessments, electrical connection setup, system testing and full operational guidance to ensure everything runs efficiently from day one.
Energy Use & Running Costs Explained
Zip Taps are designed to be far more energy efficient than repeatedly boiling kettles throughout the working day. Traditional kettles often heat more water than necessary, resulting in wasted electricity and unnecessary water usage. For offices focused on sustainability, Zip Taps provide an efficient solution that can help reduce energy consumption, minimise waste and improve productivity during busy periods.
Renting vs Buying
Businesses can either purchase a Zip Tap outright or choose a rental or lease option, depending on their budget and operational preferences. Buying can be beneficial for businesses looking for full ownership with lower long-term costs. Renting can be advantageous in terms of paying lower initial costs, planning their budgets and maintaining flexibility for future upgrades.
Choose Wellbeing Group for Your Office Zip Taps
Wellbeing Group provides tailored Zip Tap solutions for workplaces of all sizes, helping businesses accommodate their teams with a range of beverage options while benefiting from energy-efficient and cost-effective water systems.
We offer a wide range of Zip Tap systems with flexible pricing options, alongside professional installation and maintenance services to extend the lifespan of your system.
Enquire today to find the right solution for your workplace. Fill in our contact form, give us a call on 01905 337187 or email us at sales@thewellbeinggroup.co.uk to find the ideal Zip Tap for your office.
