Is there a coffee machine that doesn’t require cleaning?

by Matt Bradbury | Oct 9, 2018 | Article, Coffee Machines, Industry News

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Is there a bean to cup coffee machine that doesn’t require cleaning?

The answer to this question truthfully, is no! However there are steps you can take to reduce the amount of daily maintenance on a coffee machine and save time too. Below you will find 5 top tips to keep a coffee machine clean.

Firstly, on smaller coffee machines, place a disposable paper cloth or towel such as blue roll in the coffee waste bin. This helps to absorb moisture and means that when you come to empty the puck bin, the coffee grinds don’t stick to the side of the bin. This I would say is the top tip on keeping a bean to cup coffee machine clean.

If you are a larger office with a bean to cup coffee machine, you may find that you have to empty out the coffee grinds bin more than once per day. If this is the case then you could consider installing a coffee waste kit. The coffee waste kit is compatible with the Aviano coffee machine and consists of placing a chute where the coffee bin usually sits, cut out the worktop and then place waste bin in the cupboard underneath. The ground coffee can then fall from the brewer straight through the worktop in to a larger bin underneath. This bin can have a plastic liner, just like any standard waste bin, which makes emptying a simple procedure.

The same goes for the liquid drip tray waste, if you have enough space in the cupboard, you could have a separate bucket for the liquid to drain into. If your office tea point is near a sink, it is possible to arrange for a plumber to install a waste upstand in the cupboard underneath so you don’t ever have to worry about the liquid waste again as it will constantly drain away.

Refilling a coffee machine with beans is a simple process but you should only really have to do this once per day. If this becomes more frequent you may want to look at upgrading your machine, for instance, the Aviano Maxi has huge canisters inside which can hold 3kg of coffee beans. We don’t recommend having a huge capacity coffee machine for a small office though as ingredients sitting around for a week will become damp and settling in the canisters which causes blockages.

If you would like a coffee machine that doesn’t make any mess, the C500 filterpack coffee machine will be a good choice as there are no loose ingredients involved. Each drink is individually packaged in a foil filterpack for freshness and contains all the ingredients. The only part that needs cleaning is emptying the waste bin, the machine will remind you of this every 35 drinks and is a very simple procedure.

Do I need a service package for my Coffee Machine?

We certainly recommend a service plan for your office coffee machine, this will take of the admin away from you by allowing us to take care of service reminders and ensuring your filters and matching is deep cleaned and serviced regularly to prevent problems. Our service plans make it cheaper and less hassle to keep your machine in prime dispensing order. A coffee machine rental package or platinum maintenance plan includes a bi-annual service and deep clean. This is a good idea as our engineers will strip the machine down to clean parts that aren’t easily accessible which helps to prevent breakdowns.

We can service and repair any water dispensing system whether you are an existing Wellbeing Group customer or not. You could have bought your coffee machine from anyone but we will still happily resolve your issue for you, our service standards are industry leading and we promise a rapid response to your issues.

There are two options – You can pay for a call-out each time for us service your product and any additional labour or parts required to repair the system. Alternatively you can sign up to our annual service plans which are designed to save you time and money and provide peace of mind for ongoing bi-annual servicing of your water dispenser including filter changes. You can see what’s included in each of our plans below.

Consult with our service team to see if we can assist with your product.

01905 337187

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Six Benefits of a Coffee Machine Maintenance Plan:

Proactive preventative maintenance helps to avoid break downs
Dedicated scale management plan based on your local conditions to maximise energy & unit efficiency
Filters are changed on time which ensures a consistent taste and reduces the risk of lime scale build up
Easier to budget for, as all costs can be worked out at the start of the year
Priority service as your unit can be logged onto our service system ahead of time
Save money on standard Pay as You Go service rates and ad hoc visits.
One phone number and a dedicated service email which you can log any service requests

Basic

SILVER

High-quality, rapid personal service
with a smile …and Free Biscuits!

Six Monthly Preventative Maintenance
Visits (to include full Service and
Sanitisation to Industry Standards)

Comprehensive Scale Management
Plan (Includes Six Monthly Scale
Removal filter replacement)

Priority Emergency Breakdown Cover –
Including all site visits and labour as
required (96% of breakdowns are
resolved by end of the next working day)

Replacement Parts Cover (Including
associated labour costs)

Advanced

GOLD

High-quality, rapid personal service
with a smile …and Free Biscuits!

Six Monthly Preventative Maintenance
Visits (to include full Service and
Sanitisation to Industry Standards)

Comprehensive Scale Management
Plan (Includes Six Monthly Scale
Removal filter replacement)

Priority Emergency Breakdown Cover –
Including all site visits and labour as
required (96% of breakdowns are
resolved by end of the next working day)

Replacement Parts Cover (Including
associated labour costs)

Premium

PLATINUM

High-quality, rapid personal service
with a smile …and Free Biscuits!

Six Monthly Preventative Maintenance
Visits (to include full Service and
Sanitisation to Industry Standards)

Comprehensive Scale Management
Plan (Includes Six Monthly Scale
Removal filter replacement)

Priority Emergency Breakdown Cover –
Including all site visits and labour as
required (96% of breakdowns are
resolved by end of the next working day)

Replacement Parts Cover (Including
associated labour costs)

You can browse our range of Coffee Machines here to select your favourite. Get in touch with our friendly knowledgeable sales team who can advise on the best options based on your specifications. 01905 337187

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Is it possible to have 100 degrees boiling water from a tap?

by Matt Bradbury | Oct 7, 2018 | Article, Water

Boiling Water Taps

Water Dispensers

Coffee Machines

Vending Machines

Coffee & Consumables

Service & Maintenance

Is it possible to get 100 degrees boiling water from a tap?

We all know that the boiling point of water is 100°C and at this point it becomes steam. However, we are often asked is it possible to have 100°C boiling water from a tap? It wouldn’t be much of a cuppa if all we had was a tea bag and a cup of steam so our Billi taps leave our factory set at 98.5 degrees C which is the optimum temperature for brewing a cup of tea.

The Billi hot tap is designed so that there is no temperature decline in periods of high demand so that everyone receives a consistent temperature throughout the working day. The temperature can be adjusted to meet customer’s requirements.

A Billi system with a drainage font is far safer than using a kettle. This is because a kettle usually contains over a 1L of boiling water and if this is tipped onto the users hand whilst filling a cup or knocked over onto someone, the damage could be very serious. When using a Billi tap, the cup can be placed onto the drip tray and the users hand can be kept well out the way whilst the mug is filled with hot water. Kettles and wall mounted hot water boilers are a concern for safety in the office environment and a Billi tap or counter top Arizona hot water boiler are much safer options.

Splash free technology by electronic control of boiling water delivery ensures user safety. The flow is momentarily slowed as the water exits the dispenser, eliminating splashing as the water enters the cup. All Billi Boiling and Chilled dispensers come with an integrated safety switch. The red lock icon demonstrates when the safety switch is activated, simply press the switch to release the lock and allow full use of boiling water. The system will revert to safety mode after 8 seconds of non-use.

Where space is an issue, you can have a 4 in 1 Billi water tap which has filtered chilled water, hot drinking water, sparkling drinking water and a separate mixing tap for the sink unit. The system is known as the Billi Quadra Plus and available to lease or purchase outright. The Billi Quadra range is a great tap that has instant, filtered boiling and chilled water with a range of capacities to suit every office environment. We supply Billi taps to offices in Manchester to London, each with a package tailored to suit their requirements.

Although there are Billi systems capable of producing enough hot water for 100 staff, if this is the sole source of boiling water for your office, we recommend having two smaller boiling chilled water taps installed. This makes it quicker to fill cups in peak times and also means you have a backup if one system was to break down. If your Billi tap does break down, please call our service department who will be able to give you advice over the phone and arrange a Billi engineer if necessary.

The versatility of a Billi Tap

It’s not only the boiling aspect to consider when you consider how a Billi Tap could save you money. They are practical and versatile, offering instant boiling, chilled and sparkling water, removing the need to spend money on other appliances like water coolers, since a Billi Tap does the job of a water dispenser and a kettle, which also frees up more space and creating a less cluttered office environment.

Billi Tap water dispense options & combinations

We stock every single dispense option available in the Billi Tap range, so depending on your budget and workplace requirements, here at Wellbeing Group we have Billi system that will be a perfect addition to any office. Don’t forgot our stunning range of colours and finishes also.

– Boiling and Chilled

– Boiling and Sparkling

– Boiling and Ambient

– Chilled and Sparkling

– Boiling and Chilled with Hot & Cold

Check out the Billi Tap that’s rigth for you here

Chilled

Boiling

Ambient

Sparkling

Visit our Billi Tap Service Page for more details and get in touch with our friendly knowledgeable team who can advise on the best options and pricing based on the solutions you need. 01905 337187

Are boiling water taps eco-friendly?

Office Coffee Machine Supplier in Bristol

by Matt Bradbury | Sep 24, 2018 | Article, Coffee Machines

Bristol coffee machine suppliers

Our engineers are strategically located to cover Bristol with unparalled back up service to bean to cup coffee machines, table top coffee machines and bean to cup vending machines in Bristol and the South West. This makes us a favoured coffee machine supplier in Bristol among our range of clients.

In the South West region, we deliver coffee machines to Devon, including Exeter and down to Cornwall, Somerset and Wiltshire. We also have a lot of clients we supply and service for in Salisbury and Bournemouth.

In Bristol itself, clients that have coffee and water machines through Wellbeing Group, are of varying categories, including; bean to cup coffee machine at a Car Showroom and a Wealth Management firm, plus water dispensers at an accountants and care homes.

At Wellbeing Group all our coffee machines are available to lease or purchase. Our lease plans are very affordable. View our entire range of office coffee machines with purchase and lease prices listed.

Types of Commercial Coffee Machines for the workplace

The world of commercial coffee machines is constantly evolving in ways to make barista quality coffee more availble in the workplace. Here at Wellbeing Group we keep our fingers on the pulse of the coffee sector, so we can make the the latest innovations on the market accessible for your office. Not only has the technology improved, but the design of coffee machines are a lot slicker and are much more aesthetically pleasing to sit impressively anywhere in your office or social spaces.

Here’s a quick guide to the commercial office coffee machines we offer.

BEAN TO CUP COFFEE MACHINES

Commercial Bean to Cup Coffee Machines are the perfect solution for bringing fresh quality coffee into your workplace. Whether you require fresh bean coffee for your office, showroom or break out area, our bean to cup coffee machines are easy to operate and maintain, offering the full coffee house experience at the push of a button.

Our specialist coffee machine range includes models that work with granulated or fresh milk, and can brew both real leaf tea and fresh espresso coffee.

View our full range of Bean To Cup Coffee Machines here.

INSTANT COFFEE MACHINES

Wellbeing Group offer an instant coffee machine range that has something for all commercial environments. If counter top space is a problem, or you require a tank-filled rather than plumbed in (mains fed) coffee machine, we have an affordable solution to suit your requirements. When speed of service is most vital, it’s hard to beat a commercial instant coffee machine. Modern machines and technological developments can deliver high quality drinks, time after time, in an instant.

View Our full range of Instant Coffee Machines here.

FILTER COFFEE BREWERS

Fresh brewed coffee all day, every day. The small, compact filter-brew systems are the easiest to install, and adapt to any break out area. Low-cost and maintenance this range is perfect for smaller offices with passionate coffee-drinkers.

View our full range of Filter Coffee Brewers here.

COMMERCIAL ESPRESSO COFFEE MACHINES

The Espresso coffee machines are for the true coffee connoisseur, offering a sophisticated design that draws attention to the fine art of traditional coffee. These Traditional Espresso machines combined creative solutions and the latest innovative technology ensure a perfectly brewed espresso every time. Works in all types of environments, from small local diners to top-level restaurants. All traditional espresso machines come complete with cup stand for serving standard espresso cups.

View our full range of Espresso Coffee Machines here.

Useful Coffee Machine Considerations

Our range of commercial coffee machines provide a sleek, stylish addition for any workplace environment, with the latest technology to deliver high quality hot beverages to your employees at the touch of a button.

There are a number of important points to consider when specifying, but it’s worth starting with the following questions:

1. What type of coffee dispense and drink drink options do you require?

Depending on what type of coffee you are looking to purchase will determine what type of coffee machine is right for you. We offer Bean To Cup, Instant, Filter Brew and Filter Pack coffee machines. Bean To Cup are become the most popular as they are able to create a more barista style coffee taste and quality.

2. How many different variaties of drinks would you like your coffee machine to produce?

You may wish to provide offering your staff and guests a greater range of coffee shop style speciality beverages. We have machine that can produce classic barista coffees such as; Lattes, Cappucinos and Flat Whites. We also offer machines with the addition of chocolate to create a Mocha or a creamy hot chocolate drink. Let’s not forgot the tea lovers! We also have coffee machien with a built in tea brewer, which delivers a fresh tea leaf cuppa.

3. How many people will be using a coffee machine in your office?

Our range of coffee machines are available in different capacities to cope with the demand of any office big or small. Our helpful icons on our website help identity each products capacities by the number of staff you have in your offices.

Wellbeing Group are a leading supplier for coffee machines in Bristol and the South West, we have an expert team of engineers that cover the county, making our service to you fast. So if your a business in the Bristol and South West regions and you’re interested in getting a coffee machine. 01905 337187