SPARE PARTS FOR APPLIANCE REPAIR – WHERE TO LOOK?

Catering is not the only industry where business owners often face the dilemma of choosing between new and used or replacement equipment and parts. This is true for almost every entrepreneur who uses or manages mechanical equipment.

Machines that are constantly in operation – regardless of their purpose – are exposed to friction, high temperatures, mechanical damage and other factors that lead to their failure.

Unfortunately, a non-working machine in the catering industry is a big problem, because it stops the production of food and indirectly contributes to the reduction of the number of customers. That’s why it’s so important to take care of catering equipment, replace worn-out components in it and repair faults.

For this, however, you need replacement parts that fit the equipment and are durable enough to last as long as possible. Where to look for such products?

Spare parts for catering equipment can be purchased from stationary and online stores, equipment exchanges, manufacturers’ services and online forums where private owners offer them. However, these are not always reliable sources.

That’s why, first of all, it’s worth betting on proven distributors who have been operating in this area for years. They are the ones who know the most about the assortment they sell and can advise on what to choose for a particular machine. An example of such a company is Sperto – catering equipment service.

HOW TO AVOID FAKES AND DISHONEST SELLERS WHEN BUYING SPARE PARTS?

The need to purchase parts for a broken catering machine is usually quite sudden. Therefore, entrepreneurs who find themselves in such a situation are in a hurry to find a distributor to supply them with components for their dishwasher, convection oven or coffee maker.

Using a haphazard sales offer can end up with the purchase of parts that are not original, in addition to being of poor quality.

Often the sales offer is described in such a way that it does not explain all the nuances of the product. An example is the auger for meat grinders of one of the well-known brands, available in two variants. Ignorance can cost you that the part installed in the machine, once it is put into operation, will break down again, or even further damage the machine.

A guarantee that the replacement parts for catering equipment you buy will be tested, durable and well-fitted can only be provided by buying from a proven distributor. You can check it by browsing online reviews of the company or by reaching out to other customers in the industry.

GENUINE OR REPLACEMENT FOR CATERING EQUIPMENT REPAIR?

Choosing between original parts for food service equipment and replacements is difficult, and decisions depend on many factors. In fact, there is no clear-cut answer to the title question. It is clear that the original is always sometimes better even than the best replacement. The problem, however, is that sometimes it is not available or the wait to import it takes a very long time.

Originals also usually cost several times more than replacements. And it is simply not cost-effective to buy such a part for a machine that is already several years old.

When deciding on replacements, however, it is important to remember that they must be as close as possible to the original. Therefore, do not buy them from random sellers or stores where the description is limited only to listing the brand and model of the equipment.

Such spare parts for catering equipment should have described technical parameters and be properly photographed. This allows you to compare them with the damaged component.

And here, too, it is wise to use the offer of an experienced distributor with a reputation. You can then be sure that, for the sake of the company’s good name, such a distributor will always be reliable.