Bubble Tea Equipment Maintenance Guide

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Some pieces of bubble tea equipment, such as sealing machines, are big investments for new store owners. Understandably, many people are concerned about their equipment having issues or not lasting long. With this in mind, the correct maintenance and upkeep of your in-store equipment is very important. The breakdown of in-store machines can cause bottlenecks and delays in your store processes. Many of the most common machinery issues are entirely preventable with simple maintenance. Follow our guide on bubble tea equipment maintenance to help you make the most of your equipment!

Preventative Maintenance

The key idea is to look after your equipment so that you can avoid any issues altogether. This can be done through these simple preventative maintenance steps:

  1. Routine checks and testing on all equipment
  2. Daily essential cleaning of equipment
  3. Weekly *DEEP* cleaning of equipment
  4. Checklist of standard maintenance tasks to be completed (e.g. descaling, replacing sealing film etc.)

By making your staff aware of the different maintenance requirements for each piece of equipment, and creating a roster or list to ensure the completion of maintenance tasks, you can reduce the risk of breakdowns and failures in the future. Ultimately, proper maintenance significantly extends the life of bubble tea machinery, and reduces the number of replacements you will need to buy. The potential cost savings from not having to replace expensive machinery on a regular basis are huge!

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Staff Training

Aside from the actual maintenance side, making sure that staff are properly trained with each piece of machinery is equally important. One of the most common (but also most avoidable) causes of machinery errors is poorly trained staff. All new staff members should be trained on every piece of equipment in your store before they begin work. Additionally, if you introduce a new product, for example a shaved ice machine, ensure everyone watches or reads the instructions and tutorials before the equipment is integrated into your daily operations.

At Taipec, we have a bunch of tutorial videos on both YouTube and TikTok on how to use our products and equipment, including this video on how to use our sealing machine. Alongside our videos, we also offer bubble tea training sessions which give you a comprehensive in-person learning session on how to use all of our bubble tea machinery. This can be a great way to feel confident with your new equipment, especially if you are going to have to train additional staff members. Get in contact with our team today to hear more about our industry-leading training sessions!

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Conclusion

Maintenance is crucial for ensuring smooth and uninterrupted operations in a bubble tea store. Especially during peak hours, the breakdown of an important piece of equipment can result in huge revenue and opportunity losses. Don't get caught wishing you had looked after your machinery better! Follow this bubble tea equipment maintenance guide and rest assured knowing you are taking the necessary steps to prevent machine breakdowns.

When starting a bubble tea store, some of the heavier machinery, with their higher price tags, can be daunting investments. However, you can easily reduce your stress by purchasing equipment from reliable suppliers like Taipec. At Taipec, we maintain the highest standards of quality and reliability in the UK bubble tea market. With our one year warranties on many of our bubble tea machines, you can rest assured that your investment is safe against any unexpected faults or errors. Additionally, our expert team are on hand to assist you with set up and advice on how to use your new products.