With the state of the current economy making decisions on which equipment to purchase is becoming increasingly difficult.
There are five main points to consider when selecting equipment:
Company Creditability
Maintenance
Customer Service
Durability
Warranty
Many spa owners seem to have eyes that are bigger than their wallets. They are so excited about designing the spa that proper equipment planning is neglected. Time and time again I have experienced this, spas opening and closing down within three years. Much of this has to do with lack of planning and investing "too much" in unnecessary equipment.
Every spa should cover the basics but also have a means of differentiating from the competition. Once you've decided on the type of spa programs, you should then decide on the menu of services and the price range you are working in.
You should always have the basics like a steamer and mag lamp and this is often where multi-functional machines are great. They cover the basics well and can help you deliver more variety in your service offering and therefore carve out a more extensive service menu. This will help you attract additional clients looking for high performance services. Your multi function unit should always include high frequency, galvanic, vacuum spray and rotary brush functions.
Get advice from people who have done it already. Our company President owned and operated a spa before going into equipment manufacturing - ask your vendors and other spa owners, even look to get advice from Spa consultants.
Try to experience the equipment for yourself. Attend a class to experience the equipment first before you buy. Ask the vendors for referrals on equipment.
Find out if training is included with the equipment purchase and always compare the costs with what you like verses what you can afford.
Also remember, less expensive equipment from a less well-known brand probably won't last as long and will have to be replaced sooner than more expensive equipment.
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