Hot Melt Adhesive Machines: Hire vs. Purchase
Owning and maintaining the correct machinery goes a long way in ensuring your glue works faster, safer and cost-effectively.
Take, for example, hot melt adhesive equipment, such as the Meler B4 Hot Melt Adhesive Melter Machine. This machine has the potential to be a game-changer for your glue applications. Should you rush to invest in the equipment, or would hiring an applicator be the most appropriate option for your business?
To help you decide, delve into this article, where we’ll examine the pros and cons of hiring or buying work equipment.
Hiring vs Buying Equipment
To assist you in choosing between hiring or purchasing machinery, consider these quickfire questions:
- How frequently do you need to use the equipment?
- Is the equipment versatile, or does it only serve one specific purpose?
- Do you need the equipment for a specific duration?
The answers to these questions help to pinpoint your needs and priorities.
Hiring Hot Melt Adhesive Machines
Are you contemplating equipment rental? Evaluate the following advantages and disadvantages to inform your decision.
Benefits of Hiring:
✓ Cut Your Costs:
The cost of purchasing a machine upfront can be high, so you will find it more economical to hire, especially if you’re apprehensive about its use or only need it for a short time frame. It eliminates the need to apply for CapEx investment from the board, meaning you can focus on the task and get started.
✓ Stay Competitive:
Hiring allows you to try higher-quality equipment with the latest, safest technology – all without the financial burden. This opportunity could help you achieve new heights, tackle more tasks and outshine your competitors.
Our article ‘Safe, sustainable solvent-free solution for British furniture manufacturer’ is a testament to this. Adkwik successfully replaced an underperforming aerosol adhesive with the Meler B4 hot melt spray application system, resulting in consistent improvements for the client. This switch accelerated their workflow, saved substantial costs and created a safer work environment with a 100% solvent-free system.
The ability to upgrade to new equipment also safeguards your machinery from becoming obsolete or outdated.
✓ Trial Projects:
By hiring you can try Timbond H509 hotmelt adhesive along with the Meler B4 Hotmelt Machine before investing.
✓ Minimise Downtime:
Hiring is accessible on demand, making it ideal for short-term needs, meeting tight deadlines or addressing unexpected machinery breakdowns. By tackling all of these issues, you ensure smoother workflow and productivity.
✓ Gain Support:
Hiring equipment provides a chance to establish relationships with dependable suppliers. At Adkwik, we take pride in our client relationships. We’ll help install excellent glue systems and share our technical knowledge with your team.
Negatives of Hiring:
✗ Long Term Costs:
If you rent equipment continually over an extended period, you may accrue higher costs than buying it outright. It’s essential to closely monitor your machinery usage, as it may be more cost-effective to purchase.
✗ Lack of Control:
When hiring equipment, you depend on external factors to ensure your work progresses smoothly. You are entrusting your rental company with a lot of responsibility. However, you can resolve this issue by partnering with a reliable and trustworthy supplier who values client satisfaction and establishes long-term work relationships.
With Adkwik, you can always rely on a consistent supply, a quality product, and the human element for every job. If you have an issue, our team will be ready to help, with our 24-hour technical and service support.
Buying Hot Melt Adhesive Machines
Discover if purchasing equipment is the best option for your business.
Benefits of Buying:
✓ Save Costs with Long Term Use
If your team uses the machinery regularly or it’s incredibly versatile, purchasing it outright will often be more economical. Over time, the initial investment will be more cost-effective than constant rental expenses.
✓ Ownership and Control:
When you own the machinery, you have the freedom to access the machinery whenever and wherever needed – no need to search for rental agreements that fit your specific requirements!
As the owner, you can customise the machine with branding or modifications to suit your needs. Similarly, you can make the appliance a permanent fixture in your workshop or factory, streamlining your production processes.
Owning machinery can also instil confidence in potential clients, who may see it as a sign of a dedicated and stable business.
Negatives of Buying:
✗ High Initial Cost
One drawback of buying equipment is that it often requires a significant upfront investment. This cost can strain your business finances, especially if you’re running a smaller enterprise or startup. The asset is also subject to depreciation. For instance, a £20,000 purchase might only be worth £5,000 after a couple of years.
✗ Responsibility of Upkeep
When purchasing equipment, you must assess whether your business can handle the upkeep of the machinery.
This point is critical for hot melt machines as they feature electric, hydraulic, pneumatic and thermal components, demanding specialised precautions and handling. Regular maintenance tasks, such as tank cleaning, filter changes and checks for adhesive leaks, require a team with knowledge, training and expertise.
Hire a Hot Melt Machine Today
Are you eager to hire a hot melt machine to enhance your productivity? Head to our Meler B4 product page and click ‘Get a QUOTE’ to enquire about a machine. You can also configure your order to include your preferred gun type, spray nozzle and hose length and quantity.
Finally, complete your order with a quality Hot Melt Adhesive, such as our special pressure-sensitive Timbond H509 pillows, available in 14kg or 18kg boxes for your convenience.
Please contact our technical team if you’d like to know more about the Meler B4 machine and whether it can handle your specific adhesive issues. Simply complete our handy online contact form or call us on 01223 412373, and we’ll happily assist.
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