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One major thing to consider when opening your business is how to keep your donuts warm and fresh for the consumer. Donut making machines all operate nearly the same way, the batter goes in one end and hot donuts come out the other with little or no intervention needed by the operator. If you want a high volume of donuts produced quickly you will need a large machine. But, if you want to take your business to fairs, festivals, and other events to sell donuts you will need a smaller one that is portable.
How can you figure out which machine is for you? Call manufacturers and take bids from them. Maybe the manufacturer can tell you where they've placed machines in the past and you can go see them working in other stores. How many donuts a day will you need to produce in order to pay your expenses? That's the main number to keep in mind. At this point, don't think about profit--only expenses.
Do not go overboard with your spending when your business is young. You will regret it later on otherwise. I would start with a small machine and spend as much time as possible gaining new business so that machine was almost always producing donuts.
Always consider a donut machine's warranty and the manufacturer's reputation. Are there favorable reviews on-line or can the manufacturer provide references you can contact? Don't waste your time buying a used machine thinking you are saving money. What if it breaks and the manufacturer will not service it because it's out of warranty? Better to buy new equipment as the manufacturer will then take the time to answer all your questions and help you get started.
Most people starting in the donut business have no real world experience operating the production machinery. The machines can appear intimidating to anyone, and you must have a plan in place for when yours breaks. That's where the warranty comes in. You may also learn from the manufacturer some common problems that you can repair yourself without the headache of letting someone else do it. - 24553
How can you figure out which machine is for you? Call manufacturers and take bids from them. Maybe the manufacturer can tell you where they've placed machines in the past and you can go see them working in other stores. How many donuts a day will you need to produce in order to pay your expenses? That's the main number to keep in mind. At this point, don't think about profit--only expenses.
Do not go overboard with your spending when your business is young. You will regret it later on otherwise. I would start with a small machine and spend as much time as possible gaining new business so that machine was almost always producing donuts.
Always consider a donut machine's warranty and the manufacturer's reputation. Are there favorable reviews on-line or can the manufacturer provide references you can contact? Don't waste your time buying a used machine thinking you are saving money. What if it breaks and the manufacturer will not service it because it's out of warranty? Better to buy new equipment as the manufacturer will then take the time to answer all your questions and help you get started.
Most people starting in the donut business have no real world experience operating the production machinery. The machines can appear intimidating to anyone, and you must have a plan in place for when yours breaks. That's where the warranty comes in. You may also learn from the manufacturer some common problems that you can repair yourself without the headache of letting someone else do it. - 24553
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