How many drinks can CraftBot Countertop serve?
CraftBot Countertop can dispense up to 300 12oz beverages per hour. Actual throughput will depend on BIB syrup and carbon dioxide supply availability. If dispensing too many drinks quickly in succession, the supply water might not have a chance to refrigerate to optimal temperatures in which case, supplemental ice can ensure consistent supply.
How much training is needed to use it?
For daily usage, dispensing drinks using CraftBot Countertop is a matter of simply pressing the menu item on the screen. There is a minimal hour long training that covers cleaning cycle, BIB connections and CO² supply lines, but it is designed to be easy to use with minimal effort.
How much is a CraftBot Countertop?
The CraftBot Countertop unit starts at an MSRP of $11,999 plus installation if necessary. Since it is designed to be a countertop unit, customers can implement it on existing cabinetry or procure a standalone table or cabinet, preferably with a stainless steel top to install the unit. Typical installation takes around 2-3 hours.
What do I need to prepare at my facility?
Fill out an inquiry for a free consultation at the bottom of this page for more details. Our engineers will go over all the fundamental requirements to deploy a CraftBot unit on your premise. Space considerations aside, you will need a water line with 1/4" polyethylene tubing for the input line of the machine. If you intend on serving carbonated drinks, a CO² tank with a CGA320 valve will be needed. We recommend small 10lb to 20lb cylinders for most typical establishments.
What are the best use cases for CraftBot Countertop?
Our most common use cases for CraftBot Countertop is in any food and beverage operation. Restaurants big or small, food courts, bars, coffee and tea shops, even food trucks, all can utilize the CraftBot Countertop machine. We also serve corporate clients for use in office breakrooms and clubhouses, the applications are endless with its tiny space and versatility.
How much flexibility do I have with the drink menu?
Our CraftBot Countertop machines use industry standard QCD BIBs for ultimate flexibility. Our system is not proprietary nor do we lock you into any custom ingredients. Unlike our previous machines, this opens the door to any syrup, purees or concentrates of your choosing. The machine will also work with cold-brew coffees and liquid tea concentrates to provide a wide variety of flavors. If the 6 channels are too limiting, simply deploy another machine for 6 more channels.
How can I pay to purchase a CraftBot Countertop?
We offer multiple payment options for you to procure the robot. You can pay in full by company check or credit card, or make installments on a lease-to-own plan with one of our third party financiers, or go with a simple month to month leasing plan with a downpayment. Simply fill out the lease application to get terms for 2 year, 3 year, and up to 5 year plans. The lease-to-own option is great for businesses as it allows you to deduct the leasing costs of the equipment, and it may also qualify for
IRS Section 179 deductions as well, consult with your accountant to find out more details on the IRS Section 179 deductions.
How much money can I save with CraftBot Countertop?
Our customers have saved anywhere from a few hundred a month to a few thousand a month on labor costs by deploying CraftBot, while bringing in thousands to tens of thousands a month in additional monthly revenues. The flexibility of having a wider, custom drink menu without the space and refrigeration needs for bottles and cans is immeasureable. Craft beverages and specialty coffees and teas can bring in greater revenue and profit compared to the run of the mill fountain drinks.
