From Buying to Repairing to Recycling: A Guide to Appliances

• The Key Parts of a Washing Machine

  16 June 2021

  The washing machine is a device that has many parts, and it is important to know what those are, particularly if you are thinking of servicing or repairing your equipment. This article will cover some key parts of the washing machine which often have spares available from a service centre. 1) Drain Hose A drain hose saves water when the machine does a rinse cycle or a spin cycle by taking in cold water for rinses or transferring hot water from the drum through a coil at the bottom of the device.

• Does Your Cafe's Coffee Grinder Need a Fan?

  6 November 2018

  Getting the right coffee-making equipment is really important when you're opening a new café. You need to serve up good-quality coffee that makes customers want to come back. While you may be keen to keep things simple to save money at this stage, sometimes investing in machines with extra features pays dividends. For example, when you're looking at stand-alone coffee grinders, you'll see that some more advanced models come with built-in fans.

• Commercial Buildings: Equipment and Systems You Can Install to Deal with Fire Hazards

  6 September 2016

  The safety of the occupants should be given precedence in commercial buildings. One way of doing this is to install firefighting systems and equipment throughout the buildings to enable both occupants and rescue teams to deal with fire effectively. The type of systems and equipment that you go for will vary according to the immediate safety need in various places within the building. For example, a fire extinguisher installed in a place where the likely cause of fire is flammable liquid will be different that installed in a room where the likely cause of fire is an electrical fault.

• Five Features to Keep in Mind When Buying Taps for Your Bed and Breakfast

  31 August 2016

  Trying to choose taps for the kitchen sinks, bathtubs and bathroom sinks in your bed and breakfast should be fun, but you should also strive to choose taps that represent your unique style and promise to stand the test of time. Here are some attributes to consider: 1. Antique Styles If you've redecorated an old Victorian, Queenslander or other classic home into a B & B, you may want to keep the home's period in mind whilst shopping for taps.

• Four Signs You Need Commercial Refrigeration in Your Bed and Breakfast

  31 August 2016

  If you are turning your home into a bed and breakfast, there are several changes and modifications you may need to make. Wondering if your fridge is up to the task or if you should invest in a commercial refrigeration system? Here are some signs you should talk with a commercial refrigeration salesperson: 1. Local regulations mandate you modify your kitchen to meet hygiene requirements. In many areas of Australia, owners of bed and breakfasts are obligated to have their kitchens inspected, and they may have to modify their kitchens to make them compliant with local food safety and hygiene regulations.