Every employer craves a higher productivity level from their staff, but it doesn’t just happen by magic. Even maintaining a high level is just as tricky if your workplace is lacking in certain facilities, so it’s important to remember that a greater work-rate starts with the employer, not the employee. Make your workplace a positive environment that your staff are happy to work in, such as with the addition of refreshment solutions, and productivity may just take care of itself.
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We were disappointed to hear that coffee cups have been receiving a somewhat bad reception recently. For those of you who don’t know, the problem stemmed from too many people throwing away coffee cups as opposed to disposing of them correctly, because there were only parts of the cup that could actually be recycled. This led to a proposed 25p ‘Latte Levy’ on each beverage to discourage their use. Coinadrink have always been keen to highlight that the vending industry does all it can for the environment, and we’re now set to debunk the myth that coffee cups are the devil thanks to reEco, the efficient new coffee cup.
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Workplace refreshments can work for everyone, but there is no ‘one size fits all’ method. No business or workplace is exactly the same, and their requirements will therefore be different. Because Coinadrink are unique in that we aren’t tied down to any particular vending supplier, it means we are able to select the very best machines for our customers and then tailor our services to suit them. The Nespresso-compatible Dualit Café Plus joined our diverse range back before Christmas, and it was the capsules that were one of the things that really grabbed our attention. We immediately saw a real benefit for our customers.
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You may have heard about the ‘Beast from the East’, a period of freezing weather that has been battering our Nation lately. Snow and sub-zero conditions have been a frequent occurrence, and it’s made travelling to and from work both cold and hazardous. The harsh, winter season is all the more reason to enjoy an authentic beverage from a contemporary hot drinks machine. With Coinadrink, we can tailor our recommendations based on the requirements of your business.
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Meticulously crafted by Evoca, the Karisma is the pinnacle of industry innovation. Advanced technology is hidden within an aesthetic frame, and the Karisma uses fresh milk for a truly authentic taste that’s largely unrivalled. An innovative 7-inch touchscreen is enveloped around a stainless-steel finish, and the versatile nature of the Karisma means that it’s right at home in almost any environment. This contemporary tabletop is set to both enhance the image of your business and your vending experience.
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January is typically regarded as the most depressing month of the year. Your bank balance is suffering from the lavish expenditure of Christmas, your New Year’s Resolutions are, well, broken, and the cold, dark days are a common occurrence. It all means that the working day can feel particularly draining for your staff, and that’s no good for their productivity level. Coinadrink can help with a long line of advanced tabletop hot drinks machines. Within the aesthetic frames lie bold, dynamic technology, and you can taste the quality right from the first sip. They’ll look right at home in your workplace.
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The Flavia hot drinks machines prove extremely popular with our customers, and for good reason. No matter which one you go for, each one is a compact machine that’s quick, premium and reliable. The Flavia uses a unique ‘pack to cup’ brewing system whereby each Flavia is capable of dispensing a quality hot drink in under 40 seconds, and the options available are extensive. Tea’s, coffee’s, hot chocolate’s and more, the Flavia range can cater to each member of your hard-working workforce. Now, after lengthy market research, it gets better. Mars drinks have produced a real milk powder sachet that would be perfect to top off your delicious cappuccino or latte.
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Coinadrink have witnessed the advancement of hot drinks vending since 1962, though no aspect is more remarkable than that of tabletop machines. Innovative technology is packed into a compact package, delivering coffee shop quality to your staff in under 40 seconds! Their slender frames can easily slot into the busiest of workplaces, but the impression they’ll leave is anything but small.
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We often flick through the special day’s calendar online, just to see what’s coming up. Today, the 8th November, was a day that definitely caught our eye…it’s National Cappuccino Day! Here at Coinadrink, we specialise in all hot drinks, and our staff have the benefits of enjoying coffee shop quality thanks to the advanced range of hot drinks machines that litter our showroom. A Cappuccino in particular is a beverage that’s especially popular with us all though. As it’s the big day, why not settle back and learn about how the beverage came to encounter its lovable reputation…
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Fairtrade is an important topic, and is emphasised during October where the entirety of the month is dedicated to raising awareness. Over the next four weeks we will be distributing a couple of blogs based around the organisation, starting with today. This one focuses on the history and what it is, with a few statistics thrown in for good measure.
A background…
The roots of Fairtrade date back to 1946, when Ten Thousand Villages began buying needlework from Puerto Rico in 1946. The first official ‘Fairtrade’ shop which began to sell these products opened its doors in 1958 in the USA, and soon enough the organisation began to make its way to UK shores. Oxfam began selling crafts made by Chinese refugees and in 1964, the first official Organisation established. Poorer countries have been benefitting ever since.
What Fairtrade does.
As stated on their website, Fairtrade ensures ‘you have the power to change the world every day. With simple shopping choices, you can get farmers a better deal. And that means they can make their own decisions, control their futures and lead the dignified life everyone deserves.’ In short: it’s a simple way to give coffee farmers the recognition that their hard work deserves.
It is an unfortunate reality that coffee farmers in developing countries often get exploited for the work they do. This excellent organisation encourages better working conditions and a fairer price for their products, and buyers are encouraged to go through Fairtrade when purchasing the goods that we all know and love.
The organisation works hard throughout 74 countries over four continents, including Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, India and Sri Lanka.
It aims to boost awareness by holding events and campaigns. If a product is registered, it will carry the specialist mark.
Facts and Figures
Here’s a little snippet of some interesting information.
Coinadrink are proud to support the organisation and purchase many of our products from certified organisations, so keep an eye out for that blog coming soon.