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5 times the real cost of an office drink dispenser (and how to avoid them)
Beverage dispensers seem like a convenient choice, but what if we told you that with smart dispensers you can not only save costs, but also eliminate your waste?
Because behind that convenient device is often a whole list of hidden costs. From energy guzzlers to employees balking at the prices (€1.80 for a bottle of water?!).
Here are 5 reasons why replace should make way for refill. 🫙
1. Traditional vending machines are stealthy energy wasters
Your vending machine is on 24/7 because those cans need to stay cold. That means you're unknowingly taking a big chunk out of your energy bill - even at night and on weekends. An average vending machine can consume hundreds of extra euros in power every year. That's not exactly friendly to your budget (or the environment).
2. Maintenance: "temporarily out of service"
You know the drill: fancy a refreshing drink, but that vending machine refuses service. Or worse, your euro gets stuck in the machine.
Oops. Breakdowns and repairs not only cost time and money, but are also frustrating for your team. And let's face it, no one wants a machine that breaks down more often than it's in use.
3. Employees should pay: really?
It's 3 p.m., you need a fresh pick-me-up, and then you see that a can of soda costs €1.80. Those prices tick up sharply, especially when employees buy drinks every day. It feels a bit like making a profit on your own team, and that leaves a nasty aftertaste (pun intended).
4. Logistics: hassle, hassle, hassle
You pay not only for the vending machine, but also for the drinks you have to order separately. Those crates have to be lugged to the office, the vending machine has to be replenished regularly, and someone has to manage the waste. That all sounds like extra work that no one really wants to do, right?
5. True pricing: you always pay more than you think you do
A vending machine may seem inexpensive, but that is only the beginning. Consider hidden costs such as plastic waste that must be recycled, transportation emissions for delivery of cans, and the environmental impact involved. The real price tag is often a lot higher than you might think at first glance.
Now how can I avoid the cost of an automatic?
Imagine an office where hydration is simple and sustainable, with no hidden costs. That's exactly what the Dripl Refill Point provides: a smart replacement for the classic beverage dispenser, tailored to modern workplaces.
👉 Saving energy and remaining functional
Dripl's refill points are smart, eco-friendly and energy efficient. No more chilled cans 24/7, but water and drinks always ready to go. This translates directly into lower energy costs as the Refill Point requires up to 4 times less energy than a beverage dispenser!
👉 Healthy and varied without waste
The Refill Point blends locally filtered tap water with natural flavors. With eight flavors, choice of sparkling or flat, and adjustable intensity, it creates a personalized drinking experience, completely packaging-free!
👉 Eliminate waste and logistics hassles?
The Refill Point provides real-time insight via a dashboard about your consumption. You can immediately see how much packaging you are avoiding, when a service is needed and you can easily tie this together with your sustainability policy. This way, measuring impact becomes easy.
👉 Environmental impact: less plastic and less transportation
A refill system like the Dripl Refill Point avoids the entire process of producing, packaging and transporting plastic bottles. This leads to one direct benefit to the environment: tap water has as much as 300 times less CO₂ emissions than plastic bottles, and avoids the use of packaging materials, transportation costs and plastic waste.
👉 NORRIQ's success: concrete results and new habits
Four Refill Points were installed at NORRIQ. The result? More than 57,973 packages avoided and a saving of 4,344 kg of CO₂ equivalent. Moreover, hydration was no longer seen as an obligation, but as a pleasant social moment!
Makethe switch: smart, sustainable and easy
Why settle for an energy guzzler that only gets you more work? With the Dripl Refill Points, get a sustainable solution in the office that's better for your budget, your team and the environment.
Request a quote today and find out how to minimize your costs and impact with Dripl.
Beverage dispensers seem like a convenient choice, but what if we told you that with smart dispensers you can not only save costs, but also eliminate your waste?
Because behind that convenient device is often a whole list of hidden costs. From energy guzzlers to employees balking at the prices (€1.80 for a bottle of water?!).
Here are 5 reasons why replace should make way for refill. 🫙
1. Traditional vending machines are stealthy energy wasters
Your vending machine is on 24/7 because those cans need to stay cold. That means you're unknowingly taking a big chunk out of your energy bill - even at night and on weekends. An average vending machine can consume hundreds of extra euros in power every year. That's not exactly friendly to your budget (or the environment).
2. Maintenance: "temporarily out of service"
You know the drill: fancy a refreshing drink, but that vending machine refuses service. Or worse, your euro gets stuck in the machine.
Oops. Breakdowns and repairs not only cost time and money, but are also frustrating for your team. And let's face it, no one wants a machine that breaks down more often than it's in use.
3. Employees should pay: really?
It's 3 p.m., you need a fresh pick-me-up, and then you see that a can of soda costs €1.80. Those prices tick up sharply, especially when employees buy drinks every day. It feels a bit like making a profit on your own team, and that leaves a nasty aftertaste (pun intended).
4. Logistics: hassle, hassle, hassle
You pay not only for the vending machine, but also for the drinks you have to order separately. Those crates have to be lugged to the office, the vending machine has to be replenished regularly, and someone has to manage the waste. That all sounds like extra work that no one really wants to do, right?
5. True pricing: you always pay more than you think you do
A vending machine may seem inexpensive, but that is only the beginning. Consider hidden costs such as plastic waste that must be recycled, transportation emissions for delivery of cans, and the environmental impact involved. The real price tag is often a lot higher than you might think at first glance.
Now how can I avoid the cost of an automatic?
Imagine an office where hydration is simple and sustainable, with no hidden costs. That's exactly what the Dripl Refill Point provides: a smart replacement for the classic beverage dispenser, tailored to modern workplaces.
👉 Saving energy and remaining functional
Dripl's refill points are smart, eco-friendly and energy efficient. No more chilled cans 24/7, but water and drinks always ready to go. This translates directly into lower energy costs as the Refill Point requires up to 4 times less energy than a beverage dispenser!
👉 Healthy and varied without waste
The Refill Point blends locally filtered tap water with natural flavors. With eight flavors, choice of sparkling or flat, and adjustable intensity, it creates a personalized drinking experience, completely packaging-free!
👉 Eliminate waste and logistics hassles?
The Refill Point provides real-time insight via a dashboard about your consumption. You can immediately see how much packaging you are avoiding, when a service is needed and you can easily tie this together with your sustainability policy. This way, measuring impact becomes easy.
👉 Environmental impact: less plastic and less transportation
A refill system like the Dripl Refill Point avoids the entire process of producing, packaging and transporting plastic bottles. This leads to one direct benefit to the environment: tap water has as much as 300 times less CO₂ emissions than plastic bottles, and avoids the use of packaging materials, transportation costs and plastic waste.
👉 NORRIQ's success: concrete results and new habits
Four Refill Points were installed at NORRIQ. The result? More than 57,973 packages avoided and a saving of 4,344 kg of CO₂ equivalent. Moreover, hydration was no longer seen as an obligation, but as a pleasant social moment!
Makethe switch: smart, sustainable and easy
Why settle for an energy guzzler that only gets you more work? With the Dripl Refill Points, get a sustainable solution in the office that's better for your budget, your team and the environment.
Request a quote today and find out how to minimize your costs and impact with Dripl.
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