Total cost of ownership (TCO) compares equipment on what it will cost over its working life — not just on the invoice.

What to include

• Purchase and installation — including utility connections and any building works.
• Energy and water — refrigeration, cooking, ice production and dishwashing run for long hours in hotels.
• Maintenance and spare parts — availability and lead times matter as much as price.
• Expected service life — construction quality and suitability for the environment.
• Downtime risk — the cost of a failure during peak service.

Compare like with like

Make sure offers are compared on the same capacity and performance. A smaller, cheaper unit that cannot cope with peak demand is not a saving.

Right-size, then optimise

Correct sizing usually delivers the largest savings. Energy-efficient models, suitable cooking technologies and water-efficient dishwashing then reduce running costs further.

Kimtech compares operating costs during equipment selection. Request a lifecycle cost review.