Fowler Articles: Rethinking the Laundry Experience

How to Set Your Laundry Machines Up to Accept EBT Cards as Payment

March 20, 2024

To reach optimal success, laundry businesses should consider how all customers can more easily access their services, such as by setting up commercial laundry equipment to accept EBT cards as payment. While old-school laundry machines might not be equipped to accept EBT cards as a form of payment, Fowler’s innovative equipment is when paired with PayRange. PayRange is an app that customers can download on their smartphones. They can then upload their preferred payment methods, including EBT cards. You can also set up a PayStation kiosk in your laundry room for customers who might not want to download PayRange on their smartphones. Setting up your laundry machines to accept EBT cards as payment can broaden your customer pool and make your services all the more accessible. Contact Fowler today for help setting up your laundry machines to accept EBT cards as payment or for more information about leasing or purchasing mana

How to Set Your Laundry Machines Up to Accept Tap-to-Pay Payments

March 12, 2024

Who has a surplus of loose change these days? Since so many people today expect businesses to accept digital payment methods, don’t let your managed room fall behind on the times. To set up tap-to-pay payment options for commercial laundry equipment, our technicians will pair your machines with the PayRange app. Customers can download PayRange on their phones and link their preferred payment methods, such as credit or debit cards. After we do this, you can start seeing the benefits of digital payment for laundry services. Not only does PayRange collect and transfer revenue to bank accounts, but it also gives you real-time information about machine usage and possible problems. And, if PayRange or your equipment ever gives you a problem, all you need to do is reach out to our team and request a service visit. To learn more about setting up laundry machines to accept tap-to-pay payments, go to our website now. Se

How Long Does Industrial Laundry Equipment Last?

December 15, 2023

Because purchasing industrial laundry equipment is a big investment, you likely want to know how long it will last. While life expectancy differs from machine to machine, such equipment should remain in good working condition for many years. Industrial laundry equipment should last upwards of a decade, provided it is used properly and serviced when necessary. We can explain the limits and capabilities of our various equipment so that you can relay such information to your staff or customers. In doing so, you can limit instances of user interference causing problems with your industrial laundry equipment. Not all commercial laundry machines are made with the same durable parts, meaning some might degrade faster than others. Furthermore, not all providers are as transparent about the capabilities of laundry equipment, causing establishments to have to re-purchase washers and dryers within a few years. The machines we provide are designed to be durable and handle the needs of a

Biggest Mistakes People Make When Constructing a Laundry Room

November 20, 2023

Constructing a laundry room can be an overwhelming task. To make it more manageable, and to avoid the most common mistakes people make when constructing laundry rooms, there are a few things to keep in mind. Start by considering the layout of your space and your desired floor plan. Even larger commercial laundry rooms can benefit from stackable equipment so that no space is wasted. When you go vertical, you can make the space feel more open and organize. This can allow you to maximize your space and designate certain areas for laundry-related tasks, like folding and ironing clothing. Do not make the mistake of not embracing money-saving energy-efficient commercial laundry equipment, as you could miss out on benefiting from less expensive utility bills each month. Not considering accessibility or user experience when constructing a laundry room can cause you to miss out on opportunities to strengthen customer loyalty and broaden your pool of customers. For more inform

The Rules of Using a Communal Laundry Room in an Apartment Building

April 20, 2023

Giving tenants access to a communal laundry room in an apartment building is great amenity. To keep this perk around, tenants should follow a few simple rules. There are many rules for using a communal laundry room in an apartment building. Tenants shouldn’t overload or overrun machines, as doing so can cause maintenance issues and equipment degradation. It’s courteous to pick up clothing as soon as possible so that other tenants aren’t waiting too long to use the communal laundry room. Tenants should use designated areas for their specific uses and not disrupt others by spreading out their clothing when hang-drying it or folding it. Tenants should also be advised to report any machine issues right away so that our technicians can promptly address them. To learn more about creating a