Expanding the list of their services, sooner or later, almost every leader of the beauty salon thinks about the acquisition of a solarium. And naturally, in connection with the purchase of such expensive equipment, a number of questions arise.
Which solarium is better to choose? By what criteria to evaluate it? What needs to be provided in advance and so on. Let’s figure out what main points must be taken into account when buying a solarium in a beauty salon.
Spectral composition of the solarium lamps. It is the solarium lamps that owes their influence. Therefore, when buying a solarium, first of all, specify the characteristics of the lamas with which it is equipped. In their characteristics, you should first of all be interested in their spectral composition and power. The spectral composition indicates the ratio of UVA-, UVB-and UVC rays, it must be indicated in the technical passport of the solarium. How high -quality and safe tanning will receive your customers on the composition of the radiation of the lamps. So, the radiation mainly contain UVA Rays (about 99%) are the rest of the UVB rays. The UVC hazardous for the health of the spectrum should not be at all!
The power of the solarium lamps. Power means their electrical power measured in watts (BT). Naturally it is more, the faster the client will receive the desired tan. An important aspect is also the operating time of the lamps, since the lamps have their own resource, having developed which they are no longer suitable for use. Thus, freshly installed lamps allow you to get a tan faster, and already in use more slowly. Lamps are considered powerful from 160 watts.
The number of lamps. Everything is simple here, the larger the lamps, the better and faster the client will sunbathe and, of course, the more expensive the solarium itself. Some solarium models provide additional lamps for the face zone or side panels with lamps in horizontal tanning beds.
The body of the solarium. The consumer pays attention, first of all, to the appearance of the solarium, its color and design solution. This is important of course, but when buying a solarium in a salon, such a case parameters as its shape and manufacturing material are much more important. In vertical solariums, for example, the form should be as close as possible to round to ensure even tanning. In addition, the case should be resistant to impacts and other external influences.
Ventilation system. Each type of tanning has its own ventilation system, providing its uninterrupted operation and comfort for the client.
Inner glass. The most important requirement for glass is its strength and convenience of disinfection. A special matte glass is installed in the new solarium models for a more uniform tan distribution. Some models of horizontal solariums provide for a special glass that repeats the contours of the body, this is of course a very pleasant innovation, but provided that the client is not too different from the standards.
Type of the solarium. What kind of tanning bed is better to purchase: horizontal or vertical? A room for a solarium. An important point in resolving the question of the form of a solarium will be a room in which it is supposed to be placed. In the room where the solarium is located, the system of supply and exhaust ventilation should be carefully thought out, and if the room is without windows, then you can not do without a good powerful air conditioner.
Additional accessories. If you purchase an expensive solarium model, then, as a rule, it already includes many additional functions. If the tanning beds of the middle price category, then additional accessories may not be included in the basic configuration and their need must be thought out in advance.
What additional accessories can offer you:
– remote electronic control panel. A very convenient addition, allows you to remotely set the time of tanning and the inclusion of a solarium, stores information about the lamp resource, has a built -in counter (to control staff).
– Built -in electronic control panel
It allows you to regulate the intensity of body blowing, turn on or off the system of micro spraying the water right during the session.
– Built -in music columns
Almost all modern models allow you to enjoy music during the tan session.
– water spray system
Improves the quality of the service, serves to cool the body during the tan session.
Soliary payback. And finally, the last in the list, but far from the last in importance is the payback criterion. After all, it is in order for your investments to pay off and the solarium began to make a profit, you and get it. Naturally, the payback periods are calculated based on the price of a solarium, a competitive value for the service that you can put on many other factors. With the average cost of the solarium and its regular loading after 10 – 14 months, it may begin to bring you net profit. Typically, in one year, the time of warranty service expires and the time is approaching when the lamps work out their resource and require replacement. Therefore, it would be an ideal option if the payback period does not drag out for more than a year. We have listed the most basic characteristics of the solariums that you definitely need to pay attention to when buying them, but there are many other nuances that you can clarify from the consultants when buying.