Iglu are a major student accommodation provider, with 12 sites across Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane. They approached Aqualogic looking to upgrade the laundry equipment at some of their existing sites. They wanted a supplier that was efficient and reliable, both for the installation process and service support in the future. Aqualogic were able to provide just that, as well as simplifying the laundry supply chain with direct account management and servicing. We refitted 3 of their accommodation sites in West Melbourne, Brisbane and Chatswood, with another site at Mascot to be installed in the near future. Each site has approximately 9 IPSO Stack Washer-Dryers and an additional IPSO CD10 Dryer, all fitted with a cashless payment system. The new washers and dryers are just in time for the new student year beginning next month.
Student Accommodation More Important Than Ever
As life starts to return to normal, international students are making their way back to Australia. Some are predicting new enrolments for 2023 will be at even higher levels that pre-covid, with a 40% increase in student visa applications on the same period in 2019. Student life can be stressful for many reasons. Student accommodation groups, such as Iglu, as important in being able to provide a safe community for young students, particularly international students that are new to the country. They’re able to provide many of life’s necessities on site, such as a shared laundry, a gym, and wifi, and include it all in one bill, making student life that bit easier.
Best Washers and Dryers for Student Accommodation
Iglu made a great decision with IPSO’s Stack Washer and Dryer. They are a real space saver and they are great value for money. IPSO are known for their reliable and efficient laundry equipment that lasts. These stacked washer dryers are the perfect capacity for students who are often doing their weekly wash of a relatively small size. Another good washing machine choice for student shared housing in the IPSO IA80C hardmount washer. They are a very sturdy design and feature bigger drainage, which is less likely to get blocked from loose items. Hardmount washers are perfect for these types of laundries as they are much harder to throw out of balance than softmount washers. [Read: The Best Coin laundry Equipment for Every Situation].
Cashless Payment Systems
Iglu went with a cashless payment system for their student shared laundries. Digital cashless payment systems are more popular than coin or token payment systems for laundries because they are convenient and appealing to customers as we move closer to a cashless society. They also offer a lot of benefits to the laundry owner-operators including, digital marketing opportunities, increased security, and digital reporting. Each payment system has their pros and cons, and which is best will depend on your individual business needs. [Read: What is the Best Payment System for Coin Laundries].
Protect Your Investment
The easiest way to look after your laundry equipment, ensure the machines are running at their most efficient, and last for many years to come, is through regular Preventative Maintenance. These are industrial machines that are being used all day, every day. Just like a car, they need to be serviced in order to get the best out of them. Many shared coin laundries, just like Iglu, sign up to a Protection Plan, automatically scheduling a minimum of two services annually. Protection Plans are a great way to take the stress out of making sure your laundry assets are being well maintained. Regular machine servicing means reduced machine break-downs, catching small repairs early on before they become major, improving health and safety, and increasing machine efficiency. By registering for a Protection Plan, you will get a discounted rate as well as access to free over-the-phone technical support. Learn more about Aqualogic’s Protection Plans here.
Laundry Experts
Aqualogic have been Leaders in Laundry since 1968. Over the decades we have worked with many shared student accommodation groups. We create tailored solutions, helping our customers unlock the potential in their laundry. We supply and install premium commercial-grade laundry equipment, as well as service and repair all brands of commercial laundry equipment. If you are a student accommodation or shared housing organisation looking to get the most out of your laundry, get in touch with Aqualogic on 1300 222 119 or make an online enquiry.
