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How to Buy Tanning Beds and Tanning Booths
What price to pay for tanning beds is a difficult question to answer. Most salons will overpay for the beds they purchase. How do you know what wholesale tanning bed price is best and how to buy tanning beds and tanning booths and knowing what price to pay is an essential part of salon ownership. Tanning Buyers Group members gain access to lowTo become a viable tanning salon the startup costs of tanning equipment can either make or break your business model. A successful tanning salon starts with a well informed purchase of the right mix of tanning beds and tanning booths along with a sunless application.
The tanning equipment purchased will have a huge impact on your salons long-term success.
Chain salon superstores are now dominating several markets. These chain operators have brought a different business model to the tanning industry. Market domination is theirs by opening large 20 - 30 tanning bed salons that drive out all competition.
To remain viable new salons must have the ability and means to create a superstore.
Tanning beds and tanning booths are the foundation on which your superstore will be built. New or existing salons need to have a wide range of tanning bed levels and price points to satisfy the largest amount of customers.
Tanning Bed and Tanning Booth Manufacturers
There are fewer tanning bed manufacturers now than ever before. The companies that manufacturer generally produce solid tanning beds that will remain usable for several years and have a lower cost of ownership.
Here is a list of the major manufacturers of tanning beds and tanning booths
- AUVL / Dr Muller
- Ergoline
- ETS
- Hex
- Iso Italia
- KBL
- Soltron
- Sportarredo
- Sun Capsule
- Tan America
- Ultrasun
- UWE
Some other nominal companies produce tanning equipment better suited for home use than commercial quality tanning beds.
What combination of tanning bed and tanning booths work best
Tanning salons have been around for decades. Virtually every combination has been tried. The large chains all open with a similar methodology. They have a few base tanning beds for price conscious customers. They have lots of mid-high level tanning beds and tanning booths for the average customer that wants great results. They also have a small number of high-end tanning beds for the dedicated regular tanner.
Tanning Levels
Todays salons need a wide range of tanning beds to remain ahead of the competition.
Entry Level Tanning Beds
15 - 20 Minute tantimes
Up to 32 tanning lamp
No facial tanning lamps
Low wattage normally 100 watt tanning lamps
Limited tanning bed results are possible with this type of bed. Great for advertised specials and cost cutting customers
Mid-Range Tanning Beds
15 Minute tantime
Up to 40 tanning lamps
400 watt facial lamps
Low wattage normally 100 watt tanning lamps
Good tanning bed results for the seasonal tanner looking for some color.
Upper Range Tanning Beds
10-12 Minute tantime
Up to 60 tanning lamps
Parabolic high pressure facial tanning lamps
High wattage 160-200 watt tanning lamps
Excellent tanning beds for the regular tanner or customers looking for quick solid results. This style of tanning bed will often have adjustable facial, cooling and misting settings.
Stand Up Tanning Booth
8-10 Minute tantimes
Up to 60 tanning lamps
No facial lamps possible
High wattage 160-250 watt tanning lamps
Standup tanning booths are great for salons with limited space or a high percentage of male tanners. Commonly used in fitness centers and tanning salon superstores to supplement tanning bed numbers.
High Pressure Tanning Beds
10-20 Minute tantimes
Hybrid or 360 degree high pressure tanning
Complete high pressure canopy lamps
Optional high pressure bench lamps
Very high wattage can reach 2,000 watts in some applications
Ultra high end tanning bed for the serious tanner. Fantastic tanning results are common in this type of tanning bed. Prohibitive cost of ownership makes this tanning bed only for the upper echelon tanning bed with a robust clientele.
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