by Mike Coons | Jul 28, 2026 | Change Machines, Front Load, Laundry, Libraries/Schools, Modular Series (MC), Parking, Rear Load, Sales, Service & Support, Specialty, Token Dispensing, Zoos/Aquariums/Museums
Five Questions Every Owner Should Answer Before Buying Whether you’re opening a brand-new self-service business or renovating an older location, choosing the right change machine is one of the most important equipment decisions you’ll make. Your changer...
by Mike Coons | Jun 19, 2026 | Car Wash, Guardian XP / GXP, GXP-WST, New Products, Pay Stations, Sales
Meet the new Guardian XP™ GXP-WST For years, the Unitec Wash Select 2 was one of the most recognizable automatic wash entry systems in the car wash industry. Thousands of operators relied on its simple interface, dependable performance, and familiar footprint to...
by Mike Coons | May 28, 2026 | Laundry
INDIANAPOLIS – The laundromat industry is being flooded with sales pitches about “cashless convenience” and the supposed death of coin-operated stores. Card-system providers promise higher revenue, less theft, easier management, and a more modern customer...
by Mike Coons | May 7, 2026 | Change Machines, Laundry, Sales
The Data Pitch. You Don’t Need a Dashboard to Know Your Washers Are Busy I overheard this conversation between two laundromat owners at an open house, while we were sharing a table at lunch. One was new to the business and excited about opening his first store. The...
by Mike Coons | Apr 17, 2026 | Change Machines, Laundry, Sales
Young Owner: “Everyone’s pushing apps, cards, digital everything. But my store still runs on quarters.” Experienced Owner: “Funny thing about this business, customers will tell you what they want… if you’re willing to listen.” I was standing near the change machine...
