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Stylish Commercial Popcorn Equipment To Boost Sales

Commercial popcorn equipment includes a kettle to do the popping action and a heated deck to keep the popped kernels hot until served. This compact concession equipment is designed for countertop use or on a popcorn cart. It is the roasted buttery smell and fluffy and lightly crispy texture of popcorn that makes a movie more gripping or a sports game more exciting. Therefore, popcorn can increase impulse sales in your merchandising kiosk. All you need is the right commercial popcorn machine and display stand. 

What Commercial Popcorn Equipment You Need

Popcorn is a popular snack food that promises a high-profit return for concession stands, food trucks, convenience stores, or other similar foodservice establishments. Creating this wonder does not require a counter, a large area, or costly appliances. Your commercial popcorn equipment should perform three primary tasks: popping the kernels, keeping the popped popcorn warm, and mobilizing your unit. You can achieve these with a commercial popcorn machine and popcorn cart, whether in a drive-in theater, festival, state fair, or stadium.

1. Commercial Popcorn Machines & Poppers

The main commercial popcorn equipment is, of course, the popcorn machine. The configuration and operation of professional popcorn machines are straightforward. They have a stainless steel frame and kettle for durability against heavy use. The heated, illuminated warming deck will keep popcorn hot and draw customers’ attention. The center-pivoted kettle that sits on top of the deck is the popper. When you put the ingredients inside the kettle and turn the switch on, it heats quickly in 3-4 minutes. 

The finished popcorns start falling into the warming deck, ready to serve. Scooping popcorn from an industrial popcorn machine is done through the stainless steel hinged cover. Thus, the cabin doors remain closed to retain the heat in the cabinet. Commercial popcorn machines often have three switches to control this process: light, heat, and turn (motor). Some units have an extra button to control the inner warmer light. Finally, there is often a crumb tray, a.k.a. Old-Maid drawer, to collect the unpopped kernels. This tray and the kettle are removable for easy cleaning.

2. Popcorn Carts & Display Stands

Professional popcorn machines are usually countertop units. You can safely use them on a flat surface with close access to an electrical outlet. A commercial popcorn cart or display stand with wheels enables you to carry the taste and smell of popcorn everywhere. Plus, a red popcorn cart with eye-catching decals is always the most popular item in a fair, wedding, sports game, or other open-air events. Therefore, popcorn carts and display stands are also must-have commercial popcorn equipment.

Commercial popcorn carts generally feature two large and two small swivel wheels. While big wheels help you move the cart lightly, you can lock the cart with smaller wheels. This lock ensures that the machine does not move when fixed somewhere. You can also choose a pedestal for your popper. They have four swivel casters for ease of mobility. Remember to match the style of poppers with your popcorn display stand or cart. For instance, you can opt for antique-styled commercial popcorn equipment to imitate the once-popular vendors on every corner selling popcorn.

Choosing The Right Commercial Popcorn Equipment

  • Sizing: Popcorn machines are perfect commercial popcorn equipment for concession stands or snack kiosks. They make freshly popped corn in large batches and attractively merchandise them. However, choosing the best commercial popcorn machine can be a hassle. Besides the standard basics outlined here, two crucial points will guide your purchase. One is the popper kettle size. The most common sizes are 4, 6, 8, 12, 14, and 16 ounces. These measurements specify the number of raw kernels the kettle can hold per popping cycle. 

    In matching the commercial popcorn equipment size with your output needs, keep in mind that a one-ounce kernel makes around 2.5 cups of popped popcorn. Therefore, a 4-ounce popper kettle will pop 80 one-ounce servings per hour or 10 cups per batch, which produces 200 popped cups per hour. 4 to 8-ounce kettles would do the job for facilities with low levels of traffic. Medium-volume sizes are 12 and 14 ounces. Convention centers, amusement parks, stadiums, movie theaters, or arenas may require a large commercial popcorn machine with a 16-ounce or larger size.  
  • Style: Commercial popcorn equipment also differs in design. Therefore, your second consideration is the style. Your choice will depend on the overall layout of your facility and the ambiance you want to create. No matter the design, popcorn machines form a vivid picture and have a powerful effect wherever they are. Your unit should complete the surrounding color and design. Some widely preferred styles are the classical cinema décor, the 1920s and 1930s, and an antique style.

 

Commercial popcorn equipment will catch customers’ attention with eye-popping graphics and unique odor. You can thus maximize your profits. You may also wish to see our other concession equipment for your business.