Takara Belmont is promoting its equipment as a solution for salons facing rising costs and environmental pressures. The company claims its RS Series backwash units can reduce water usage by 20% through features like a dual-flow shower head and thermostatic control. This offers a direct cost saving on water bills, alongside potential energy savings from more precise temperature management.
The Roller Ball F colour processor is presented as an energy saver that also speeds up processing times by up to 75%. Its far-infrared technology uses a high-efficiency heating element, promising vibrant colour results without damaging hair. For salons considering colour services, this suggests a way to increase throughput and potentially reduce colour product waste.
Takara Belmont also points to the longevity of its products, citing the Adria II styling chair with replaceable cushions. This approach aims to extend equipment life, avoiding the expense and environmental impact of full replacements. Durability is a recurring theme, with the company stating its equipment withstands heavy use, minimising downtime and repair costs.
The company offers a 0% Finance Lease Scheme for its products. This scheme allows for ownership without initial capital outlay, with fixed monthly payments over two years and is 100% tax deductible. This financing option addresses the immediate affordability challenge for salon owners looking to invest in more efficient, sustainable equipment.
While Takara Belmont frames these innovations as beneficial for both the planet and a salon's balance sheet, the core question remains how readily salons can absorb the upfront investment, even with finance options. The true measure of these eco-friendly claims will be in their widespread adoption and the demonstrable impact on salon operating costs and environmental footprints across the UK.
