How Do You Buy Used Cotton Candy Machines?
In order to save on equipment costs, many concession-stand owners consider buying used cotton candy machines, which mix the sugar and coloring to produce candy floss. Two of the most important considerations to keep in mind when buying a used cotton candy machine are to make sure that the unit is in good working condition and that it has warranty protection in case of breakage. Determine the size of the cotton candy machine that you wish to buy. Smaller units on average will produce one to three candy floss servings per minute, while high-output machines can produce four or more servings per minute. Look for classified listings, such as those on the Festvals and Shows and Allen Associates websites (see Resources below), that offer used cotton candy machines for sale. You can also browse your newspaper’s classified ads for listings. Go to a festival or fair and network with concession-stand owners. The vendors may be able to recommend sellers of used cotton candy machines or let you kno
