In the UK, the terms ‘fruit machines’ and ‘slot machines’ are often used interchangeably. But there are some differences between the two. Here are some of the main ways fruit machines and slot machines are different from each other, and why their names can also be misleading at times. Slot machines First of all, let’s … Continued

This year has been probably the most difficult ever for many businesses in the hospitality sector, but the New Year holds the promise of a brighter future as the COVID-19 vaccines reach an ever-increasing proportion of the UK and global population. As we look ahead to 2021, it’s time to be both optimistic and realistic, … Continued

Many people would love to have a pool table at home, but it’s not always possible to devote the space to a proper pub pool table in your own home. But putting a pool table in a holiday home or cottage makes a lot of sense, whether for your own enjoyment or for the entertainment … Continued

Quiz machine maintenance doesn’t have to place huge demands on your time, especially if you adopt a ‘little and often’ approach to avoid any major problems developing. Some quiz machine maintenance you can take care of yourself as part of your daily or weekly tasks, while other aspects are best left to the professionals – … Continued

If there’s one table you shouldn’t neglect in your pub or restaurant, it’s your pool table, which gives diners a great way to add some extra fun to their eating-out experience. A pub pool table brings some variety to your venue, and is especially good to set a more informal mood in relaxed dining rooms. … Continued

The return to university has been a difficult one for students in 2020, but in the coming months as conditions start to improve, why not hire a club pool table for your student society? As we move through – and ultimately beyond – the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s important to find safe ways to have fun, … Continued

We all love a seasonal playlist, but what are the best songs for a Halloween jukebox? It’s a little trickier than some of the other holidays like Christmas and Valentine’s Day, but there are some really great options out there. Here we’ve chosen five of the best songs for Halloween playlists, plus five more bonus … Continued

Hiring a pool table is easy with Manco Automatics – we can help you make all the important decisions – but it’s good to know how much choice you have when hiring a pool table from us. Here are some of the basics you might want to keep in mind when you hire a pool … Continued

As we move into the winter months, it’s a good time to prepare your venue for Autumn and customers’ changing habits in the run-up to Christmas. In 2020 there are of course some extra things to consider, such as social distancing and how to make the most of the capacity you have in your premises. … Continued

If it weren’t for the 1906 San Francisco earthquake, pub fruit machines might look very different. To understand why, you have to look back to the middle of the 1890s when Charles Fey, an American inventor, started to release the first slot machines that looked similar to the pub fruit machines we play nowadays. But … Continued