Tuesday 16th July 2019
Fruit machines through the ages
The first fruit machines were slot machines, but the first slot machines were not fruit machines. That’s because the term ‘slot machine’ originally applied to all coin-op machines, including vending machines and automatic horse racing machines similar to those still found in amusement arcades to this day. Starting from the 1880s, if you won on … Continued
Wednesday 3rd July 2019
Putting pub pool tables outside for summer
Putting pub pool tables outside for summer We’re often asked about putting pub pool tables outside for summer, and despite the notoriously unpredictable British weather, the answer is yes, you can. However, there is, of course, some care and attention needed to make sure you don’t end up with flooded felt or boggy baize following … Continued
Friday 17th May 2019
How pub gaming machines can help you stay open
The British pub industry is showing signs of more positive performance, but recent figures still show pubs are closing at an alarming rate – so could hired pub gaming machines be the answer? According to a report from Altus Group, nearly 1,000 UK pubs called last orders for the final time in 2018. That works … Continued
Thursday 18th April 2019
Keep customers entertained on bank holiday weekends with a jukebox
Bank holiday season is upon us with the long Easter weekend followed very quickly by May Day and the Spring bank holiday – so it’s the perfect time to consider installing a jukebox to keep customers entertained and on your premises for longer. A jukebox is a family friendly option if you’re expecting to have … Continued
Thursday 11th April 2019
What are the most popular games on quiz machines?
Quiz machines are a great way to keep individuals and groups of family and friends entertained while they’re in your establishment, with the added appeal of a potential cash prize for players with a good enough knowledge of trivia. But what are the most popular games on quiz machines? Some of the most popular quiz … Continued
Tuesday 9th April 2019
Install staff room pool tables at no cost
When you install staff room pool tables, you give your employees a way to de-stress during breaks, keep them stimulated and alert, and encourage team morale through a spirit of friendly competition. Pool is the perfect game for this, with rules that most people already know well and a table size that suits any reasonably … Continued
Thursday 28th February 2019
Prepare for spring with pub fruit machines and quiz machines
The lighter nights of spring are coming and as we count down the days until the clocks go forward, it’s the ideal time to take a fresh look at pub fruit machines and quiz machines to keep patrons on-site once the sun goes down. In the UK we set the clocks forwards one hour on … Continued
Tuesday 26th February 2019
Do your bit for charity with coin-op pool tables and jukeboxes
Manco’s coin-operated pool tables and jukeboxes are a great way to raise money for charity by pledging to donate a percentage of the proceeds to a worthy cause. Around the start of the year, Red Nose Day is the big charity telethon to look out for – Comic Relief takes place every two years and … Continued
Thursday 24th January 2019
Club pool table hire – 5 things to think about
Club pool table hire can add an extra form of entertainment to your bar area, or even use a side room to create a dedicated pool room for use by patrons. There are a few factors to keep in mind though – here are five of the first things to think about when arranging club … Continued
