What standards does Annex Brands consider when determining approved brands and models of equipment?
Annex_Brands Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
In determining approved brands and models of equipment, Franchisor may consider standards of quality, value, customer recognition and acceptance, advertising support and availability, and such other standards as are periodically determined by Franchisor to be relevant. Certain trade dress fixtures, equipment, supplies, other merchandise and services may be required to be purchased directly from Franchisor and/or its affiliates, or may be permitted to be purchased from other suppliers provided Franchisor is held harmless by Franchisee regarding any products liability cause of action. On items or services sold by Franchisor and/or its affiliates, Franchisor anticipates a reasonable profit to cover overhead expenses.
Source: Item 22 — Contracts (FDD pages 109–110)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Annex Brands' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, when determining approved brands and models of equipment, Annex Brands may consider standards of quality, value, customer recognition and acceptance, advertising support and availability, and such other standards as are periodically determined by Annex Brands to be relevant.
This means that Annex Brands franchisees must use equipment brands and models that Annex Brands deems appropriate for the Centers. This ensures a uniform image and maintains the positive reputation and goodwill of the franchise system.
Annex Brands also states that certain trade dress fixtures, equipment, supplies, other merchandise, and services may be required to be purchased directly from Annex Brands and/or its affiliates, or may be permitted to be purchased from other suppliers provided Annex Brands is held harmless by Franchisee regarding any products liability cause of action. On items or services sold by Annex Brands and/or its affiliates, Annex Brands anticipates a reasonable profit to cover overhead expenses. This allows Annex Brands to maintain quality control and generate revenue through the supply chain.