To whom is the equipment package payment made for a Dryject franchise?
Dryject Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
INVESTMENT**
YOUR ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT
| Type of | Amount | Method of | When Due | To Whom |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expenditure | Payment | Payment is to be Made | ||
| Initial | $29,500 | Lump Sum | Upon signing of | Us |
| Franchise Fee (Note | Franchise | |||
| 1) | Agreement | |||
| Initial Inventory | $2,500 - $3,500 | As Incurred | As A |
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 19–24)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Dryject's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the equipment package payment, which ranges from a $3,000 lease to a $166,500 purchase, is made to Dryject, its affiliate, or a lessor. The minimum required equipment package costs $166,500 and includes at least three model 4820 DryJect® machines priced at $55,500 each, along with certain spare parts.
For a prospective Dryject franchisee, this means that a significant portion of their initial investment will be directed toward the franchisor or its affiliated entities for essential equipment. The option to lease the equipment from third-party leasing companies at approximately $1,000 per month per machine offers some financial flexibility, but it's crucial to evaluate the long-term costs and benefits of leasing versus purchasing.
It is important to note that Dryject officers have an interest in DryJect, Inc., the affiliate that supplies the proprietary equipment. This arrangement could potentially influence the pricing and supply of equipment. Franchisees should carefully consider these factors and conduct thorough due diligence to ensure they are receiving competitive terms and pricing for the required equipment.
The FDD also indicates that Dryject reserves the right to negotiate purchase agreements for equipment or supplies, but currently does not. Franchisees may purchase equipment from designated or approved suppliers. Understanding the approved supplier network and the process for requesting approval of new suppliers is essential for managing costs and maintaining operational standards.