Is there any exception to the requirement to purchase the Base Equipment Package when starting a Dryject franchise?

According to the 2025 Dryject Franchise Disclosure Document, there are no stated exceptions to the requirement that a new franchisee must purchase the Base Equipment Package. Item 5 states that a franchisee "will purchase from us or our affiliate proprietary equipment consisting of, at a minimum, three model 4820 DryJect® machines and certain spare parts for these machines (the 'Base Equipment Package')." The purchase price for this package is $166,500. This fee is nonrefundable and uniform to all franchise owners.

Item 23 further clarifies the payment terms for the Base Equipment Package, stating that the $166,500 is due upon the earlier of three conditions: commencement of the Initial Training Program, shipment of the Base Equipment Package, or 90 days after the Effective Date of the agreement. The fee is considered fully earned by Dryject upon the execution of the agreement and is non-refundable.

Prospective Dryject franchisees should be aware that this is a significant upfront investment and that there are no listed exceptions to this requirement. This is a common practice in franchising, where franchisors require specific equipment to ensure brand consistency and quality control. A potential franchisee should confirm with Dryject if there are any circumstances under which this requirement might be waived or modified, although the FDD indicates the fee is uniform to all franchise owners.