Zip Taps and HydroTaps for the Workplace

Find the Right Zip HydroTap for Your Workplace

Zip taps are available in a variety of configurations, so the best system will depend on the type of water you want, the number of people using it and the available space beneath your worktop.

Options within the Zip HydroTap range can include:

• Boiling water: convenient filtered near-boiling water for tea, coffee and other hot drinks.
• Boiling and chilled water: hot drinks and refreshing filtered drinking water from one tap.
• Boiling, chilled and sparkling water: a versatile hydration solution offering three popular water choices.
• Boiling and ambient water: filtered drinking water alongside instant boiling water.
• All-in-one taps: selected models can also provide ordinary hot and cold mixer-tap functions.

If you are unsure which configuration you require, our team can help you compare suitable Zip taps based on workplace size, expected daily usage and the facilities already available in your kitchen or tea point.

Why Choose a Zip Boiling Water Tap?

Instant Water for Busy Teams

A Zip boiling water tap provides filtered near-boiling water without waiting for a kettle. This can make drink preparation quicker and reduce congestion around shared kitchen facilities during busy periods.

Multiple Water Options from One Tap

Depending on the system chosen, a Zip HydroTap can dispense boiling, chilled, ambient or sparkling filtered water. Combining several functions within one system can help create a cleaner, more organised refreshment area.

Filtered Drinking Water

Zip HydroTap systems use water filtration to improve the taste and quality of the dispensed water. Filter requirements and replacement schedules vary, so these should be considered when selecting and maintaining your system.

A Professional Workplace Finish

Available in different tap styles, configurations and finishes, Zip taps can be incorporated into offices, meeting spaces, hospitality environments and premium workplace kitchens.

Commercial Zip Taps for Offices and Hospitality

A commercial Zip tap can be suitable for a wide range of environments, including:

• Offices and staff kitchens
• Meeting rooms and client refreshment areas
• Hotels and hospitality venues
• Education and healthcare settings
• Retail and leisure facilities
• High-traffic commercial tea points

Capacity is particularly important in a commercial setting. A small office may need a different under-counter system from a large workplace serving drinks continuously throughout the day. Consider the number of users, peak demand and required water types rather than choosing solely by appearance.

Zip HydroTap Styles and Configurations

The wider Zip HydroTap range includes different tap designs and dispensing methods. Depending on availability, options may include traditional curved taps, contemporary angular designs, all-in-one configurations and touch-free models.

The under-counter command centre heats, chills or carbonates the water according to the selected system. Before ordering, check the unit dimensions, ventilation requirements, electrical supply, water connection and available cupboard space.

What to Consider Before Buying a Zip Tap

• Number of users: choose a system capable of meeting your workplace's busiest periods.
• Required water types: decide whether you need boiling, chilled, sparkling, ambient or ordinary hot and cold water.
• Available space: confirm that there is enough under-counter room for the command centre, filter and any CO₂ equipment.
• Installation requirements: check the water, power, drainage and ventilation requirements for the chosen model.
• Ongoing maintenance: allow for filter changes, sanitisation and CO₂ replacement where sparkling water is included.
• Tap position: determine whether the tap will sit above a sink or require a separate drip tray or font.

Zip Tap Installation and Support

Correct installation is essential for the safe operation and performance of a Zip HydroTap. Caffia can help you identify a suitable commercial system and discuss the practical requirements for your proposed location.

Our team supports customers across the UK, with showrooms in Falkirk and London and access to UK-wide engineering support. Speak to us before ordering if you need help confirming capacity, installation requirements or the most appropriate Zip tap for your workplace.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Zip Taps

What is a Zip tap?

A Zip tap is an integrated water-dispensing system produced by Zip Water. Depending on the model, it can provide filtered boiling, chilled, ambient or sparkling water from a countertop tap connected to an under-counter unit.

Is a Zip tap the same as a Zip HydroTap?

“Zip tap” is commonly used as a general search term for Zip Water systems. HydroTap is the name of Zip's range of taps that can provide different combinations of filtered boiling, chilled and sparkling water.

Are Zip taps suitable for offices?

Yes. Commercial Zip taps are designed for workplaces of different sizes. The correct model should be selected according to the number of users and the expected demand during busy periods.

Can a Zip HydroTap provide sparkling water?

Selected Zip HydroTap models provide filtered sparkling water alongside chilled and boiling water. A compatible system and CO₂ supply are required.

Does a Zip boiling water tap replace a kettle?

In many workplace kitchens, a Zip boiling water tap can replace the shared kettle by providing near-boiling filtered water on demand. This can make preparing tea, coffee and other hot drinks quicker during busy periods.

Do Zip taps filter the water?

Zip HydroTap systems incorporate filtration, although the precise filter and performance specifications depend on the selected model. Filters need to be replaced at the recommended intervals to maintain water quality and system performance.

Do Zip taps require servicing?

Regular maintenance is recommended. This can include replacing filters, cleaning or sanitising the system and replacing CO₂ cylinders on sparkling-water models. Follow the maintenance schedule supplied with your particular system.

How do I choose the correct Zip HydroTap capacity?

Consider how many people will use the tap, how many drinks are prepared during peak periods and which water types are required. Contact Caffia if you would like help matching a Zip HydroTap to your workplace.