Surge of 31% in New Revolving Catering Stores Across Australia: Intelligent Rotating Hot Pot Equipment Becomes Standard, HaiSheng Accelerates Global Expansion with One-Stop Solutions

Australian Market: Intelligent Revolving Equipment Turns into Standard for New Stores

Revolving catering stands out as the fastest-growing segment within Australia’s F&B industry in 2025. According to the annual GapMaps Report released by QSR Media, the net increase of new QSR (Quick Service Restaurant) outlets in Australia jumped from 178 to 250 between 2024 and 2025, achieving a year-on-year growth of 40.4% — hitting a ten-year high. Among the booming businesses, revolving sushi and revolving hot pot stores deliver the most remarkable performance. Meanwhile, Australia’s food service market is projected to reach 115.8 billion US dollars by 2030, with a compound annual growth rate of 11.44%, creating tremendous opportunities for revolving catering formats.

On the consumer side, track-based delivery systems have been adopted by over 45% of hot pot and sushi stores in Chinese Taiwan, and Australia is quickly embracing this intelligent trend. Industry analysts attribute this shift to three major driving factors: continuously rising hourly wages for restaurant staff in Australia, growing preference of young consumers for tech-driven interactive dining experiences, and greatly improved cost-performance of intelligent catering equipment manufactured in China.

For local catering operators, intelligent Rotating Hot Pot Equipment is no longer a nice-to-have extra, but a basic requirement to attract customers and secure profitability. Mr Hotpoter, a newly opened Chinese-style revolving mini hot pot restaurant located in Adelaide CBD, features an innovative double-decker hot pot train concept that combines traditional hot pot menus with revolving delivery. Fresh ingredients circulate via double-layer delivery carts, making the store a viral social media check-in spot right after opening.

Three Core Configurations Dominate Australian Market | HaiSheng Delivers Targeted Solutions

When selecting equipment for new stores, Australian operators mainly focus on three functional modules — exactly the core technological strengths that HaiSheng Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. has polished over 16 years of development.

1. Intelligent Delivery Carts: Cut Labor by 40% & Double Serving Efficiency

High labor costs and frequent order errors during peak hours are long-standing pain points for Australian restaurants. HaiSheng’s self-developed intelligent track-switch delivery cart system adopts advanced track conversion and conveying technologies. The carts can realize precise table delivery, automatic U-turn, active obstacle avoidance and multi-cart collaborative operation.

The built-in intelligent route calculation system plans the optimal path based on order locations and avoids abrupt acceleration, deceleration and sharp turns. Delivery platforms are fitted with reinforced protective baffles and anti-slip surfaces, so soup bowls and sauce plates stay stable during movement with barely any displacement. The power control system automatically adjusts operating parameters to adapt to different floor conditions, ensuring ultra-smooth start and stop with minimal vibration.

In practical operation, this solution helps restaurants reduce food serving labor by over 40% and double order fulfillment efficiency during peak periods. We also support full IP customization for cart appearances, such as train and spacecraft styling, to create eye-catching highlights for social media sharing.

To maintain long-term hygienic operation, we recommend regular thorough cleaning for conveyor channels and load platforms to remove food residues and odor molecules. The integrated ventilation system keeps internal air fresh all the time.

2. High-Efficiency Fume Extraction & Purification: Eliminate Oil Fume and Lingering Odors

Excessive oil fume, strong residual smells and stuffy indoor air are the most common complaints about traditional revolving hot pot restaurants. HaiSheng’s equipment is equipped with overhead fume extraction systems; we can also customize under-table exhaust revolving belts to meet local Australian requirements. Combined with built-in ventilation devices, the system discharges peculiar smells timely and effectively prevents flavor cross-contamination. The whole setup fully complies with Australia’s strict indoor air quality standards, putting an end to the unpleasant experience of customers leaving with clothing soaked in food odors.

3. Corrosion-Resistant & Long-Lasting Craftsmanship: Adapt to Australia’s Coastal High-Salt Environment

Most Australian cities are coastal areas with high salt content in the air, which easily causes rust and corrosion on ordinary catering equipment. Our Hot Pot Buffet Equipment is mainly constructed with food-grade 304 stainless steel and eco-friendly plastic spraying technology, featuring excellent waterproof, rust-proof and easy-to-clean performance.

We adopt upgraded double-layer stable frame structure inspired by Japanese craftsmanship and standard modular design for convenient transportation and on-site installation. Aging tests prove that the equipment can maintain stable operation for more than 10 years under humid and high-salt environments. All products hold EU CE, US NSF and UL certifications, and we can assist clients in completing local RCM and AS/NZS 60335 electrical safety certifications for the Australian market.

Customized Hot Pot Conveyor Belt: Tailored Solutions for Every Space

Different from one-size-fits-all conventional supply modes, HaiSheng provides fully customized Customized Hot Pot Conveyor Belt solutions. Our professional technical team conducts detailed surveys based on each restaurant’s spatial layout, dining flow, seat arrangement and investment budget, to build exclusive revolving hot pot equipment.

A full range of supporting accessories is optional, including track-switch delivery cart systems, ambient light strips, overhead fume extraction systems and multi-functional drawers, realizing tailor-made solutions for every single store. As major chains like Haidilao launch new revolving hot pot sub-brands one after another, customized equipment has become the mainstream choice for new store openings.

Adjustable Tension Device & Silent Chains: Worry-Free Long-Term Operation

HaiSheng’s innovative adjustable tension device solves the problem of loose conveyor chains. Traditional chains tend to slacken after long-term use, leading to jamming or even shutdown, which usually requires complete replacement. With our exclusive design, staff can restore chain tension easily with simple tools. This practical upgrade extends equipment service life by over 30% and cuts long-term maintenance costs significantly.

Furthermore, our revolving chains are made of high-quality silent acrylic material with smooth running and outstanding wear resistance. The operating noise is 40% lower than ordinary metal chains, perfectly suitable for shopping malls with strict noise limits especially during evening business hours. These humanized details bring continuous benefits for daily operation.

One-Stop Service & Global Track Record: Shorten Payback Period to 1.5–2 Years

Backed by 16 years of manufacturing experience, a 10,000+ square meter intelligent workshop and a team of over 100 professional engineers, HaiSheng delivers full-cycle one-stop services covering layout design, R&D, production testing, on-site installation and after-sales maintenance.

We have established long-term strategic partnerships with well-known catering chains including Haidilao, Little Sheep, Shengxiangting, Longge Self-Service Hot Pot, Yiwei Beef, Xijia Self-Service Hot Pot and Ma Guangguang Rotating Hot Pot. Our products are exported to more than 20 countries and regions including the USA, Canada, Mexico, New Zealand, Australia, Malaysia, Thailand, France, the UK, Germany, Spain and Portugal.

Many Australian chain operators feedback that although the initial investment of intelligent equipment is 25%–35% higher than traditional versions, the payback period is shortened from the original 2.5–3 years to 1.5–2 years, thanks to labor cost savings, higher table turnover and stronger customer loyalty.

Trend Summary

Driven by rising demand for intelligent, energy-saving and highly durable revolving equipment across Australia and the global catering industry, Chinese manufacturers with local certification capabilities, English-language system support, remote after-sales service and professional modular customization will gain larger market share.

With solid manufacturing strength and continuous technological innovation, HaiSheng Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. empowers global catering operators to run leaner business models with lower operational costs, and seize opportunities in the booming revolving catering market.