get rid of<\/a> coin slot machines anytime soon.<\/p>\n\u201cWe have all the latest and greatest (machines) on our slot floor,” he said. “But we intend on keeping a selection of coin machines.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe have a process where we take away some games every month that don\u2019t get as much play. But we have players who love these machines.”<\/p>\n
Coin Slot Machines Are Difficult to Maintain<\/h2>\n
El Cortez may be benefiting from their coin-based slots. However, they do have to put a lot of work into maintaining these games.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt takes a special set of skills to be able to maintain 175 coin games,\u201d Wiesberg explained. “Most people coming up in the industry now have no knowledge of coin machines.\u201d<\/p>\n
The hardest part is finding parts for coin slot machines when they break down. Manufacturers don’t make these parts on a regular basis.<\/p>\n
El Cortez often has to make special requests if one of their coin-operated games needs a part.<\/p>\n
Friendly Customer Service<\/h2>\n
In addition to their classic slots, El Cortez also puts heavy emphasis on customer service. They try to connect with their players and build relationships.<\/p>\n
El Cortez especially values these relationships when considering their older and more-established customer base.<\/p>\n
\u201cOur ownership still appreciates that connection with the customer, which many places have gotten away from,” said Wiesberg. “They\u2019ve gotten away from it because there\u2019s no money in it<\/p>\n
“But for us, it\u2019s a legacy that we\u2019re trying to maintain. Our customers are loyal.”<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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