Commercial Dishwashers
If you are a restaurant owner or a bar owner you have had experience with commercial dishwashers, you know your likes and dislikes. If you have started to do your research, on the next unit you plan on buying than stick around cause this article will list most of the different types of commercial dishwashers and their characteristics.
One of the most popular types is the conveyor dishwasher; this unit is the best model for high traffic kitchens, because of its ability to control the pace of cleaning through the belt that carries the dish racks in and out of the unit. These units also come with an integrated scrap tray that prevents food scraps from clogging the drain. Most washers of this breed also come with a sanitizing system that provides instant cleaning and eliminates chlorine damage to the machine, the normal duration of the wash cycle for the conveyor type washers is around 90 seconds and the water consumption is around 1.09 gallons a rack. In conclusion the conveyor dishwasher is a time saver, very simple to load. The unit also comes with a Safety system that keeps the motor from overheating in case of jams or low water.
There is a wide variety of new types of commercial dishwashers coming into the market, one of the newest is the under counter dishwasher. This unit is closely related to the residential models and uses a flash of heat to sanitize dishes along with detergent and the water. There are also hybrid models that include the glass washer that are more commonly used in bars to wash and rinse glassware. These models use a rotating brush set in hot water to scrub the glasses most models require manual operation.
Energy star qualified commercial dishwashers can save your business about 90 Mbtus and an average of $900\year on your utility bills. In addition businesses can expect to save more than $200\year and 52.000 gallons of water due to reduced water demand of your new unit. When selecting a new dishwasher keep in mind the traffic you have and how much it will expand. Keep in mind the needs of your company and your budget because top rated units such as LG and kitchenaid have a higher starting cost but will last longer and require less maintenance than the average brand. Read the new reviews by consumer reports to get an objective opinion about each model.
