Key Factors to Consider When Purchasing a COMMERCIAL Dishwasher
If your business has been using the same old dishwasher for years, then maybe it is time to upgrade. Commercial dishwashers today, are more water & energy-efficient than most previous models, which can help speed up the cleaning process and lower your electricity bill as well.
But the question is, how do you choose the best dishwasher for your applications? To help eliminate the confusion, we did the research for you. Here are some things you should look out for when buying a commercial dishwasher that will hopefully aid you in making an informed decision.
Cleaning performance
A dishwasher’s price tag does not always correlate to a better cleaning performance. Instead of looking at the price, you should pay more attention to the dishwasher’s features. Many dishwasher models are now fitted with a rinse pressure booster, the rinse booster pumps boost the rinse water pressure to ensure that correct pressure is available, leaving the wash items clean by thoroughly spraying hot sanitizing water to meet Health codes.
We recommend buying the best commercial dishwasher you can afford. Look for reputable brands like Sammic, Washtec, Norris, Hobart, Eswood & Fagor.
Rinsing performance
When buying a dishwasher, one of the main things you should look for is its rinsing performance. The dishwasher must rinse your dishes effectively with at least 82 deg water to sanitize it and with rinse aid to prevent water marks from forming. The rinse arms need to rotate freely with either incoming water pressure, or if pressure is low, have an in-built water rinse booster pump.
Cycles and options
More features don’t necessarily mean a better dishwasher, so sometimes we recommend buying a dishwasher with simpler controls and a more streamlined cycle option. Other situations require dishwashers with multiple options to select the best wash cycle time for your dishes. Depending on your situation, features such as low-pressure wash start – glassware or extended wash times for pot scrubbing are required. But usually simplicity is key when choosing a dishwasher, so make sure the model you’re buying is easy to operate.
Dishwasher capacity
Dishwashers models vary in size and dishwasher capacity, making it crucial that you select the right one for your cleaning applications. Most dishwashers have a 500 mm rack size and a 1, 2- or 3-minute wash cycle. Smaller glass / dishwashers have 400 mm racks with 220mm height, meaning you’ll have to run more cycles to clean more dishes.
Style and finish
Dishwashers come in many models and types from under bench, to raised front loaders or to up right pass through models.
Energy – water efficiency
Most appliances now have improved energy rating, this can have great savings on the overall operational cost. But lower energy sometimes means slower operational times, make sure that you choose the one that also gives you the fastest times, if you are in a busy location. Modern dishwashers are great at using your resources wisely (water and electricity) which can contribute to lower water and electricity bills.
NOTE: Commercial dishwashers need good access to power, water & drainage, so remember to factor in the proximity to the power, water & drainage connections at your site, before purchasing.
Remember – If unsure of the correct dishwasher for your commercial site, we suggest contacting us direct – Ph: 1300 217 411. Our experienced staff can help you choose the correct model for your site requirements.