Commercial Dishwashers

Commercial Dishwashers

Even though the purpose of commercial dishwashers is the same as home-scale variants, there are core differences making them a necessity. The most noticeable dissimilarities among the two are power and size. Commercial options and industrial dishwashers are larger and have a greater capacity. Therefore, it is apparent that these machines are significantly more powerful and can accommodate a bigger load. 

Various Types Of Commercial Dishwashers

There are multiple types of commercial dishwashers available. Some specialize in cleaning a specific type of dishware like small commercial dishwashers, some deal with cleaning glass, such as commercial glasswashers. Then there are those that are geared to handle large-scale operations; these include industrial dishwashers.  

Commercial Glasswashers

Slightly soiled glassware can be cleaned effectively and quickly by using a normal, under-counter glasswasher with detergent. However, commercial operations require a bit more, and for best results, it is better to search for commercial glass washers with lower and upper wash arms. Remember, commercial glasswashers can accommodate all sizes of glassware. 

Undercounter Dishwasher

The greatest advantage of an under-counter dishwasher is its small size. Kitchen under-counter dishwashers are similar in size to home dishwashers; however, they can handle commercial kitchen equipment by offering faster wash cycles. Although, the amount of dishes it cleans per hour is still lower than standard commercial dishwashers. 

Under-counter dishwashers are suitable for hotels, small restaurants, or eateries that experience high regular footfall. 

Pass-Through Dishwasher

Pass-through dishwashers can cater to a greater volume of customers, provided adequate commercial range hoods and floor space are available. They are equipped to complete different parts of the wash cycle simultaneously. As a result, they can clean a large number of utensils in lesser time. They are mostly suitable for hotels, restaurants, and cafeterias. 

Key Features Of Commercial Dishwashers

Commercial and industrial dishwashers provide multiple features; some of those are:

Temperature

Commercial dishwashers allow for two sanitizing options; low temperature and high temperature. Both of these types use similar rinsing chemicals for the process; the only difference is how they sanitize the dishes. 

Size

The main measurement unit in commercial dishwashers is a rack. It is normal for racks to have diverse interiors; however, the exteriors are commonly a standardized 20" X 20" that can fix inside multiple dishwasher styles. 

To understand the size of the dishwasher required, it is better to calculate the number of racks needed by the dishwasher during the busiest period of usage

Cost

The cost of industrial dishwashers increases according to their capacity and size. As an aside, the good thing about conveyor and pass-through dishwashers is that they can save time and effort, essentially helping conserve money. 

Cycle Time And Speed

A busy kitchen can be frustrating and stressful to work in, and the busier the kitchen becomes, the more plates pile up. This is where the capacity and speed of the wash cycle become important. Most commonly, a bigger commercial dishwasher will offer a faster wash cycle. But standards dictate that the typical range of commercial dishwasher wash cycles lies between 1 to 2 minutes, which is quite fast. 

Construction Based On Type Of Commercial Dishwashers

There are mainly two types of builds associated with commercial dishwashers; the door type and heavy-duty. 

Single Rack And Door Type Dishwashers

These types of multipurpose commercial dishwashers can be seen in almost any restaurant and are most commonly found in cafeterias and restaurants. They have a very small footprint and are relatively easy to install.

In contrast, single rack and door-type dishwashers have more vertical space, making it easier to sanitize and clean bigger pots, awkward utensils, and pans for large-sized commercial ovens. They are also flexible in their installation and setup and can be easily installed. Furthermore, they can efficiently clean 35 to 60 racks per hour. 

Heavy-Duty Dishwashers

Heavy-duty commercial fridges & freezers, along with commercial food warmers and heavy-duty dishwashers, are usually found in larger restaurants, hospitals, prisons, banquet halls, and cafeterias. 

Among these industrial dishwashers, conveyer dishwashers provide the most value for space as they can go through over 200 racks per hour. They usually boast a stainless-steel construction, and their ability to wash a massive load of dishes is unparalleled; however, they require more room to operate than other variants. 

Maintenance Of Commercial Dishwasher

A well-maintained commercial dishwasher can last around two decades, and that is a lot considering the workload an industrial dishwasher covers. Here are some maintenance tips that will help keep busy dishwashers running for a long time. 

• Reading the owner's manual is a surefire way to understand the ins and outs of the commercial dishwashing unit
• Pre-scrapping enhances the life of the dishwasher. It is not a food disposal but a cleaner, so it is better to remove any edible debris from dishes before putting them in
• Checking and cleaning the filter every 20 cycles is an effective way to ensure faultless functionality
• It must be inspected annually by a qualified technician