What Should Be Considered When Choosing a Conveyor Dishwasher?

Dishwashers with a conveyor belt system, located in the scullery of large-scale industrial kitchens, are called conveyor dishwashers. It has models starting from 2000 plate washing capacities up to 10.000 plates per hour. So what should we pay attention to when choosing a conveyor dishwasher? Now let's list a few important items in this regard.

In industrial kitchens, meals are produced for thousands of people at the same time, depending on the size of the business. After the foods served, the equipment used by the customer and kitchen staff such as plates, cutlery, pots and pans appear as dishes. Dishes should be kept at a distance from the production line for hygiene and should enter the dishwasher as soon as possible.

Now let's list what should be considered when buying a conveyor dishwasher:

• Washing Capacities of Conveyor Dishwashers
• Conveyor Dishwasher Sections
  • Rinse
  • Prewash
  • Drying
• Conveyor Dishwasher Features
• Conveyor Dishwasher Prices
• Industrial Dishwasher Chemicals
• Energy-saving
• Technical Service

Washing Capacities

The most important point to consider when choosing an industrial dishwasher, is the dishwashing capacity per hour. On average, under-counter dishwashers can wash a maximum of 500 plates per hour. For all the numbers we will use from now on, it should be clearly stated that this number is theoretical. It is determined by calculating the maximum number of dishes that can be washed by dishwashers with washing programs such as 1 min, 2 min or 3 min, according to 60 minutes. The time to remove the basket and insert the new basket is not calculated.

Hood type dishwashers also have an average washing capacity of 1000 plates/hour. The business owners have to anticipate the extent to which the dishes will be washed in the restaurant or hotel dishwashing area and supply the necessary dishwasher accordingly. Of course, he must anticipate the moment when it will be the most crowded.

Washing Capacities of Conveyor Dishwashers

As mentioned at the beginning of the article, conveyor dishwashers have capacities starting from 2000 plates and washing up to 10,000 plates per hour. So which one is best for our kitchen? The person who will give the most correct answer to this question is the owner or manager of the business. How many tables are there in the restaurant or hotel? What is the people capacity? How many people can eat at the same time? After answering such questions, the answer should also be clarified: How many dishes does a customer produce?

After getting the correct answers to these questions, the amount of dishes that will appear in a meal is also determined. Of course, meal times can be very long in businesses such as hotels. A study should be done by calculating the time between lunch and dinner. Since the existing cooktop equipment may not be enough, the dishes that come out should be washed immediately.

Let's say that a place with 200 tables has 800 customers who can eat at the same time. Each customer produces an average of 4 dishes, considering the soup bowl, dinner plate, salad plate, dessert plate, rice plate and appetizers. This means that 3200 dishes and as many cutlery will reach the dishwasher in a short time. It is important not to forget the large pieces used in food production and service. Because big sized equipment allow washing only one product at the same time.

After determining our need for washing, we should examine the conveyor dishwashers and determine the one closest to the capacity we need. Generally, we can see numbers like 2000, 2800, 3200, 3600, 4800, 5000, 7200.

Conveyor Dishwasher Sections

Conveyor dishwashers, which meet the need for large dishwashers for restaurants, basically have a main washing section. The most important features to be considered for the main wash section are:

• Basket Size
• Washing Area Volume
• Entry Height

If the entrance height is narrow, you will not be able to put some wide dishes into the machine. In addition, sometimes there are washing materials in the interior, so the interior areas can be narrow. Basket size is also a very important criterion as it determines the capacity of dishes that can be taken at once.

Rinse

Rinsing areas are indispensable parts of conveyor dishwashers. All machines have this field. Some rack dishwashers, such as the NeoSystem and Hobart, have a double rinse system. In NeoSystem products, this feature is referred to as pre-rinse.

Pre-wash

With this system, which is generally seen in top models, dish residues are drained. Of course, it is necessary to consider: we cannot leave the entire prewash in the machine. Sometimes there may be rough residues in shape. It is necessary to drain them for a short time in the entrance sink. In models with pre-wash feature, the main wash section may take a shorter time.

Drying

The most important feature of conveyor dishwashers is drying. However, this feature is not available in all models. Plates, glasses and other dishes that come out of the machines with a drying section are almost ready to be served. Compared to the natural drying process, a very large time saving is provided. At the same time, it is a great advantage to remove the dry dishes to their places. They do not need to be left in the open for drying.

Conveyor Dishwasher Features

While affordable models of conveyor dishwashers perform standard washing, advanced models have features that provide great efficiency. Standard models only have safety features related to washing, plumbing and electrical connections. More advanced brands such as NeoSystem have features such as Automatic Start Stop Function - Automatic Controlled Washing System - Integrated Rinsing Tank.

While standard models of Hobart Conveyor Dishwashers still have standard features, all kinds of materials of the product are used with much higher quality. As the features increase, the models change and of course the price difference also emerges.

Hobart Premax models, on the other hand, have produced products that really make a difference with their superior technologies. These products, which we can call a bit expensive when purchasing, are incredibly economical when using them. We have reserved a large amount of space in our article titled “Premium Features of Hobart Dishwashers”.

It has superior features such as energy management systems, low chemical consumption systems, water and electricity savings, prevention of water and chemicals being thrown into empty spaces, and powerful dirt removal systems.

Conveyor Dishwasher Prices

Conveyor dishwasher prices start from 5,500 Euros. Of course, these prices are valid for standard simple machines that only wash. With the addition of various sections such as washing capacities, pre-washing, rinsing and drying, and technological features, prices will increase a lot.

By determining the features of the industrial dishwasher we need correctly, we can get the right machine according to our needs and budget. Neosystem industrial dishwashers have been used in thousands of restaurants or hotels in our country and in more than 30 countries that we export for many years without any problems.

Industrial Dishwasher Chemicals

Industrial dishwashing detergents are used, not standard dishwashing chemicals, in industrial dishwashers used in industrial kitchens. These products are generally divided into two as detergent and rinse aid, and both are required to be purchased. Hobart Universal Detergent 12 kg, Soft and Medium Hard Water - Hyline HLU-30 model stands out as the most preferred model. Since it is more concentrated than ordinary detergents, it should be drawn less by adjusting the dosage.

Energy-saving

Conveyor dishwashers are very large machines. Naturally, they can consume a lot of electricity and water. This is an expense that must be taken into account after the purchase. For this reason, attention should be paid to electricity consumption before purchasing. Manufacturers have made great progress in conserving water. Some can wash a basket with several liters of water.

Technical Service

One of the most important factors in terms of sustainability is the technical service opportunities of the industrial dishwasher brand. A broken machine will disrupt all work. For this reason, the technical services of the brand should be fast and sufficient. You can get Hobart dishwasher technical service and Neosystem technical services, which are widely used in our country, without any problems.

In addition to the technical service, the availability of spare parts is also an important issue. In the case of a broken part and if this part needs to be replaced, a spare part will be needed. It should be supplied and installed as soon as possible.

We have listed the points to consider when choosing a dishwasher with a conveyor. Considering these items, we can make the right choice and buy the right dishwasher. The industrial dishwasher purchased with the right choice will serve your business for many years.