Commercial Dishwashers
A good-quality commercial dishwasher is essential in every professional kitchen. It's indispensable in various food establishments such as restaurants, cafes, hotels, bars and bakeries. Whether it's for cleaning dishes or utensils, it ensures efficient and thorough cleaning. By using the appropriate dishwasher, you can enhance your working efficiency. Maxima offers the ideal dishwasher for any kitchen, designed for intensive use and with a short rinsing time.
A commercial dishwasher is a valuable asset for any professional kitchen, regardless of its size. With a wide range of options available, you can confidently find one that meets your specific needs.
Where are dishwasher machines mostly used?
For smaller establishments such as bars or cafes with limited kitchen space, compact undercounter models and glasswashers are ideal choices.
On the other hand, larger restaurants, large-scale bakeries and even butcheries can benefit from dishwashers designed to handle larger quantities, including plates, pots and pans. In addition to a utensil washer, investing in a pass-through dishwasher is also worth considering as it seamlessly integrates into a dishwashing line.
What kinds of commercial dishwashers does Maxima offer?
Something every professional kitchen has to deal with is an abundance of dishes that always need to be cleaned quickly. However, not all dishes benefit from the same kind of commercial dishwasher, which is why Maxima offers a few different models to choose from, ranging from large to small commercial dishwashers. Check out our:
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Do you have a small business such as a bar or cafe that only uses glassware or is looking to save space? Then a commercial glass washer is an ideal choice for you. Also known as a bar glass washer or pub washer, it's best suited to small spaces like behind a bar or the counter in a cafe or bakery. Although it works mostly as a bar glass washer, it can handle a few dishes as well. These mini dishwashers are ideal for smaller loads and have been specifically designed to prevent glassware from becoming dull and lackluster.
Undercounter dishwasher: for an average amount of dishes
Do you have a lot of dishes in use in your kitchen all the time? Then you need a versatile appliance like an industrial undercounter dishwasher. This front-loading under-counter commercial dishwasher is suitable for glassware as well as plates, cutlery, cups, saucers, utensils and pans.
These small undercounter dishwashers are commonly found in medium-sized food businesses like hotels, restaurants, sports canteens and even the kitchen at local schools and churches. Models are available for 40 x 40cm baskets and 50 x 50cm baskets.
Pass through dishwasher: for large volumes of dishes
A commercial pass-through dishwasher is usually found in bigger catering establishments like hotels, restaurants, hospital canteens and other busy professional kitchens.
To help kitchen employees work efficiently, you can easily connect a pass-through dishwasher table to other stainless steel dishwasher tables. This lets you pre-rinse dishes before they are washed by your industrial pass-through dishwasher.
Utensil washer: for large pots and pans
A commercial utensil washer is usually reserved for big jobs in professional kitchens. Thanks to its large volume, it can clean the bigger catering-sized pots and pans that don't fit in a standard-sized dishwasher. You can put almost anything in it: large bowls, GN trays and other kitchen utensils.
For larger businesses, like restaurants, hotels and event caterers, it helps wash catering-sized pots and pans with ease. It is also suited to specific kinds of food businesses, like bakeries or butcheries, which have specialised tools that need to be efficiently and thoroughly cleaned. Utensil washers are also sometimes called tool washers or pan washers.
Glass and cutlery polishers: for polished glasses and shining silverware
A cutlery polishing machine helps to quickly polish and even disinfect cutlery so it is ready for guests to use. Most professional kitchens don't have the time to do this by hand so investing in a cutlery polisher makes a lot of sense.
What advantages does a professional dishwasher have?
Household dishwashers are designed to have a much longer wash and rinse time than commercial dishwashers. The shortest programme of a standard dishwasher can take up to 30 minutes, while a programme from an industrial dishwasher usually takes just one, two or three minutes. So you can get your plates, glasses and utensils back and ready to use in no time.
Household dishwashers also have a lower washing capacity. They lack the rinsing power of a commercial dishwasher, like the ones found in Maxima’s range. The water jets are stronger and provide better cleaning of stubborn food residue. Maxima's dishwashers are well suited to intensive daily use. Even the nozzles and wash arms are easy to clean.
What to consider when buying an industrial dishwasher
Different kinds of catering companies have different needs. Here are a few tips:
- The size of your kitchen
Dishwashing tables and commercial dishwashers come in various sizes, from half a metre to almost two metres wide. The depth also varies. Do you have a small kitchen? Perhaps look for a compact undercounter model so you can leave enough space for your walking routes. - The washing-up load
Consider the capacity of your dishwasher. How many seats do you have in your restaurant? How many tables do you typically serve on a busy night? The larger the dishwasher, the more dishes you can fit in a single basket and the faster you can wash the next one. - What kind of power supply?
Do you have a normal electrical current or heavy-duty current? For normal electrical currents, you need a 230V machine. For a heavier current, a 400V model is best. It’s also important to check what kind of plug you need to connect the dishwasher to as these can vary with power supply. - Drain location
Before buying a professional dishwasher, look to see where the nearest drain is located in your kitchen. If it is low to the ground, a standard-model dishwasher is sufficient. With a standard model, the water drains downwards. If the drain is higher or further away, you could use a stainless steel stand to sit the dishwasher on or choose one of the bigger models. The larger models include a drainage pump that pumps away the dirty water.
How do you clean a commercial dishwasher?
Most commercial dishwashers consist of stainless steel parts that you can easily detach. That's why you only need a little soap and water.
- First, remove any food residue with a damp cloth.
- Use warm water and soap for the dishwashing table and tap.
- Don't forget to clean the outside and the handle of the dishwasher.
- Empty the dishwasher's filter and rinse it under a tap.
- Turn on the empty dishwasher. Use a descaling agent and a special cleaning agent to clean the inside.
By regularly dismantling and thoroughly cleaning the washing arms and nozzles of the machine, you prevent blockages and limescales. The filter in the dishwasher should be emptied regularly and make sure you also keep the edges of the door clean.
Maxima's refurbished equipment
Even though all our machines are priced competitively, we also offer refurbished items for sale at a reduced price. These machines may have been demo models or returns, which are usually sent back as a precaution when the packaging has been slightly damaged during transport. You can get a second-hand commercial dishwasher that has been thoroughly tested by our technical department at an even lower price. Browse our
to find your new second-hand commercial dishwasher today.