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Dishwashers
Glasswashers
Combi Ovens
Ice Makers

Combi Ovens

What is a combi oven?

Combi ovens combine steam cooking, convection cooking and a combination of the two, hence the name.

Benefits

There are many benefits for the hospitality operator in owning a combi-steam oven:

Improved results

your food is more flavoursome and there is no cross contamination of flavours

Savings

There are two main areas of savings

Food costs

Combi-steamer ovens provide a better cooking environment which dramatically reduces food shrinkage during the cooking process. If you are currently cooking in a static or convection oven, your shrinkage on roast beef would be about 30 percent. This means that if you start with 3 kgs of meat your finished product weighs only 2 kgs.

Now if you are paying $10.00 per kilo for meat the real cost is $15.00 per kilo after cooking.

Combi-steamer ovens can reduce this shrinkage to as little as 5 to 10 percent depending on how you use the oven. Your savings potential here, on an annual basis, is enormous.

Wages

Combi-steamer ovens allow you to prepare weekend food during week, at less costly wage rates. On the weekend you simply require someone to use the regeneration facility to re-heat the food. Potential savings are again enormous.

Better Product

When used correctly, your meats will be more tender, your vegetables more flavoursome and your results generally better.

Standardised performance

If you buy the more expensive programmable combi's one of the great benefits is that you can have standardised results for every meal produced in your kitchen, from executive chef to apprentice or weekend cook.

Re-generation capability

Prepare your weekend meals during the latter part of the working week and use the regeneration facility to reheat these meals, saving your business money on wages without sacrificing food quality.

Occupational Health and Safety Issues

Lifting and carrying large heavy pots of boiling water is a thing of the past with combi's. You can now produce the same food with better results in combi's.

How to size the correct combi oven for your establishment

Just scroll down until you find the appropriate number of covers for your establishment, then across the line to see your choices. Sydney Commercial Kitchens sells all of these models at competitive pricing, Australia wide.

No. of Meals	Combi Size	Convotherm Model	Angelo Po Model
30 - 40	4 Tray	-	FCV4E
40 - 60	6 Tray	OES 6.10 or OEB 6.10	FM611E1, E2 or E3
60-100	10 Tray	OES 10.10 or OEB 10.10	FM1011E1, E2 or E3
100-200	20-24 Tray	OES 10.20 or OEB 10.20	FM1221E3

There are three types of combi-steam ovens available:

1. Boiler based combi ovens

A steam generator injects the steam directly into the oven chamber. They are available in either gas or electric, though electric is by far the most popular. This style combi is the more expensive of the two.

2. Direct water injection combi steamers

Steam is manufactured by injecting water directly onto the element. The steam is generated in the oven chamber itself.

3. 'Closed' system combi steamers

Controls the amount of steam generated - ultimately this system will save you a lot of money. With conventional technology steam escaping from the oven chamber needs to be continually replaced to reach the pre-set amount of moisture. The patented 'Closed' system allows the amount of steam used to be tailored to the type of food. Only the amount of moisture absorbed by the food needs to be replaced.

Also available on convotherm combi ovens as an option is the cleaning system. This must be ordered with the combi and cannot be retro fitted.

Dishwashers

How to size the correct dishwasher for your establishment

Just scroll down until you find the appropriate number of covers for your establishment, then across the line to see your choices. Sydney Commercial Kitchens sells all of these models at competitive pricing, Australia wide.

No. of Meals	Dishwasher	Washtech Model	Angelo Po Model	Eswood Model
30	Undercounter	GMD or GLV	-	B42P
30-60	Undercounter	UE or UD	LF50EM	UC-25
30-60	Pass Through	M1	-	ES-25
60-130	Pass Through	M2 or ME	K100AUS	ES-32
120-200	Pass Through	AL	KD100	ES-50
200-300	Rack Conveyor	CD100	-	ES-100
260-400	Rack Conveyor	CD150	-	ES-150
370-600	Rack Conveyor	CD200	-	ES-220

Under bench dishwasher characteristics

Things to look for

When buying or replacing an undercounter dishwasher there are several factors to consider.

Water Consumption - gone are the days when dishwashers use 7 or more litres per wash cycle, reducing the demand on your hot water service. These days you should expect your dishwasher to use between 2.5 to 3.5 litres per cycle.
Detergent - the less water the dishwasher uses the less the requirement for detergents, saving you money.
Power requirements - most under bench dishwashers require 15 amps single phase power supply. If you are replacing an older model dishwasher you will need to check because many only needed 10 amps previously. An electrician will be required to upgrade the power supply.

Currently dishwashers are required to have a low temperature cutout switch. Until the water has reached the required temperature for the rinse cycle the dishwasher will continue to wash. Some people, rather than employing an electrician, simply cut off the existing 15 amp plug and replace it with a new 10 amp plug. If you do this your dishwasher will never worked properly.
Dimensions - not all new under bench dishwashers fit under the standard bench top height of 900 mm. This is because there is normally a 50 mm profile edge so your dishwasher should have a height of less than 850 mm. If in doubt check the measurement with your stainless steel provider.
Drainage - Careful consideration should be given to the plumbing requirement of your premises. Under bench dishwashers come in two styles - gravity drain or drain pump. Many premises are unsuitable for gravity drain dishwashers.

Make	Model	Rack Size [mm]	Wash Cycles	Power	Water use Lt/cycle	Drain	Dimensions [W] x [D] x [H]
Washtech	GMD	435 x 435	2 mins	15 amps	2.5 Lt	Gravity	535 x 575 x 825
Washtech	GLV	435 x 435	1, 2 & 3 mins	15 amps	3.0 Lt	Pump	535 x 600 x 940
Washtech	UE	500 x 500	2 mins	15 amps	3.0 Lt	Gravity	600 x 665 x 840
Washtech	UD	500 x 500	1, 2 & 3 mins	15 amps	3.0 Lt	Pump	600 x 640 x 840
Angelo Po	LF50EM	500 x 500	2 & 3 mins	15 amps	2.5 Lt	Pump	580 x 610 x 815
Eswood	B42P	400 x 400	60/150 secs	15 amps	2.5 Lt	Gravity	500 x 550 x 870
Eswood	UC-25	500 x 500	60/150 secs	15 amps	3.5 Lt	Gravity	600 x 630 x 870
Eswood	UC-25DP	500 x 500	60/150 secs	15 amps	3.5 Lt	Pump	600 x 630 x 870

Pass through dishwashers

Things to look for

When buying or replacing a pass through dishwasher there are several factors to consider.

Water Consumption - Look for dishwashers that have a lower water consumption. Once again, the lower the water usage the lower the detergent consumption.

Wash Pump capacity - The greater the wash pump capacity the greater the ability to wash your dishes

Power Requirements - Pass through dishwashers are available in both 15 amp single phase and 3 phase. The general rule here is the busier your establishment, the more dishes you need to wash, the greater the need for a fast recovery in the water temperature. The faster the recovery the greater the power requirement.

Dimensions - pass through dishwashers come in three basic sizes, small, medium and large. These days though there are a number of imported European dishwashers on the Australian market and their sizing differs from the normal. If you are establishing a new premises this is not a problem, but be aware, if you are replacing your existing dishwasher and the sizing is different then you may be up for the cost of alterations to your stainless steel benchwork.

Make	Model	Rack Size	Wash Cycles	Power	Water Usage Lt/cycle	Wash Pump Capacity Lt/Min	Dimensions [W] x [D] x [H]
Washtech	M1	400 x 400	1, 2 & 3 mins	240/50/1 25 amps [3 phase available]	3 Lt	210 Lt	520 x 540 x 1380
Washtech	ME	500 x 500	2 mins	240/50/1 15 amps	3 Lt	350 Lt	605 x 630 x 1430
Washtech	M2	500 x 500	1, 2 & 3 mins	240/50/1 25 amps [3 phase available]	3 Lt	350 Lt	605 x 630 x 1430
Washtech	AL	500 x 500	40, 60 & 90 secs	415/50/3 +N+E 20 amps	3 Lt	800L	650 x 670 x 1475
Angelo Po	K100AUS	500 x 500	1, 2 & 3 mins	415/50/3N 6.9 kW	2.5 Lt	400 Lt	680 x 770 x 1440
Angelo Po	KD100	500 x 500	1, 2 & 3 mins	415/50/3N 6.9 kW	2.5 Lt	700 Lt	680 x 770 x 1480
Eswood	ES-25	500 x 500	105 secs	240/50/1 3.5 kW	3.5 Lt	310 Lt	595 x 600 x 1375
Eswood	ES-32	500 x 500	60 & 75 secs	415/50/3N 9.5kW	3.5 Lt	400 Lt	595 x 600 x 1375
Eswood	Es-50	500 x 500	60, 80 & 100 secs	415/50/3N 10.3kW	4 Lt	700 Lt	640 x 640 x 1445

Glasswashers

Glass washers, like dishwashers come in all shapes and sizes. When purchasing a new glass washer you would be advised to compare:

Electrical: your current electrical supply with the requirement of the new machine.
Water: usage varies between 2.5 - 7.0 litres/cycle. You will need to determine how much hot water you have available through your hot water supply and then match that to the needs of your business.
Rack size: If the rack size is different to the racks that you currently have and they don't fit inside the new machine it may be an expensive addition to buy more racks and even replace the rack storage system.

Following is a comparison chart of Washtech, Angelo Po and Eswood Glass Washers. Sydney Commercial Kitchens sells and recommends all of these excellent products at highly competitive prices, Australia wide.

Make	Model	Rack Size	Wash Cycles	Power	Water use Lt/cycle	Cold Water Rinse	Dimensions [W] x [D] x [H]
Washtech	GE	435 x 435	60 secs	15 amps	7.0 Lt - Non Recirculating	Yes	520 x 600 x 750
Washtech	GA	435 x 435	60 secs	15 amps	7.0 Lt - Non Recirculating	Yes	640 x 590 x 800
Washtech	GM	435 x 435	60 secs	15 amps	2.5 Lt - Recirculating	No	560 x 600 x 830
Angelo Po	LT25F	375 x 375	2 min	15 amps	2.5 Lt - Recirculating	No	450 x 520 x 595
Eswood	CI-3B	14" X 17"	30 secs	15 amps	6.0 Lt - Non Recirculating	Yes	500 x 515 x 560
Eswood	IW-3 Deluxe	14" X 17"	30 secs	15 amps	7 Lt - Non Recirculating	Yes	500 x 510 x 890
Eswood	B42G	400 x 400	1-2.5 mins variable	15 amps	2.5 Lt - Non Recirculating	Yes	500 x 550 x 870

Benefits of Recirculating Glass Washers

60 Litres of wash water per cycle versus 4 Litres
Less water usage 2.5 Litres versus 7.0 Litres per cycle
Less water heating at the cylinder and machine
Less chemical usage
Better results

Operational Cost Savings

Recirculating Glass Washers [Washtech Model GM]		Non-Recirculating Glass Washers [Washtech Model GE]
Power costs per kW hour Cost of water per cubic metre Waste water discharge cost/cubic mtr Number of fills per day Number of cycles per day Water usage per fill Litres Water usage per cycle Litres Water usage per day Litres kW/hr to heat 1 Litre of water to 70C Total water heating cost per cycle Total water heating cost per fill Total water heating cost per day Cost of water per day Cost of waste water discharge per day Costs of Detergent Costs of detergent per 20 Litres Detergent concentration % Litres detergent per day Detergent cost per day Labour Content Hourly rate Load and unload time per cycle in mins Time in hours per cycle Time in hours per day Total labour cost per day	$0.13 $2.16 $0.00 1 50 15 3 165 0.093 $0.04 $0.18 $2.00 $0.36 $0.00 $90.00 0.30% 0.495 $2.23 $10.00 1.0 0.02 0.83 $8.33	Power costs per kW hour Cost of water per cubic metre Waste water discharge cost/cubic mtr Number of fills per day Number of cycles per day Water usage per fill Litres Water usage per cycle Litres Water usage per day Litres kW/hr to heat 1 Litre of water to 70C Total water heating cost per cycle Total water heating cost per fill Total water heating cost per day Cost of water per day Cost of waste water discharge per day Costs of Detergent Costs of detergent per 20 Litres Detergent concentration % Litres detergent per day Detergent cost per day Labour Content Hourly rate Load and unload time per cycle in mins Time in hours per cycle Time in hours per day Total labour cost per day	$0.13 $2.16 $0.00 1 50 0 7 350 0.093 $0.09 $0.00 $4.25 $0.76 $0.00 $90.00 0.30% 1.05 $4.73 $10.00 1.0 0.02 0.83 $8.33
Total Cost per Day	$12.92	Total Cost per Day	$18.07

Days per Year Machine in Use	320
Annual Cost Difference	$1,646.32

This calculation is for comparison purposes only.

Ice Makers

Air Cooled

All the ice makers advertised on this website are sold standard as air cooled. You should ensure that the room or area where the ice maker is positioned is well ventilated to the side and rear of the machine. Minimum clearance of 100 mm from the back wall and both sides is required. Water cooled ice machines are also available in most models, please specify when ordering.

Production Capacity

Production capacities specified on the website are based on standard water tempersture of between 10C and 21C ambient temperature.

Production capacities are also based on maximum ambient air temperatures of less than 38 C. For areas with a higher ambient temperature production capacity is reduced.

How to Pick the Right Ice Macine for your Business

1. Restaurants & Cafe's

Number of Covers	Cafe's	Restaurants
30	ICE 1	ICE 1
50	ICE 1	ICE 2
75	ICE 2	ICE 3
100	ICE 3	ACM105
125	ACM105	ACS125
150	ACS125	ACS175
200+	ACS175	ACS225
300+	ACS225	MVH300

2. Hotels & Clubs

Number of Patrons - Busiest Period	Hotels	Clubs
Less than 200	ACS175	ACS175
200	ACS225	ACS225
300	MVH300	MVH300
500	MVH450	MVH450
800	MVH600	MVH600
1300+	MVH1000	MVH1000

3. Nursing Homes & Hospitals

Number of Beds	Nursing Homes	Hospitals
20	ICE 2	ICE 2
50	ICE 3	ICE 3
90	ACM105	ACM105
120	ACS125	ACS125
180	ACS175	ACS175
200+	ACS225	ACS225

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