Commercial Pass-through dishwashers are also known as hood or upright dishwashers. Typically they are floor mounted and located with stainless steel entry and exit or outlet benches either side in the ware-washing area of your kitchen. The dishwasher entry bench should include either single or double sinks. It is also a good idea to consider the use of a pre-rinse arm at this sink.
The speed of commercial units also requires a higher power input so make sure that you have the additional power available for use in your kitchen.
Things to look for when buying a commercial pass through dishwasher
When buying or replacing a pass through dishwasher there are several key factors to consider. Better model dishwashers will save you money and help save the environment as well.
The first thing to consider is that councils require a condensation hood over any pass through dishwasher and this can be an expensive option. Most of the dishwasher suppliers have a steam heat recovery condensor which significantly reduces the steam emitted during the wash cycle. This style machine also uses the captured steam to heat the water for the next cycle. They are typically cold water supply so they do not draw on your hot water supply. Saving you a significant amount of money over the life cycle of the machine.
Water Consumption: gone are the days when dishwashers use 7 or more litres per wash cycle. These days you should expect your dishwasher to use between 2.5 to 4.0 litres per cycle, reducing the demand on your hot water service. Make sure that you buy a re-circulating style dishwasher, every manufacturer has one available.
Detergent: the less water the dishwasher uses the less the need for detergents, also saving you money.
Wash Pump Capacity: The greater the wash pump capacity the greater the ability to wash and clean your dishes.
Power Requirements: generally upright dishwashers require a 3 phase power supply, although most manufacturers also have a model available that will operate on single phase power, usually 25 amps. An electrician will be required to upgrade the power supply and to do the connection.
Hot Water Supply: pass through dishwashers come with a flexible pipe to attach to your hot water supply. Generally these pipes are about 1 metre in length.
Drainage: Careful consideration should be given to the plumbing requirement of your premises. Some upright dishwashers have a gravity or overflow drain style operation, although it is becoming more popular that they have their own pump out drain.
Sanitising: 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. With the advent of Covid, sanitising and sterilisation have become more important so when buying a new hood type dishwasher look for both a rinse pump and the highest preset rinse temperatures.
Dimensions: pass through dishwashers come in three basic sizes, small, medium and large. These days however, 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 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 or new replacement benches.
Who uses Commercial Dishwashers
Restaurants, cafes, clubs, take-aways, offices, canteens, school canteens, hospitality classes, kindergartens, child daycare facilities, hospitals, nursing homes.
Brands of Pass Through Dishwashers in Australia
Sydney Commercial Kitchens are able to supply dishwashers from the following brands Adler, Classeq, Comenda, Electrolux, Eswood, Fagor, Hobart, Meiko, Smeg, Washtech, Wexiodisk and Winterhalter.
