Front-loading dishwasher is a dishwasher that is designed for small cafes and restaurants (where the number of seats is up to 100). To choose the right design, you need to familiarize yourself with the characteristics, advantages and disadvantages of front-facing dishwashers.
Professional dishwashers similar to large-sized home structures, but in terms of characteristics the former are considered better.
The front one can work for several hours without interruption, and washes about 500 dishes in one hour. Machine models vary, and this difference also applies to the power of the heating elements. The duration of the washing process may also vary, but the differences are minor. Front-mounted dishwashers are often used in the following places:
- Cafe;
- Restaurants;
- Canteens;
- Other public catering places.
In a front-loading dishwasher, a special basket is placed. The peculiarity of the equipment is that it must be connected to a 360 volt outlet. And when choosing water, it is better to choose hot water, since it is well suited for disinfecting dishes. If cold is chosen, it is necessary to add chemicals.
In addition, the machine design includes two tables on both sides of the structure. One has a sink built into it, allowing you to clean the plate before cleaning it in the machine, and the other is a regular table for storing already washed dishes.
Advantages and disadvantages of a front-facing machine
U front dishwashers has its advantages and disadvantages. The advantages are as follows:
- It is possible to select a design of a certain size, which will allow the machine to be used in both large and small restaurants;
- Compared to standard household items, a dishwasher is more reliable.
- Very high productivity, allowing you to wash several hundred dishes in one hour;
- Works for a long time without interruption. One wash cycle lasts from 3 to 6 minutes.
The washing mashine has two disadvantages:
- Can only wash plates with a limited diameter;
- To connect the machine, a mains voltage of 360 volts is required.
Frontal and dome dishwashers
These designs have differences. For example, if we compare designs, the domed one:
- Big size;
- The difference is in shape (it is tall);
- High price;
- Shortened wash cycle (1 to 2 minutes);
- He washes not only plates, but also pans and trays.
If the front one is suitable for a restaurant with a maximum of 100 seats, then the dome one is used if their number exceeds 250. It takes up much more space, but is capable of washing more dishes in an hour.
The principle of washing dishes is the same for both types. First the plates are washed and then rinsed.
The choice depends on the use.
Product overview
To take a closer look at front-facing devices, you need to examine the technical specifications of the most popular brands. This will help you make the right choice when purchasing.
Elettrobar Fast 160-2 S
Elettrobar is an Italian brand. The power of this design is 3.5 kW. In 60 minutes it can wash about 40 baskets of dishes. Another important characteristic is that the model is capable of operating at a voltage of 220 Watts. Suitable for washing the following items:
- Dishes;
- Knives;
- Forks;
- Spoons;
- Glasses.
Equipped with a special dispenser where you can add special rinsing agents. The price of the washing mashine is about 1500 dollars. It is in great demand, since one of the advantages of the machine is a good ratio of price (which is considered affordable) and quality.
Silanos N800
Silanos is also an Italian brand. The performance and power consumption of the machine is higher, up to 7 kW. Therefore, this machine is no longer suitable for a voltage of 220 volts, and requires 380. The dimensions of the product are larger than that of the Eletrobar, so it can accommodate large plates (the diameter of which exceeds 40 cm), trays and baking sheets. The machine is often used in cafes, pizzerias and restaurants that specialize in baking. The advantage is a good design, capable of washing a large number of dishes of different sizes in a short time. The disadvantage is the high price, which can exceed $3,000 (twice that of Elettrobar). But there are also cheaper copies whose performance is worse.
VORTMAX FDM 500K
The VORTMAX brand has several manufacturing countries:
- Italy;
- China;
- Spain;
- Greece.
The power of FDM 500K is small - 3.5 kW.Capable of washing up to 30 baskets of dishes per hour. Suitable for washing glasses and small plates, but not intended for trays and baking trays. The control panel is located on the front. The tank is made of stainless steel. Price up to $1,500 (considered quite high for this variety).
Apach AF 500DD
Apach is an Italian brand. The characteristics of the AF 500 DD are similar to the Elettrobar Fast 160-2 S. Power 3.5 kW. It can wash up to 40 baskets of dishes in an hour. Operates at 220 volts. But the demand for this washing mashine is slightly lower. The problem is the price, which is $500 more than the Elettrobar Fast 160-2 S.
Abat MPK-500F
Abat is a Russian brand.
Power MPK-500F 6 kW. Capable of washing up to 40 baskets in an hour. Can wash large plates and trays. Price: 1500 dollars. It is considered low, but the quality of the product is slightly worse when compared with Italian brands. Here the question rather concerns not poor quality, but a huge number of fakes that are made in factories in order to save money. That's why Abat has fewer positive reviews than others.
Smeg STL825A-2
Smeg is also an Italian brand.
Power STL825A-2 – 1.8 kW. It can wash up to 25-30 baskets per hour, but it also works with large dishes. Operates at 220 volts. The price of the product is about $1,300, and is considered quite high.
Each manufacturer has a huge selection of products on the modern market. Above are only examples of the most popular products. For example, from VORTMAX you can find powerful and large-sized designs, the price of which will exceed $3,000. In addition, all of the above products have a boiler installed, which allows the temperature to be heated (the washing efficiency is increased).
