If you run a bustling bar, a fine dining restaurant, or a cosy café, you likely already know that presentation can say a lot about your business, especially given the competitive nature of the hospitality industry. This element of presentation applies to each and every aspect of your establishment, including your floors, counters, cutlery, and even your glassware.
There are many solutions that can help keep these settings looking pristine, and when it comes to washing glasses, a handy piece of equipment to have is a commercial glasswasher. These devices often work tirelessly behind bars and kitchens to keep glassware spotless and guest-ready in a matter of minutes, helping improve hygiene and customer satisfaction in the process. We’ll look deeper into why this is the case, but first, let’s cover these machines in a bit more detail.
What are Commercial Glasswashers?
Commercial glasswashers are specialised machines which are specifically designed for cleaning glassware. Unlike standard dishwashers, which can handle plates, cutlery, and pots, these devices solely focus on glasses, ensuring a clean that prevents clouding, residue, and breakage.
These appliances have a number of noteworthy features. Firstly, they’re normally quite compact, which makes them ideal for under-the-counter setups. Secondly, they also operate under specific temperature ranges, as the average dishwasher temperature runs the risk of becoming too hot, which could cause thermal shock and shatter the glass. Additionally, these washers can also be quite fast, being able to clean a rack of glasses in as little as 1-3 minutes, making them incredibly efficient.
How Do Commercial Glasswashers Improve Hygiene?
High-Temperature Washing
Despite having measures in place to not wash at excessively hot temperatures, most commercial glasswashers still heat water enough to kill bacteria as well as remove debris and other contaminants.
Built-In Chemical Dosing Systems
Commercial glasswashers can also come with precise automatic dosing systems. These release the right amount of detergent and rinse aid to not only clean glasses but sanitise them as well.
Consistent Wash Quality
Whether it’s the first cycle or the hundredth, a reliable glass washing device should be expected to constantly deliver a uniform clean, leading to hygienic and pristine glasses with each use.
Preventing Cross-Contamination
Another hygiene risk in the hospitality industry is cross-contamination. Commercial glass cleaners are designed to mitigate this risk through several clever design features and functions.
Their internal compartments are sealed to prevent water backflow, and they will usually have separate wash and rinse cycles for maximum cleanliness. As well as this, these machines also offer fast dry times which can reduce the chance of airborne contaminants landing on wet glassware.
How Do Commercial Glasswashers Boost Customer Satisfaction?
Not only can these appliances contribute to a greater standard of hygiene, but they can also improve customer satisfaction through their efficiency and reliability.
Faster Service Times
The average glasswasher can complete a full cycle in around 2 minutes, meaning clean glasses are able to be quickly cleaned and reused, even during busy hours.
Lower Breakage Risks
Washing by hand runs the potential risk of damaging glasses through chipping or breakage caused by excessive force. Commercial units rely on gentle racks and low-impact spray arms, meaning fewer glasses are likely to be broken and more are intact and available to cope with customer demand.
Staff Efficiency Boost
Automated glass washing means that staff have one less thing to focus on. This small change means they can focus more on customer service and spend less time cleaning, which can make a big difference during busy shifts.
End Summary
Commercial glasswashers don’t just help businesses in the hospitality industry meet and maintain impeccable hygiene standards. Whilst appropriate temperatures and consistent washes are a huge plus, these machines can also help companies create better experiences for their guests, boosting customer satisfaction through faster serving times and making staff even more efficient. If you’re still relying on manual washing to keep your glasses clean, then why not invest in a glasswasher? We’re positive that you can benefit from one.
Get an Internal Fit-Out with a Commercial Glasswasher Included
Whether it’s a pub, café, or restaurant, Acme can help deliver entire internal fit-out projects with a team of competent and experienced contractors, helping transform bare interior areas into spaces which are well-designed and fully functional. As part of this service, we can install efficient glasswashers and other high-performance equipment in order to improve hygiene and your customer service standards.
Want to find out more about what we can do for your hospitality environment? If so, please give us a call on 01254 277 999 or email contact@acmefg.com. We’re more than happy to discuss our services with you and guide you through your available options.
