Catering equipment supplier Hobart is reintroducing its global first Two Level Washer and is unveiling a toolkit of innovative products intended to support operators as the UK’s circular economy, and specifically the usage of reusable plastics, continues to become more prominent.
Previewed across Europe in late 2019 as ‘the warewasher of the future’, with an initial UK launch stalled by the pandemic, but still able to scoop two coveted awards in that time, the Two Level Washer sits in its own unique category.
It has been developed by Hobart’s team of experts at the manufacturer’s research and development centre following an extensive ‘customer-back’ innovation programme – evolving the machine through continuous operator engagement.
Designed to address challenges facing operators in all sizes of commercial kitchens, the product can help businesses improve kitchen efficiency and workflow.
The labour-saving innovation boasts an additional stacked wash chamber, doubling the capacity of a conventional hood-type washer and washing up to 120 racks per hour.
When space is limited and maximum output is required, the machine doubles the capacity and productivity of a conventional dishwasher within the same footprint as a single hood type.
During lower periods of demand the bottom chamber can be disabled to minimise energy consumption and then re-enabled when there is a requirement for higher volumes – helping kitchens keep up with fluctuations in customer footfall.
With the option to use the lower chamber as a dedicated utensil washer or as a standard dishwasher, the Two Level Washer helps meet the demands of both front and back-of-house teams by washing different types of ware simultaneously.
The firm’s GENIUS X² filtration system and Interlocked Strainer prevent food soiling from entering the main wash chamber, which reduces detergent consumption, while the Smart Connect App and USB port allow for remote programming and performance monitoring.
Improved service and diagnosis deliver a higher first-time fix rate, with the machine’s higher capacity functionality meaning fewer wash cycle, which in turn reduces maintenance costs.
An energy efficient, insulated, four-sided hood retains heat and sound energy within the machine and improves the working environment, while also removing the need for expensive extraction canopies.
Improved wash results are achieved with a 35% reduction in detergent usage as the SENSO-ACTIVE system constantly monitors and ensures the water quality, reducing the need to drain and re-fill the machine.
The dedicated hygiene cycle improves machine maintenance and keeps the machine fresh.
Meanwhile, the manufacturer’s cutting-edge research and development programme, allied to its dedication to sustainability, has enabled it to produce an effective and hygienic reusable plastic washing and drying solutions for all sizes of operation – from the smallest cafés to the largest stadiums.
Hobart has developed a unique HYLINE Rinse Aid that provides superior drying performance for plastic cups, cutlery, and dishes.
Ordinarily, plastics would come out of the machine moist and dripping with water. Not only does the Rinse Aid negate this, it does so completely hygienically – offering customers ultimate peace of mind – while saving on costly and laborious drying and stacking time.
The company has also developed bespoke racking systems designed to keep lightweight plastics in place.
From undercounter machines with innovative Top Dry functionality that keeps heat energy within the machine, through to tabletop dryers with hood machines and flight type dishwashers, there is a Hobart machine purpose-built to help every operator keep pace with the rise of reusables.
