With energy prices high and performance non-negotiable, choosing new laundry equipment for your business can be a daunting task. Not only will you want to strike a balance between cost and performance, but you also need to consider future-proofing and sustainability targets.
Little wonder, then, that cheaper, energy-efficient domestic machines offer a tempting alternative. But are domestic machines really the answer to energy savings? We explore why, despite the attractive headlines, buying non-professional equipment can be a false economy.
Commercial equipment copes with greater demand
Your businesses machines are likely to see more use than anything you have at home. In some cases, in fact, they may even need to work around the clock. This means durability, efficiency and performance are vital – and that compromising could lead to more expense down the line.
A well-maintained and serviced commercial washing machine, for instance, and you should expect more than a decade of near-continuous use, thanks to its robust design and build quality.
Run a domestic machine at the same frequency, and it’ll last nowhere near as long, and likely cost you a lot more in repairs and maintenance. And that’s before you consider their washing performance and general energy efficiency.
Commercial equipment is optimised to save energy
Innovations in commercial washing machine technology ensures they are optimised and use less water and electricity. Continuous improvements over decades ensure they now use less water and electricity than previous models.
Also, commercial washing machines are usually much larger than domestic ones, and when it comes to the likes of care homes or hotels for example, scale is everything. These higher capacity machines often mean fewer loads are required subsequently help to reduce energy and water bills further.
Commercial equipment is more likely to meet regulations
If you’re working in the social care sector, maintaining hygiene is your first priority when it comes to protecting residents, patients and staff. In our view, this is the best reason to buy commercial equipment that helps you meet your legal obligations to social care sectors through thermal disinfection.
Commercial detergents and consumables are specifically designed for commercial use
When you managing a high-volume linen laundry, you’ll know that detergents and cleaning agents need to keep up. Use cheaper domestic-focused products, and it’s far more likely that you’ll need to repeat a cycle – costing your staff time, wasting valuable energy, and driving up your utility bills.
Domestic detergents can even cause excessive foaming in larger commercial machines, affecting wash quality, and potentially damaging your machine. In turn, you might have to contend with costly downtime or, in the worst-case scenario, expensive repairs.
Commercial detergents, on the other hand, are formulated to cope with the higher demands of a professional setup, and will help to prolong the performance and lifespan of your equipment.
Contact us today for help and advice with your laundry equipment.