Warewashing

At Active we have a sound relationship with Washtech warewashing systems who have a great range of warewashing products including dishwashers and glasswashers that combine dependable operation, excellent results and a very competitive price tag.

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The company was originally founded in 1981 by Des and Gary Brent in Auckland, New Zealand. After spotting a new opportunity they released their first machine, an undercounter dishwasher, branded Starline. Subsequently the product range was extended to include glasswashers, all types of commercial dishwashers, potwashers and industrial washing machines. In 1989 they entered the Australian market with the new Washtech brand. A base in Brisbane was established from which to distribute. In 1993 Washtech gained ISO 9001 certification, which it has maintained ever since. Now, as the largest manufacturer of professional wash equipment in Australasia, Washtech can proudly look back on more than 25 years building robust, efficient and reliable equipment.

Welcome to Washtech...

"We may be the only diners in restaurants who check the cleanliness of the plate first, and then the food. It’s this attention to detail and our passion for what we do that has produced robust, functional and reliable machines, and led to Washtech becoming an ISO9001 certified manufacturer.

Washtech machines lead the industry with a smart combination of long product life, cost effectiveness, efficient operation and stunning cleaning results, time and time again. We deliver outstanding post sale warranty and maintenance in the market with our national network of skilled technicians.

That’s just half the story though. Our company ethos is built around delivering simple effective design, ease of servicing, long-term parts availability and the most efficient machine operation. In short, we do anything and everything that’s required for Washtech machines to outperform and outlast the competition. We think you’ll find that definitely worth a closer look."

From glasswashers to rack conveyor dishwashers, the range has been developed to meet the requirements of their diverse client base. With simple controls our machines are easy to use. They wash extremely well and are highly energy efficient. Robust and easy to service, they also last an incredibly long time. It’s not simply a matter of ensuring the ‘big picture’ details are right however. Look past the surface and you’ll find a host of unique strengths that only Washtech can provide to your business.

QUALITY FROM THE INSIDE OUT
The machines are handmade, fully-welded and offer consistently thick and durable stainless steel tank construction. The unique copper rinse tanks are designed to withstand even the harshest water conditions. We know that the entire machine must deliver consistent quality. So in most models almost all wash-distribution components are stainless steel, and the multiple filtration systems ensure the best separation of soils from wash water.

HIGH PERFORMANCE
Washtech machines typically contain the most powerful wash pumps in their category to ensure high performance. Bigger pumps deliver higher volumes of wash water via computer designed and positioned wash jets. This ensures faster clean up times and minimises rewash. Many Washtech models are also one touch multi-cycle, to provide longer cycle options for more highly soiled washware without using any more water per cycle.

EASY TO USE
Easy installation and service have always been strong design considerations at Washtech. We build to standard local dimensions, footprints and connections. All pass-through machines incorporate a light action door with auto-start, so the machine starts automatically on closing the door. The one touch feature on our multicycle undercounter machines is a great performance enhancer. The machine can be started in any of the three cycle options by pushing a single button. This encourages use of the longest cycle whenever possible to get best results. When things get really busy faster cycles can be selected without having to adjust a cycle selector.

EASY TO CLEAN
Most of our machines have multiple filtration systems for superior wash performance and to make  and scrap trays allowing waste to collect where it’s easier to reach and remove. Most machines also include a number of other Fast-Clean features for the easiest ongoing cleaning work.

BUILT TO LAST
Copper rinse boilers are another example of our commitment to quality and long machine life. While copper tanks are more expensive than stainless (and have to be handcrafted), they’re far more durable in hard water conditions. Extra strong doors; our undercounter machines take a beating in the daily grind of the kitchen. So we ensure they can take the knocks. Then there’s the highest quality hoods. In passthrough models like the M2 our hoods are legendary. Light to lift? They’re the lightest in the industry. Balanced? Perfectly, so there’s no stress placed on the hoods when being lifted. This makes them especially easy to use, particularly in corner situations where one-hand operation is vital. Because they aren’t cantilevered or stressed the hoods last far, far longer.

THE BEST SERVICE
Electromechanical controls are now more expensive. But they are easily understood and repaired wherever you are. We use many common components throughout our product range, so your service provider is likely to have the part required. All our product information, including service and parts diagrams, is available on-line to make it easier for your service provider to keep you running 24:7.

THE IMPORTANCE OF SUSTAINABLE DESIGN                                                                                        You don’t need a crystal ball to see that the hospitality industry will continue to demand products that are energy efficient and designed with sustainability in mind. That’s why we ensure our technology consumes the minimum amount of water required to deliver perfectly washed and rinsed glasses, dishes and cutlery. There are a number of different reasons why reducing water consumption is crucial to efficiency. All of the water used must be heated to temperatures adequate to wash well and sanitise effectively during the final hot rinse. Chemicals, such as detergent and rinse aid are vital to overall performance, and the consumption of these depends on water volumes. All the water, energy and chemicals go down the drain, and there are increasing charges for water discharge too. So every drop saved represents savings beyond the actual water. And it’s not just water that’s a precious resource.

Sound environmental manufacturing policies are all very well, but of little value if products don’t last long. So everything that goes into producing and servicing Washtech systems ensures that a long product lifecycle can be delivered. This means robust construction, careful selection and commonisation of components, simple control systems, ease of servicing and long term parts support. It also means using thicker stainless steel than our competitors, and more stainless parts, even where you can’t see them, throughout the machine . The ‘throwaway culture’ is over. We build our machines to last.