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Glasswashers
Glasswashers are essential for high-volume bar and beverage service, delivering clean glassware in 2–3 minutes per cycle. Built for speed and reliability, they handle pint glasses, wine glasses, and cocktail stemware in busy hospitality environments.
Stock from leading manufacturers like Kobar and Omniwash, all supplied ready for installation in Ireland and across the EU.
Glasswashers are high-speed undercounter machines that clean and rinse drinking glasses in 2–3 minutes per cycle. Essential for bars, hotels, and restaurants requiring rapid glass turnover. Key decision: cycle time, basket capacity, and single-phase or three-phase power availability at your counter.
When selecting a glasswasher, consider cycle time, basket capacity, and power requirements. Most commercial models operate on a standard 13A supply and complete a full wash in under three minutes, keeping up with peak service periods.
Glasswashers are ideal for bars, hotels, restaurants, and function venues where glass turnover is constant. Pair your machine with appropriate basket racks and ensure adequate drainage and water supply at your installation point.
- Cycle time: typically 2–3 minutes for full wash and rinse
- Basket size: ranges from compact 400mm to larger 500mm+ models
- Detergent and rinse-aid consumption: check manufacturer specs for running costs
- Drain and water inlet compatibility with your kitchen layout
- Warranty and after-sales support from Irish suppliers
FREQUENTLY ASKED
Common questions
What cycle time should I expect?▾
Standard commercial glasswashers complete a full wash and rinse cycle in 2 minutes. This allows high-volume throughput during service hours.
Will a glasswasher fit under my bar counter?▾
Most models are undercounter format (400–500mm wide). Measure your bar line width and space height before ordering; dimensions vary by model.
Is single-phase 13A power sufficient?▾
Kobar K350E and K400E models run on standard 13A single-phase. Higher-capacity units like K400MAX require 3KW three-phase supply.
How many glasses does one basket hold?▾
Basket capacity depends on model—check individual product specs. Atlas and Omniwash offer 400–500mm basket widths for typical bar glasses.
What operations is a glasswasher suited to?▾
Bars, pubs, hotels, restaurants, and clubs where glasses are used continuously. Unsuitable for heavily soiled crockery or plates.
Do I need to add detergent and drain plumbing?▾
Yes. Models with detergent pump handle dosing automatically. Ensure water inlet and drain connections are available at your location.