Glasswashers

Glasswashers — a glasswasher in a bar or café is not a luxury, but a prerequisite for efficient operation; without one, bartenders spend a disproportionate amount of time washing glasses, leaving less time for serving customers and preparing cocktails.

Glasswasher operating principles and benefits

Glasswashers — a glasswasher is designed specifically for gentle washing of glassware. Lower water pressure — the water pressure in a glasswasher is lower than in a standard dishwasher; high pressure can hit glasses and cause micro-cracks; gentler washing extends the lifespan of glasses. Shorter washing cycle — 60–120 seconds, compared to 2–3 minutes for manual washing by a bartender; a bar can experience high glass turnover; 20–40 glasses per rack; see Dishwashing Machines. Spot-free — the right combination of water softener and rinse aid ensures glasses are free of limescale spots; a clean glass is the standard in a professional bar. Compact size — a standard glasswasher fits under a bar counter; operated by the bartender themselves; no separate washing area is needed.

Glasswasher usage scenarios

Glasswashers — a glasswasher is essential in many HoReCa sector businesses. Bar with high cocktail turnover — each cocktail uses 1–3 glasses; during an evening shift, there can be 100–300 glasses; a glasswasher frees the bartender from washing; faster service pace. Wine bar or tasting room — wine glasses are fragile and expensive; manual washing is risky; the machine ensures gentle yet effective washing; see Hood-Type Dishwashers. Café with high cup turnover — espresso cups, cappuccino cups, latte glasses; a glasswasher also handles cups efficiently; reduces hygiene risks compared to manual washing. Fuel station coffee zone — at a fuel station with high coffee turnover, a glasswasher is an effective solution.

Water softener and rinse aid

Glasswashers — two additional products are critical for glasswasher operation. Water softener — water is hard; limescale on glasses forms white flakes; a water softener in a glasswasher is mandatory; without it, the result is spotted glasses and a damaged machine; see Dishwashing Machines. Rinse aid — added in the final rinse phase, rinse aid reduces water surface tension; water drains faster; the glass dries without spots. Specialised detergents for glasses — glasswashers use lower-concentration detergents that do not produce foam and do not clog sprayers. Regular disinfection — a weekly disinfection cycle prevents bacteria and mould build-up inside.

Glasswasher maintenance and operation

Glasswashers — regular maintenance ensures consistent results and a long service life. Daily cleaning — after each shift, the machine’s interior must be emptied of washing water; internal sprayers and filters must be washed; this procedure takes 5–10 minutes. Filter cleaning — the food residue filter must be cleaned after each shift or more frequently; a clogged filter reduces water flow and washing quality; see Professional Dishwashers. Descaling — once a week or twice a month, a descaling procedure with a special agent; prevents limescale build-up on heating elements and sprayers.

Frequently asked questions

Can plates and regular dishes also be washed in a glasswasher? Glasswashers — yes, but a glasswasher is optimised for glassware; for washing plates and large dishes, a front-loading or hood-type machine is more suitable; a glasswasher’s rack size usually only accommodates glasses and cups; contact BHS; see Hood-Type Dishwashers.

How many glasses can a glasswasher wash per hour? Glasswashers — a medium glasswasher with a 90-second cycle and 20 glasses per rack can process 600–800 glasses per hour; the exact number depends on the model and rack size; contact BHS; see Professional Dishwashers.

Why choose BHS?

BHS – Baltic HoReCa Solutions supplies professional equipment for restaurants, cafés, hotels and canteens: more than 20,000 products from many manufacturers. Our specialists help you choose the right equipment and spare parts for your kitchen or bar.

Delivery

We deliver across the European Union. Delivery time and cost depend on the order volume and destination — contact the BHS team for an exact price and lead time.