A LANDMARK IN LAUNDRY INSTALLATION
In order to install a new washer in the London Landmark Hotel, Girbau needed to act quickly to replace the old model in a challenging and complex switch.
The luxury 5-star Landmark London hotel recently took delivery of a new Girbau HS-6057 washer for its basement on-premise laundry. Delivery and installation of the new machine involved a finely-tuned operation using specialist lifting equipment and manoeuvring through gaps with no more than inches to spare.
The London Landmark Hotel is adjacent to Marylebone railway station and combines classic British elegance with deluxe facilities including 300 guest rooms, a luxurious spa and health club, gymnasium and 15m swimming pool. While laundry flatwork is outsourced, the hotel’s on-premises laundry processes all towels and towelling including robes, slippers and face cloths. It also handles staff uniforms and guest work.
The new 57-63kg capacity Girbau HS-6057 washer replaces a 55kg machine which had reached the end of its working life. The laundry operates every day of the year and Girbau was able to install the new machine in just a five-hour window at the weekend, in order to keep disruption to a minimum. A delivery truck with HIAB crane was used to lift and then lower the washer carefully through a basement window. A section of firewall had to be temporarily removed and replaced as the washer was carefully manoeuvred into place, before being connected to services and commissioned.
Geraldine Maursy, Director of Accommodation at The Landmark, London, said: “We were very impressed with how well Girbau managed the complex installation of our new washer. We are very busy here and they told us exactly how, when and where it would be done. The installation team were very professional throughout and we are very pleased.”
Margaret Benisz-Kaggwa, Laundry Manager at The Landmark has already noticed how much more
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“Girbau was able to install the new machine in just a five-hour window at the weekend, in order
to keep disruption to a minimum.”
smoothly and quietly the new washer operates, and highlights the advantages of the machine’s EASYLOAD function. Margaret commented: “EASYLOAD makes the machine easy to load and unload, reducing the manual effort required and lessening the wear on fabrics as they are pulled out of the machine.”
Girbau HS 6 Series washers can spin at speeds of up to 1,000rpm to create water extraction forces of up to 400G. Depending on the fabrics being cleaned, this means residual moisture after washing can be less than 50%, which in turn means faster drying and further energy savings. G-Drive,
The Landmark London chose Girbau UK for:
• Swift, efficient and meticulous installation
• Quiet and efficient machines
• Ergonomic and labour-saving EASYLOAD function
• Girbau equipment reliability and long life
• Dealing direct with the manufacturer
Girbau’s exclusive control and communication system linking the inverter, motor and microprocessor ensures accurate balance even at high speeds for quieter operation, reduced vibration and longer machine life. Girbau’s unique Care Touch Drum prolongs linen life and optimises water extraction.
In common with all other models in the Girbau HS Series, the HS-6057 is on the Water Technology List. This means it is very water efficient and businesses purchasing new machines can benefit from 100% tax relief under the UK Government’s Enhanced Capital Allowance Scheme.
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