Sustainability doesn’t have to cost the earth SUPPLIER ARTICLE HOBART
A host of energy smart machines and new finance packages mean there’s no excuse not to buy green, says Tim Bender, sales director at Hobart Warewashing UK
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suggesting that some 50% of end-users blame cost for not purchasing greener kitchen equipment. We know first- hand the many challenges that food busi- nesses face, whether it’s staff shortages, rents, energy costs, or otherwise, yet operating sus- tainably can no longer be just an afterthought for caterers, it’s now the responsibility of us all. If correctly specified to the unique require- ments of a site, the right equipment can bring tangible financial rewards in the form of lower water and energy costs, less machine down- time and greater operational longevity. Put simply, when it comes to kitchen equip- ment and being green, cost should never be an obstacle. That’s why, for the past 12 months, we have been consulting with trusted distribu- tor partners to bring about a wave of new flexible interest-free finance plans (a three-/ five-year contract rental and an extended 18-/24-month interest-free option joining a pre-existing 12-month interest-free deal) offer- ing businesses the freedom to spread the cost of new equipment and manage cash flow in a much more effective manner. Introducing longer, interest-free payment terms will not only mean more kitchens can benefit, but those that do adopt the plans will undoubtedly be able to afford the high-spec machine they require as opposed to settling for the one they think they can afford. Upgrad- ing to state-of-the-art equipment such as our new undercounter range, for instance, can also have far-reaching benefits for utility usage and operational longevity. After previewing the new machines at trade events across Europe, our new generation of smart undercounter warewashers are now available on 0% finance through our UK-wide network of dealer partners.
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The new glass and dishwasher models benefit from four key innovations: WashSmart lets operators monitor the integral functionality of the new undercounter machines at the touch of a button, making it simpler to monitor levels of detergent and water in real time and determine overall oper- ating costs. Operators can also download an instant hygiene report, request a quote, order necessary consumables and receive error reports for any machine breakdowns. A new TOP-DRY drying function helps to eradicate the laborious and time-consuming hand-drying process by producing perfectly dry ware straight from the dishwasher. Once the washing process is complete, the humid air is converted using a hydro-thermal energy storage system and then re-introduced into the wash chamber as hot drying air.
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making the machines ideal for front-of-house. Finally, a new VISIOTRONIC-TOUCH con- trol drastically simplifies the functionality of the machine with a display that visualises all important information using both text and symbols. As a result, programmes can be easily selected and settings adjusted. I urge any outlet concerned that they can’t achieve the machine they require for the job in hand to contact us at gogreenwithhobart@
hobartuk.com or tweet us at #gogreen to @HobartUKWW and we’ll come back with a solution. We’re supremely confident there is an option to suit every business.
Tim Bender
A brand new VAPOSTOP² function puts an end to clouds of steam generated when the machine door opens. VAPOSTOP² uses a ven- tilation system to extract the hot 60°C waste steam from the inside of the machine, thereby preventing it from escaping. A total of 90% less steam is allowed to escape into the room,
Hobart is the benchmark for quality and innovation. To learn more, visit:
www.hobartuk.com/warewashing or call 0844 888 7777
www.thecaterer.com
*Equipped for the Future Report 2018
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