Review of laboratory dishwashers

Washing equipment for laboratories differs from dishwashers used at home in increased functionality. Laboratory dishwashers are distinguished, first of all, by the thoroughness of product processing. Equipment used in everyday life will not be able to wash test tubes, beakers, and slides well. Home washing machines do not have the option of rinsing cleaned items with distilled water, which is a necessary condition for laboratory studies. Specialized equipment is characterized by an increased service life, increased wear resistance, and higher cost. Let us present an overview of the best models of laboratory dishwashers.

Miele PG 8536

A modern washing and disinfection machine from a German brand. The model is characterized by high performance and is designed for careful processing of medical instruments, as well as equipment used in laboratories. The equipment also ensures further drying of laboratory glassware in accordance with basic anti-epidemiological requirements.

Recommended for use in medical institutions, laboratories, research institutes, and operating practice.

Main characteristics of the Miele PG 8536 unit:

• circulation pump that passes more than 600 liters of water per minute. Due to this, the dishwasher has high performance;
• reliable insulation of the case, protecting against heat radiation;
• low noise level during operation;
• a spacious chamber that allows you to simultaneously process up to three sets of operating or anesthesia instruments, up to seven DIN containers or three sets of surgical equipment;
• water softening system;
• maximum number of cleaning programs – 64 pcs.;
• convenient digital display that provides the user with all the necessary information about the process;
• drying function due to hot steam treatment of objects;
• Quadruple water filtration system.

A laboratory dishwasher allows you to take measurements to control the heating temperature of the water and the time it takes to maintain the set temperature value. The body and washing chamber of this equipment model are made of stainless steel. Washing of loaded equipment is quite effective due to three spray arms.

The washing machine, produced by a German brand, has a Registration Certificate of the Russian Federation and complies with GOST.

SteamScrubber

Dishwashing equipment from the Labkonko company. It does an excellent job of cleaning laboratory glassware: beakers, cups, test tubes, etc. The standard equipment of the device includes two baskets. Additional accessories designed for processing non-standard devices and tool sets must be ordered separately. The dishwasher is equipped with a convenient liquid crystal display, where all information about the operating cycle is displayed. The laboratory dishwasher has the following characteristics:

• 10 built-in cleaning modes;
• 6 additional rinse programs;
• two separate pumps for draining and taking water;
• hot drying;
• built-in timer to delay the start of work for up to 8 hours;
• maximum water heating up to a temperature of 93 °C;
• possibility of connecting to both cold and hot water supply;
• built-in steam generator.

The model is equipped with a protection system against emergency leaks.

Loaded sets of dishes are washed from three sides, which ensures high-quality cleaning of the products.During the operating cycle, the equipment consumes 103 liters of water. The cost of a SteamScrubber dishwasher is about 15 thousand US dollars. Price is not the only difference between a laboratory and a conventional dishwasher. A specialized model washes glass and metal products more thoroughly, has several rinsing modes, and ensures complete disinfection of glassware, which is very important in laboratory work.

FlaskScrubber

Another model from the reliable American manufacturer Labconco. Ideal for cleaning laboratory glassware with a narrow neck. The basic configuration of the device includes a lower basket equipped with 36 spindles, on which glass beakers and test tubes are placed. Water is supplied through the spindles, which washes the inner surface of the products. Hot air also escapes through the devices, which ensures effective drying of glass containers. Let's take a closer look at the operating parameters of the equipment.

1. The power of the circulation pump is 363 liters per minute.
2. Water consumption – up to 103 liters per cycle.
3. 10 main cleaning modes.
4. 6 rinsing programs.
5. Equipped with a steam generator.
6. Water heating is maximum up to 93 degrees.
7. Possibility of adjusting drying time and temperature of supplied hot air.
8. System of protection against overflow and leakage of the housing.

Washing items loaded into the dishwasher is carried out through spindles with a flow of water directed in different directions. Drying of dishes occurs through the same devices. The temperature of the hot air supplied through the spindles can vary from 38°C to 70°C. Users have access to a delayed start option for up to 8 hours.

The laboratory dishwashers presented in the review are distinguished by their reliability, high build quality, and good functionality. Models can be retrofitted with missing accessories depending on the scope of application of the equipment. The described washing machines are capable of providing a high level of cleaning and disinfection of medical and laboratory instruments.

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