Washtech is a commercial warewashing brand engineered in New Zealand and distributed across Australia and New Zealand by Moffat. Founded in 1981, Washtech is the largest manufacturer of commercial dishwashers in the Southern Hemisphere. Every machine is handmade with fully-welded heavy-duty stainless steel construction and copper rinse tanks. Industry Kitchens is an authorised Washtech dealer with national warehouse coverage and a Melbourne demo kitchen.

Washtech offers a 5-2-2 warranty: 5 years on the cabinet (parts), 2 years on the wash pump (parts and labour), and 2 years comprehensive parts and labour. This is one of the strongest commercial dishwasher warranties in the Australian market, backed by Moffat's nationwide service network and spare parts inventory.

Yes — the M1C, M2C, and ALC are SEED Certified and can often be installed without a mechanical ventilation canopy, subject to local council approval. These models feature an integrated C3 Steam Condensing Unit that pre-heats incoming cold water using exhaust steam, dramatically reducing steam emissions. Not requiring a canopy can save $2,000–$10,000+ in fit-out costs.

X-Type is the economy range with ElectroHybrid controls for smaller venues. M-Series adds Touch controls, EcoPower, Soft Start, and HACCP reporting — most popular for restaurants. A-Series delivers full Polishfree, Assured Rinse, EcoPower, and 40-second minimum cycles for high-volume and premium operations. SEED-certified models in the M-Series (M1C, M2C) and A-Series (ALC) can often be installed without a mechanical canopy.

Entry glasswashers (GE, XG) need standard single-phase 15A. Mid-range models (GM, GL, XV, XU) are available in single-phase 15A or 3-phase 15A. Passthrough models (M2, M2C, M1C, AL, ALC) require 3-phase 15A or 25A. Several models are field-configurable between single and three phase by a licensed electrician on site. Always confirm switchboard capacity before ordering.

Washtech Polishfree uses a reverse osmosis filtered final rinse that removes dissolved minerals, allowing glassware to air-dry spot-free and streak-free without manual polishing. It requires a BA14/DW14 or BA16/DW26 RO filter unit paired with a compatible model (GL, GL-8, UD, UL, AL, ALC). Standard specification for premium bars, function venues, and hotels.

EcoPower reduces wash and rinse temperatures when the machine is idle between service periods, lowering electricity consumption without a full shutdown. Standard on M1C, M2, M2C, AL, and ALC models. Particularly valuable for lunch-and-dinner venues with a long mid-afternoon idle period.

Washtech machines are engineered and manufactured in New Zealand, not Australia. However, they have been designed specifically for Australasian conditions and Australian Standards since 1981. Distribution, service, and spare parts are managed nationally across Australia by Moffat.

Hot-fill models connect to the site's hot water supply and reach operating temperature faster. Cold-fill 'C' suffix models (M1C, M2C, ALC, GL-8, PW1C) heat internally from cold water — required where no hot supply is accessible. Cold-fill C-series models are also SEED certified, enabling potential savings on ventilation installation costs.

In hard water areas (WA, parts of QLD, regional VIC) a water softener is the minimum recommendation. For spot-free glassware without polishing, add a Washtech BA14/DW14 or BA16/DW26 RO filter unit. A water test is advisable before specifying the RO model as optimal sizing depends on local mineral content.

For under 60 covers, the GE or XG single-phase glasswashers with 60-second cycles are the entry point. For spot-free glassware, the GL or GL-8 with BA14/DW14 RO filter eliminates manual polishing entirely. For café crockery, the XV or XU undercounter dishwashers are the mid-range starting point.

The M2 and M2C can process over 1,000 large plates per hour on a 60-second cycle. AL and ALC with 40-second minimum cycles deliver higher throughput. Rack conveyor models handle continuous operation significantly exceeding any passthrough machine.

When washing large pots, gastronorm containers, mixing bowls, baking trays, or bulky items that don't fit in a standard rack dishwasher. Chamber widths range from 565mm (PW1) to 1,100mm (PW2). Standard in central production kitchens, large hotels, hospitals, and aged care facilities.

Yes — models including GL, UD, UL, XP, and XL can be field-configured from single-phase 15A to 3-phase 15A by a licensed electrician on site. When using cold water rinse these models must be set to 3-phase. Useful for sites with uncertain switchboard capacity at time of purchase.

Washtech is a commercial warewashing brand engineered in New Zealand and distributed across Australia and New Zealand by Moffat. Founded in 1981, Washtech is the largest manufacturer of commercial dishwashers in the Southern Hemisphere. Every machine is handmade with fully-welded heavy-duty stainless steel construction and copper rinse tanks. Industry Kitchens is an authorised Washtech dealer with national warehouse coverage and a Melbourne demo kitchen.

Washtech offers a 5-2-2 warranty: 5 years on the cabinet (parts), 2 years on the wash pump (parts and labour), and 2 years comprehensive parts and labour. This is one of the strongest commercial dishwasher warranties in the Australian market, backed by Moffat's nationwide service network and spare parts inventory.

Yes — the M1C, M2C, and ALC are SEED Certified and can often be installed without a mechanical ventilation canopy, subject to local council approval. These models feature an integrated C3 Steam Condensing Unit that pre-heats incoming cold water using exhaust steam, dramatically reducing steam emissions. Not requiring a canopy can save $2,000–$10,000+ in fit-out costs.

X-Type is the economy range with ElectroHybrid controls for smaller venues. M-Series adds Touch controls, EcoPower, Soft Start, and HACCP reporting — most popular for restaurants. A-Series delivers full Polishfree, Assured Rinse, EcoPower, and 40-second minimum cycles for high-volume and premium operations. SEED-certified models in the M-Series (M1C, M2C) and A-Series (ALC) can often be installed without a mechanical canopy.

Entry glasswashers (GE, XG) need standard single-phase 15A. Mid-range models (GM, GL, XV, XU) are available in single-phase 15A or 3-phase 15A. Passthrough models (M2, M2C, M1C, AL, ALC) require 3-phase 15A or 25A. Several models are field-configurable between single and three phase by a licensed electrician on site. Always confirm switchboard capacity before ordering.

Washtech Polishfree uses a reverse osmosis filtered final rinse that removes dissolved minerals, allowing glassware to air-dry spot-free and streak-free without manual polishing. It requires a BA14/DW14 or BA16/DW26 RO filter unit paired with a compatible model (GL, GL-8, UD, UL, AL, ALC). Standard specification for premium bars, function venues, and hotels.

EcoPower reduces wash and rinse temperatures when the machine is idle between service periods, lowering electricity consumption without a full shutdown. Standard on M1C, M2, M2C, AL, and ALC models. Particularly valuable for lunch-and-dinner venues with a long mid-afternoon idle period.

Washtech machines are engineered and manufactured in New Zealand, not Australia. However, they have been designed specifically for Australasian conditions and Australian Standards since 1981. Distribution, service, and spare parts are managed nationally across Australia by Moffat.

Hot-fill models connect to the site's hot water supply and reach operating temperature faster. Cold-fill 'C' suffix models (M1C, M2C, ALC, GL-8, PW1C) heat internally from cold water — required where no hot supply is accessible. Cold-fill C-series models are also SEED certified, enabling potential savings on ventilation installation costs.

In hard water areas (WA, parts of QLD, regional VIC) a water softener is the minimum recommendation. For spot-free glassware without polishing, add a Washtech BA14/DW14 or BA16/DW26 RO filter unit. A water test is advisable before specifying the RO model as optimal sizing depends on local mineral content.

For under 60 covers, the GE or XG single-phase glasswashers with 60-second cycles are the entry point. For spot-free glassware, the GL or GL-8 with BA14/DW14 RO filter eliminates manual polishing entirely. For café crockery, the XV or XU undercounter dishwashers are the mid-range starting point.

The M2 and M2C can process over 1,000 large plates per hour on a 60-second cycle. AL and ALC with 40-second minimum cycles deliver higher throughput. Rack conveyor models handle continuous operation significantly exceeding any passthrough machine.

When washing large pots, gastronorm containers, mixing bowls, baking trays, or bulky items that don't fit in a standard rack dishwasher. Chamber widths range from 565mm (PW1) to 1,100mm (PW2). Standard in central production kitchens, large hotels, hospitals, and aged care facilities.

Yes — models including GL, UD, UL, XP, and XL can be field-configured from single-phase 15A to 3-phase 15A by a licensed electrician on site. When using cold water rinse these models must be set to 3-phase. Useful for sites with uncertain switchboard capacity at time of purchase.