Cretel N.V. - BHW350 Crate Washer And Dryer

Applications & Use Cases

• Washing and drying reusable crates in high-volume food production facilities.
• Sanitising containers in meat, poultry, and seafood processing plants.
• Cleaning bakery trays and ingredient bins to maintain hygiene standards.
• Processing agricultural crates for fresh produce handling and storage.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

For this class of equipment, throughput commonly ranges from 300 to 800 crates per hour, depending on crate size and wash cycle requirements.

Power supply

Units of this type typically require a 3-phase industrial electrical supply, commonly 400V, 50Hz, with appropriate amperage for heating and motor loads.

Footprint

Combined washer and dryer units commonly have a significant footprint, with lengths typically exceeding 5 metres, as indicated by the seller's stated combined length for this unit.

Construction material

Industrial crate washers are typically constructed from stainless steel (e.g., AISI 304 or 316) for hygiene and corrosion resistance.

Water heating

Heating systems commonly use electric elements, steam injection, or gas burners to achieve required wash temperatures.

Drying method

Drying is typically achieved using high-velocity air knives or heated air blowers to remove residual moisture.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of crates can this machine typically clean?

  Industrial crate washers are generally designed to handle standard Euro-sized plastic crates, but many units can be adjusted or configured for various crate dimensions and materials. Buyers should verify compatibility with their specific crate types.

• What are the typical water and energy consumption rates?

• What maintenance is typically required for a used crate washer?

• Are spare parts readily available for unknown manufacturers?

• What are the common installation requirements?