Crate Santising / Wash Tunnel

Applications & Use Cases

• Used in food processing plants to clean and sanitise crates before reuse or storage.
• Suitable for bakeries, dairies, meat processing facilities, and fruit/vegetable packing houses.
• Applied in logistics and distribution centres handling food products to maintain hygiene standards for reusable containers.
• Utilised in pharmaceutical and other hygiene-critical industries for washing non-food containers and trays.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

Throughput commonly ranges from 100 to 500 crates per hour, depending on the unit's design and conveyor speed.

Power supply

Units of this type typically require a 3-phase electrical supply, commonly 400V, 50Hz, with varying power consumption based on pump and heater elements.

Water heating

Often incorporates electric, steam, or gas heating elements to maintain wash water at required temperatures for effective sanitation.

Wash zones

Typically features multiple zones, including a pre-wash, main wash with detergent, and a final rinse, often with a sanitising agent.

Construction material

For this class of equipment, construction is predominantly stainless steel (e.g., 304 or 316 grade) for hygiene and corrosion resistance.

Crate compatibility

Designed to accommodate standard industrial crates, often with adjustable guides to suit various dimensions.

Footprint

The physical footprint can vary significantly, but tunnel washers typically require several metres in length, plus space for access and utilities.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of crates can this machine wash?

  Crate wash tunnels are typically designed to handle standard plastic or metal industrial crates, trays, and bins. Buyers should confirm specific dimensions with the seller.

• Does it include a drying function?

• What utilities are required for operation?

• How is the wash water managed?

• What level of hygiene can be achieved?