When you’ve invested in a commercial washing machine, using specially formulated detergent is the best way to get the results you need. But achieving consistency can still be tricky, and even the best products won’t perform if you don’t use them properly.
Too much powder or liquid, and you might damage your clothing; too little, and you might not eliminate soiling or stains first-time.
Thankfully, there’s a solution that helps you measure out the perfect dose, every time.
Automatic detergent dispensers are a proven way to maintain quality and reduce wastage in your laundry room, keeping your costs, and carbon footprint, as small as possible.
In this quick guide, we’ll explain how they work and why they’re an efficient choice for your on-premises laundry.
Using auto-dosers to prevent commercial detergent under-use
To get clothes clean and remove stains, you’ll want to use just the right amount of commercial laundry detergent. Without enough, you may end up having to wash items multiple times, which can become costly as well as inconvenient, particularly in busy laundry rooms.
A lack of detergent can also lead to a build-up of bacteria build-up on garments. This can create a significant hygiene and infection control issue, particularly in high-care environments like hospitals and care homes, where soiled goods need to be washed frequently and thoroughly to meet compliance obligations.
Similarly, under-using detergent could lead to laundry no longer smelling pleasant or losing freshness. In hospitality environments where first impressions are vital, poorly laundered linens and towels can generate complaints and negativity, while additional washes will become expensive.
Preventing detergents overuse
As well as causing damaging soap residue to build up on clothing and linen, excess liquid detergent is a leading cause of washing machine blockages, which can be expensive and time-consuming to sort. With an auto-doser in place, you can rest assured that your laundry equipment is always using the optimal amount.
User error can be another factor in overuse, with laundry operatives often adding too much detergent in the mistaken belief it will produce cleaner washing. The costs of getting through detergent stocks faster will soon add up; an auto-dosing pump will remove the guesswork and help to keep costs under control, making it easier to predict when you’re due to run out, and even maintain a cost-saving subscription.
Excess detergent usage causes soap residue build-up on clothing and linen, which not only removes the softness of them, but can damage your laundry in the long term.
Reducing spills and other hiccups
Spillages and accidents sometimes happen, particularly in busier laundry rooms. But as auto-dosing significantly reduces manual handling and removes any need to pour potentially hazardous substances by hand, your team will stay safe and won’t have to lose any time cleaning up.
JLA’s auto-dosing pumps
JLA’s pumps are easy to install and come with simple instructions that make their day-to-day use a breeze. Our systems are also designed to work seamlessly with existing commercial washing machines, making them a smart investment for businesses that rely on them. We also supply a full range of performance detergents, specially formulated to meet the cleaning needs of multiple sectors.
For more information about our auto-dosing systems, speak to an expert today.
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