Pre-Wash & Scraping
Scraping and pre-wash machines for plates, trays and compartment trays.
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What to Look for When Choosing a Pre-Wash & Scraping Machine
Pre-washing is one of the most overlooked stages in a professional kitchen. Yet a well-designed scraping and pre-wash setup extends the life of your dishwasher, cuts water and detergent usage, and reduces staff fatigue. The machines in this category use mechanical force and water pressure to remove food debris from plates, trays and compartment trays before the main wash cycle.
Match Capacity to Your Workflow
Start by estimating your daily plate count. High-volume environments such as schools, hospitals and factory canteens handling over 1,000 plates per hour need a robust scraping conveyor or pre-wash tunnel. Smaller kitchens benefit from compact, single-operator models that are both space- and cost-efficient. Also consider your menu: sticky foods like rice, pasta or meat require heavier scraping performance.
Hygiene and Ease of Cleaning
All food-contact surfaces must be 304 stainless steel — the basic requirement of food safety standards. Models that can be cleaned without disassembly shorten the end-of-shift routine. A removable scraping drum or filter lets you complete daily maintenance in minutes.
Water and Energy Efficiency
A well-engineered pre-wash machine can recirculate waste water back into the dishwasher loop. Models with a heated water inlet improve grease removal in colder conditions. Ask the supplier for pump capacity and annual water consumption figures to calculate the true cost of ownership.
Warranty and After-Sales Support
Before purchasing, clarify who handles commissioning, what the warranty covers, and how quickly spare parts can be sourced. KMS machines need no installation — plug them in and they run — and come with a two-year manufacturer warranty; spare parts and consumables are supplied from our İkitelli OSB factory.
Not sure which model suits your kitchen? Reach out via WhatsApp with your dimensions and capacity requirements and our technical team will advise you free of charge.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the difference between a scraping machine and a dishwasher?
- Scraping and pre-wash machines remove coarse food debris from plates and trays using mechanical force and water pressure — they prepare items for the dishwasher. The dishwasher then completes the sterilising wash with detergent and hot water. Used together, they significantly reduce water and energy consumption.
- How much does a pre-wash machine cost?
- Prices vary by capacity and model. Compact pre-wash units are available at accessible starting prices, while high-capacity tunnel systems represent a larger investment. Contact the KMS technical team for a precise quote and model recommendation.
- Which pre-wash machine is suitable for a hospital kitchen?
- Hospital kitchens require full stainless-steel construction, high-pressure spray jets and easy disassembly for cleaning. Models handling more than 1,000 plates per hour are recommended for large hospital catering operations.
- Does a pre-wash machine actually reduce water consumption?
- Yes. Pre-wash machines equipped with recirculating water systems feed waste water back into the rinse cycle of the main dishwasher, delivering meaningful savings on daily water consumption — especially in high-volume kitchens.
- What types of kitchens is the TBS-1000 suitable for?
- The TBS-1000 is a versatile pre-wash machine designed for school canteens, factory restaurants and mid-sized professional kitchens. Compatible with plates, trays and compartment trays, its powerful water jets effectively remove sticky food residue.