Owning an in-house laundry can significantly enhance the level of operational efficiency in a hotel, provided that the equipment is equivalent to the real linen load. To choose the right washer and dryer capacity, it is necessary to know how it is going to be used, the turnover of the loads, and the energy consumption.

1. Calculate Your Everyday Laundry

A good approximation is 2-3 kg of laundry per room occupied per day.

For example:

• When there are 100 rooms in the hotel with 80 percent occupancy, then the total clearance is approximately 200-250 kg per day.
• The factor would be a 40 room boutique hotel dealing with approximately 80 kg per day.

In order to determine your need:

daily load (kg) = number of rooms x average occupancy x linen weight per room.

This number will calculate the number of machines you have to finish with in terms of washing in your working hours (usually 8-10 hours).

2. Match Capacity to Workload

Commercial washers have a drum weight capacity rating 10, 20, 30 kg and above. Do not fill machines to 100 per cent; allow 15 -20 per cent head space to allow good agitation and cleaning. A 30 kg washer that has a 50 minute cycle has the ability to process approximately 280 kg of linen per 10 hours, which is suitable in the case of mid-sized hotels. Smaller washers (10-15 kg) are harder to wash and work with more often.

3. Include Cycle Time and Throughput

The cycle duration has an impact on productivity just like the capacity. Contemporary commercial machines generally cycle 35-45 minutes allowing more than one load per day. Schedule such that the washing of linen of the whole day can be done in a single shift without a hitch. The bigger drums have higher spin speed and remove more water hence less time is taken to dry.

4. Emphasize on Energy and Water Efficiency

Long-term cost control is extremely dependent on energy efficiency. Motors driven by inverters and water-recycling systems will reduce power and water consumption by 40-70 percent. Find models with high spin G-forces, energy-star rating and wash programmable. High-end machines are higher in cost, but they have the benefit of reducing the utility costs and longer equipment longevity.

5. Strategy of Peak Season and Space

The design capacity should always be designed to the peak, not the average. Hotels which have pools, spas, or restaurants with restaurants will need to create additional towels and linens and must be considered. It is much safer to have a slightly large system rather than an overloaded small one.

Lastly, ensure that you have sufficient floor space, ventilation, drainage and utility connections that will cater to each requirement of the machines.

Conclusion

The decision to purchase the appropriate size laundry machine is an investment one that will directly impact quality of services, turnaround time, and cost of operation. Properly estimating the demand of the load, choosing effective machines, and the ability to scale up, help hotels to keep the linen service impeccable and yet keep the costs of the operation at bay. Ready to find the perfect laundry machine capacity for your hotel? Contact Straits Laundry India today to explore our range of commercial laundry equipment and get expert guidance tailored to your specific needs. Let us help you optimize your laundry operations and enhance your service quality.