Halcyon AMH400 390mm Basket Undercounter Glasswasher With Drain Pump

The Halcyon AMH400 is a compact undercounter glasswasher built around a 390mm basket footprint. It is designed to sit beneath a bar counter and handle a steady flow of glassware service without occupying the kind of space that a larger machine would demand. The inclusion of a drain pump sets it apart from basic gravity-drain models, meaning the machine can discharge to a drainage point that is not directly beneath or immediately adjacent to the unit — a practical advantage in many bar counter configurations where drain positioning is not ideal.

In a working bar environment, the AMH400 performs reliably across a continuous service period. It is well suited to the pace of a pub bar, hotel bar, café-bar, or restaurant service station — venues where glassware turns over steadily throughout a shift rather than in extreme concentrated bursts. The wash system uses a high-density filter arrangement that helps keep wash water clean across consecutive cycles, reducing the risk of soiling being re-deposited onto glassware during peak service.

From a day-to-day operational standpoint, the machine offers several practical advantages:

• Soft-touch digital controls that bar staff can operate without a training overhead
• Removable wash arms with inspection caps for quick cleaning checks without tools
• Quick-release tank design that simplifies end-of-shift cleaning routines
• Low water consumption per cycle, helping to manage running costs across a full service week
• EN17735 certification confirming compliance with recognised commercial hygiene standards for glassware

Installation is straightforward for this class of machine. It runs on a standard 13-amp supply, which suits most bar counter setups without requiring a dedicated electrical circuit. The drain pump does require a planned discharge route, but this need not be a floor drain directly at the base of the unit. Water softening is worth considering if you are in a hard water area — glass clarity and the long-term condition of the machine both benefit noticeably from treated water.

The AMH400 is a sensible choice for small to mid-sized licensed premises, hotel bars, café-bars, and restaurant service counters handling a consistent but moderate volume of glassware. It is not intended for high-volume nightclub or event bar use where cycles need to run almost continuously — for those environments, a higher-capacity machine would be more appropriate. Equally, if your installation has a straightforward gravity drain, it may be worth considering whether a model without a pump meets your needs at a lower cost.

If you would like to talk through whether the AMH400 is the right fit for your layout, water supply, or service volume, our team is glad to help before you make a decision.