Buffalo Undercounter Glasswasher with Drain Pump 500x500mm

Name: Buffalo Undercounter Glasswasher with Drain Pump 500x500mm
Brand: Buffalo
SKU: DW468
Price: 1911.6 GBP
Availability: InStock

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This Buffalo undercounter glasswasher is a compact, self-contained warewashing unit designed for bars, cafés, and smaller food service operations where counter space is limited but throughput still matters. It accepts 500x500mm baskets and includes a built-in drain pump, which means it can be installed away from a floor drain — a practical advantage in older or awkwardly laid-out back bars where gravity drainage isn't always an option.

In service, the machine is capable of washing up to 25 racks per hour, which is a comfortable output for a busy bar or café running a single glasswasher. It won't replace a full-sized pass-through or hood-type machine in a high-volume venue, but for a site turning over moderate glass and cup volumes through a service shift, it handles the demand without becoming a bottleneck. The built-in chemical dosing pumps manage detergent and rinse aid automatically, removing the need for manual dosing and helping ensure consistent wash quality.

From an operational standpoint, the key practical advantages are:

Built-in drain pump allows flexible positioning away from floor drains
Automatic chemical dosing reduces guesswork and chemical waste
Undercounter footprint keeps the bar or prep area clear
Stainless steel construction stands up to the demands of daily commercial use
25 racks per hour output suits steady, moderate service volumes

Installation requires a water supply, drainage connection, and an appropriate electrical supply — confirm your local requirements and existing pipework before ordering. At 70kg, the unit will need two people to position safely. The undercounter format suits venues with standard counter heights, but measure your available cavity carefully against the unit's dimensions before committing.

This glasswasher is well suited to small bars, café counters, hotel breakfast rooms, and similar settings where volume is moderate and under-counter installation is a practical necessity. For higher-volume venues — busy pub bars, event catering, or operations running multiple sittings — a larger or higher-throughput machine would be worth considering.

If you're unsure whether this model matches your site's layout or service volume, our team is happy to talk it through with you before you place an order.

Frequently asked questions

Is 25 racks per hour enough for a busy bar or café?

For a small to medium bar or café running a steady service, 25 racks per hour is generally adequate — that equates to a rack roughly every two and a half minutes, which suits moderate glass turnover well. If your venue runs particularly high volumes or you're covering a large event space, you may find a higher-throughput machine gives you more headroom during peak periods.

Why does the built-in drain pump matter for installation?

A drain pump allows the machine to push wastewater upward or over a short horizontal run to reach a drain, rather than relying on gravity flow. This is particularly useful in back bars or older buildings where floor drains aren't conveniently positioned beneath the counter. It gives you more flexibility in deciding where the glasswasher sits, though you should still confirm your drainage route is practical before installation.

What site preparation is needed before this glasswasher arrives?

You'll need a cold water supply connection, a suitable drainage outlet reachable via the pump, and an appropriate electrical supply in place before the unit is installed. The machine weighs 70kg, so plan for two people to move it into position. It's also worth measuring your under-counter cavity carefully beforehand to confirm the unit will fit your available space.

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