{"title":"Halcyon Undercounter Dishwashers","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"halcyon-amh550ws-500mm-basket-dishwasher-with-drain-pump-internal-softener","title":"Halcyon AMH550WS 500mm Undercounter Dishwasher With Drain Pump \u0026 Softener","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Halcyon AMH550WS is a 500mm basket undercounter dishwasher designed for continuous use in commercial catering environments. It accepts a standard 500mm rack and handles both crockery and glassware, making it a practical choice where a single machine needs to cover a variety of service items. The built-in drain pump and internal water softener are included as standard, which removes the need to source and plumb in those components separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn a working kitchen, the value of an undercounter machine at this level comes down to reliability under repeated cycles and the quality of wash results across a full service. The internal softener helps protect the wash system in hard-water areas, reducing scale build-up on wash arms and heating elements — a common cause of performance decline and unplanned downtime in machines that lack this feature. The drain pump allows flexible positioning relative to drainage, which is a practical advantage during fit-out or a kitchen reconfiguration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom an operational standpoint, this machine suits kitchens where throughput is steady rather than very high volume, and where counter space is limited. Key practical advantages include:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal water softener protects wash quality and reduces maintenance frequency in hard-water areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated drain pump gives greater flexibility over machine placement and drain routing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemovable wash arms allow straightforward inspection and cleaning without tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick-release tank design makes end-of-day cleaning quicker for kitchen staff\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft-touch digital controls are simple to operate with minimal training\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation requires connection to a cold water supply, a drain outlet, and an appropriate electrical supply. The drain pump removes some restriction on outlet positioning, but the machine still needs to be sited on a stable, level surface with adequate clearance for the door and basket removal. In areas with notably hard water, the internal softener will require salt top-ups as part of routine maintenance — this should be factored into the daily or weekly cleaning schedule.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis machine is well suited to cafés, small restaurants, hotel bars, and similar operations running a moderate volume of covers. It is not intended for very high-throughput sites where a pass-through or higher-capacity hood machine would be more appropriate. For lighter-use environments, a glasswasher or a smaller-capacity unit may be a better fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are unsure whether the AMH550WS matches your service volume or installation setup, the team is happy to talk it through before you commit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Halcyon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37121745808,"sku":"AMH550WS","price":2330.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1753\/9017\/files\/NewC_Halcyon919861-2-3AMH550WSopen.jpg?v=1773067224"},{"product_id":"halcyon-amh510-500mm-basket-dishwasher-with-drain-pump","title":"Halcyon AMH510 500mm Basket Undercounter Dishwasher With Drain Pump","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Halcyon AMH510 is a 500mm basket undercounter dishwasher built for commercial kitchen use. It sits beneath a standard worktop, accepts a 500mm wash basket, and includes an integrated drain pump — meaning it can drain against a head of water rather than relying solely on gravity, which gives more flexibility when positioning the machine within the kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn a working kitchen environment, a machine like this is typically relied upon to turn baskets around quickly during service. The AMH510 is designed to handle the pace of a busy café, pub kitchen, or small to mid-sized restaurant operation — moving plates, glasses, and utensils through at a consistent rate without the recovery delays that can disrupt service flow. The low water consumption per cycle helps keep operating costs down over the course of a day without any sacrifice to wash quality, and the EN17735 certification confirms it meets recognised commercial hygiene standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom an operational standpoint, the machine offers a number of practical advantages:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact 500mm footprint suits kitchens where undercounter space is limited\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated drain pump removes the need for a gravity-fall drain position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow water usage per cycle reduces utility costs in high-turnover operations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemovable wash arms simplify routine cleaning and maintenance checks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft-touch digital controls are straightforward for kitchen staff to operate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation requires a cold water inlet, a suitable drain connection, and an appropriate electrical supply — the AMH510 is available in several power configurations to suit different kitchen electrical setups, so it is worth confirming which variant is correct for your existing supply before ordering. The machine will fit beneath a standard-height worktop, but you should verify the exact cutout dimensions and door clearance against your available space. It is not suitable for sites requiring a very high basket throughput per hour; for operations running continuous back-to-back covers, a larger hood or rack conveyor machine would be more appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe AMH510 is well suited to cafés, small restaurants, pub kitchens, hotel breakfasts, and similar operations that need a reliable, space-efficient dishwasher without the footprint or cost of a larger machine. For lower-volume sites such as staff canteens or small coffee shops, a glasswasher or lighter-duty undercounter unit may be a more proportionate choice. For high-volume operations, a larger-capacity machine is worth considering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are unsure whether this model fits your service volume or your kitchen's installation setup, our team is happy to talk it through with you before you commit to anything.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Halcyon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37121761296,"sku":"AMH510","price":2073.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1753\/9017\/files\/NewC_Halcyon919858-9-60AMH510open.jpg?v=1773053611"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1753\/9017\/collections\/Halcyon_Amika_50XL_Dishwasher_1024x1024_605f791a-ca67-4fe8-b7f1-465323911017.jpg?v=1634550739","url":"https:\/\/www.advantage-catering-equipment.co.uk\/collections\/halcyon-undercounter-dishwashers.oembed","provider":"Advantage Catering Equipment","version":"1.0","type":"link"}