Maidaid Evolution 425 WS Undercounter Glasswasher with Drain Pump & Softener
Product Description
The Maidaid Evolution 425 WS is a 400mm basket undercounter glasswasher designed for regular, high-volume use in commercial bar and hospitality environments. It combines an internal water softener and an...
Specifications
- Basket size
- 400
- Cycle time
- 90-150 seconds
- External depth (mm)
- 560
- External height (mm)
- 690
Product Description
The Maidaid Evolution 425 WS is a 400mm basket undercounter glasswasher designed for regular, high-volume use in commercial bar and hospitality environments. It combines an internal water softener and an onboard drain pump into a single self-contained unit, removing the need for separate softener equipment or a gravity-fed waste connection. WRAS approval confirms it meets UK water regulation standards.
In practice, this machine is built for the kind of continuous throughput that busy bars and function venues demand. The double-skinned construction reduces operating noise — a meaningful consideration in open or customer-facing spaces — and helps retain heat during prolonged service periods, supporting consistent wash performance. Multiple wash programmes allow operators to adjust the cycle to suit lager glasses, wine glasses, or heavily soiled items without improvising.
From an operational standpoint, the practical advantages of this configuration are clear:
- The integrated water softener eliminates scale build-up without the need for an external unit or separate regeneration routine
- The drain pump removes dependency on a floor-level gravity drain, giving more flexibility in where the machine is positioned
- Soft-touch controls with an LCD display make cycle selection and progress monitoring straightforward for bar staff
- Double-skin construction keeps noise levels lower during busy service
- Chemical dosing is fitted as standard, reducing setup time before first use
Installation requires a cold water supply, a drainage connection, and an appropriate electrical supply. The drain pump means the waste outlet does not need to be at floor level, but the supply plumbing and power socket should be confirmed before delivery. The machine ships with two wash baskets included.
The Evolution 425 WS is well suited to pubs, hotel bars, function rooms, and smaller restaurant operations where glass turnover is steady but space behind the bar is limited. For sites running very high cover numbers or continuous back-to-back service, it is worth discussing whether a higher-capacity model would be a better long-term fit for the operation.
If you are weighing this machine against the demands of your specific site, our team is happy to talk through the detail before you commit.
Key Features
- 400mm basket capacity handles up to 16 pint glasses per cycle
- Integrated internal water softener requires no external softener equipment
- Onboard drain pump allows flexible positioning away from floor-level drains
- Multiple wash programmes including special application cycles for varied glassware
- Double-skinned construction reduces operating noise and retains wash heat
Operational Benefits
- Handles consistent glass turnover throughout busy service without performance drop
- Built-in softener prevents limescale build-up, reducing maintenance and downtime
- Drain pump removes siting restrictions common with gravity-waste glasswashers
- Standard chemical dosing means the machine is ready to use from day one
- Quieter operation suits open bar environments and customer-facing service areas
Specifications
- Basket size
- 400
- Cycle time
- 90-150 seconds
- External depth (mm)
- 560
- External height (mm)
- 690
- External width (mm)
- 465
- Power rating (kw)
- 2.9
- Power type
- 13 Amp
- Wash chamber height
- 295
Frequently Asked Questions
- The 425 WS is well suited to steady, high-turnover bar environments where glass throughput is consistent throughout a service period. Its double-skinned construction and multiple wash programmes support prolonged use, but for very large venues running back-to-back covers across multiple bar stations, it is worth discussing whether a higher-capacity machine would better match the demand before ordering.
- You will need a cold water supply connection, an appropriate electrical supply, and a drainage point — the onboard drain pump gives flexibility on drain height, so a floor-level outlet is not essential. It is good practice to confirm the plumbing and power arrangements are in place before delivery, and to check that the installation space allows for adequate access and ventilation around the unit.
- The integrated softener handles scale protection without the need for a separate external unit, which simplifies the installation considerably. However, the softener will still require periodic salt replenishment to remain effective — how frequently will depend on your local water hardness and how heavily the machine is used. Your chemical supplier or the Maidaid documentation can advise on a suitable regeneration schedule.