SELECTION GUIDE v4.0

Choosing the Right
Industrial Washer

The Hard Truth: A washing line is not a one-size-fits-all solution. Choosing wrong means wasted water, inconsistent hygiene, and zero ROI.

SS Engineers & Consultants treats every selection like an engineering project — matching the process, product, and plant before even quoting a price.

Start Selection
SS Engineers Tunnel Washer
FIG 1.0: THE PERFECT FIT

01. Define Deliverable

Don't start with the machine. Start with the output requirement (cleanliness standard).

Industry The Goal The Hardware
Dairy / Food Hygienic Cleaning Tunnel Crate Washer
Pharma Residue-Free CIP Vessel Washer
Automotive Oil Removal Ultrasonic Degreaser
Logistics Reconditioning IBC/Drum Washer

02. Hardware Types

Batch Cabinet

For: Low Vol, Multi-SKU.

Flexible, easy change-over.
50–300 items/hr.

Tunnel Line

For: High Volume.

Continuous crates/pallets.
500–5000 items/hr.

Rotary Drum

For: Cans/Parts.

Uniform exposure.
100–1000 kg/hr.

Ultrasonic

For: Precision.

Microscopic degreasing.
Intricate parts.

Washer Types Comparison Diagram
FIG 2.0: SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE

03. Technical Factors

1
Water Flow & Pressure
CFDComputational Fluid Dynamics. Digital simulation of fluid flow to optimize spray impact. optimized spray manifolds.
2
Temp Control (PID)
Steam/Electric heating with PIDProportional-Integral-Derivative. A control loop mechanism for precise temperature stability. activation.
3
Filtration
3-stage filtration + oil skimmer extends bath life.
4
Automation
Siemens/Delta PLCProgrammable Logic Controller. An industrial digital computer that controls manufacturing processes. + SCADA.
PLC Control Panel
FIG 3.0: CONTROL INTERFACE

04. Money & Validation

Validation Protocols

Confirms performance before dispatch.

  • Swab & MilliporeTesting methods to measure surface cleanliness and particulate residue levels. Testing.
  • ATPAdenosine Triphosphate test. Rapidly measures active microorganisms for food safety. / Bacterial Tests.
  • AI Vision Inspection (Auto-detects residues).
  • pH / Conductivity Logging.

Annual ROI Calc

Manual Labour ₹ 40,000 x 12
Water/Chem Cost ₹ 60/m³
SS Engineers System SAVINGS ACTIVE
₹ 16.8 Lakhs / Year
PAYBACK: ≈ 13 MONTHS
ROI Flowchart
FIG 4.0: DATA ANALYTICS FLOW

05. Q&A / Resources

Q: Batch vs Tunnel?
Depends on volume. Tunnels suit high continuous loads.

Q: Recycle Water?
Yes. All washers can include closed-loop filtration.

Q: Standards?
ISO 14159, FSSC 22000, cGMP.

Knowledge Base

PROCESS COMPLETE

With SS Engineers, you don't just buy a machine. You buy a measured outcome: Reduced utilities, consistent hygiene, and peace of mind.

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VISAKHAPATNAM, INDIA // EMPOWERING INDUSTRIES.

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