Washing machines are not the only equipment required for the laundry room in a firehouse; dryers are also important. Just like the washing machines, there are requirements and conditions you must consider before choosing the machines.
For over 40 years T & L Laundry Equipment has provided washers and dryers to fire houses, hotel laundries, commercial laundries and laundromats. Our extensive knowledge of the products we carry makes us your first choice for heavy duty laundry equipment. Whether your fire station needs one unit or ten, let the professionals at T & L help you choose the best equipment to get the best clean for your gear. Give us a call today!
Dryers run either by gas or electricity. Gas heated drying tumblers may be common for in home use, but these machines run too hot for moisture liners and can destroy the ones in turnout gear. The high heat could also ignite any leftover residue, flammable oils, and other materials on the outer shell. Many laundromats do use gas heated dryers, so you are advised not to dry turnout gear at laundromats, especially if leaving unattended.
Electric dryers are another option, and are usually safer. They do draw large amperage amounts and require large wire and circuit breakers for operation. Luckily, turnout gear requires maybe half the amperage of regular loads due to its need for low heat settings. We discussed the need for multiple circuit breakers in our previous article about installing new washing machines, so this preparation may already be in the works for your facility. Be sure to have an electrician check your electrical panels for available capacity when considering your dryers and other laundry equipment.
The next component to consider when choosing laundry drying equipment is airflow. Both the tumblers and cabinets will require fresh air intake for drying processes. Fresh air is important for both electric or gas dryers as they allow the dryers to run more efficiently and cut down on drying time for turnout gear. The less time turnout gear is in the dryer, the better it is for the gear. If your dryers are in an open space, like your truck bay, you are probably ok as far as intake air is concerned. However, if you have a separate, closed off room for your laundry space, you will need to vent in fresh air. Venting in fresh air can be done via a duct or a louvered vent to the outside.
Ask your T & L representative about placing your equipment in your facility. Our sales team is happy to travel to your location to help you decide where to place your new equipment for optimum performance and efficiency.
It is best to have your dryers and washers as close to exterior walls as possible. Long exhaust ducts with twists and turns can cause fires and machine malfunction. We will be able to help you choose the correct dryers to work for your firehouse, be it a gas dryer that runs cooler or an electric dryer. We will also be able to supply and give input on getting them to work as safely and efficiently as possible. Reduce wear on the gear used in your firehouse by following the manufacturer's recommendations on the gear and on your new machines.
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