Washing Machines for Equestrian Use
Heavy duty washing machines for horse blankets, sweat rugs and saddle covers
Good hygiene is essential for the wellbeing of horses that live in equestrian establishments, and the correct cleaning of all textiles that come into contact with the animals is an important part of this. Not only does accumulated dirt reduce the effectiveness of blankets, sweat rugs, saddle covers etc, it can also lead to unpleasant fungal skin conditions. What's more, an immaculate horse blanket is a sign of a well-kept horse, which is particularly important in competitions where great emphasis is placed on visual appearance. Washing blankets in a simple domestic machine will not achieve the desired result; it is a specialist job that requires the right technology and wash programmes. An onsite laundry within the equestrian centre has many advantages. Laundry can be done in situ as part of the daily routine and equine odours will remain in the stable.
Miele offers washer-extractors with capacities of 7.5 to 32 kg with special wash programmes for horse blankets and accessories which are the perfect solution for equestrian establishments. The equestrian programmes include four special programmes for washing and proofing horse blankets: a 30°C and a 60°C programme, a delicates programme and a programme with a proofing phase included for optimum waterproofing. The machines can also handle halters, girths, bandages, saddlecloths and similar textile items which are not always accepted by commercial laundries. Loading and operating the machines is simplicity itself. Just load the items via the generous door opening, select a programme and start the machine. If items are to be washed which give off a very large amount of fluff and hair, it is advisable to order a machine which has a special drum, and which is designed to allow the suds to move freely around the heating element to prevent horse hairs and dirt from becoming trapped in the machine. An additional fluff filter system between the machine and the drainage connection protects the domestic water supply against blockages.
Laundry can be clean and ready for use again in less than an hour. With high spin speeds and correspondingly low residual moisture levels, subsequent drying times are much reduced. Twelve drying programmes are available to dry the equipment gently and thanks to the new air and temperature controls with integrated air recycling system, drying is simple, economical and fast, not to mention environmentally friendly.
An entry level solution for equestrian centres would be the PW 6101 washer extractor and PT 7251 tumble dryer which can process 1 winter blanket or 2 summer blankets or 7 saddle cloths per load. A range of practical accessories is also available, such as dispenser pumps, plinths and protective sleeves to cover buckles, as well as coin boxes for self service operation, making this a particularly economical option for stables.
Load capacities for washer extractors
| PW 6101 | PW 6131 | PW 6161 | PW6201 | PW 6241 | PW 6321 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saddle cloths | 7 | 9 | 11 | 12 | 15 | 18 |
| Summer blankets | 2 | 2-3 | 2-3 | 3 | 3-4 | 4-5 |
| Winter blankets | 1 | 1-2 | 1-2 | 2 | 2-3 | 3 |
Load capacities for tumble dryers
| PT 7251 | PT 7331 | PT 7401 | PT 7501 | T 6551 | T 6751 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saddle cloths | 7 | 9 | 11 | 12 | 15 | 18 |
| Summer blankets | 2 | 2-3 | 2-3 | 3 | 3-4 | 4-5 |
| Winter blankets | 1 | 1-2 | 1-2 | 2 | 2-3 | 3 |