Dependable Laundry Solutions have appointed Jackie McFeely in the newly created role of National Service Leader – head of dependability. With many years of experience in the appliance and white good service industry, Jackie joins Dependable with a fierce customer first attitude, a dedication to the Maytag Commercial Brand and a tool kit of tricks and tips to ensure that no matter where a Maytag Commercial customer is in Australia, Dependable has the service support to keep everyone’s equipment running smoothly. Coming from her last role as CE National Field Service Manager at Samsung Electroni ..read more

Working at a mine site often means operating in very tough conditions, so your laundry equipment needs to be even tougher. When setting up laundry facilities at a mine site, you must install industrial washing machines from reliable, well-tested brands. Regular laundry machines will not last the test of time (and red Australian dirt). Why do I need industrial washing machines for my mine site? Industrial washing machines offer: High volume washing loads – one wash can hold up to 4 times more than a regular washer High work capacity – you never need to give your machine a rest. It can easily r ..read more

When you’re deciding on the size and number of washing machines you need in your laundry, the first question to consider is capacity. Capacity Explained Each machine has a kilogram reference to the capacity, which refers to the maximum dry weight the machine can wash in one load. Not to be confused with the product weight of the washing machine, or a dryer capacity which refers to damp weight. Working out the answer to your capacity equation include four variables: par levels of linen number of people/customers and estimated personal garments required turn-around times number of hours per day ..read more

We’ve all got our own tried and tested methods in the laundry, but try out some of these tips and tricks to uplevel your laundry results! Odours There’s nothing worse than opening a bag of laundry, or finding one item has tainted the hole load! You can stop this problem before it starts by using a deodorising spray on each item or specific ones, as you add them into the laundry bag or basket, knowing they’ll be sitting for a while before they’re washed. Knowing the source of the odour will give you the answer to eliminating it – natural oil, mildew, or food-based? Use the right method for the ..read more

Is your use putting laundry machines under pressure? Or are you starting a business or new laundry facility? Are you considering commercial equipment and wondering what will serve you best? Here are some considerations to help decide what will fit best. Load Size and Demand When you need to wash bigger, bulkier items or heavy soiled like uniforms and work gear that needs a deep clean, commercial washers have the edge. They are designed to run big loads more frequently than a domestic machine. For example, our Maytag® commercial front-load washers feature a DuraCore Drive System that’s designed ..read more

Getting a good deal on your commercial laundry equipment is important, a good price for something that will serve you well. But often, selecting on price alone means you end up with a machine that underdelivers, causing more expense in the long run. The biggest cost after the initial expense will be the energy and water to keep it running. Good quality, eco-friendly equipment can save you long-term. Without the most efficient operating technology, it could cost you up to 40% more when your power bill comes in. Look for dryers with sensors to control temperature and running time, and front-load ..read more

When you’re establishing or replacing laundry equipment in your business, one of the most recognised names is Maytag Commercial – a brand worth looking closely at. Maytag Commercial has some of the market’s most superior machines, outperforming other brands in many aspects like durability, maintenance, and wash results. Find out whether Maytag Commercial could be the solution for your laundry. Industry-Leading Warranty When you purchase any Maytag Commercial machine, you’re also taking away an industry-leading warranty of five to seven years, which makes it a wise, long-term investment. Maytag ..read more

The 2021/22 summer peak season may be the busiest caravan parks around Australia have ever faced. It’s been a long time since most of Australia has been allowed to travel throughout the country freely, and no doubt holidaymakers will be more excited than ever to get out there and explore.  Therefore, it’s time to get your business ready for the coming rush. There are lots of moving parts that add up to run your accommodation business. However, one of the most essential elements of keeping everything running smoothly is having a reliable laundry.  If you had a laundry breakdown, how w ..read more

Every day more businesses across Australia transition from manual analogue systems to digital reporting and accounting in order to streamline their day-to-day operations. Utilising Credit / Debit card payments in your laundry room will help you make this transition, bringing your business to the forefront of technology and cutting down on labour costs.   Cut out the middle man – watch the money flow straight into your accounts from your customers without having to count coins. In using laundry equipment with card readers, the money that your customers use to pay for the machines is transf ..read more

Did you know that nearly 70% of all payments in Australia are now made by card? If this is the case, why are so many laundry machines behind the times? When it comes to the cash VS card debate, the world is a very different place from what it was just a decade ago with the Reserve Bank of Australia reported that card payments have had an average annual growth of 11per cent over the past 10 years. (Hyperlink: – Trends in Payments, Clearing and Settlement Systems | Payments System Board Annual Report – 2020 | RBA ) The COVID-19 pandemic has further sped up the transition to card, with the passin ..read more