Paragon Food Equipment's Buying Guide to Commercial Warewashing & Janitorial Equipment

What is a

Blower Dryer?

A blower dryer is an optional component installed at the exit end of

a conveyor dishmachine. It uses high-velocity warm air to rapidly

remove moisture from dishware as it exits the machine, reducing

the need for air-drying or manual drying with cloths (which is not

recommended for sanitation reasons).

Key benefits of a blower dryer include:

• Faster drying: Speeds up ware turnover, especially for glasses and plastics that retain

moisture

• Space savings: Reduces or eliminates the need for multiple drying stations or racks

waiting on the clean tables to dry.

• Improved sanitation: Eliminates cross-contamination risks associated with towel drying

• Better tray and utensil drying: Useful in institutional or healthcare settings where plastic

trays or utensils must be stacked immediately after washing

It is important to note that blower dryers do not guarantee fully dry wares, especially for

heavily nested items or concave dishware. The best results are achieved with high-temp

machines, where the residual heat from the final rinse works in tandem with airflow to

evaporate moisture. Blower dryers may increase energy consumption and add to the unit’s

footprint, so they’re best suited for operations where drying speed is critical — such as

banquet kitchens, healthcare dishrooms, or trayline services.

APPROVED Manufacturers for Conveyor Machines

Brand

Price

Range

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Centerline comes with any option needed such as

corner power scrapper & blower dryers; from 1 to 3 tank

units for any configuration.

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Available in high and low temp units, the CMD conveyors

are designed for use in kitchens with limited space

where high throughput is required.

$$$

Hobart covers all the needs with all EnergyStar units

with & SmartConnect with WiFi connection for Best-in-

Class washer performance time and again.

$$-$$$

Offering adjustable rinse for heavier soiled loads,

Jackson lives up to it's "Clean the First Time" mantra

with every machine.

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The SD-3 is the flagship door-type unit for Stero with

it's excellent pricing for a dependable, reliable machine

for operators to use day in and day out.

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