Glass Washers - Laboratory News

Laboratory glass washers, also known as laboratory dishwashers, are essential for ensuring consistent, reproducible cleaning of laboratory glassware and utensils. Used across research, clinical, pharmaceutical, and industrial laboratories, they help improve hygiene standards, reduce manual handling, and increase workflow efficiency. Selecting the right laboratory glass washer is key to maintaining sample integrity and meeting regulatory requirements.  

🔍 Key Considerations When Selecting a Laboratory Glass Washer
1. Type of Laboratory Glass Washer - Laboratory glass washers are available in several configurations to suit different laboratory layouts and throughput requirements:
- Under-bench glass washers – Compact and space-saving, ideal for small to medium laboratories.
- Freestanding glass washers – Offer increased capacity and flexibility for multi-user environments.
- Large-capacity or pass-through washers – Designed for high-throughput laboratories and cleanroom or controlled environments.  
2. Cleaning Performance and Programmes - Effective cleaning relies on programmable cycles that can be tailored to different glassware types and contamination levels. Look for washers offering:
- Customisable wash, rinse, and drying cycles
- Adjustable water temperature and pressure
- Dedicated programmes for laboratory glassware, plastics, and utensils
Reliable cleaning performance ensures reproducibility and reduces the risk of cross-contamination. 
3. Chamber Size and Load Capacity - Select a washer that matches your typical workload:
- Small capacity – Suitable for teaching labs or low-throughput environments.
- Medium capacity – Ideal for routine laboratory use. ~
- High capacity – Best for pharmaceutical, research, or industrial labs with large volumes of glassware.
Internal chamber design and spray arm configuration also affect loading efficiency and cleaning consistency.
4. Racking and Accessories - A wide range of modular racks and inserts allows flexibility for different glassware types, including:
- Flasks, beakers, and test tubes
- Volumetric glassware
- Pipettes and narrow-necked vessels
Correct racking ensures thorough internal and external cleaning.  
5. Drying Systems - Efficient drying is essential to prevent water marks and microbial growth. Common options include:
- Hot air drying – Fast and effective for most laboratory applications.
- HEPA-filtered drying – Provides enhanced air quality for sensitive or regulated environments.  
6. Water and Energy Efficiency - Modern laboratory glass washers are designed to minimise water and energy consumption while maintaining high cleaning standards. Look for features such as:
- Load-sensing technology
- Optimised water usage per cycle
- Heat recovery systems
These features support sustainability and reduce running costs.  
7. Data Logging and Compliance - Many laboratory washers now include digital controls, USB or network connectivity, and data recording. These features support GLP/GMP compliance, traceability, and quality assurance in regulated laboratories.  

🛠 Example: Miele Laboratory Glass Washers
Miele is a well-known manufacturer of laboratory cleaning systems, offering a broad range of laboratory glass washers designed for precision, reliability, and long-term performance. Examples include:
- Miele PG 8583 – A compact under-bench laboratory glass washer suitable for routine laboratory cleaning tasks.
- Miele PG 8593 – A freestanding model offering greater capacity and flexible racking options.
- Miele PLW Series – Designed for high-throughput and regulated environments, with advanced programme control and data connectivity.
These models demonstrate the variety of configurations available to suit different laboratory requirements.  

💡 Quick Buying Tips
- Match washer size and configuration to laboratory space and throughput.
- Ensure compatible racking for all glassware types used.
- Choose programmable cleaning and drying cycles for flexibility.
- Consider water and energy efficiency for long-term cost savings.
- Look for data logging features if working in regulated environments.  

🤔 Need Further Help?
If you are unsure which laboratory glass washer best suits your application, consult our sales team who will be happy to help go through options with you.

Introduction
Miele ExploreLine PLW 8604 & ExpertLine PLW 8683 Laboratory Glass Washers from WolfLabs.   
Miele’s ExploreLine PLW 8604 and ExpertLine PLW 8683 laboratory glassware washers represent the next generation of automated cleaning solutions. Engineered for both educational and high-throughput laboratory environments, these washers deliver unmatched efficiency, reproducibility and ease-of-use.

Features & Benefits
- Rapid, Resource-Efficient Cleaning – The PLW 8604 washes up to 60 items in just 24 minutes, using 63 % less water than manual cleaning, saving time and reducing utility costs.
- User-Friendly Touch Control – Both models offer intuitive M Touch or M Touch Flex displays, providing predefined cycles, Multilingual menus, and clear programme status.
- Flexible Loading via EasyLoad – A modular rack system and interchangeable injectors adapt to various labware types, protecting delicate items and maximising throughput.
- Advanced Drying Options – The ExpertLine 8683 features EcoDry with AutoOpen and optional DryPlus hot-air drying, ensuring rapid, residue-free drying.
- Connectivity & Sustainability – Wi‑Fi and LAN enabled via Miele MOVE Connect, plus long-term servicing (15 000 hrs) and reduced consumption of water, energy and detergents.

Miele’s ExploreLine and ExpertLine washers set new standards in laboratory glassware cleaning, delivering consistently high hygiene, enhanced lab safety, and eco-efficient processes.

Introduction
Lancer / Getinge ULTIMA 1600LXP/HE Glass washer from Wolflabs.
The 1600 LXP/HE is designed for maximum productivity and throughput for large centralized washing facilities or in laboratories with large non-standard sized items. It can wash and dry on four levels simultaneously, in up to 5 rack positions to maximize flexibility and use of chamber space. The 1600 LXP/HE supports you with increased process monitoring options to ensure process control and a reliable cleaning result.

Features and benefits
- High performance in a compact footprint
- Five pre-set programs cover the most common routine cleaning applications
- Easy and efficient performance with user-friendly interface
- High-quality construction for a long-lasting investment
- High throughput chamber with a total loading capacity of 500 litres

Introduction
Miele SlimLine PLW 7111 glass washer from Wolflabs.
SlimLine laboratory glasswashers from the PLW 7111 series set new standards in performance and user-friendliness. An entirely redesigned washing system boasts considerably better performance compared with the previous model series and, thanks to a variable-speed pump, is able to adjust circulation pressure and water consumption to each load.

Features and benefits
- Intelligent controls with 7" colour touch display
- Small footprint with a width of just 650 mm
- 192 bottles (100 ml) or 108 bottles (250 ml) in a single cycle
- USB interface integrated in machine front
- High-performance and intelligent pump system with variable-speed pump

Introduction
Tuttnauer Tiva 8 glass washer from Wolflabs.
Tuttnauer's TIVA8 Lab line Washers contain unrivalled levels of efficiency that deliver on water and energy savings. The high-quality system is specifically designed for research intensive laboratory settings that offer automated cleaning and drying of typical laboratory glassware, as well as miscellaneous plastic items used in research facilities.

Features and benefits
- Touch keyboard with colour 3.5” LCD graphic display
- Alarm-check system
- Connectivity: Data transfer via USB and RS232
- Microcontroller managing multiple sensors data to support smooth efficient and reliable operation
- Long-lasting components require minimal servicing with easy-to-remove and wash spray arms

Introduction
Lancer / Getinge ULTIMA 1600LXP glass washer from Wolflabs.

Features and benefits
- The high-resolution touchscreen colour display is easy to read from a distance
- High-performance insulation contains heat, limits energy consumption and minimises noise
- Two integrated automatic chemical dosing pumps are standard on all models
- Optional height extension increases chamber, door and unit height by 250 mm (AA90010687)
- Pre-set or user programmed cycles are fully adjustable to permit multiple combinations of prewash, wash, rinse, acid rinse, purified final rinse, HEPA filtered forced air drying, controlled duration, temperature and more

New product added to website - 98028710 - Glass washer laboratory grade Miele G7804 AE-ADP underbench 13 amp power supply - maximum temperature 70ºC including pump for final rinse

5806980-Offer - Wolf special offer - Glass washer Miele G7883 under-bench, does not dry, maximum temperature 93°C, pump included, triple phase power supply, exterior dimensions 600w x 600d x 850h mm OFFER ENDS 2013-09-27 - £4201.50

5807100-Offer - Wolf special offer - Glass washer Miele G7883 under-bench, does not dry, maximum temperature 93°C, pump included, single phase power supply, exterior dimensions 600w x 600d x 850h mm OFFER ENDS 2013-09-27 - £4201.50

5806990-Offer - Wolf special offer - Glass washer Miele G7883CD under-bench, with active drying, maximum temperature 93°C, pump included, triple phase power supply, exterior dimensions 900w x 700d x 820h mm OFFER ENDS 2013-09-27 - £5883.75

5807110-Offer - Wolf special offer - Glass washer Miele G7883CD under-bench, with active drying, maximum temperature 93°C, pump included, single phase power supply, exterior dimensions 900w x 700d x 820h mm OFFER ENDS 2013-09-27 - £5883.75

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5807100-Offer - Wolf special offer - Glass washer Miele G7883 under-bench, does not dry, maximum temperature 93°C, pump included, single phase power supply, exterior dimensions 600w x 600d x 850h mm OFFER ENDS 31-03-2014

Entry level laboratory glass washer at an excellent price

5900560-Offer - Wolf special offer - Glass washer Miele G7804 under-bench, does not dry, maximum temperature 70°C, pump not included, single phase power supply, exterior dimensions 600w x 600d x 850h mm OFFER ENDS 24-12-2014

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9392590-Offer - Wolf special offer - Glass washer Miele G7804 AE-ADP under-bench, does not dry, maximum temperature 70°C, pump included, single phase power supply, exterior dimensions 600w x 600d x 850h mm OFFER ENDS 24-12-2014

Almost £2,000 off Miele's most popular glass washer

5806980-Offer - Wolf special offer - Glass washer Miele G7883 under-bench, does not dry, maximum temperature 93°C, pump included, triple phase power supply, exterior dimensions 600w x 600d x 850h mm OFFER ENDS 24-12-2014

Two new package offers on Miele glass washers here http://www.wolflabs.co.uk/laboratory-products/glass-washers-laboratory

New 1400LX, 1600LXP and 1800LXA from Lancer/Getinge have been added.

Discounts of over 20% - http://www.wolflabs.co.uk/laboratory-products/glass-washers-laboratory

Introduction
New PG8536 CD, PG8583 CD and PG8535 CD series glass washers from Miele have been added. Miele lab washers, fitted with various injector units, baskets and inserts, for analytically pure results on glassware in research and production and in other analytical fields including microbiology and biotechnology.

Features and benefits
PG8536 
- Freely programmable controls with 18 programmes
- Width 90 cm, Height 117.5 cm
- Capacity/cycle e.g. 66 narrow-necked glasses, 96 pipettes, 1600 test tubes
- Hot-air drying unit
- Spray arm sensing
- 2 integrated dispenser pumps for detergent/neutralising agent, up to 5 dispenser pumps optional (depending on model)
- Ultrasound flow control
- Optional: Conductivity meter
- Network interface for process documentation

PG8583
- Capacity per cycle: e.g. 128 laboratory flasks or 98 pipettes together with other laboratory glassware
- Width 60 cm
- 3-phase supply
- EcoDry drying
- Depending on version, up to 2 integrated dispenser pumps for liquid products
- Process documentation option via software (using Ethernet module) or USB solution/printer (with RS 232 module)

PG8535
- Freely programmable controls with 17 programmes
- Width 90 cm, Height 82 cm, without lid
- Capacity/cycle e.g. 37 narrow-necked glasses, 96 pipettes, 1600 test tubes
- Hot-air drying unit
- Spray arm sensing
- 2 integrated dispenser pumps for liquid detergent and neutralising agent
- Drawer for 2 x 5 l canisters
- Three-phase supply
- Network interface for process documentation
- Automatic load carrier detection
- Accessories: Stainless-steel lid

Introduction
Lancer/Getinge undercounter laboratory washers provide professional features, high performance cleaning and repeatable cleaning results to fit any lab and laboratory application. Providing efficient direct injection cleaning, Lancer/Getinge undercounter washers provide two independent wash levels and easily interchangeable racks between levels. High grade stainless steel on all sides allows for stand alone applications or they can be placed under standard laboratory casework.

Features and benefits
- Direct injection cleaning
- Flexibility with two independent wash levels and interchangeable racks
- Dosing by two peristaltic pumps
- High grade stainless steel clad on all sides for stand alone applications

Prices starting at £2524 - http://www.wolflabs.co.uk/laboratory-products/glass-washers-laboratory

Introduction
Miele G7825 laboratory glass washer from Wolflabs. The G7825 series was designed with the requirements of larger laboratories in mind. With a width of only 900 mm, these machines are the ideal proposition in cases where space is at a premium. 

Features and benefits
- Front-loading unit with single bottom-hinged door
- 108 narrow-necked glasses or 104 pipettes
- Stand-alone or side-by-side installation
- Width 900 mm
- Modular approach with customised features to meet individual requirements
- Single-chamber system for washing, disinfection and drying
- Service-friendly design
- Heater elements outside inner cabinet
- Low heat and sound energy dissipation thanks to double-skinned design
- Hygienic freshwater system with fresh water intake for each programme stage
- Cleaning, disinfection and drying in a closed-circuit system
- 2 spray arms in cabinet for thorough cleaning of external glassware surfaces
- Spray arms with high jet impact force
- Full water jet access, ensuring optimum results
- Direct docking of upper baskets to water circuit for maximum utilisation of wash liquor
- Thorough cleaning of lumens with injector system Standard features
- 2 high-performance circulation pumps
- Triple filtration with large surface filter, coarse filter and micro-fine filter
- Filters in inlet hoses
- Flowmeter to monitor water intake quantities
- 1 drain valve Dispenser systems
- 2 dispenser pumps for liquid detergent and neutralising agent Controls
- Freely programmable PROFITRONIC controls
- 64 programme slots with 17 standard washing and disinfection programmes 8 service programmes 39 vacant programme slots
- User navigation with local-language display
- Display of programme selection and programming dialogs, programme sequence, temperature, countdown time, faults, operating hours.
- Compilation of new programmes using machine controls or using PC/laptop via optical interface
- Serial RS 232 interface for process documentation
- Optical interface for service and maintenance Safety features
- Electric door lock
- Programme safety cut out
- Peak-load negotiation
- Optical and acoustic signal at end of programme
- 2 sensors, 1 each for temperature control and monitoring
- Port for simple positioning of sensors in the wash cabinet for process validation
- Sensors in cabinet and a magnetic strip on mobile units for automatic allocat

Introduction
Miele PG8504 AD PD laboratory glass washer from Wolflabs. 

Features and benefits
- Capacity per cycle: up to 64 injector nozzles together with other laboratory glassware
- Width 60cm
- 13 amp supply
- Touch control
- Door dispenser for powder detergent, dispensing of liquid detergent via external connection

New ULTIMA glass washers from Lancer / Getinge have been added.
 

Introduction
Miele PG8593 AD glass washer from Wolflabs.

Features and benefits
- Capacity per cycle: e.g. 128 laboratory flasks or 98 pipettes together with other laboratory glassware
- Width 60 cm
- 3-phase supply
- Integrated DryPlus hot-air drying
- Integrated dispenser pump for liquid detergent
- Including external dispenser module for liquid detergents
- Process documentation optional via software (using Ethernet module) or USB/printer (with RS 232 module)

Discounts of over 20% - http://www.wolflabs.co.uk/laboratory-products/glass-washers-laboratory

Dear Stephen,

Thanks a lot for your prompt and excellent assistance.

Yours

Mark

Introduction

Laboratory dishwasher with feed pump for AD water, liquid dispensing & EcoDry function.

Features and benefits

- Perf./cycle, e.g. 128 laboratory flasks
- Efficient use of resources - variable speed heater pump
- Safety through monitoring - wash pressure and spray arm monitoring
- Convenient drying support - EcoDry
- Total security - link to process documentation possible

Hi Debbie
Yep, all in and sorted thanks.
Thank-you for your help, patience and tenacity, it has been greatly appreciated.
Have a good one
Kind regards
Lee

Discounts of almost 25% - https://www.wolflabs.co.uk/laboratory-products/glass-washers-laboratory

Prices starting at £2870 - https://www.wolflabs.co.uk/laboratory-products/glass-washers-laboratory

New Slimline 4 laboratory glass washers from Miele.

Features and benefits
- Simple and efficient cleaning processes.
- Compact machine dimensions combined with large chamber capacity.
- Spotless results through combination of programme cycle and process chemicals.
- Visual monitoring of chamber.

Introduction
Miele PG8583 CD ADP laboratory glass washer from Wolflabs. 

Features and benefits
- Efficient hot air drying.
- Optimum cleaning performance.
- Low consumption values.
- Spray arm pressure monitoring.
- Conductivity monitoring.

New Ultima LX laboratory glass washers from Lancer / Getinge have been added.

Introduction
Lancer / Getinge ULTIMA 1800LXA laboratory glasswasher from Wolflabs.

Features and benefits
- User-friendly interfaces.
- Quiet operation.
- Preset or user programmed cycles are fully adjustable.
- Chamber walls made in durable AISI 316L stainless steel material.
- Injector jet performance provides inside out wash and rinse functions.

Glass washer sustainability tips
Wolflabs is committed to halving its carbon emissions by 2030. We would also like to help our customers. Hopefully these tips will be of use to you. If you can think of more, please Email Us.

1. Only run the glasswasher when it is fully loaded. Your machine uses the same amount of water per cycle, unless you have a setting that allows for less water use, so running a cycle only when full is more sustainable and should result in running the machine less frequent.

2. Use an eco-friendly, all-natural detergent, this is not only better for the planet but is also kinder to your machine and should extend the life of your glasswasher. You can find our range of detergents here.

3. If your glasswasher has a setting labelled "eco-friendly", use it. If it does not, then consider washing your load at a lower temperature. The cooler the water you use, the less energy is used.

4. Many machines have a dry cycle option, instead of letting your washer use electric heat or a fan to dry the load, just open the door at the end of the washing cycle and let them air dry.

5. Carry out a regular visual check of the dispensing system for any damage. Equipment not running to it's full potential will waste energy.

If you would like more information on increasing sustainability through routine maintenance, contact Emma Jones in our service team.
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