What the operation consumes.
WHY THEY DETERMINE VIABILITY
They are the largest variable costs and the commonest cause of stoppage.
WHAT TO ESTABLISH ABOUT WATER
Source and reliability Quality and required treatment Storage sufficient for a full day Pressure adequate for machines
WHY STORAGE MATTERS
A laundry without water stops entirely.
HOW MUCH
Enough for a day's production, at minimum.
WHAT TO CALCULATE
Water consumed per kilogram processed.
WHAT REDUCES IT
Correct load sizes Machines in good condition Reusing final rinse water for initial wash, where practical and safe
WHAT TO ESTABLISH ABOUT POWER
Total load including heating Starting loads of motors What happens during interruption
WHY INTERRUPTION MATTERS
Wet laundry left in machines develops odour and requires rewashing.
WHAT TO ESTABLISH
What happens to work in progress during an outage.
WHAT TO PROVIDE
Backup sufficient for at least completing loads in progress.
WHAT HEATING METHODS EXIST
Electric Gas Steam from a boiler
WHAT TO COMPARE
Cost per unit of heat delivered.
WHY
It is frequently the largest single cost decision.
WHAT BOILERS REQUIRE
Competent installation and operation Regular inspection Water treatment Safety devices maintained
WHY
Boilers are a serious hazard when neglected.
WHAT TO ESTABLISH
Who is competent to operate it.
WHAT TO MEASURE
Water and power per kilogram, monthly.
