The crate washers from Elpress make sure that all the dirt on the crate, such as proteins, blood residues, fasts, sticker and glue residues and dried-on dirt, is removed using a powerful washing solution and high pressure water in a single wash cycle. This also removes the dirt that is invisible to your employees.
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The EKW crate washers are made of solid stainless steel sheets and sections and are placed on adjustable feet. The washing tunnel is provided with hinged doors. If a door is opened during cleaning, the installation stops immediately. The crates are transported through the system by a plastic transport chain. The rinse arches are provided with a large number of plastic click-nozzles. The EKW crate washers are suitable for crates with maximum dimensions of 600 x 400 x 300 mm (LxWxH).
The crates are transported into the EKW crate washer by a plastic transport chain. The transport chain ensures that the crates are moved through the various zones.
As already mentioned, the crate washer has different (optional) zones. We inform you about each zone here:
Here, spray nozzles clean the crates at a low water temperature (approx. 30-40 °C). This removes the blood and protein residues from the crates. The rough dirt particles are removed directly. If the temperature is too high (from 48 °C), the proteins will clump together (‘coagulate’).
In the main wash zone, spray nozzles clean the crates with hot water (approx. 50-65 °C). Fats and bacterial contaminants are removed in combination with the right chemicals. This keeps the germ count in the wash tank as low as possible.
In this zone, the products are rinsed with fresh cold or hot water, with the aim of effectively removing the cleaning/disinfectant agent. Rinsing with hot water helps with the drying of the crates. Our crate washers are designed in such a way as to enable optimal re-use of the rinse water containing the chemical residue.
Special dirt killers are used (at high pressure) to accurately remove sticker and adhesive residues. The crates are turned through 90° to enable all four sides to be treated. The fine microfilter ensures that the washing water remains free of small particles and is suitable for re-use.
In the blow off unit, air is blown over the crates by powerful stainless steel fans.The intelligent Elpress design heats the air (partly through recirculation) up to approx. 50 °C, which results in an even better blowing capacity. Depending on the type and desired result, a minimum amount of moisture remains in the crates after leaving the blow off unit.
Request informationA crate washer is available in several versions and with various additional options. In this way, the crate washer can always be adapted to the specific requirements and capacity of your business.
Max. 170 crates per hour
Main wash and rinse zone
Article number: 83101125
Max. 400 crates per hour
Main wash and rinse zone
Article number: 83101150
Max. 560 crates per hour
Main wash and rinse zone
Article number: 83101350
Max. 800 crates per hour
Pre wash, main wash and rinse zone
Article number: 83101650
Max. 960 crates per hour
Pre wash, main wash and rinse zone
Article number: 83101750
Max. 1120 crates per hour
Pre wash, main wash and rinse zone
Article number: 83101850
Max. 1650 crates per hour
Pre wash, main wash and rinse zone
Article number: 83101950
Max. 2240 cates per hour
Main wash and rinse zone
Article number: 83101855
Max. 3360 crates per hour
Main wash and rinse zone
Article number: 83101955
Max. 4480 crates per hour
Main wash and rinse zone
Article number: 83101985
Max. 5600 crates per hour
Main wash and rinse zone
Article number: 83101995
Max. 330 crates per hour, based on a crate length of 950 mm and dwell time of 50 seconds.
Pre-wash zone and rinse zone
Article number: 83102805
Max. 500 crates per hour, based on a crate length of 950 mm and dwell time of 50 seconds.
Pre-wash zone, main wash zone and rinse zone
Article number: 83102815
Max. 660 crates per hour, based on a crate length of 950 mm and dwell time of 50 seconds.
Pre-wash zone, main wash zone and rinse zone
Article number: 83102825
Max. 820 crates per hour, based on a crate length of 950 mm and dwell time of 50 seconds.
Pre-wash zone, main wash zone l, main wash zone ll and rinse zone
Article number: 83102835
Max. 1000 crates per hour, based on a crate length of 950 mm and dwell time of 50 seconds.
Pre-wash zone, main wash zone l, main wash zone ll and rinse zone
Article number: 83102845
Load carriers come in different shapes and sizes. CBL-crates, E2-crates and fish crates. These crates are used across a wide range of industries, including:
It is often possible to clean different types of crates in a standard crate washer. But it is important that the side of the crates that are put into the washer is reasonably uniform. So that the different types of crate run smoothly over the washer's guides. It is therefore important that this side has approximately the same width for all the crates, and that they do not differ too much in their design (the presence of indentations or cut outs).
For more information about crate types and the industries in which they are used, explore our sector page or read more about different types of crates in a crate washer.



The ECW crate washers are also available in a double version. By adding a second line, you double the capacity of the crate washer. This results in a capacity ranging from 2,240 to 5,600 crates per hour, depending on the version and crate type.
These double crate washers are constructed, just as single versions, of solid stainless steel sheets and sections, and are placed on adjustable feet. The crates are transported through the system by a plastic transport chain.
The functionalities of these crate washers are the same as the single versions. Characteristic of this line are the sloping roofs that ensure no water remains on the roof of the crate washer. With an advanced control system, you have better insights into the process and communication with the crate washer.
Elpress not only supplies carefully designed crate washers but also works with you to simplify and optimise your washing processes. Our certified crate washers are environmentally friendly and efficient, which saves you money. Water and energy are used sparingly with no detrimental effects on the cleaning itself. Features include:
As a customer, you therefore always benefit from a user-friendly, innovative, durable system that meets your specific requirements and comes with an attractive price tag. Are you interested in the possibilities, or would you like to know more about our crate washers? Then feel free to get in touch with us.
The EKW crate washers are made of solid stainless steel sheets and sections and are placed on adjustable feet. The washing tunnel is provided with hinged doors. If a door is opened during cleaning, the installation stops immediately. The crates are transported through the system by a plastic transport chain. The rinse arches are provided with a large number of plastic click-nozzles. The EKW crate washers are suitable for crates with maximum dimensions of 600 x 400 x 300 mm (lxwxh).
Advantages
● Low energy consumption
● Easy-to-adjust click-nozzles
● Made from stainless steel
● Optional one-person operation
Read here everything you have to think about when buying a crate washer.



The new visual inspection system makes it possible to check whether a crate has exited the crate washer in a clean and intact state. Five cameras are used to thoroughly inspect the inside and outside of the crates. Photos are taken at several points and the system can tell within just one second whether the crate is clean as well as intact.
The ELB crate washers are made from rugged stainless steel plates and profiles. These line machines are specially designed for cleaning live bird crates. These are crates that are used for the transportation of poultry (e.g. chickens or chicks).
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Have you purchased a crate washer to wash a certain number of crates per hour or per day, but your business is growing? A crate washer can be expanded at any time in the future. However: there is a ‘but’ here.
Adding to a crate washer requires a considerable ‘alteration’ of the machine. So expanding a crate washer is also time-intensive and a relatively big investment. Learn more about increasing the capacity of the crate washer.
Below are some frequently asked questions about crate washers.
Maintenance of a crate washer varies depending on the situation and may include tasks such as servicing pumps, replacing and adjusting nozzles, and troubleshooting malfunctions.
For service or support, please contact us at service@elpress.nl or reach out to your local dealer. For more information, visit our page on service and maintenance.
The crate washers are manufactured by Elpress. Our skilled team has the expertise and experience to design and build high-quality systems.
Yes, Elpress supplies crate washer machines directly to customers. In addition to manufacturing, we provide complete solutions, including delivery, installation and support. This ensures that each system is fully tailored to the specific requirements of your production environment.
The price of a crate washing machine depends largely on the specific configuration, available options, and your particular requirements.
If you would like to explore possibilities, please contact us at sales@elpress.nl
We understand that continuity in your production process is essential. That is why Elpress ensures a smooth transition when replacing a crate washer. Depending on the situation, there are various options: smaller machines can usually be replaced within a single day, while larger systems may be installed over the weekend or by temporarily relocating the old washer.
Our team tailors the schedule to your situation to ensure your production is disrupted as little as possible.
Do you want a no-obligation discussion about practical provisions that you can implement within your company? Then schedule an appointment with me.