Hire cleaning equipment for catering events: glass washers, washing-up bowls and general cleaning supplies. Available for all event sizes.
Expo Hire stocks cleaning equipment for events that generate large volumes of glassware and crockery. The range includes commercial glass washers, glass wash tanks, washing-up equipment and cleaning accessories. Keeping up with glasswash during a busy service is one of the more overlooked logistics challenges, and the right equipment makes a significant difference to how smoothly the evening runs.
Commercial glass washers complete a full wash cycle in 90 to 120 seconds per rack. A single machine handles 600 to 800 glasses per hour, which is sufficient for a bar serving up to around 150 to 200 people at a steady pace. For events with peaks in service, or where the bar runs at capacity for long periods, a second machine is worth including in the kit.
Glass wash tanks are the manual alternative. A heated tank with chemical dosing keeps glasses clean where a machine is not practical, either because of drainage constraints or because the event size does not justify a full machine. They work well for smaller pop-up bars and outdoor events where mains drainage is limited.
Washing-up bowls, racks, brushes and drying equipment complete the cleaning setup for crockery. A temporary kitchen or catering area without a fixed dishwasher needs manual washing kit as a fallback. Glass cloths and polishing cloths are available from the cloths and towels range.
Any event using hired glassware and crockery needs a glasswash plan. Without one, glasses run out mid-service. A glass washer turns glasses around in under two minutes, meaning a sensible hire quantity can cover far more covers than the raw glass count suggests.
Outdoor bars at festivals, garden parties and beer festivals all benefit from a glass washer rather than manual washing. The throughput is faster and the results are more consistent throughout a long service.
Wedding venues without a commercial dishwasher need cleaning equipment for the catering operation. A glass washer handles the bar glasses while manual washing covers the crockery, or vice versa, depending on what other equipment is available on site.
Glass washers require a mains water connection, a drain and a 13A or 16A power supply. Connection requirements are listed on individual product pages. Chemical detergent and rinse aid are available alongside the machine. Expo Hire delivers cleaning equipment across England and Wales. Book at least a week ahead for events using a full glass washer.
There’s no need to worry about a damage deposit when placing an event hire order with Expo Hire. Instead, we run a free minor damage waiver scheme to cover minor damage or loss, so you don’t need to worry if you break the odd glass or plate. We do charge for excessive or negligent loss or damage at 10x the hire price. Please check our terms and conditions for full details.
Working out delivery costs is easy with Expo Hire; simply use our carriage calculator to find which of our branches is near to you. Tap your postcode in and it will confirm not only whether we cover that postcode or not, but also which of our 11 branches is closest to you and the cost for delivery from that branch, as well as the list of possible extra charges. Heavy furniture like sofas or equipment like large fridges will require a second person in the van and this will be added in the checkout.
Once you have filled your basket and confirmed your delivery dates and postcode in the checkout, we will show you an itemised cost for delivery so you know exactly what you’re paying for before you place your order.
Want to know when your delivery is coming? You can track your driver using our real time maps on the day of delivery and collection. Simply enter your postcode and order number into our order tracking page and find out when our driver will be with you. You can also use the link we send you by automated text.
Planning a big event in the future? At Expo Hire we can help you secure your event hire booking quickly without it costing the Earth. If your hire charge is over £500, you can now book your hire equipment with just a 25% deposit, paying the remainder up to 28 days prior to delivery. All you need to do is select the deposit option when checking out. Full details are available in our terms and conditions.
