New Generation Laundry
Faced with staff shortages, rising costs and growing market demands, laundries are actively seeking effective solutions to address both current and future challenges. With its latest innovations in automation, robotics, ergonomic workstations, sustainable processes and smart logistics, PERMAK//KANNEGIESSER invites its customers to work together to design tailored solutions that turn these challenges into opportunities and take laundromat operations to the next level.
The laundry industry is at a critical juncture where the need for efficiency, sustainability and quality is more urgent than ever. PERMAK//KANNEGIESSER is offering its customers the next level of technology and service that will enable them to successfully meet these challenges.
New Generation Automation
PERMAK//KANNEGIESSER offers new solutions in the field of robotics and software in response to the increasing demand for automation as a solution to personnel shortages and the need for more efficient production.
Highlights include the AutomaticDry Work Line, which includes the feeding robot Robofeed RFT and the Speedline folding machine for dry work processing. This system automatically feeds, folds, sorts and stacks mixed towel batches from hotels and hospitals. Using advanced camera technology together with PERMAK//KANNEGIESSER’s ServoTronic, the system efficiently separates and feeds individual products into the folding machine, processing more than 600 pieces per hour at maximum speed.
PERMAK//KANNEGIESSER's SmartLaundry eXperience offers a range of innovative solutions designed to automate, optimize and streamline laundry operations.
SmartVue is a graphical interface that allows laundries to visualize their entire operations on a virtual map. Operators can zoom in on specific machines, check performance, and even track the location of specific customer laundry batches in real time.
In addition, BatchPrinting and Pack&Label offer practical solutions to streamline operations even for smaller laundries. BatchPrinting provides automatic and therefore reliable program selection, even when using laundry carts. By printing machine-readable tickets after the dryer has been emptied, laundries can create a seamless flow of information from the washing to the finishing area. Operators can immediately obtain the correct processing program by scanning the barcode information on the ticket on the ironing line or on the dry-job folding machine. During transport, Pack&Label is a reliable solution for complete and rapid commissioning. Laundry carts are marked for shipment using automatically generated packing lists indicating the product quantities for each customer.
The PERMAK//KANNEGIESSER monorail system with eVueControl for laundry logistics offers a seamless, automatic laundry transport solution that is easy to install yet extremely reliable to use.
New Generation Sorting
Sorting is a critical process in every laundromat, and PERMAK//KANNEGIESSER is setting new standards with its latest innovations. PERMAK//KANNEGIESSER’s sorting solutions are as diverse as the laundries they serve and offer a variety of systems tailored to the different stages of the laundromat’s operating process. These solutions can identify and separate products by size, color, barcode and RFID technology to meet the specific needs of every laundromat, from the dirty side to the clean side and even inside the machine.
The launch of PERMAK//KANNEGIESSER’s automatic sorting system for dirty clothes marks a major leap forward in laundry automation. This system uses RFID chips embedded in clothing to automatically identify and sort laundry into laundry carts or bags. It also has the unique feature of detecting foreign objects in clothing, even in thick industrial clothing, using X-ray technology, preventing damage to machines and ensuring the safety of employees.
Another revolution in sorting capacity is the SFM-E folding machine for plain linen. It automatically sorts and stacks six different types of products, such as sheets and tablecloths, in both single- and double-lane operation. The SFM-E can process up to 1,800 items per hour in single-lane operation and 2,000 items per hour in double-lane operation, making it the ideal solution for laundries dealing with a wide variety of textiles.
In ready-to-wear logistics, PERMAK//KANNEGIESSER offers the TLL system, which automates the process of matching garments to hangers in a small tunnel using RFID technology. Unlike other solutions, TLL significantly speeds up the identification process, enabling garments to be identified faster and more reliably than ever before. Employees no longer have to match the product to the hanger during the loading process. This not only simplifies the workflow, but also increases efficiency and accuracy in garment processing.
New Generation Ergonomics
Ergonomics is a key focus in PERMAK//KANNEGIESSER's vision for the modern laundry, and innovations are designed to reduce physical strain on employees while increasing productivity.
The EMR SynchroPro Remote Feeder is a standout example, providing a 37.5% increase in feeding capacity and significantly reducing physical stress on operators. Automatic product lift allows workers to easily move large, heavy products, improving both productivity and workplace safety.
Similarly, the EMH ErgoSpeed is designed to process up to 1,800 sheets per hour with minimal operator effort. The machine’s ergonomic design, including adjustable input panels and a feed station height that keeps arms below heart level, allows operators to work comfortably and efficiently.
The X-Loader for garment processing offers a perfect blend of productivity and ergonomic design. Its height-adjustable feeding station and intuitive controls make it easy to use and enable workers to maintain high levels of productivity with minimal physical strain.
Top Quality
High-quality results are essential in the textile service sector, where customers expect nothing less than flawless linen and clothing. PERMAK//KANNEGIESSER innovations are designed to ensure that laundries consistently meet these expectations. This means producing correctly stacked linen with a smooth surface and a reliably clean wash every time, free of stains, marks or holes.
In washing, the PowerTrans Vario batch washing machine offers unique washing results thanks to its ActiveDrop technology, which ensures perfect washing mechanics while being gentle on the fabrics. It works deep into the fibres, ensuring washing performance, textile care and a hygiene guarantee never seen or felt before.
The SynchroPro feeding machine takes linen feeding to the next level, combining dynamics, precision and reliability thanks to the advanced SwiftCare system. It redefines how textiles are processed by ensuring that the leading edge enters the ironing line in perfect alignment. This is achieved by a rotating transfer bar that quickly picks up each item, gently places it without spreading it and fixes it with a powerful vacuum, eliminating the need for a clamping bar. The result is reliable and flawless leading edge quality that ensures perfect ironing and folding quality.
Quantex further enhances quality control by automatically detecting stains, holes and irregularities in textiles, ensuring that only flawless products reach the customer.
In garment folding, the FA-X series offers solutions with both manual and automatic feeding, providing flexibility and precision in garment processing. The system's advanced sensor technology ensures that each product is folded according to its specific requirements, delivering consistent, high-quality results.
New Generation Sustainability
Sustainability is not just a trend; it is a necessity for modern laundries. PERMAK//KANNEGIESSER's innovations in this area are designed to reduce energy and water consumption, resulting in cost savings and a smaller environmental footprint.
The XStream tunnel iron is a prime example of this commitment to sustainability. With its newly designed reverse flow concept, the Xstream achieves the same efficiency with three modules as a standard tunnel iron with four modules, saving time, energy and space.
The innovative process control Eco2Power combines lowest energy consumption with maximum performance, resulting in a low energy consumption of 1.1 kWh/ltr evaporated water while reducing overall process times. This system makes PowerDry the most efficient transfer dryer on the market. In ironing, the HPM ironer with heating band technology from PERMAK//KANNEGIESSER offers high performance with significantly reduced energy consumption, making it the most energy-efficient ironing solution available.
