Grand Wayne Convention Center

Dishroom Renovation

The Project

The dishroom at Grand Wayne Convention Center had fallen behind the operation it supported. Equipment and worktables competed for limited floor space, creating a congested workflow, extra handling of wares, and areas that were hard to reach for proper cleaning and sanitation. The space also looked dated and no longer reflected the standards of a modern foodservice operation.

With HRI serving as design consultant, the dishroom was completely redesigned around an open-concept layout built for efficiency, sanitation, and ease of operation. New Hobart and Aerowerks equipment brings energy, water, and labor-saving features to the heart of the operation.

Project Goals:

– Open up a cluttered, congested floor plan.
– Create clear work and traffic paths for staff.
– Improve the flow of soiled and clean wares and cut down on unnecessary handling.
– Eliminate hard-to-reach areas to support proper cleaning and sanitation.
– Reduce operating costs with energy, water, and labor-saving equipment.

Project Successes

The Results

  • A streamlined, open layout: The new arrangement replaced a crowded footprint with clear work zones and traffic paths, making the space easier to move through.
  • Smoother ware flow: Soiled and clean wares now move through the dishwashing process more efficiently, with less unnecessary handling along the way.
  • Lower operating costs: Modern equipment and system upgrades bring energy, water, and labor-saving features that help reduce costs while improving productivity.
  • A cleaner, more comfortable workspace: The renovated dishroom is brighter, more professional, easier to maintain, and more comfortable for employees.

Old Equipment Replaced

  • Hobart C86 Conveyor Machine
  • Fastrack Tray Conveyor System

New Equipment

  • Hobart CLPS86eN Advansys
  • Aerowerks Low-Profile Soiled Breakdown System & Large Curved Roller Clean Dish Table

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