If you’ve ever had to shut down a dryer or washer due to a faulty circuit board, you know how frustrating it can be. Waiting for a replacement can take weeks, leaving your equipment idle and your customers dissatisfied. What if you could eliminate these issues from your laundry operations entirely? That’s the question we heard from many in the industry, and it’s why Vartex developed Smart Control. And whether you use a Girbau, Tolon, Danube, or IPSO machine, Smart Control should be match.
The Problem with Circuit Boards
Traditional industrial washers rely on printed circuit boards (PCBs) to run their software, which can quickly become outdated. When a malfunction occurs, the entire machine is at a standstill. Worse yet, these circuit boards can’t be repaired in parts—if one thing breaks, the whole board needs to be replaced. This creates downtime that eats into your profits and service reliability.
There’s an additional complication with the latest inverters, which need to match the specific speed and settings of these outdated boards. This makes it harder to replace aging components and keep machines running smoothly. The answer isn’t more circuit boards, but rather a modern solution like Smart Control.
Enter Smart Control for Girbau, Tolon, Danube, IPSO, Primus….
Smart Control is Vartex’s in-house solution for industrial washers, designed to be the future of laundry equipment control. It ditches the fragile circuit boards and runs on Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) from Schneider Electric, making it more durable, adaptable, and easy to service. If an issue arises, replacement parts are readily available from various suppliers, freeing you from being tied to the original manufacturer.
With Smart Control, Vartex has revolutionized the way washers operate by focusing on three core principles:
- User-friendliness: Operators can easily monitor the machine’s status at a glance, thanks to a well-designed interface.
- Efficiency: You can customize washing programs to tailor water usage, dosage, and cleaning cycles. This leads to optimized operations and cost savings.
- Universality: Whether you’re using a Girbau, Dunube, UNICA, Primus, UniMac, IPSO, Tolon, etc., Smart Control is compatible with nearly any washer, making it a versatile solution.
- Built with reliable Schneider Electric components, Smart Control offers a more durable solution than traditional circuit boards. What’s more, these parts are easily found in many technical stores, allowing laundries to replace them quickly without depending on specific manufacturers.
More Volume, Zero Added Costs
In a case study by Schneider Electric, Smart Control users saw impressive results:
- 30% more laundry volume without increasing operational costs.
- An average 20% boost in output for clients.
- Automation of data collection, saving both time and money.
By reorganizing the washing process with Smart Control, laundry businesses can drastically cut down on errors and streamline operations. The control system’s intuitive interface makes it easy for operators to choose the right washing programs quickly, reducing both time and mistakes.
Clean Green and Save Water
Not only does Smart Control help you operate more efficiently, but it also promotes eco-friendly practices. Research shows that when a 68 kg washer is loaded with 45 kg of linen, Smart Control can help you save up to 34% in water usage. By adjusting water flow to match the load, you’re cleaning green without sacrificing quality.
Future-Proof Your Laundry Operations
As technology advances, the days of relying on circuit boards are numbered. It’s time to step into the future with solutions that offer greater control, flexibility, and efficiency. By upgrading to Smart Control, you can avoid the headaches caused by faulty circuit boards and outdated technology, while increasing your operational capacity.
For more information or if you have any questions, feel free to reach out to our team. We’re here to provide the answers and guidance you need to transform your laundry operations. You can also download our brochures in both English and Spanish using the links below. We look forward to assisting you!
Smart Control for Washers: (English, Spanish)
Smart Control for Dryers: (English, Spanish)
WhatsApp / Tel: (+31) 6 25 45 59 07
Mail: info@vartex.nl
If you’re interested in becoming a distributor of Smart Control for Washers & Dryers or other Smart Laundry products by Vartex, we invite you to explore our Authorized Reseller Program.