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ExploreLine PLW 8604: Performance Is Handmade. Not Handwashed.

Performance in your lab is crucial – and by switching from manual to automated lab glassware cleaning you can take the load off your hands and save valuable time and resources. Take the next step in your lab with our new ExploreLine – for simple, safe, sustainable and cost-efficient lab glassware cleaning.

ExploreLine PLW 8604 laboratory glassware washer

Our ExploreLine lab glassware washer represents the effective and economical solution for laboratories in schools, universities, small businesses and, in fact, anywhere requiring simple solutions.

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Switch to machine-based laboratory glassware cleaning and benefit from up to:

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59 %¹ less time

Commercial laboratory glassware washers achieve the desired results in a shorter time. Clean 60 items of glassware in just 24 minutes.

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63 %¹ less water

The efficient and precisely metered use of water saves valuable resources.

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150 %¹ greater performance

Compared with manual cleaning, a laboratory glassware washer is able to clean more glassware and utensils in the same space of time. Up to 64 items of narrow-necked glassware per cycle.

All this and more with ExploreLine

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Simple

Benefit from intuitive operation and many other features that make your everyday laboratory work easier.

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Cost-efficient

Use your employees’ valuable time for other tasks

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Safe

Rely on a standardised, reproducible process for analytical purity and protection for your employees

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Sustainable

Save valuable resources compared to cleaning laboratory glassware manually – in every wash cycle.

ExploreLine PLW 8604 laboratory glassware washer

Your starting point for machine-based laboratory glassware cleaning

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Front view of a stainless steel ExploreLine PLW 8604 laboratory washer.
Front view of an open ExploreLine laboratory washer with standard equipment.

Your laboratory. Your choice.

ExploreLine laboratory washer with an example configuration of baskets and inserts.

A recommended simple starting point

Here is an example configuration showing you how you can get your everyday laboratory work done easily and efficiently:

Make your choice and receive a tailored quote

Nobody knows your laboratory like you do. We offer a wide range of different accessories and detergents so that you can perfectly match our products to your individual needs. Choose your package you would like and receive a tailored quote from us:

 

PLW 8604Laboratory dishwasher with DI water connection.
Product details
PLW 8604Laboratory dishwasher  with DI water connection.
  • Performance/cycle, e.g. 64 narrow-necked/laboratory glasses w/ injector nozzles
    Further stacking options
    At the same time it is possible to reprocess other laboratory glassware in the upper basket.
  • Flexible and simple – modular load carriers & EasyLoad system
    Versatile load carriers
    The versatile load carriers from Miele Professional offer a wide array of possibilities with regard to loading. The load carriers can be flexibly adapted to the load items in just a few steps with a small number of load carriers in combination with some additional modules and inserts. This saves costs as well as space.
    EasyLoad
    The EasyLoad system makes reprocessing laboratory glassware considerably faster, simpler and more reliable. The biggest benefit afforded by the new system is that load items can be positioned over nozzles both more simply and faster as height adjustment of the holders is no longer necessary thanks to the smart combination of nozzles and holder racks. This makes correct positioning extremely easy.
  • Excellent user convenience with touch display – M Touch Basic
    M Touch Basic controls
    Use all dishwashing programmes and machine functions conveniently with a touch of a fingertip on the clear text touch display.
  • Dispense process chemicals easily: Powder dispenser in the door
  • Connectivity as standard via WiFi
    Complete documentation
    The machine is delivered with a WiFi communication module as standard, which is able to establish a secure state-of-the-art network connection. The module supports the connection of compatible process documentation software solutions and network printers.
  • With DI water connection – final rinse with DI water
Notes
    Subject to technical changes; no liability accepted for the accuracy of the information given! Figures as examples for showing the product benefit. 
    PLW 8604 [ADP]Laboratory dishwasher with feed pump for DI water.
    Product details
    PLW 8604 [ADP]Laboratory dishwasher  with feed pump for DI water.
    • Performance/cycle, e.g. 64 narrow-necked/laboratory glasses w/ injector nozzles
      Further stacking options
      At the same time it is possible to reprocess other laboratory glassware in the upper basket.
    • Flexible and simple – modular load carriers & EasyLoad system
      Versatile load carriers
      The versatile load carriers from Miele Professional offer a wide array of possibilities with regard to loading. The load carriers can be flexibly adapted to the load items in just a few steps with a small number of load carriers in combination with some additional modules and inserts. This saves costs as well as space.
      EasyLoad
      The EasyLoad system makes reprocessing laboratory glassware considerably faster, simpler and more reliable. The biggest benefit afforded by the new system is that load items can be positioned over nozzles both more simply and faster as height adjustment of the holders is no longer necessary thanks to the smart combination of nozzles and holder racks. This makes correct positioning extremely easy.
    • Excellent user convenience with touch display – M Touch Basic
      M Touch Basic controls
      Use all dishwashing programmes and machine functions conveniently with a touch of a fingertip on the clear text touch display.
    • Dispense process chemicals easily: Powder dispenser in the door
    • Connectivity as standard via WiFi
      Complete documentation
      The machine is delivered with a WiFi communication module as standard, which is able to establish a secure state-of-the-art network connection. The module supports the connection of compatible process documentation software solutions and network printers.
    • Pump for DI water: final rinse with fully demineralised water
    Notes
      Subject to technical changes; no liability accepted for the accuracy of the information given! Figures as examples for showing the product benefit. 

      Suitable accessories and detergents

      From EasyLoad modules and baskets to suitable detergents – select additional items here to create a customised complete package.

      PLW 8604Laboratory dishwasher with DI water connection.
      Product details
      PLW 8604Laboratory dishwasher  with DI water connection.
      • Performance/cycle, e.g. 64 narrow-necked/laboratory glasses w/ injector nozzles
        Further stacking options
        At the same time it is possible to reprocess other laboratory glassware in the upper basket.
      • Flexible and simple – modular load carriers & EasyLoad system
        Versatile load carriers
        The versatile load carriers from Miele Professional offer a wide array of possibilities with regard to loading. The load carriers can be flexibly adapted to the load items in just a few steps with a small number of load carriers in combination with some additional modules and inserts. This saves costs as well as space.
        EasyLoad
        The EasyLoad system makes reprocessing laboratory glassware considerably faster, simpler and more reliable. The biggest benefit afforded by the new system is that load items can be positioned over nozzles both more simply and faster as height adjustment of the holders is no longer necessary thanks to the smart combination of nozzles and holder racks. This makes correct positioning extremely easy.
      • Excellent user convenience with touch display – M Touch Basic
        M Touch Basic controls
        Use all dishwashing programmes and machine functions conveniently with a touch of a fingertip on the clear text touch display.
      • Dispense process chemicals easily: Powder dispenser in the door
      • Connectivity as standard via WiFi
        Complete documentation
        The machine is delivered with a WiFi communication module as standard, which is able to establish a secure state-of-the-art network connection. The module supports the connection of compatible process documentation software solutions and network printers.
      • With DI water connection – final rinse with DI water
      Notes
        Subject to technical changes; no liability accepted for the accuracy of the information given! Figures as examples for showing the product benefit. 
        A 101Upper basket Height adjustable, for the optimum loading of inserts.
        Product details
        A 101Upper basket  Height adjustable, for the optimum loading of inserts.
        • Vertical clearance 160 +/- 30 mm, width 475 mm, depth 443 mm
        • With integrated spray arm
        Notes
          Subject to technical changes; no liability accepted for the accuracy of the information given! Figures as examples for showing the product benefit. 
          AK 12/1Insert for loading different utensils.
          Product details
          AK 12/1Insert  for loading different utensils.
          • Suitable for beakers, funnels, breast milk pumps, for example
          • With flexible handles
          • Suitable for many upper and lower baskets as well as mobile units
          Notes
            Subject to technical changes; no liability accepted for the accuracy of the information given! Figures as examples for showing the product benefit. 
            A 150Lower basket For the optimum loading of injector modules or inserts.
            Product details
            A 150Lower basket  For the optimum loading of injector modules or inserts.
            • Lower basket with two module connections
            • for holding up to 2 injector modules or inserts
            • Automatic closing of the connections when not in use
            • Clearances: width 494, length 440 mm
            Notes
              Subject to technical changes; no liability accepted for the accuracy of the information given! Figures as examples for showing the product benefit. 
              A 300/3Injector module for optimum loading of laboratory glassware – can be equipped with 8 nozzles. 
              Product details
              A 300/3Injector module  for optimum loading of laboratory glassware – can be equipped with 8 nozzles. 
              • Suitable for lab. glassware incl. Erlenmeyer and round flasks.
              • Equipped with 4 A 840 nozzles and 4 A 841 nozzles
                Note 
                Size of A 840 injector nozzle:– Ø 6 mm, height 130 mmSize of A 841 injector nozzle:– Ø 6 mm, height 210 mm
              • Part of the EasyLoad system
                EasyLoad
                The EasyLoad system makes reprocessing laboratory glassware considerably faster, simpler and more reliable. The biggest benefit afforded by the new system is that load items can be positioned over nozzles both more simply and faster as height adjustment of the holders is no longer necessary thanks to the smart combination of nozzles and holding frames. This makes correct positioning extremely easy.
              • Nozzle spacing 118 mm across the width, 118 mm across the depth
              Notes
                Subject to technical changes; no liability accepted for the accuracy of the information given! Figures as examples for showing the product benefit. 
                A 301/5Injector module for optimum loading of laboratory glassware – can be equipped with 18 nozzles.
                Product details
                A 301/5Injector module  for optimum loading of laboratory glassware – can be equipped with 18 nozzles.
                • Suitable for lab. glassware incl. Erlenmeyer and round flasks.
                • Equipped with 9 A 842 nozzles and 9 A 843 nozzles
                  Note 
                  Size of A 842 injector nozzle:– Ø 4 mm, height 90 mmSize of A 843 injector nozzle:– Ø 4 mm, height 185 mm
                • Part of the EasyLoad system
                  EasyLoad
                  The EasyLoad system makes reprocessing laboratory glassware considerably faster, simpler and more reliable. The biggest benefit afforded by the new system is that load items can be positioned over nozzles both more simply and faster as height adjustment of the holders is no longer necessary thanks to the smart combination of nozzles and holding frames. This makes correct positioning extremely easy.
                • Nozzle spacing 78 mm across the width, 78 mm across the depth
                Notes
                  Subject to technical changes; no liability accepted for the accuracy of the information given! Figures as examples for showing the product benefit. 
                  ProCare Lab 11 MA - 10 kgPowder cleaning agent, mildly alkaline, 10 kg For optimum reprocessing of laboratory utensils.
                  Product details
                  ProCare Lab 11 MA - 10 kgPowder cleaning agent, mildly alkaline, 10 kg  For optimum reprocessing of laboratory utensils.
                  Notes
                    Subject to technical changes; no liability accepted for the accuracy of the information given! Figures as examples for showing the product benefit. 
                    ProCare Lab 30 C - 5 lNeutralising agent, acidic, 5 l with citric acid for optimum neutralisation.
                    Product details
                    ProCare Lab 30 C - 5 lNeutralising agent, acidic, 5 l  with citric acid for optimum neutralisation.
                    • Specially developed for Miele Professional
                    • Suitable for all types of materials
                    • To be used as neutralising agent or acid pre-cleaner
                      Product characteristics
                      Neutralising agents for machine reprocessing of laboratory glassware, which is required in places like medical labs, biology labs, chemistry labs, water laboratories, and labs in the phosphate, food, cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries. To be used in cases where residues of phosphates, phosphoric acid, compounds containing nitrogen and tensides will impair subsequent analytical experiments and where special protection of materials is required.
                    • pH value 1,0
                    Notes
                      Subject to technical changes; no liability accepted for the accuracy of the information given! Figures as examples for showing the product benefit. 
                      ProCare Universal 61 - 6 kgDishwasher salt, 3 x 2 kg For optimum regeneration of the integrated softener.
                      Product details
                      ProCare Universal 61 - 6 kgDishwasher salt, 3 x 2 kg  For optimum regeneration of the integrated softener.
                      • Prevents calcium deposits and protects wash items
                      Notes
                        Subject to technical changes; no liability accepted for the accuracy of the information given! Figures as examples for showing the product benefit. 
                        CK/1 DIN 51Canister code for easy opening of ProCare 5 l, 10 l and 20 l media canisters.
                        Product details
                        CK/1 DIN 51Canister code  for easy opening of ProCare 5 l, 10 l and 20 l media canisters.
                        • Sturdy and durable manual key
                        • Easy to open and close media canisters without force
                        • Can be used on both sides
                        Notes
                          Subject to technical changes; no liability accepted for the accuracy of the information given! Figures as examples for showing the product benefit. 

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                          In addition to saving water, energy and detergents, the proven longevity of our machines also minimises your ecological footprint. We are also doing everything we can in other areas to become a little more sustainable every day – from digital operating instructions to packaging made from recycled materials.

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                          Time to change. Today.

                          Discover the full range of benefits offered by machine-based cleaning with our ExploreLine laboratory glassware washer.

                          Just a click away in our whitepaper on “Manual cleaning versus machine-based cleaning of laboratory glassware and utensils”.

                          Performance is handmade. Not handwashed.

                          Simplify your lab life with a lab glassware washer from Miele – feel free to contact us for further information or a quote.

                          Or discover our entire range of laboratory glassware washers:

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                            Savings with PLW 8604, heating: 8.5 kW (3N AC 400 V 50 Hz), connection to cold water and demineralised water (15 °C). Other technical conditions may result in different values.