Full turnkey provider of Accommodations and Food Handling Solutions for the Marine and Offshore industries
Laundry
Whether on a cruise ship, ferry, yacht or an offshore rig, clean laundry is a must for the well-being of the guests and workers. Our specialty is to find a complete laundry solution that has just the right washing capacity for your operations.
ALMACO’s laundry solution covers the entire process from workload calculations to pre-development of the laundry layouts, optimization of workflow and washing capacities including water and energy consumption, development of detail design to full turnkey delivery of the complete laundry solutions with global lifecycle support. Our laundry solution covers all aspects of the laundry works onboard, including washing and drying lines, ironing, and folding areas as well as standalone units.
Pre-development ensures a successful project
“Well-planned is half done” and this applies very well to laundry projects. Pre-development design is a service by ALMACO that takes place before the actual project has started and suppliers and materials have been chosen. During the pre-development phase ALMACO’s laundry experts sit down with you to discuss alternative and innovate solutions that can help to optimize the laundry workloads and equipment capacities. During this phase, there is a possibility to evaluate the laundry location onboard to make sure that all interfaces are considered and functioning well for their purpose. By presenting advanced 3D design, we can show you the laundry operations in detail.
As a result of our Pre-development service, the laundry operator receives preliminary layouts with workload calculations. Preliminary equipment lists are defined with the requirements for the water and energy consumptions already before the actual project has started. With all this information at hand, moving on to the building phase is considerably easier.
Robust laundry products for every need
Always with the entire product lifecycle in mind, we have selected equipment suppliers, who provide robust products suitable for marine and offshore use. Our product range covers everything from large tunnel washing systems to smaller stand-alone units. Our product offering includes continuous batch washers, presses, dryers, and stand-alone units. For flat work ironing, ALMACO provides feeders, multi-roll ironers, folders, and stackers, as well as towel folders. Regarding finishing equipment, ALMACO’s laundry solution covers pant toppers, finishing tunnels, presses and form finishers.
Turnkey delivery with lifecycle support
ALMACO’s core business is to provide project management, design, supply, installation, and commissioning. All this can be done using a number of different turnkey models, depending on the needs of the owner and yard, as well as the nature of the project. We have decades of experience of both working closely together with customers and providing full turnkey solutions to projects.
Typically, the turnkey scope for laundry areas includes the linen chute, steam generators sorting systems, linen storage areas, ventilation of the areas, etc. With ALMACO’s turnkey delivery, you have a large team supporting you all the way from the designing table to the very end of the laundry’s lifecycle. During the newbuilding phase, our project team help you develop the concept and turn it into a real operating system. After the newbuilding is delivered, we remain by your side to support you with our lifecycle services. This covers everything from preventative maintenance to spare parts and service operations. As ALMACO operates worldwide, we are close by, wherever your operations are located. This shortens our time to respond when you need our support.
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ALMACO delivers complete laundry facilities for marine and offshore environments, including washers, dryers, extractors, ironers, folding equipment and automation systems. Solutions cover everything from pre-fabricated crew laundry modules to large-scale, high-capacity systems for passenger vessels and offshore installations.
What types of laundry systems does ALMACO provide?
All systems are selected and engineered for demanding conditions. This includes vibration resistance, energy efficiency, ease of maintenance, long lifecycle, compatibility with limited space, and compliance with relevant marine classification societies.
What makes ALMACO’s laundry solutions suitable for marine and offshore use?
Yes. ALMACO manages the full lifecycle: design, engineering, procurement, manufacturing, installation supervision, commissioning, documentation and lifecycle services. Turnkey delivery ensures consistent quality and a single point of contact.
Does ALMACO provide turnkey laundry delivery?
ALMACO cooperates with reputable, globally recognized laundry equipment manufacturers whose machines meet marine standards. The specific partner may vary depending on the project’s requirements, capacity needs and customer preferences.
What brands or equipment partners does ALMACO typically work with?
Yes. ALMACO specializes in retrofit projects, including modernization of existing laundries, equipment replacement and layout improvements. Solutions are adapted to existing structural limitations and vessel schedules.
Can ALMACO design laundries for retrofits or refurbishments?
Key factors include workflow efficiency, separation of clean/dirty zones, ergonomics, access for maintenance, waste handling, power and water availability, safety regulations, vibration mitigation and space optimization.
What are some common design considerations for marine laundries?
ALMACO selects equipment with optimized water usage, efficient heating systems, heat recovery options, faster drying cycles and intelligent controls. Layout and workflow also support reduced energy consumption.
How is energy efficiency addressed in onboard laundry systems?
Technical drawings, equipment specifications, installation instructions, operation and maintenance manuals, spare parts lists, safety guidelines and classification society documentation are provided.
What documentation is included in a typical laundry delivery for ships?
Yes. A specialist team supervises installation, performs commissioning, tests equipment and trains crew members on correct operation, maintenance routines and troubleshooting.
Does ALMACO offer commissioning and training?
ALMACO provides preventive maintenance planning, spare parts supply, remote support, troubleshooting assistance and onsite service visits. Long-term service agreements are also available.
What type of maintenance and lifecycle support is available for ship laundry?
Timelines vary with project size and vessel type, but a typical cycle includes design, procurement, manufacturing, logistics and commissioning. Schedules are coordinated with shipyard or vessel timelines to avoid delays.
How long does a typical laundry project on a ship take from order to delivery?
Yes. Digital tools can be included depending on customer needs. These may involve monitoring machine status, usage data, workflows or maintenance intervals to support operational efficiency.
Can ALMACO integrate digital monitoring or automation in laundries?
Equipment must comply with marine classification societies such as DNV, ABS or Lloyd’s Register. Requirements cover electrical systems, materials, vibration resistance, installation methods and fire safety.
What safety standards must marine laundry equipment meet?
Sustainability is achieved through energy-efficient equipment, optimized water consumption, durable materials, reduced waste, heat recovery solutions and layouts that minimize unnecessary movement or double handling.
How does ALMACO support sustainability in laundry design?
Layouts usually include general arrangement drawings, equipment placement, workflow diagrams, utility connections (water, steam, ventilation, drainage, electrical), safety zones and maintenance clearances.
What is typically included in a laundry layout package?
Yes. Every laundry is designed according to vessel type and customer needs. Custom configurations, automation levels, equipment combinations and workflow adaptations are common.
Does ALMACO provide custom solutions?
Limited space, complex routing of utilities, vibration, high humidity, accessibility, and strict safety rules. ALMACO addresses these challenges through careful planning and extensive marine experience.
What are the typical challenges in marine laundry design?
Passenger ships (cruise and ferry), offshore platforms, research vessels, naval ships and specialized vessels benefit from ALMACO’s laundry expertise.
What types of vessels typically use ALMACO laundry solutions?
ALMACO provides technical support, spare parts logistics, equipment upgrades, performance checks and lifecycle services. Support can be remote, onboard or coordinated with a shipyard during docking periods.
Preventive maintenance programs
Condition-based monitoring
Spare parts supply and forecasting
Remote diagnostics
On-board inspections and health checks
End-of-life replacement planning
What lifecycle service and support is available during vessel operations?
Washer extractors: Marine-grade models with vibration dampening, programmable controls, optimized water and energy use.
Tumble dryers: High-efficiency units with moisture sensing and fast cycle times.
Flatwork ironers: Gas, electric or steam-heated versions for handling bed linens and large textile volumes.
Folders and stackers: Enable automated folding and stacking for large-scale operations.
Finishing equipment: Steam cabinets, presses and accessories for uniforms and special garments.
