MEIKO Introduces FV 130.2 with Waste Air Heat Recovery to the North American Market
LA VERGNE, TN (May 16, 2026) — MEIKO is pleased to announce the North American introduction of the FV 130.2 with Waste Air Heat Recovery (WAHR), an advanced enhancement to its proven FV 130.2 pot and pan washer platform.
Designed to improve energy efficiency and workplace comfort, the new Waste Air Heat Recovery system captures heat energy from exhaust air and uses it to preheat incoming cold water. This innovative approach helps to lower energy consumption and improving the indoor climate of the dishwashing area.
"The FV 130.2 has already earned a strong reputation for delivering exceptional cleaning performance in demanding commercial kitchen environments," said Louis-Philippe Audette, Managing Director for Meiko USA. "By introducing Waste Air Heat Recovery to the North American market, we're giving operators another way to reduce operating costs while supporting sustainability initiatives and improving working conditions for their teams."
The FV 130.2 with WAHR offers several key advantages:
- Reduced power consumption
- Cold water connection
- Helps washware to dry quicker
- Improves room climate by reducing heat and humidity emissions
Ideal for restaurants, schools, hotels, healthcare facilities, institutional kitchens, and other high-volume foodservice operations, the FV 130.2 with WAHR helps organizations achieve both operational and sustainability goals without compromising cleaning results.
The FV 130.2 with Waste Air Heat Recovery made its North American debut at the 2026 National Restaurant Association Show in Chicago and is now available throughout the United States and Canada.