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CELEBRATING

our 10,000th M-iQ worldwide

Flight Type Dishwasher M-iQ from MEIKO
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HAPPY CUSTOMERS, HAPPY MEIKO

10,000 times around the world!

With so many entertaining anecdotes over the years, it’s hard not to feel affection for our M-iQ machines.

Some travel the seven seas, working around the clock on cruise ships and other vessels. One was airlifted up a mountain by helicopter – another ran a wash cycle with pulverised earth as part of a ritual purification. And M‑iQ machines also help inclusive workplaces ensure that everyone gets a fair chance on the labour market. No wonder they are now used in over 100 countries, washing millions of cups at huge events, mountains of crockery in commercial kitchens and bulky equipment in the food industry.

The M-iQ has rightly earned heaps of praise – and plenty of awards. Some customers even have pet names for it, and it’s probably inspired the odd copycat, too.

Today there is particular cause for celebration: the 10,000th M-iQ has rolled off the production line, bound for Denmark and Gate Gourmet, one of the world's top providers of airline catering. It's incredible how far we've come since the Ehrlich Brothers magic duo unveiled the first M-iQ live on stage at Europa-Park in 2009. (Did we suspect back then that it would be such a resounding success? Well, maybe a little…)

And yes, you read that right about the magicians. In fact, the M-iQ era has felt pretty magical since day one!

Cause for celebration: MEIKO delivers its 10,000th M-iQ
Cause for celebration: MEIKO delivers its 10,000th M-iQ
Celebrating the milestone machine with the whole team: Adrian Penner (Head of Global Key Account Management), Christoph Homburger (CTO, Meiko Group), Dr.-Ing. Thomas Peukert (CEO, Meiko Group), Dr. Markus Anzengruber (CSO, Meiko Group), Tim Litterst (Global Key Account Manager)
The milestone machine at its destination in Denmark. (Photo credit: Anders Hviid)
Three M-iQ generations at work: Martin Schulz (far right) installed the very first M-iQ, Etienne Bühler (far left) installed the 1,000th. Timo Landi (centre left) and Timo Heuberger (centre right) got the 10,000th M-iQ off to a flying start. (Photo credit: Anders Hviid)
Happy customers, happy Meiko: Henrik Lemming (Sr. Manager Security & Facility Services, Gate Gourmet Copenhagen), Klaus Schmoock (Head of Operations & Deputy Security, Gate Gourmet Copenhagen), Etienne Bühler (Technical Support, Meiko Group), Martin Schulz (Global Aftermarket Support & Development, Meiko Group) (Photo credit: Anders Hviid)
The milestone machine at its destination in Denmark. (Photo credit: Anders Hviid)
The milestone machine will wash up to 10,500 reusable cups per hour. (Photo credit: Anders Hviid)
Commissioning and handover to the Gate Gourmet team by Meiko service staff. (Photo credit: Anders Hviid)
Commissioning and handover to the Gate Gourmet team by Meiko service staff. (Photo credit: Anders Hviid)
MEIKO-CEO Dr.-Ing. Thomas Peukert überreicht ein M-iQ-Modell und ein Dankeszertifikat im MEIKO-Headquarter in Offenburg an Frank Rehfeldt und Rajat Mitra von Ghate Gourmet. v. l: Tim Litterst (Global Key Account Manager), Adrian Penner (Leiter Global Key Account Management), Dr.-Ing. Thomas Peukert (CEO der Meiko-Gruppe), Frank Rehfeldt (Global Category Manager Asset & Technical, Gate Gourmet), Rajat Mitra (Director Global Procurement, Gate Gourmet)

ZERO HOUR:

The Ehrlich Brothers

Rewind to winter 2009. MEIKO has invited a crowd of international experts to Europa-Park. There is a palpable sense of anticipation in the air. TV moderator Markus Brock is in charge of proceedings, and everyone’s in a lively mood. He asks the audience to give a big hand to the Ehrlich Brothers as they make their way on stage.

A hush falls over the venue.

The two magicians dazzle the audience with a series of astounding tricks, twisting railway tracks, summoning a snowstorm – and, right in front of our eyes, somehow conjuring a massive M-iQ machine onto the stage. Seemingly from thin air!

Industry insiders still talk about that night, and no one who was there is likely to forget it. In all honesty, we couldn’t have asked for a better launch for the M-iQ; it instantly raised the bar for the industry – and it continues to set standards today.

 

the Future of dishwashing with the innovative M-iQ
Success stories
Rentals Unlimited Larry Green

The MEIKO M-iQ revolutionized the way we wash our tabletop equipment. Clean, quiet, safe, and most importantly, we saved time & energy costs. We bought our first machine in 2011, which was the first one installed in the USA. I have recommended this machine to 100’s of hospitality entrepreneurs during the past decade and those who purchased the machine have thanked me.

Larry Green,
Founder
Rental’s Unlimited

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Success stories

In terms of the wash results, I can confidently say they are outstanding. The washware comes out of the machine sparkling clean and with no trace of odour.

Paolo Ghirardi,
Executive Chef
Hilton Milan

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AN AWARD-WINNING SUCCESS STORY

MEIKO loves the M-iQ. No surprise there – and fortunately our customers feel exactly the same way. But what about expert panels and prize juries? Well, it seems they are pretty enthusiastic too!

EVOLUTION, NOT STAGNATION

– right through to the present day

Here's how the story unfolded. One industry after another wanted to reap the benefits of this extraordinary machine – and that triggered a remarkable technical evolution that continues to this day.

That's why every M-iQ is genuinely state of the art.

The latest technology in a professional dishwasher – M-iQ

M-iQ K

Work smarter, wash more

Getting your washware sparklingly clean isn't about using more water or energy – it's about being smarter. That's why our M-iQ K is a great place to start. The "K" stands for "Korb" – German for rack – and racks are exactly what it excels at. This machine washes up to 225 racks per hour while minimising water and energy consumption. With ergonomic, user-friendly operation, it's the ideal high-capacity solution for busy commercial operations with demanding workloads.

Watch the M-iQ K videoDiscover the M-iQ K
M-iQ crate washing machine

M-iQ UNLIMITED

Plenty of space for everything

"Big, bigger…M-iQ Unlimited". That’s our motto when it comes to getting bulky items hygienically clean. Say goodbye to clouds of steam, wet working areas and damp piles of washware. No more juddering or sliding around during the wash – or dirt left in the corners of washed crates. M-iQ Unlimited solves all these problems, making it a popular choice for bakeries and many other businesses.

Watch the M-iQ Unlimited videoDiscover the M-iQ Unlimited

M-iQ BlueFire

Two become one

M-iQ BlueFire does the job of two machines, washing dishes, cutlery and trays with advanced automation. This reduces investment, running and labour costs, saves space and helps you tackle staff shortages. Trusted by canteens, hotels, commercial kitchens, hospitals and catering companies everywhere, it's another award-winning addition to the M-iQ range.

Watch the M-iQ BlueFire videoDiscover the M-iQ BlueFire

M-iQ CUP

15,000 cups an hour? No problem!

The M-iQ CUP marks another major milestone, combining all the proven strengths of the M-iQ range with new features for washing and drying reusable cups, bowls, containers and cutlery. Whether it's tackling millions of cups at the World Cup or reusable dishware at music festivals, the M-iQ CUP ensures everything is ready for reuse – or hygienically dry for storage – in next to no time.

Watch the M-iQ CUP videoDiscover the M-iQ CUP

M-iFlow IPB

Better flow, lower costs

The M-iFlow IPB is the latest addition to the M-iQ family. This groundbreaking automation module halves the number of staff needed at the feeding section, boosting efficiency and maximising flexibility – with no need for extra hands during peak times. Food waste is automatically cleared away and stored. Throughput can be increased as necessary, and its simple operation takes the strain off your entire team.

Watch the M-iFlow IPB videoDiscover the M-iFlow IPB

Our MEIKO M-iQ set the standard for what great performance looks like. As our business has grown, we’ve added two more—because every time MEIKO raises the bar with new technology, we want to be right there with them. Our original MEIKO machine was in service for us for an amazing 17 years and is still going strong with another company. We wouldn’t be where we are today without MEIKO’s quality and support.

John Bibbo, CERP
President
Event Source, Panache Events & So Cool Events

We have been using our MEIKO M-iQ flight dish machines for over 10 years and they have become a cornerstone of our Equipment and Sanitation operation. Their reliability, throughput, and consistent wash results allow us to meet the demanding timelines of our in-flight catering processes without compromise. The M-iQ delivers day in and day out, even in a high-volume, high-pressure 24/7/365 environment

Greg den Herder
Chief Executive Officer
Abby's Catering

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