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WDUs: why every sink you specify should have one

Want to cut waste going to landfill, reduce the number of bins in your kitchen designs, improve hygiene and air quality for clients and save space? Easy. Include a waste disposal unit

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Franke’s Elite Slimline WDUs: turn on the cold tap, switch on, drop the food scraps down the drain. It’s that easy - and safe too, with no blades or knives.
Franke’s Elite Slimline WDUs: turn on the cold tap, switch on, drop the food scraps down the drain. It’s that easy - and safe too, with no blades or knives.

Waste disposal units - or WDUs - seamlessly integrate into the sink space and offer convenience, improved hygiene and space-saving benefits. 

With all households generating food waste, from single-person dwellings to large family homes, they provide an efficient solution for reducing kitchen waste, making them appealing to homeowners and designers.

Environmental benefits of WDUs

A WDU is a low-cost enhancement that significantly cuts down the amount of food waste sent to landfill.

They also help create a greener home environment by liquefying food waste into fine particles that are easily flushed through the plumbing system.

The process can handle fruit and vegetable peelings, small bones, coffee grounds, nutshells, eggshells and more, reducing kitchen waste bound for landfill by up to 50 per cent.

Convenience and hygiene

WDUs help maintain a cleaner kitchen by quickly and easily disposing of organic food waste, reducing the risk of odours and germs.

They simplify kitchen cleanup, eliminating the need for multiple bins and offering a convenient way to handle food waste.

Their ease of use ensures they can be effortlessly integrated into daily routines, making them a practical addition to any kitchen.

Space optimisation

With a reduced need for waste and recycling bins, WDUs are a plus in project design as they optimise valuable kitchen space for other uses.

Their compact design allows for easy installation under the sink, making efficient use of cupboard space. This is particularly beneficial in smaller living areas, such as flats and modern urban homes, where maximising every inch of space is crucial.

  • Franke’s Elite Slimline WDUs feature innovative Twist Force technology for exceptional grinding power.
    Franke’s Elite Slimline WDUs feature innovative Twist Force technology for exceptional grinding power.
  • Franke’s Slim 125 WDU from the new Elite Slimline range is very compact.
    Franke’s Slim 125 WDU from the new Elite Slimline range is very compact.
  • Franke’s Elite Slimline WDUs liquify food scraps into fine particles that flush through the plumbing system.
    Franke’s Elite Slimline WDUs liquify food scraps into fine particles that flush through the plumbing system.
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Franke’s Elite Slimline waste disposal unit range

Franke's four new Elite Slimline WDUs each have a slim, compact footprint designed to save space underneath the sink. The range offers different performance levels to manage different requirements. Features include:

  • Four elegant options: Slim 50, Slim 75, Slim 100 and Slim 125.
  • Continuous feed operation allows the user to add food waste to the unit while it is running.
  • High-flow splash guard keeps the grinding chamber clean.
  • Twist Force technology for exceptional grinding power with no risk of jamming.
  • Sound Soft technology for noise reduction.
  • Magnetic rim safety mechanism on Slim 100 and Slim 125 models prevents cutlery and other items from falling into the unit.
  • Permanent Magnetic Motor ensures high speeds and more torque per kilo than other brands for efficient waste disposal.
  • Compatible with Franke sinks that have a 3½in waste hole.
  • 10-year guarantee.

As a trusted name in home solutions, Franke offers a comprehensive portfolio including sinks, taps, multifunction systems, appliances, cooker hoods and waste management products, ensuring every aspect of the kitchen meets the highest standards of quality and reliability.

For more information and technical support, visit franke.com

Contact:
0161 436 6280


 

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