What comenda does

Comenda designs, manufactures, and supplies professional warewashing equipment for commercial foodservice operations. The portfolio spans five tiers of glasswashers, undercounter and hood-type dishwashers (INFINITY, HI LINE, PRIME LINE, EQUILYBRA, B-GREEN), heavy-duty and granule-based pot and utensil washers (G-EVO, GRE series with patented Eco Granules), compact and modular rack conveyor dishwashers (ACE/AC2, ACR series), crate and tray washers (ACC XL), and large-scale flight type units (NE series) and flight pot washers (NG series), with capacities ranging from compact glasswashers up to turnkey systems handling 40,000 meals per day or 11,037 dishes per hour. The product technology is anchored on patented innovations including the MULTIRINSE multistage rinsing system (up to 75% water reduction), Osmorinse (rack conveyor water/energy reduction), Eco Granules (seashell-based cleaning media reducing microplastic pollution), the C-Smart IoT-enabled control interface (HACCP-compliant, water/energy monitoring), and the INFINITY connected warewashing platform enabling remote control via smartphone, tablet or PC.

The company is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ali Group, the Italian-founded global foodservice equipment conglomerate, and is headquartered in Cassina De' Pecchi, Milan. Comenda distributes through a global network of 1,750+ technicians and 350+ certified service partners across 110 countries, complemented by direct sales via [email protected], a 24/7 spare parts web portal, and a wholly-owned Swiss subsidiary (Comenda (Schweiz) AG) with six regional offices. Revenue streams combine hardware sales of capital equipment, recurring spare parts (24/7 web shop), and after-sales technical services. Target end-markets include hotels and fine-dining restaurants, bars and bistros, central kitchens, school and corporate canteens, marine (cruise ships and ferries), healthcare, inflight catering, supermarkets, food production, QSR chains, ghost kitchens, and chalet/mountain resorts — with named enterprise customers spanning two- and three-Michelin-star restaurants (La Torre del Saracino, Maison Bras), luxury hotels (Villa d'Este), maritime operators (Corsica & Sardinia Ferries) and corporate canteens (Wärtsilä Italia). The company has been repeatedly recognised for innovation, holding four Smart Label Innovation Awards (2013–2019), the 2023 Good Design Award and the 2023 Trophée de l'Innovation for the INFINITY range, and a portfolio of certifications including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, CE, WRAS, KIWA and BELGAQUA.

Name

comenda

Legal name

Comenda Ali Group Srl

Website

https://comenda.eu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1963

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Comenda designs and supplies professional warewashing equipment — glasswashers, dishwashers, pot washers, rack conveyors and flight-type units — for commercial foodservice operators across hospitality, healthcare, marine, and food production, distributed via 350+ certified partners in 110 countries as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ali Group.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Warewashing Equipment

NAICS

Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (33331)

SIC

Special Industry Machinery (No Metalworking Machinery) (3550)

akta.pro primary industry

Foodservice & Kitchen Cleaning (Warewashing) Distribution (CRAOAGAH)

akta.pro secondary industry

Pressure Washing & Jetting Equipment (IMAHALAB)

Keywords

• Professional warewashing equipment
• Commercial dishwashing systems
• Industrial glasswasher manufacturing
• Foodservice equipment solutions
• Flight type rack conveyor

Headquarters

HQ city

Cassina De' Pecchi

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Commercial Warewashing Equipment Sales: Sale of professional warewashing machines including glasswashers, dishwashers, pot washers, rack conveyor units, flight type units, and related equipment for commercial foodservice operations.
2. Spare Parts: Original spare parts sold directly through the company's website with 24/7 real-time availability checking and ordering capability.
3. After-Sales Technical Service: Technical support and maintenance services through a global network of over 1750 technicians and 350 certified service partners across 110 countries.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Comenda designs, manufactures, and supplies professional warewashing equipment — including glasswashers, under-counter and hood type dishwashers, heavy-duty and granules pot/utensil washers, rack conveyor units, flight type machines, and crate/tray washers — for commercial foodservice operators. The company complements its equipment with original spare parts, water treatment and waste management accessories, turnkey custom washing systems (WASH UP), and after-sales technical service delivered through a global network of certified partners.

Product overview

Comenda is a professional warewashing equipment company belonging to the Ali Group, offering a comprehensive portfolio of commercial dishwashing and cleaning solutions. The product portfolio includes five main product lines of glasswashers, under counter dishwashers, and hood type units (INFINITY with IoT connectivity, HI LINE for premium use, PRIME LINE for configurable solutions, EQUILYBRA for HO.RE.CA industry, and B-GREEN for eco-friendly hood units); Heavy duty pot and utensil washers (G-EVO series in front loading or pass-through execution, and GRE series using granule-based cleaning); Rack conveyor dishwashers (compact ACE/AC2 units handling 100-220 racks/hour, and modular ACR series for high-volume operations up to 350 racks/hour); Crate and tray washers (ACC XL series for containers and trays); Flight type dishwashers (NE series for large-scale operations up to 11,037 dishes/hour with patented water-saving technology); and Flight pot & utensil washers (NG series for oversized cookware). Supporting accessories include racks and inserts, water treatment systems (softeners and reverse osmosis units), waste management solutions, and turnkey WASH UP project services. The portfolio serves diverse sectors including hotels, restaurants, catering, healthcare, food production, marine, and QSR chains.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• INFINITY Range (Connected Glasswashers, Under Counter & Hood Type Units) Advanced glasswashers, under counter units with 500x500 mm rack, and hood type units with 500x500 mm and 600x500 mm rack featuring IoT connectivity for remote monitoring and control via smartphone, tablet or PC. Targeted at foodservice operators seeking connected, next-generation warewashing.
• HI LINE Range Premium glasswashers with 400x400 mm and 500x500 mm rack, and under counter units in single or double 500x500 mm rack execution. Emphasizes durability, reliability, adaptability, and technical excellence with energy efficiency and operational savings.
• PRIME LINE Range Versatile glasswashers with 400x400 mm rack, under counter units with single/double 500x500 mm rack or bottle/jugs execution, multipurpose units with 500x600 mm rack, and hood type units with 500x500 mm rack. Positioned as practical and affordable with configurable features.
• EQUILYBRA Range Ware-washing solutions tailored for the HO.RE.CA industry, featuring glasswashers with 350x350 mm or 400x400 mm rack, under counter units with 500x500 mm rack, and hood type units with 500x500 mm rack. Targeted at hospitality operators seeking balanced performance and footprint.
• G-EVO Series (Heavy Duty Pot & Utensil Washers) Heavy duty pot and utensil washers available in front loading or pass-through execution, combining practical cleaning with compact design for removing stubborn stains, grime, grease and cooked-on leftovers. Standard Wi-Fi connectivity on G-Evo models enables remote monitoring and anomaly management.
• GRE Series (Granules Pot & Utensil Washers) Granules pot and utensil washers using the abrasive power of projected granules combined with water and detergent to remove stubborn stains without manual prewash. Features Eco Granules made from natural materials (seashells) and CRC heat recovery unit for energy efficiency.
• ACE / AC2 Compact Rack Conveyor Dishwashers Compact rack conveyor dishwashers combining the power and productivity of large-scale systems with compact size, featuring automatic rack advancement handling from 100 to 220 racks per hour for mid-volume professional kitchens.
• ACR Series (ACR1, ACR2, ACR3) Rack Conveyor Modular Units High-volume modular rack conveyor dishwasher ranges combining ergonomics, automation and sustainability in a flexible design for professional kitchen environments requiring scalable throughput.
• ACC XL Series Crate & Tray Washers Crate and tray washers in four configurations for washing crates, containers, trays and kitchen utensils with extra-large washing chamber (530 x 430 mm) and optional height extension up to 700 mm. Designed for supermarkets, food production, and central kitchens.
• NE Series Flight Type Dishwashers Flight type machines for large-scale operations with capacities from 1,395 to 11,037 dishes per hour, featuring patented MULTIRINSE multistage rinsing technology with up to 75% water consumption reduction and Osmorinse module for energy efficiency.
• NG Series Flight Pot & Utensil Washers Flight pot and utensil washers for large-scale operations with oversized cookware, featuring clearance from 430/650 mm to 840 mm and adjustable belt speed for food production, pharmaceutical and logistics applications.
• WASH UP Turnkey Washing Systems Customized turnkey washing system solutions designed collaboratively with customers to meet the daily challenges of professional kitchen cleaning requirements, from compact cycle machines to systems handling up to 40,000 meals per day.
• B-GREEN Eco-Friendly Hood Type Dishwashers Eco-friendly hood type dishwashers with bottle and jug washing capabilities, designed for sustainability with reduced environmental impact for HO.RE.CA operations.
• Multipurpose Range Units Compact multifunction dishwashers with 500x600 mm rack for versatile washing needs in professional kitchens handling diverse items.
• LAV / LAV-P Tray & Cutlery Washers Tray and cutlery washer units designed for maximum hygiene, excellent washing performance and cost savings, available in single or double belt execution for institutional and large-canteen operations.
• Waste Management Solutions Waste management solutions for large catering facilities, designed to be easy-to-use, functional and adaptive to avoid direct waste handling by kitchen staff.
• Water Treatment Systems (Softeners & Reverse Osmosis) Water softeners (5 models) and reverse osmosis units (4 models) for preventing spotting and streaking on glasses, dishes and cutlery, including integrated solutions like HB35 RO and YB35 RO with built-in reverse osmosis for spot-free results.
• Racks & Inserts Comprehensive range of racks and inserts in various sizes (350x350 mm to 500x600 mm) for granules washers, reusable items, bottle & jug washers, and cycle potwashers, manufactured in polypropylene, steel or laminated iron.
• Original Spare Parts (Web Portal) Original spare parts sold directly through the company's website with 24/7 real-time availability checking and ordering capability, including access to technical documentation such as product manuals, electrical and hydraulic schematics.
• After-Sales Technical Service Technical support and maintenance services delivered through a global network of over 1,750 technicians and 350 certified service partners across 110 countries, providing rapid response and complete client service.
• Cloud Washing Portal & Dashboard Cloud-based portal allowing operators and engineers full control of connected warewashing machines (INFINITY and compatible ranges) from smartphone, tablet, or PC for remote monitoring, real-time anomaly management, and consumption control.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 75% reduction in water consumption with MULTIRINSE patented rinse technology
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments13 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• VdF (German Association of Designers - Verband der Fachplaner)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerComenda joined VdF, the German Association of Designers in the field of large professional kitchens. The association brings together key industry players including manufacturers of catering equipment and specialized designers, promoting excellence and innovation in the field.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves2 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Fagor Industrial: Spanish manufacturer of commercial kitchen equipment with warewashing product lines, competing with Comenda in European HO.RE.CA markets on dishwashers and glasswashers.
• Jackson WWS: US-based commercial warewashing equipment maker offering flight type, conveyor and undercounter dishwashers directly competitive with Comenda's core product lines.
• Hobart: US-headquartered commercial warewashing equipment maker (part of ITW) with global reach, offering glasswashers, dishwashers, conveyor and flight type units directly competitive with Comenda's portfolio.
• Winterhalter: Germany-based specialist in commercial warewashing systems including rack conveyor, flight type and utensil washers; competes head-to-head with Comenda in professional kitchens across Europe and internationally.
• MEIKO: German manufacturer of commercial warewashing, dishwashing and cleaning equipment with globally comparable product categories (glasswashers, rack conveyor, flight type) targeting the same HO.RE.CA and foodservice customers as Comenda.
• CMA Dishmachines: US manufacturer of commercial dishwashers and glasswashers with comparable product categories targeting foodservice operators, often as a complement to larger European brands like Comenda.

Others

• Ali Group (parent): Diversified foodservice equipment conglomerate that owns Comenda and operates sibling warewashing and kitchen brands (e.g., Hoshizaki-aligned businesses); comparable as the parent ecosystem and as a competitor through sister brands.

Broad incumbents

• Electrolux Professional: Large incumbent manufacturer of professional kitchen and laundry equipment including warewashing lines; broader portfolio than Comenda and a broader foodservice customer base.
• Hoshizaki: Japanese-headquartered global manufacturer of commercial kitchen equipment including ice, refrigeration and warewashing, overlapping with Comenda's HO.RE.CA and large-volume foodservice customers.
• Smeg Professional: Italian-based professional appliances manufacturer offering warewashing equipment as part of a wider kitchen equipment portfolio; comparable Italian heritage and HO.RE.CA focus.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance7 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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