Speed Queen commercial laundry equipment
Built by Alliance Laundry Systems · Ripon, WI
Speed Queen is the vended-laundry brand most buyers will see on a walk-through. Machines are built by Alliance Laundry Systems in Ripon, Wisconsin, and are prized for longevity and parts availability, which matters when you inherit a floor of used equipment. Vended front-load washers commonly run a 22 lb (3.42 cu ft) capacity with high-speed extraction and the Quantum control, with larger multi-load sizes available.
Speed Queen washers and dryers
| Line | Type | Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front-load washers (vended) | Washer | 20 to 80 lb | 22 lb (3.42 cu ft) is the workhorse size; larger multi-load models handle bedding and bulk. |
| Top-load washers (vended) | Washer | About 3.2 cu ft | Lower upfront cost per machine; popular in smaller neighborhood stores. |
| Tumble dryers (single & stacked) | Dryer | 30 to 75 lb | Stacked pockets save floor space; size dryers to about 1.2 to 1.4x washer capacity. |
Speed Queen manuals & support →
Spec sheets and owner/service manuals on Speed Queen's own site.
Replacement cost
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What this means when you are buying
Equipment brand and age are two of the biggest levers on a laundromat deal. Newer, high-extraction machines spin out more water, which cuts drying time and gas use, so a store with modern Speed Queen equipment often carries a lower utility bill than the square footage suggests. Older machines still earn, but you should price in the cost and timing of replacement and confirm that parts and local service are available.
Before you close, note the model and age of every machine, then run the numbers on what a re-tool would cost and how it would change cash flow. The manufacturer spec sheet gives you exact capacities and utility draw, and a distributor can quote current pricing and financing.
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