Interview

More efficiency thanks to hygienic design

How to clean the iL F3000 floor scale perfectly – even in challenging industrial environments

W e talk to Andreas Rausch, a technical expert at Bizerba, about the importance of hygienic design in industrial weighing. In industries such as food production, chemicals, pharmaceuticals and logistics, cleaning can be extremely challenging. High pressures and extreme temperatures are often encountered. Andreas explains how the iL F3000 floor scale was developed to meet these challenges. Designed for environments where hygiene and reliability are critical, it offers better accessibility, improved protection, and easier maintenance.

Text & image: Bizerba

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More efficiency thanks to hygienic design

Andreas, industrial environments can be challenging. What comes to mind when you think about cleaning floor scales such as the iL F3000?

Andreas Rausch |

In industry—whether in the production of fresh food or in sectors such as chemicals, pharmaceuticals, or logistics—contamination is a recurring problem. Material often accumulates in the weighing pit. This is unavoidable, so it must be possible to clean the scale as efficiently and reliably as possible.

How does the iL F3000 address these challenges?

The iL F3000 has a very open and accessible design, which allows for much easier and more thorough cleaning. This is especially important because The iL F3000's accessible design makes cleaning much easier and more thorough. This is particularly important when using high-pressure cleaners and high temperatures. The scale is built to withstand these conditions while continuing to deliver reliable performance. The scale is designed to withstand these conditions and still deliver reliable performance.

Can you give an example of what makes the design more hygienic?

Sure. The load cells are mounted within the frame profiles and the cable bushings are watertight. This protects sensitive components from water and cleaning agents. It also minimises the risk of damage, which in turn lowers maintenance needs.

You mentioned service as another advantage—what do you mean by that?

The open construction doesn’t just help with cleaning—it also makes servicing much easier. If a load cell needs to be replaced, for example, it can be done more quickly and with less effort. That reduces downtime and makes maintenance more efficient.

So the iL F3000 is about more than just cleanliness?

Exactly. The benefits go beyond cleaning. It’s about durability, serviceability and reliable performance in demanding environments. That’s why hygienic design is no longer optional—it’s essential.