Barrier washing machines

Barrier Washers

Keep dirty-side loading separate from
clean-side unloading

Irish Laundry Systems plans Electrolux Professional barrier washers around capacity, room layout and installation requirements for hygiene-critical sites.

Electrolux Professional Authorized Partner

Barrier Washer Planning

Plan barrier washer capacity around room layout and daily laundry demand

Access, utility connections and the separation between loading and unloading areas help define the installation approach.

Financial Performance

Choose barrier washers around water, productivity and process control

Barrier washer decisions affect more than hygiene. Water use, detergent control, staff handling, drying pressure and process visibility all shape the cost of keeping hygiene-critical laundry moving.

Up to
50%

water saving

Double drain options can support water recycling and reduce water consumption where specified.

Up to
25%

productivity increase

Electrolux ergonomic material cites a 25% productivity increase, with fewer sick days and reduced strain.

Better
loading

less resource waste

Integrated weighing supports better loading, reducing underloading, overloading and avoidable water and energy waste.

Less dosing
waste

detergent and water control

Efficient Dosing adjusts detergent and water to load weight, reducing waste and supporting process consistency.

Lower
energy cost

after washing

Power Balance supports stronger extraction and lower moisture retention, reducing pressure on the drying stage.

OnE Connected

Take your laundry operation
to the next level

OnE Connected is the digital ecosystem for compatible Electrolux Professional equipment, giving laundry teams clearer visibility over performance, consumption and service needs in one place.

Increase
productivity
Improve
efficiency
Increase
sustainability

Barrier Washer Technology

Technology that supports
hygiene control and easier handling

Selected Electrolux Professional features help operators keep dirty and clean zones separate, monitor cycle completion and manage loading and unloading more easily.

Dirty-clean separation

Soiled linen loads from one side and clean linen unloads from the other.

Hygiene control

Hygiene Watchdog monitors full-cycle completion and hygiene process control.

Programme control

ClarusVibe gives clearer operation for dirty-side and clean-side control.

Easier unloading

Automatic Door Handling supports easier opening and faster unloading.

Cycle visibility

Monitoring options can show cycle status, alarms and key process data for supported barrier washer setups.

Operator Comfort

Reduce handling effort across daily loading and unloading

Selected Electrolux Professional features support easier door access, clearer programme selection and more comfortable repeated use.

ERGOCERT — Ergonomics Certifying Institute

Pioneers in usability

Electrolux ergonomics material reports 59% fewer work-related musculoskeletal disorders, 75% fewer sick days and a 25% productivity increase.

Washington State Department of Labor & Industries

Ergonomics Certified

4-star ERGOCERT rating

Certified ergonomic design for repeated daily use.

CompassPro control platform

Clear programme selection, preset programmes and language options for daily operation.

Barrier washer operator comfort

Easier door handling

Ideal height

Ideal height

Easier loading and unloading.

Wide opening

Better access on both sides.

Better grip

Better grip

Smoother opening and closing.

Door options

Fits room layout and side access.

Lower handling effort

Safer handling

Maximum comfort

A low 40N opening force and automatic door handling reduce effort across repeated loading and unloading.

40N opening force Auto door handling Space-saving design
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Space-saving design

Selected barrier washer formats keep soiled-side and clean-side access controlled without wasting floor space.

Where Barrier Washers Fit

Built for sites that need controlled separation

Barrier washers are most relevant where clean and soiled handling need to stay apart, supporting hygiene routines, staff handling and process control.

Care facilities

Care facilities

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Pharma & food

Pharma & food

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Protective workwear

Protective workwear

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Room Planning

Plan the room around
separation, access and connections

Barrier washers need room planning before installation, including dirty / clean separation, site access, wall opening, water supply, power and drainage.

Dirty/Clean
Separation
Wall
Opening
Power &
Drainage
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Barrier Washer Range

Browse barrier washer models by
product line and capacity

Filter the range, then open each model for full specifications, datasheets, brochures and manuals.

WB6-13

Line 6000 Evolution · 13–18 kg

WB6-13

Line 6000 Evolution barrier washer with clean/dirty separation, guided operation and long-term support.

ERGOCERT Hygiene Watchdog AIDO Power Balance
WB6-20

Line 6000 Evolution · 20–27 kg

WB6-20

Line 6000 Evolution barrier washer with clean/dirty separation, guided operation and long-term support.

ERGOCERT Hygiene Watchdog AIDO Power Balance
WB6-35

Line 6000 Evolution · 35–70 kg

WB6-35

Line 6000 Evolution barrier washer with clean/dirty separation, guided operation and long-term support.

ERGOCERT Hygiene Watchdog AIDO Power Balance
WB6-110

Line 6000 Evolution · 90–110 kg

WB6-110

Line 6000 Evolution barrier washer with clean/dirty separation, guided operation and long-term support.

ERGOCERT Hygiene Watchdog AIDO Power Balance

No barrier washers match that combination. or talk to our team.

Dosing & Wash Control

Match detergent use to each barrier washer load

Electrolux Professional dosing options can help reduce detergent overuse and support more consistent wash results when matched to the equipment and site.

Electrolux Professional laundry equipment

Dosing based on the load

Intelligent Dosing adds detergent according to the load inside the drum, helping reduce overuse while protecting wash consistency.

ClarusVibe CompassPro
Intelligent Dosing
Electrolux Professional laundry equipment

One dosing unit for multiple washers

Multisave can connect up to 7 washing machines with one unit, supporting accurate consumption control in multi-washer laundry rooms.

ClarusVibe CompassPro
Multisave
Electrolux Professional laundry equipment

Lower upkeep with water-powered dosing

JETSAVE uses water-powered pumps with no moving parts or squeeze tubes to replace, supporting reliable dosage and easier long-term upkeep.

ClarusVibe CompassPro
JETSAVE
Electrolux Professional laundry equipment

Straightforward dosing setup

DOSAVE uses peristaltic technology with easy installation and programming, supporting accurate dosing where this system is the best fit.

ClarusVibe CompassPro
DOSAVE
Electrolux Professional laundry equipment

Detergent control for selected CompassPro setups

Efficient Dosing uses the correct amount of detergent for each cycle, supporting lower detergent costs and more controlled wash results.

ClarusVibe CompassPro
Efficient Dosing

Equipment Rental

Keep hygiene-critical laundry moving with
lower upfront cost

Where suitable, rental can support barrier washer replacement or added capacity without one large capital purchase, with service included under agreed terms.

Budget
Control
Service
Included
Capacity
planning

After Installation

Keep barrier washer aftercare
clear and easier to manage

Irish Laundry Systems supports maintenance planning, service records and parts enquiries after installation.

Planned
Maintenance
Service
Records
Parts
Support
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Customer Experience

What customers say about
working with Irish Laundry Systems

A trusted partner providing consistent commitment that makes a real difference

We have built a strong and valued partnership with Irish Laundry Systems over many years. Their consistent commitment to excellence has made a real difference to our operations, with service delivery always of the highest standard. What truly sets them apart is their reliability and responsiveness; they are a trusted partner always ready to resolve any issues quickly and effectively. This level of dedication gives us great confidence and peace of mind.

Owen Brennan Head of Group Facilities at Grace Healthcare
Consistent, professional service that gives us real peace of mind

We've worked with Irish Laundry Systems for a number of years at St. Mary's Hospital, and their service has been consistently reliable and professional. Their response times for callouts are excellent, and any issues are dealt with quickly and efficiently. Their annual maintenance support ensures our equipment runs smoothly with minimal disruption, giving us real peace of mind. We value the long-term relationship we've built and trust their team to deliver a high standard of service every time.

Larry Jordan Operations at St. Mary's Hospital
A reliable partner we can always count on to keep our operations running smoothly

Irish Laundry Systems has been an outstanding partner for Charlemont Group. Their team consistently delivers a professional and efficient service, with response times that are second to none. Whether it is routine maintenance or an urgent callout, they handle everything with care and expertise. We have complete confidence in their ability to support our laundry operations and would not hesitate to recommend them.

Marius Dumitru Facilities Manager at Charlemont Group
Professional, knowledgeable and always quick to respond when it matters most

Working with Irish Laundry Systems has been a straightforward and positive experience from the start. Their knowledge of commercial laundry equipment is excellent and their aftercare support has been dependable throughout. Any issues are resolved quickly and efficiently, and the team is always easy to reach. We value the relationship we have built and look forward to continuing to work together.

Talita Carneiro Operations Manager at Laundry Online
They provide excellent support and a dependable experience we can always count on

Irish Laundry Systems continues to deliver a smooth, efficient experience from start to finish. The team is very knowledgeable, helpful, professional, and easy to work with. They provide excellent support and a dependable experience we can always count on. They are great to deal with, always quick to respond, and exceeded our expectations with their high-quality service and attention to detail. We would highly recommend them.

Dermot Wilson Equipment Engineer at AbbVie

Trusted by

Grace Healthcare
AbbVie
Charlemont Group
Laundry Online

Barrier Washer FAQs

Clear answers before the barrier washer decision

A barrier washer is designed to separate soiled loading from clean unloading. Dirty linen enters from one side and clean linen exits from the other, supporting a more controlled hygiene flow.

They are commonly used in healthcare sites, care facilities, pharmaceutical, food processing and specialist laundry environments where clean and soiled handling must stay apart.

Yes. Barrier washers can support firefighter PPE, uniforms and protective workwear where soiled loading, clean-side unloading and controlled handling need to stay clearly separated.

Barrier washers can support RABC-aligned process thinking by helping separate clean and soiled handling. The full process still depends on room layout, workflow, staff practice and operating procedures.

Hygiene Watchdog supports hygiene process control by helping confirm that the wash cycle has completed as required.

Selected configurations, such as double drain options for water recycling, can support water savings where specified and suitable for the site.

Yes. Rental may be suitable for sites looking for lower upfront cost, replacement support or capacity expansion. Service and breakdown support is included under rental terms.

Yes. Irish Laundry Systems supplies, installs and supports commercial laundry equipment across Ireland, with planned maintenance, repairs and aftercare options available.

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Barrier Washer Advice

Discuss your barrier washer requirements
with our engineering team

Share the main details about your site, capacity and installation requirements. Our team will review what is needed and contact you directly.

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