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Barrier Washing Machines

Designed to Prevent Cross-Contamination in Every Wash Cycle

Front view of a hygienic barrier washer with a sealed stainless-steel door, representing contamination-control laundry processes for healthcare and cleanroom environments.

In environments where hygiene is critical, standard laundry processes are not enough.


Girbau BW barrier washing machines are installed through a dividing wall, creating separate dirty and clean zones to prevent cross-contamination throughout the laundry process.


Contaminated laundry is loaded from the dirty side, while clean, disinfected textiles are unloaded from the clean side. This one-way workflow helps maintain the highest standards of hygiene, making BW barrier washing machines the ideal solution for hospitals, healthcare facilities, care homes and other hygiene-critical environments.


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Barrier Washing Machines for Hygienic Laundry Processing

BW Barrier Washing Machines

BW Barrier Washing Machines

Hygienic Barrier Washing for Infection-Critical Environments

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Our specialists will help you choose the right barrier washing machine to support infection control, compliance and hygienic laundry processing.
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Why Choose Girbau

Trusted Hygiene Solutions for Critical Environments

Proven Expertise Every Step of the Way

For more than 60 years, Girbau has specialised exclusively in professional laundry, building a reputation for quality, innovation and trusted expertise.

Expert Service & Maintenance

Keep your barrier washing machine performing at its best with nationwide servicing, preventative maintenance and expert technical support.

Designed for Infection Control

Barrier washing technology helps prevent cross-contamination through complete separation of clean and contaminated textiles.

Hygienic by Design

Separate clean and dirty zones help support infection control and hygienic laundry processing.

Success stories

Maximum hygiene and safety in every wash cycle

Refit of the laundry at the Hospital Clínico in Zaragoza
Healthcare

Refit of the laundry at the Hospital Clínico in Zaragoza

Discover how Girbau transformed the laundry facility at the Lozano Blesa University Clinical Hospital in Zaragoza into a modern, efficient, and results-driven installation, capable of processing up to 6,300 kg of laundry per shift. Through an innovative “As a Service” model, with no upfront investment required from the hospital, the project combines advanced technology, energy optimization, and comprehensive management to ensure a reliable and sustainable service in the long term. This solution demonstrates how smart outsourcing and automation can turn a hospital laundry into a strategic asset for operational efficiency, sustainability, and quality of care.

  • Customer Hospital Clínico de Zaragoza
  • City Zaragoza, Spain
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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions About Barrier Washing Machines

A barrier washer is a specialist washing machine designed to separate contaminated and clean laundry areas, helping support hygienic laundry processing and infection prevention procedures.

READY TO IMPROVE HYGIENE AND INFECTION CONTROL?

Our specialists will help you choose the right barrier washing machine for your laundry operation.

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