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Protect your critical electrical equipment with HyShed—the state-of-the-art solution engineered for demanding sanitary washdown environments. Specifically designed for Food & Beverage applications, HyShed withstands high-pressure, high-temperature cleaning while making it easier to preserve sanitary conditions, minimize maintenance, and promote lean operations.

Ultimate Protection & Industry-Leading Compliance: HyShed meets the highest standards for sanitary washdown applications, including IP69K (DIN), IP69 (IEC), NSF, and Type 4X certifications. It is the first enclosure with a 3-A System Component Qualification Certificate—no other solution on the market today offers this level of rigor and third-party validation.

The Steiner team can help you select the right sanitary washdown enclosure for your needs. Rely on nVent HOFFMAN’s comprehensive HyShed portfolio and accessories to protect your critical equipment at every level of food and beverage production, from the simplest to the most challenging applications.

Streamlined Hygienic Design

  • Internally mounted hinges to reduce catch points and corrosion
  • Crevice-free latch and screw surfaces for easy cleaning
  • Solid back with no pre-tapped holes for simplified weld mounting
  • 15° sloped top to prevent fluid and particulate pooling
  • Replaceable blue FDA-grade silicone gasket resists bacteria and chemical absorption
  • All 304 stainless steel construction with No. 4 Dairy finish for enhanced corrosion resistance
  • Full range of models, including hinge cover and screw cover options, plus new IP69K-rated accessories

Concept Sloped Top WaterShed HyShed

Protection Level Basic-Level Medium-Level High-Level
Description Ideally suited to protect equipment in minimal washdown applications. Ideally suited to protect equipment in sanitary washdown applications. Ideally suited to protect equipment in CIP and harsh sanitary washdown applications.
Industry Standards - IP66
- Type 4X
- IP66
- NSF
- Type 4X
- IP69K (DIN), IP69 (IEC)
- NSF, Type 4X
- 3-A System Component Qualification Certificate
Key Features - Foam-in-place gasket
- Pre-tapped mounting holes
- 90-degree body flange
- Foam-in-place gasket
- Easy lift-off hinges shielded by door
- Stainless steel quarter-turn latch and insert
- Slanted body flange
- FDA-grade replaceable silicone gasket
- Internally mounted hinges
- Solid back for easy weld mounting
- Hygienic latching mechanisms
Recommended Accessories - Sanitary leg stands
- Corrosion inhibitors
- H2Omit vent drain and dehumidifier
- Sanitary leg stands
- Sanitary stand offs
- IP69K accessories
- Replaceable FDA-grade silicone gasket
Recommended Applications - Areas with no food contact
- Minimal washdown/chemical contact
- Food processing areas
- Mild washdown/chemical contact
- On-machine controls and areas with large temperature swings
- Direct washdown, CIP or chemical rich contact

nVent HOFFMAN Enclosure Support

Bret Bevers – Hoffman Enclosure Specialist
Your dedicated resource for product selection, technical guidance, design support, and custom enclosure solutions.

Phone: 847-956-3153
Email: [email protected]


For general inquiries about the nVent HOFFMAN HyShed Washdown Solutions, call 1-800-STEINER (783-4637)

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