Why Hygiene in Automation Matters More Than Ever

In food and beverage manufacturing, hygienic design is mission-critical. Every surface, machine, and interface must prevent bacterial buildup while enduring high-pressure cleaning and chemical exposure.

Traditional mechanical pushbuttons—often made with crevices, seals, and moving parts—can quickly become contamination points. Cracked seals, internal corrosion, and water ingress not only increase maintenance costs but also risk compliance and product integrity.

CAPTRON’s hygienic technology redefines cleanliness, reliability, and efficiency.

The Hidden Cost of Traditional Pushbuttons

Across food production—from poultry and beef processing to bakery and beverage packaging—plants face recurring problems:
•    Cracked seals caused by aggressive cleaning agents
•    Moisture intrusion and electrical failure
•    Frequent button replacements and costly downtime
•    Sanitation risks due to bacteria trapped in mechanical gaps

When every minute of downtime impacts production yield, the humble button becomes a critical control point.

Engineered for Extreme Conditions

•    IP69K front protection for high-pressure cleaning
•    IP68 connectors to resist internal corrosion
•    100% sealed, capacitive activation—no crevices, no bacterial traps
•    FDA and EHEDG-certified materials for global compliance

Reliability That Outlasts Any Shift

•    Solid-state design—no moving parts, no mechanical wear
•    Impact-, water-, and chemical-resistant
•    Over 100 million operation cycles tested in real-world food processing plants

Smart Interaction and Connectivity

•    Multicolor LED feedback for instant status recognition
•    Works seamlessly with gloved or wet hands
•    IO-Link connectivity for data integration and diagnostics

Real-World Results Across Food Production

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Why Manufacturers Trust CAPTRON

Since 1983, CAPTRON has pioneered capacitive and optical sensor systems that redefine how humans and machines interact. From Bavaria to North America, CAPTRON products are trusted by global leaders like GEA, KRONES, Meica, and BAADER for their exceptional quality, reliability, and hygienic design. With a dedicated team based in Fort Mill, South Carolina, CAPTRON North America provides local expertise, fast delivery, and full technical support.

No Bacteria. No Failures. No Contest.

As automation continues to evolve, hygienic design must lead the charge. CAPTRON’s touch buttons eliminate weak points in food processing—ensuring clean, reliable, and efficient operations that never compromise safety or quality.

Because in food production, clean is king—and reliability is the crown jewel.