The Ohaus Defender 2000-E Series of bench scales is designed for durability in commercial and industrial weighing applications. It features a sturdy welded steel frame, stainless steel pan, backlit LCD display, rechargeable battery operation, and models with capacities ranging from 30kg to 300kg. The scales are intended to maximize budget for quality weighing equipment and include features like tactile keys, battery power, and an RS232 interface for printing and data connection.