Hand dryers make washrooms quicker, more hygienic and more economical to use. They are particularly useful in restaurants, offices, hotels, shops and institutions, where large numbers of people use the washroom throughout the day.
A well-chosen unit keeps the washroom tidy, reduces maintenance costs and leaves a better impression on guests and staff. Here is why more and more businesses are choosing hand dryers instead of paper towels.
Touch-free hygiene
Modern hand dryers are activated by a sensor, so there is no need to touch them. The air is directed straight at your hands, and the unit switches itself off as soon as you move them away.
Models with a HEPA filter also purify the air leaving the unit, trapping fine dust particles and microorganisms. Without paper towels there are no overflowing bins or paper strewn across the floor, so the washroom stays clean for longer.
Lower costs and less waste
Paper towels are a cost that recurs every day: they have to be bought, stored, refilled and disposed of as waste. A hand dryer is a one-off investment, and the electricity needed for a single dry usually costs only a fraction of the price of paper towels.
Less waste also means less work for staff and less strain on the environment, which matters to any business that cares about operating sustainably.
How to choose the right hand dryer
When choosing a unit, it is worth considering how many people use the washroom and what impression you want to make:
- power and drying speed – more powerful models dry hands in around fifteen seconds
- housing material – brushed stainless steel is durable and easy to clean, while plastic is lighter and more affordable
- noise level, especially in hotels, offices and restaurants
- a HEPA filter for areas with higher hygiene requirements
- a security lock and resistance to damage in premises with lots of visitors
In shopping centres, schools and other places with heavy footfall, robust and fast models are the better choice, while hotels and restaurants more often opt for quieter units with an elegant look. With regular cleaning and, on models with a filter, occasional replacement of the HEPA filter, a hand dryer will work reliably and hygienically for a long time.
