Stern Engineering

Tubular Trio at Denver International AirportProject OverviewDenver International Airport (DEN), one of the busiest airports in the United States, required a washroom solution capable of supporting extremely high user volumes while maintaining hygiene, cleanliness, and sustainability. Stern Engineering’s Tubular Trio in Stainless Steel AISI 316 was selected to meet these demands in public washrooms across the airport.The ChallengeHigh-footfall airport washrooms face ongoing challenges including water spillage, slippery floors, excessive paper towel waste, and high consumption of water and soap. Traditional layouts often separate washing and drying areas, resulting in water dripping across the space and increased maintenance requirements.The SolutionStern’s Tubular Trio integrates a touch-free electronic tap, automatic soap dispenser, and hand dryer directly over the washbasin, allowing the entire handwashing and drying process to take place in one location. This configuration keeps water contained within the basin, significantly reducing floor wetness and improving overall washroom cleanliness.Manufactured from corrosion-resistant Stainless Steel AISI 316, Tubular Trio is ideally suited to the demanding conditions of airport environments, delivering durability, reliability, and long service life.Results & BenefitsImproved hygiene through fully touch-free operationCleaner washrooms by eliminating water dripping between wash and dry zonesUp to 50% water savings compared to conventional systemsReduced soap consumption through controlled, measured dispensingElimination of paper towels, reducing waste and ongoing operational costsEnhanced user flow, supporting fast, intuitive handwashing in busy washroomsConclusionBy implementing Stern’s Tubular Trio, Denver International Airport achieved a cleaner, safer, and more sustainable washroom environment. The integrated over-basin design supports efficient user movement, lowers resource consumption, and delivers a future-ready solution for high-traffic public facilities.

Scotia Bank Arena, a major stadium in Toronto that is home to the Toronto Maple Leafs and Toronto Raptors sports teams. The arena receives very high foot traffic so consideration was taken when choosing the best washroom fixtures for the restrooms. The matching, touchless Tubular tap and soap dispenser in stainless steel AISI 316 were selected to be in all of the arena public bathrooms. They are a great choice for high-traffic areas because it allows guests to visit the bathroom with a low touch point - increasing hygiene. On the side of sustainability, using touchless taps can save up to 50% water and automatic soap dispensers reduce soap usage as well. Having an open and easily accessible deck to the sink makes cleaning and maintenance easy for the cleaning crew. Additionally, the stainless steel AISI 316 material holds up great against the high foot traffic and constant cleaning.

In the VIP section of Scotia Bank Arena -home to the Toronto Maple Leafs and Toronto Raptors - Stern Engineering delivered a refined, touchless washroom solution tailored to the premium design concept of the space. The Extreme CS touchless tap and matching automatic soap dispenser, both finished in a warm Antique Bronze, were selected to make the guest experience more comfortable and hygienic while supporting the arena’s functional needs.This matching duo not only enhances the luxurious aesthetic of the VIP environment but also ensures a low-touch, highly hygienic experience for guests. With touchless activation, the Extreme CS tap helps reduce water consumption by up to 50%, while the automatic soap dispenser minimizes soap waste - supporting the arena’s sustainability efforts.Beyond aesthetics and hygiene, the design offers practical advantages. The clean and open deck space around the sink allows staff to maintain the area quickly and efficiently. Built to withstand heavy use, the Antique Bronze finish and robust construction ensure longevity even with frequent cleaning and continuous traffic during games and events.Stern’s ability to supply a perfectly coordinated faucet and soap dispenser in a custom, warm metallic finish allowed the arena’s design team to achieve both the visual harmony and the performance required for a high-profile VIP venue.