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The most recent innovation in the Hand Dryer sector is the blade dryer. Handy Dryers would like to introduce its own Blade Hand Dryer, The Gorillo hand dryer.

If you’ve never fitted a hand dryer by yourself before, you’re in the right place. To make your hand dryer installation an absolute breeze, follow our simple six-step guide.

The new ECO Tapillo Tap Hand Dryers have been designed with both style and function in mind.Both the Tapillo Single Air Tap Hand Dryer and the Tapillo 2 in 1 Air and Water Tap Hand Dryer are beautifully made from top quality 304 stainless steel and manufactured to an exacting high standard.Each dryer boasts an air temperature sensor to automatically reduce the heater power, saving energy and money. A 2x stage air filtration process also provides ultra clean sanitised air.

It has been debated over between paper towel and hand dryer industry giants for many years. Both sides of the argument have for some time been able to make viable scientific studies which prove one is better than the other at maintaining washroom hygiene and in a recent article in the Guardian newspaper, they further highlight this very impasse. But, are hand dryers really unhygienic? And who currently reigns supreme in the great paper towels vs hand dryer debate.

In theory, placing your hand dryer or towel dispenser in just the right location should be easy. In the simplest terms, it involves measuring the hand dryer height from the floor and planning the right hand dryer distance from the sink and other washroom features.

A slimline powerhouse. The Beaver ECO provides impressive, high-speed drying power while keeping the washroom landscape uncluttered thanks to its ultra slimline design.At 99mm in depth, the Beaver ECO dryer is one of the world’s slimmest hand dryers, making it perfect for washrooms where floor space is scarce.

Veltia has long been recognised as Europe's most advanced designer and manufacturer of hand dryers and have now teamed up exclusively with Handy Dryers to produce the illo by Veltia hand dryer. The ultimate melding of style and technology to produce a true state-of-the-art hand dryer.

Our quiet Hand Dryers have been voted the best in their class, with each unit having passed rigorous testing against hundreds of other quiet branded dryers from across the commercial washroom industry. Boasting sound-softening technology the Hand Dryers in our quiet range, offer drying times of just 8 - 10 seconds and are capable of produce outstanding sound levels of just 63dB, making them some of the quietest hand dryers in the world!

Nothing says sophistication in a washroom more than high performing hygienic quiet hand dryers, especially when they have a significantly lower sound output than customers’ might be used to. It’s surprising how simple ambience and a pleasant method to dry one’s hands after visiting the bathroom in a restaurant, bar or workplace can heighten the overall experience of the visit.

Students are now, more than ever acutely aware of carbon footprints and energy efficiency. Installing a super energy efficient hand dryer not only saves your establishments money, it also shows your students that you care and are doing whatever you can to make a difference. 

Which method of hand drying is most suitable in modern day life, an electric hand dryer or paper towel?

In the summer of 2022, Dryflow supplied the world’s oldest, and arguably most famous university with 43 of its most discerning dryers, the Dryflow Classic Plus II.Units Supplied: 43Key Benefits: Very quiet and energy efficientRated Power: 1.4kW | 5.83 Wh per dryProjectThe university needed hand dryers that would provide several benefits – low noise, energy efficiency and reliability to ensure staff and students could enjoy the advantages of fast drying with low environmental impact.SolutionThe elegant, energy-efficient Dryflow Classic Plus II hand dryer is very cheap to run and a favourite amongst educational institutions for its cost-saving qualities alone. The added benefits of ultra low noise, robust materials and a motor life that will keep on running for years to come put this dryer at the top of the league for the University of Cambridge.The Dryflow Classic PlusThese units are extremely competitively priced and come with industry-leading warranties – so you can be safe in the knowledge that your hand dryer will keep on delivering.The Dryflow Classic Plus II has been built to last. It dries hands in just 10 to 15 seconds, and is ideal for washrooms which have extremely high traffic. 

Every pub or restaurant hand dryer will have its own requirements. There will always be keys features that are needed to make sure that both your customers and your staff are not put off from coming to your establishment. Here at Handy Dryers we would be confident that each and every one of our products would be a perfect fit for your needs. We have picked out just a few that we feel will really make your place stand out from the crowd.

The challengeThe building housed old conventional hand dryers which hardly dried the hands and were very energy hungry. The requirement was that new units dried the hands quickly enough, but also were energy efficient. “They make the place more hygienic and people are less inclined to use toilet roll.” Jonathan Newey - Centre Director, St Werburghs Community AssociationAbout St Werburghs CentreBased in St Werburghs in East-Central Bristol, they serve the local communities and communities of interest across the city. Managed by the St Werburghs Community Association, it aims to provide accessible and affordable meeting rooms and facilities for individuals, community groups and voluntary organisations. Rooms are offered within its characterful Victorian building or contemporary and eco-friendly Annexe.The solutionThe Ecoforce hand dryer can run at just 500W and still provide a dry time that satisfies all user expectations. A low noise hand dryer suitable for all demographicsModel: Dryflow EcoforceDry time range: 20 – 25 secondsRated power: 500W – 1250W (On/Off heater switch)Guarantee length: 3 yearsThe resultsEstimated annual cost to use old hand dryers: £180 (based on 12p per kW/h) Estimated annual cost to use new hand dryers: £18.90 - £47.25 (based on 12p per kW/h)Annual cost savings: £132.75 - £161.10Estimated annual old hand dryer carbon production: 810 Kg/CO2 (based on 1kW = 0.54 kg/CO2) Estimated annual new hand dryer carbon production: 85 – 212.63 Kg/CO2 (based on 1kW = 0.54 kg/CO2)Annual carbon savings: 597.37 – 725 Kg/CO2Estimated return on investment period:Payback period: approx. 3.9 – 4.7 years

The challengeThe school had conventional hand dryers in place that were about 15 years old. They had a slow dry time of around 30 seconds and a rated power of 2300 kW, which isn’t very energy efficient for a hand dryer. They wanted something more cost effective, as they were renting the machines and it was costing them a lot of money year on year. “They are really good, compact, quiet, easy to keep clean and most of all reliable. The children seem to like the fact there is no button to push” Graeme Davie - Premises ManagerAbout South Farnborough Junior SchoolThis is a non-denominational Junior School catering for boys and girls from seven to eleven years of age, situated in Farnborough, Hampshire.It caters for approx. 400 pupils and has a Resourced Provision for Learning Difficulties that provides provision for 20 children.The solutionProviding a great balance between low noise levels, energy efficiency and quick dry times, this highly robust hand dryer has a motor expectancy that exceeds all others on the market Model: Dryflow Classic PLUS MKIIDry time range: 15-20 secondsRated power: 1400WGuarantee length: 7 yearsThe resultsEstimated annual cost to use old hand dryers: £644*Estimated annual cost to use new hand dryers: £235.20*Annual cost savings: £408.80*Estimated annual old hand dryer carbon production: 2898+ Kg/CO2Estimated annual new hand dryer carbon production: 1058.40+ Kg/CO2Annual carbon savings: 1839.60 Kg/CO2Estimated return on investment period:Payback period: approx. 2.4 yearsEstimated annual savings using new high-speed hand dryers compared to if paper towels were used**: Cost Savings: £4,804.80Carbon Savings: 5,241.60kg/CO2Trees Saved: 33.6* Based on 12p per kW/h; + Based on 1kW = 0.54 kg/CO2; **Based on 3 paper towels used per dry, 0.6p per paper towel, 22.5gms/CO2 per dry)

Switching from paper towels to energy efficient hand dryersIntelligent Facility Solutions were tasked with calculating the carbon savings of switching from paper to dryers and then delivering the supply and fit of hand dryers across the YHA locations in England and Wales.Based on the initial 23 sites that were surveyed it was calculated that the YHA could make annual savings of 20,228Kg/CO2 switching to the Dryflow EcoSlim hand dryer.That would save 107 virgin trees per year. These hand dryers are 86 - 96% more energy efficient than a conventional hand dryer.

If any company knows about good investments, it’s multinational investment and financial services firm, Morgan Stanley, who made the shrewd decision to switch to more cost-effective hand dryers from the summer of 2022.Units Supplied: 15 to date, with plans to supply moreKey Benefits: Energy efficient, cheap to run and good looksRated Power: 0.8kW - 1.65kW | 2.67 - 4.58 Wh per dryProjectThe UK branch of the international firm, with offices in London and Glasgow, was previously using the Dyson AB14, until its buildings managers crunched the numbers and realised there were many cost savings to be achieved by moving to more energy-efficient hand dryers.SolutionMorgan Stanley’s workplace solutions provider, CBRE, approached one of our electrical wholesaler partners, Edmundon’s Electrical, to source the perfect hand dryers. We worked closely with the wholesaler to help them arrive at the ideal solution – the Dryflow Steelforce Hand Dryer. This popular, hands-in dryer, designed for high-traffic areas, can provide 1,875 dries per just £1 of electricity, whilst offering reliability and certainty… in the washroom at least.The Dryflow SteelforceWith famously fast dry times, this dryer is made for busy, fast-paced environments where time is money. It even features a guiding light to help the user maximise the powerful airflow for optimum efficiency.Its sleek, stainless steel lines allow it to fit in the most prestigious of washrooms, and it can certainly give the Dyson Airblade AB14 a run for its money, both in looks and performance that would normally be associated with a much more expensive dryer.The design team behind the Dryflow Steelforce Hand Dryer have created a unit with second-to-none efficiency that’s cheap to run, great value to purchase, and is built to last. It comes with market-leading guarantees and a robust build that will keep it running and running, with limited need for maintenance.

The challengeBoth male and female student washrooms were to be fully refurbished in the main building as they were tired looking and the busiest in a school with 1200+ students. The old hand dryers were loud and slow to dry the hands. The washrooms were opposite classrooms, so noise was an issue. New hand dryers needed to be energy efficient, cost effective, robust, reliable, attractive and with quick drying times.“They are quieter than the old hand dryers so neighbouring rooms have benefited. Since installation we feel they have encouraged more usage as a result, so contributing to improved hygiene by users in the premises.”Alexis O’Brien - Premises Manager, Gladesmore Community SchoolAbout Gladesmore Community SchoolGladesmore is an 11-16, mixed school with approximately 1,250 pupils. It is situated in the urban area of South Tottenham, adjacent to Markfield Park which backs onto the River Lea. It has repeatedly been judged to be an ‘Outstanding School’ in all aspects by Ofsted Inspectors.The solutionProviding a quick dry time yet Quiet Mark approved low noise volume, this vandal resistant hand dryer has 4 settings to maximise energy efficiency and minimise running costs.Model: Dryflow ViperDry time range: 15 - 20 secondsRated power: 600W - 2000W (4 settings available)Guarantee length: 3 yearsThe results“The hand dryers are robust while still looking attractive. They dry hands just as quick as a more expensive brand but at more than half the cost.The quick drying time has also helped to alleviate congestion at peak rush periods during break times.The ability to easily adjust the temperature and speed with no special tools is useful and can be done in under one minute.”Alexis O’Brien - Premises Manager, Gladesmore Community SchoolEstimated annual savings using new high-speed hand dryers compared to previous units+:Cost Savings: £196Electricity savings: 1,634 kW/hCarbon Savings: 882kg/CO2Estimated annual savings using new high-speed hand dryers compared to if paper towels were used+**:Cost Savings: £9,856Carbon Savings: 11,592kg/CO2(+Dryflow Viper running at its most energy efficient setting based on 12p per kW/h and 1kW = 0.54kg/CO2; **Based on 3 paper towels used per dry, 0.6p per paper towel, 22.5gms/CO2 per dry)

Since 2021, Dryflow has supplied the compact, yet perfectly formed EcoWave Hand Dryers to Burger King restaurants throughout the UK, saving the firm thousands of pounds in energy costs, whilst providing speedy hand drying for fast food lovers and staff.Dan Warwick, purchasing manager at ICM Complete Fit Out Solutions says:“The Dryflow EcoWave is an aesthetically pleasing and reliable product“Units Supplied: Continuous supply, 200+ to dateInstaller: ICMKey Benefits: Slim, sleek, quiet, energy efficientRated Power: 0.4kW - 0.95kW | 1.67 - 2.64 Wh per dryProjectWe worked closely with Burger King’s longstanding fit out company, ICM Complete Fit Out Solutions, to supply our energy-efficient, space-savvy Dryflow Eco Dryers which are ideal for a wide range of sites with high footfall, including city centres, airports and motorway service areas.SolutionAs one of the most slimline dryers on the market, with a depth of just 10cm, and complete with hygienic HEPA filter, is the perfect dryer for any restaurant wishing to maximise space, style AND efficiency in the washroom.The Dryflow Eco WavePerfect for fast food and all other hospitality outlets, The Dryflow EcoWave Hand Dryer completely dries hands in just 10 – 15 seconds.Boasting second-to-none energy and cost efficiency – with 3,000 dries possible per £1 spent on electricity – this elegant, extremely well constructed, slimline dryer will save any business money when they make the switch from paper towels or a less efficient electric unit. The Dryflow brand is the world’s very first range of hand dryers to be classed as Carbon Neutral by ClimatePartner

The challengePaper towels were the original hand drying method of choice. The tenants decided that hand dryers would be more cost effective and more eco- friendly. This would also match the eco credentials of the building. “The service provided by Intelligent Facility Solutions Ltd, especially Andrew Cameron was excellent, I can't recommend them highly enough. The hand dryers themselves are exactly what we required and have received excellent feedback.” Caroline Hodgson - Receptionist, One Station SquareWho are One Station Square?One Station Square is part of the regeneration of the centre of Cambridge. It is home to some major brands including Amazon, Deloitte, Thales and Carter Jonas. It is the largest building in the city centre, servicing around 800 people a day. It was built using sustainable materials and exceeding energy efficiency standardsThe solutionAfter initial energy and cost calculations were made, as well as discussions regarding suitability, Jet Force hand dryers were installed throughout the building.Model: Dryflow Jet Force ProDry time range: 15 – 20 secondsRated power: 700W – 1650W (intelligent heating system)Guarantee length: 5 yearsThe resultsAnnual paper towel cost: £16,848 (based on 0.6p per paper towel) Annual cost to use new equipment: £349.44 - £823.68 (based on 12p per kW/h)Annual cost savings: £16,024 - £16,498Annual paper towel carbon production: 21,060 Kg/CO2 (based on 22.5g/CO2 per toilet visit) Annual hand dryer carbon production: 1,572.48 – 3,706.56 Kg/CO2 (based on 1kW = 0.54 kg/CO2)Annual carbon savings: 17,353.44 – 19,487.52 Kg/CO2Estimated return on investment period:Payback period: approx. 0.48 – 0.5 years

The challengeSome of the venues had mixed conventional warm air hand dryers varying from 2kw to 2.5kw rated power with 30 to 45 second drying cycles. Some units were manual operation so continued to use energy while not in use. Typical energy consumption was 20 to 30 watt-hours per dry.“The Turboforce were selected because of their high energy efficiency, the units have been well received in all our sites and the upgrade has massively improved the perception of our washroom facilities and cut energy use by 90% compared to our previous hand dryers”S.Midgley - Deputy Head of Estates, Sheffield City TrustWho are Sheffield City Trust?It was established in 1990 with a mission to improve the health and wellbeing of the people of Sheffield. It manages the venues that were built for the 1991 World Student Games and has acquired many more since. It has millions of people through its doors each year with over 15 sport, leisure and entertainment venues under the Sheffield City Trust umbrella.The solutionEnergy efficient, high speed Turboforce hand dryers were installed. All units start immediately when hands are placed under and stop as soon as they are removed. Typical energy consumption is 2.33 to 5.33 watt-hours per dry.Model: Dryflow TurboforceDry time range: 10-15 secondsRated power: 350W – 1600W (4 settings available)Guarantee length: 5 yearsThe results“IFS carried out a comprehensive site survey of all our facilities which highlighted the inefficiency of the current hand dryers. They had an excellent range of hand dryers designed to suit the rigours of intense use and were even able to make technical adjustments to the product to specifically meet our requirements.” S.Midgley - Deputy Head of Estates, Sheffield City TrustThe total project was calculated to cost £38,000 and deliver a £10,000 per annum saving, (3.8 year payback period). Total CO2 reduction was calculated at 51 tCO2e perannum.

The challengeThe school was undergoing a refurb. It was decided they wanted a space saving and energy efficient product which was also value for money. They were to replace slow drying, high energy using conventional hand dryers.“They are sleak, stylish and quiet. The design works well with the refurb we’ve done and they dry your hands compared to previous ones we’ve had!” Joe Colannino - Assistant Project Manager, Thorpe Underwood EstateAbout Chapter House SchoolSituated on the Thorpe Underwood Estate, set in more than 220 acres of beautiful North Yorkshire countryside, Queen Ethelburga’s has provided students with a vibrant and supportive school community since 1912.Chapter House (3months to year 5) is one of four schools at Queen Ethelburga’s. Overall, the group caters for children ranging from 3months to year 13.The solutionAt just 10cm depth these hand dryers take up hardly any space. They are also very quiet whilst still doing a great job of drying the hands. Ideal for a school setting.Model: Dryflow EliteDry time range: 20 – 25 secondsRated power: 1700WGuarantee length: 5 yearsThe resultsEstimated annual cost to use old hand dryers: £3733.33 (based on 12p per kW/h) Estimated annual cost to use new hand dryers: £1078.93 (based on 12p per kW/h)Annual cost savings: £2654.40Estimated annual old hand dryer carbon production: 16800 Kg/CO2 (based on 1kW = 0.54 kg/CO2)Estimated annual new hand dryer carbon production: 4855.20 Kg/CO2 (based on 1kW = 0.54 kg/CO2)Annual carbon savings: 11,944.80 Kg/CO2Estimated return on investment period:Payback period: approx. 2.2 years

The challengeThe old hand dryers had burnt out and were extremely noisy. The washrooms are located close to the reception desk and they often caused background noise problems for staff and visitors.“Choosing a product that was both quiet and eco-friendly, I had reservations about performance, however this was unwarranted. Superb dryer at a bargain price to match.” Emma Davis - Fleet & Facilities, ASE Plc Who are ASE Plc?ASE are a global company specialising in the automotive industry, with head offices in Manchester, UK. They operate in over 50 international markets providing specific motor trade accountancy, professional services and retail performance data. There are approx. 50 staff working in this location, but they have a worldwide team of over 220 peopleThe solutionThis Quiet Mark approved unit with blade technology is one of the quietest in its class. You can turn off the heater element to further decrease the energy use and running costs.Model: Dryflow ViperDry time range: 15 – 20 secondsRated power: 600W – 2000W (4 settings available)Guarantee length: 3 yearsThe results“The noise has dramatically reduced into the reception area and it is now as quiet as is should be.The new models selected are much less powerful and more eco-friendly, however the end result is just as good, dry hands all round. In fact, we just purchased another one”Emma Davis - Fleet & Facilities, ASE Plc

Engineered for strength and reliability over a long lifespan, the Armadillo ECO is made with the most durable materials available and is capable of withstanding constant use.

Hand dryers were invested more than 50 years ago. Old style hand dryers used hot air to dry hands. More recent inovations have shown that hands dry faster when high speed hand dryers are used.These highly efficient hand dyer achieve fantastic drying time and a large energy saving by reducing drying time to less than 10 seconds for lower power usage.

A faster dry time and lower power consumption means the Crocodillo T and Gorillo hand dryer costs up to 80% less to run than older style hand dryers and 97% less than paper towels. You can dry your hands over 20 times with a Gorillo for the price of a single paper towel.

Hands Under Hand Dryers are suitable for a wide range of washrooms spaces, from smaller more intimate washrooms to larger commercial spaces.This superb group of dryers offer an array of market leading technology, while continually maintaining the guaranteed fast and efficient drying times. From ECO functions, to built in HEPA Filters, to adjustable heat controls; our hands in range offers everything you need and more.

For many years there has been significant research into the control and elimination of germs. Repeated outbreaks of MRSA and C Difficile in hospitals has certainly prompted us all to question the methods used to combat germs in our environment.

Research highlights the importance of hand drying in infection control – and points to electric hand dryers as the best method of hand dryingWhile the benefits of washing your hands have been understood for more than a century, the benefits of hand drying are yet to become public knowledge. Equally, the best method of hand drying has historically divided opinion.

Investing in washroom hand-dryers is clearly a smart move. Making the best use of your funds and finding ECO friendly solutions are high priority for us. An equipment purchase qualifies as a fixed asset, unlike paper towels that are classified as a costly expense.

Sterillo Hand Dryer and Sterillo UNO have understandably been flying out of our warehouse in recent months. Our washroom sterilisation equipment was primarily being used in just the one room, but thanks to Sterillo UNO – a complete air sanitisation unit without a hand dryer, we have seen customers finding other purposes and locations for them to be used.

Our range of ECO Hand Dryers use the lowest amounts of power possible, without sacrificing functionality or output.This is all thanks their use of the most advanced dryer technology available on the market today. ECO does not mean lower performance. It means enhanced performance, 8-10 second dry times and an incredible 2000+ separate hand drying cycles for only £1.00.

Dyson’s low energy hand dryers are helping Welcome Break to reduce its carbon footprint, with the hand dryers emitting 85% less CO₂ than single-use paper towels.[1] Global research and technology company Dyson for Business, and the UK’s leading motorway service provider Welcome Break, are announcing details of a recent partnership which is helping Welcome Break to deliver its sustainability goals by using the latest washroom technology.  The company has installed over 450 Dyson Airblade 9kJ low energy hand dryers across all of its 44 service areas and 31 hotels in the UK. Each hand dryer uses only a sixth of the energy of conventional dryers, corresponding to 9.1 kilojoules of energy per use, and captures 99.95% of particles through its HEPA filter – helping Welcome Break’s 85 million annual visitors dry their hands hygienically and efficiently.[2]  In the wake of COP26 and the implementation of the Government’s Net Zero strategy, businesses are racing to reduce their carbon footprint.[3] One of the main areas where major sustainability gains can be seen is in the washroom. Globally, millions of tonnes of paper towels are used every year, with most going into landfill since they cannot be recycled.[4] But with research showing that damp hands can transfer up to 1,000 times more bacteria than dry hands, customers must be able to dry their hands thoroughly and sustainably.[5] Dyson’s innovative technologies negate these concerns. All Dyson hand dryers include air-cleaning HEPA filters and touchless activation as standard. Dyson hand dryers are just as hygienic as using a paper towel, and the Airblade 9kJ model produces up to 88% less CO₂ than paper towels.[6],[7] Implementing this simple change to its UK washrooms is helping Welcome Break to further its mission of becoming the greenest motorway service, while boosting hygiene levels for customers. Tom Crawford, Global Director of Sustainability at Dyson said: “Dyson was founded on a principle of lean engineering and doing more with less when it comes to our technologies and how we do business. We applied the same philosophy to the development of our hand dryers, making wasteful paper towels redundant with the launch of the Dyson Airblade™ hand dryer. Working with Welcome Break to help the company boost sustainability and hygiene in its washrooms nationwide aligns perfectly with our own goals and we are excited to see how the partnership continues to benefit visitors in the future.” Martyn Brett-Lee, Commercial Director at Welcome Break said: “We are delighted to have installed Dyson Airblade technology across our Welcome Break locations. On our mission to become a more sustainable Motorway Service Area Operator, reducing our CO2 emissions is key and Dyson’s Airblade technology is one of the many ways we’re driving this. Given the last few years we’ve all experienced, we’re pleased to provide our customers assurances that their hand drying is with HEPA-filtered, clean air.” Dyson for Business offers high quality products for professional settings including its award-winning hand dryers and air purifiers. From motorway services to education establishments, Dyson for Business offers peace of mind through its use of the latest technology and engineering innovation. --- [1] Average electricity price £0.1/kWh as of December 2018: See our calculations.[2] https://www.dyson.co.uk/commercial/hand-dryers/airblade-9kj [3] Net Zero Strategy: Build Back Greener, HM Government, https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/1033990/net-zero-strategy-beis.pdf [4] https://www.dyson.co.uk/inside-dyson/sustainability/overview[5] Epidemiology & Infection, Residual moisture determines the level of touch-contact-associated bacterial transfer following hand washing, December 1997[6] Frontiers Public Health, Aerosols and Bacteria From Hand Washing and Drying in Indoor Air, 2022 https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpubh.2022.804825/full [7] Average electricity price £0.1/kWh as of December 2018. See our calculations.

The ClientWates Smart Space provides Facilities Management services to Gatwick Airport, London. Gatwick is the second-busiest airport in the UK by passenger traffic by volume of annual passengers of around 45m, making London Gatwick the biggest single runway Airport in the World. The airport owners, Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP) have a desire to meet their sustainability targets, to reduce the energy consumption of their estate and introduce operational efficiencies throughout the estate.Their ProblemThe estates washrooms use a mixed range of high speed hand dryers, with power ratings ranging between 1600 and 2300 watts. These dryers are energy hungry costing the estate £0.0044 to £0.00192 per dry, and the units have a high motor failure rate. Further, the estate manager has no way of remotely monitoring washroom hand dryer usage for responsive cleaning against sudden and peak usage surges.Our SolutionSAVORTEX deployed its EcoCurve 550D Smart hand dryer on a trial basis in the male washrooms in the South Terminal where there is high footfall. The EcoCurve Smart uses an advanced digital brush-less motor technology, which consumes power of just 550W and offers 10x more operational life than traditional dryers. The EcoCurve smart dryer uses its patented in-built sensors wirelessly reporting energy usage per dry to the SAVORTEX web portal, allowing estates managers remote access to manage washroom facilities. Over the trial period the estates manager was able to monitor hand dryer usage and washroom footfall of 14,100 pairs of hands being dried, resulting in a consumption of 14.90 KG of C02, and run responsive cleaning schedules based on footfall, introducing new operational efficiencies throughout the estate.

CLIENT The National Centre for Food Manufacturing at University of Lincoln leads the way for food industry innovation for businesses and employees.PROJECTProcurement of a hand dryer suitable to use within food manufacturing areas. It must be hygienic, dry hands quickly, make minimal noise and limit the creation of slip hazzards.SOLUTION- V7-300Over 300 jets of strategically placed air remove water from both sides of hands simultaniously without needing continuous hand movement. The Veltia V7-300 hand dryer uses patented technology to stop water from your hands ending up on the floor surface. This range uses Microban technology - an antibacterial protection impregnated at the manufacturing stage (that doesn’t wear out) which inhibits the growth and transference of microbes and harmful bacteria. There is also a ZeroSmell feature that neutralises bad odours. If that wasn’t enough, the V7 boasts of low noise and low energy use, too.The National Centre for Food Manufacturing (NCFM) is dedicated to helping food industry employees advance their careers. They understand the demands of working in this fast moving, dynamic industry. V7-300 hand dryers were fitted into NCFM factory areas two years ago, and the units continue to be easy to clean, quiet and perform their task very well. The hand dryer gives a very good first impression to our visitors as they pass through our hand washing systems. Alongside an extensive academic offering the NCFM is also committed to spurring innovation within the sector. An important role of the NCFM is to help food companies see what good looks like within the food industry.“The V7-300 continues to hit the high standards we set out for training and education work.”

At 42 Berners Street, a new contemporary office building in the heart of London’s Fitzrovia district, Bobrick’s QuietDry Series and Recessed Hand Dryers provide stylish, hygienic, sustainable hand-drying solutions in all its washrooms.