Commercial Hand Dryers: Separating Fact from Misconception and 'Clearing the Air' for Optimal Facility Management

Commercial hand dryers, while often a standard fixture in most modern facilities, are often misunderstood. That’s why we’ve got you covered! To help dispel prevalent myths regarding hygiene, maintenance, energy consumption, noise, and durability. By providing accurate information about advancements in hand dryer technology, we empower facility managers, architects, and contractors to make informed decisions for hygienic, efficient, and sustainable restroom solutions.

Common Misconceptions and Their Impact:

Hygiene Concerns

• A prevalent misconception is that hand dryers are inherently less hygienic than paper towels. This notion often stems from outdated studies and a lack of understanding regarding modern hand dryer technology.
• Impact: This misconception can lead to unnecessary paper waste and increased maintenance costs associated with paper towel disposal, while overlooking the advancements in HEPA filtration and touchless technology offered by modern hand dryers. Modern hand dryers are redefining restroom hygiene and user comfort. Touchless sensors, antibacterial filters, adjustable heat settings (like our Machflow Plus contains), and noise reduction technology are just a few of the innovations setting a new standard for clean, pleasant public restroom experiences.

• Many facility managers believe that hand dryers require extensive and costly maintenance. This belief can deter them from adopting efficient hand drying solutions.
• Impact: This leads to a misunderstanding of the low maintenance that modern hand dryers require, and how much money and time it saves a facility. Nowadays, many modern hand dryers have water collecting tanks (like our U-Flow & Dualflow Plus) which help with spillage, cleaning, and overall make facility manager’s lives a lot easier.

• Older hand dryer models were known for their high energy consumption, contributing to the misconception that all hand dryers are energy-intensive.
• Impact: Today, this idea could not be farther from the truth. This misconception can hinder the adoption of sustainable restroom solutions, as facility managers may overlook some of the more energy-efficient options available in the market.

• The perception of excessive noise often associated with hand dryers can create a negative user experience and deter facility managers from installing these devices in noise-sensitive environments.
• Impact: This can restrict the implementation of hygienic hand drying solutions in spaces where noise levels are a concern, such as hospitals or libraries. However, modern hand dryers (like our Speedflow Plus) are perfectly crafted for areas like schools, hospitals, libraries, etc. as they provide the lowest level in their category as well as adjustable power levels.

• Many people believe that hand dryers do not last very long, and are prone to breaking.
• Impact: This thought process can lead to people purchasing cheaper, less reliable hand dryers, that will in the long run, cost the facility more money in repairs and replacement. So, when looking to invest in a drying solution for your facility, make sure you do your homework on durable hand dryers that are built to last. For example, our Dualflow Plus has been installed in places like Dodgers Stadium in Los Angeles, CA and the Broward Judicial Courthouse in Fort Lauderdale, FL for close to a decade.

Saniflow Corp. recognizes the importance of addressing these misconceptions to facilitate informed decision-making. By providing accurate information and highlighting the advancements in hand dryer technology, we aim to promote the adoption of hygienic, efficient, and sustainable restroom solutions.