Back-to-School, Back to Hygiene: Why Touchless Hand Dryers Are a Smart Choice for School Restrooms in 2026
A Smarter Way to Enhance Hygiene in Busy Spaces
As students head back to school, facility managers are focused on more than just classrooms and cafeterias — restrooms are a critical part of campus hygiene and safety. School and university restrooms are some of the busiest and most frequently used areas on every campus. High-traffic bathrooms demand solutions that are durable, efficient, easy to maintain, and above all, hygienic. That’s where touchless hand dryers from Saniflow Corp. truly shine.
Already trusted by universities like Penn State, Rutgers, and Florida Atlantic University, our Machflow® Plus and Speedflow® Plus models are smart, sustainable upgrades for educational environments of every size — from elementary schools and high schools to large public universities.
Smart Hygiene Starts with Touchless Technology
Reducing shared touchpoints is essential in high-traffic restrooms, especially during cold and flu season. Both the Machflow Plus and Speedflow Plus feature automatic sensor activation, eliminating the need to touch any surfaces and helping prevent the spread of germs. HEPA filtration comes standard, removing up to 99% of airborne particles such as pollen, smoke, and dust, while ion-hygienic technology (included in Machflow Plus) actively neutralizes viruses and bacteria, adding an extra layer of protection for students and staff.
Quiet Performance = Less Noise for Kids
Noise matters on school campuses, especially for younger students in grade school or kids with disabilities who are sensitive to loud noise. The Machflow Plus features an adjustable motor so facility teams can regulate the sound between 67–74 dBA, while the Speedflow Plus can operate at just 57 dBA in ECO mode — among the quietest in its category. This makes both units ideal for restrooms located near hallways, classrooms, or study spaces where a low decibel level is essential.
Energy Efficiency That Supports Sustainability Goals
From environmental groups to LEED commitments, sustainability is now part of the curriculum. Machflow Plus offers an adjustable motor that allows electricity use to be dialed down between 350–1,050 W, while the Speedflow Plus consumes just 2.8 watts per drying cycle and includes an ON/OFF heating function to further reduce energy consumption. Switching from paper towels to hand dryers can lower operating costs by up to 99% — and save thousands of pounds of paper waste each year.
Designed to Fit Any School
Both the Machflow Plus and Speedflow Plus are ADA-compliant (with optional recess kit for Machflow Plus) and available in sleek finishes ranging from classic black or white to stainless steel, making it easy for facility managers and architects to integrate them into any restroom design. Backed by UL, cUL, and CSA approvals, they deliver safety and compliance that school systems can rely on.
The Smart Choice for a Healthy School Year
As students return this fall, schools have an opportunity to upgrade restroom hygiene and efficiency with smarter, cleaner drying solutions. Touchless hand dryers like the Machflow Plus and Speedflow Plus not only create a cleaner environment for students — they reduce ongoing costs and ease the maintenance burden on facilities teams.
Ready to equip your campus for a healthier school year? Discover Saniflow Corp.’s full range of touchless hand dryers designed for every level of education, from classrooms to stadiums.
