Commercial Hand Dryers: A Must-Have for Every Business

With public hygiene under more scrutiny than ever, users are taking note of inadequate washroom facilities and moving towards convenient, touch-free solutions that minimise the spread of germs.

Hand dryers are an essential part of commercial washrooms. Unlike paper towel dispensers, hand dryers don’t need to be refilled regularly — so your users are never at risk of running out of paper in the middle of drying their hands. Their efficient touch-free design also creates less overall waste than disposable paper towels.

There are many points to consider when choosing the right hand dryer for your commercial washroom. It’s essential to ensure your hand dryer is hygienic and provides a practical, hassle-free user experience — plus, the right hand dryer will enhance the appearance of your washroom.

In this blog, we break down the many benefits of installing a hand dryer in your commercial washroom.

Why your business needs commercial hand dryers

While hand dryers provide many benefits for users and business owners, there’s still some debate about whether hand dryers or paper towels are the most hygienic option for commercial buildings, retailers, and public transport stations. There are also some scenarios where a sturdy paper towel dispenser may be the better choice for your washroom — for example, if a reliable mains supply is not readily available.

However, when it comes to user experience and overall waste reduction, commercial hand dryers are a hygienic and convenient option that can enhance the overall experience of modern commercial washrooms.

Improved washroom user experience

A sub-par washroom can make or break a user’s overall impression of your business, especially in commercial settings like retail stores, business centres and public transport facilities. It’s important for users to always have access to essential washroom facilities and for these facilities to also be intuitive, easy to use and hygienic.

Paper towel dispensers need to be regularly topped up, but knowing how often to refill a dispenser can involve a lot of trial and error — especially in areas with fluctuating foot traffic. Hand dryers require less daily upkeep and are always ready to use, no matter how busy your washroom gets. In addition, high-speed hand dryers can quickly and efficiently dry wet hands in as little as 10 seconds to avoid queues forming in high-traffic washrooms.

If your washroom already features paper towel dispensers, adding hand dryers will enhance the overall washroom experience. For example, additional dryers will keep foot traffic moving during busy periods and give users the freedom to choose their preferred drying method. In addition, the combination of hand dryers and paper towel dispensers will be a lifesaver for cleaning spills and removing stains in a pinch, giving users better facilities to suit their daily needs.

Enhanced cleanliness and hygiene

While most people are focused on the importance of washing their hands, it’s equally important to dry your hands properly. Germs thrive on moisture, so the spread of microbes is more common between wet or damp hands compared to dry hands. This means that having safe, efficient hand-drying solutions in your commercial washrooms is essential for reducing the spread of harmful bacteria between users.

Touch-free hand dryers automatically activate using infrared technology and are especially popular in commercial bathrooms. They don’t require users to touch the device itself, which creates a more hygienic washroom experience. They also provide peace of mind for users who may be concerned about coming into contact with germs by touching a commercial hand dryer.

Reinforced sustainability and cost-effectivity

While commercial hand dryers have higher upfront costs than paper towel dispensers, touch-free hand dryers require less day-to-day maintenance.

Touch-free hand dryers don’t need to be restocked with paper towels. Switching to a hand dryer means your maintenance team will spend less time refilling paper towel dispensers, emptying waste bins and cleaning up discarded paper towels.

Commercial washrooms can often service hundreds of users per day with multiple paper towels being used per person. The overall daily cost of restocking paper towels is much higher than the electricity cost of running hand dryers in your commercial washroom; this is especially true for energy-efficient hand dryers.

Enhance your commercial washroom with an elegant, user-friendly Dolphin hand dryer

At Dolphin Solutions, we craft the finest commercial hand dryers by fusing innovation and intuitive design to provide a superior user experience. Our entire range is made to maximise hygiene and comfort while also flattering the overall design of your washroom.

The Dolphin Velocity High-Speed Hand Dryer includes an H12 HEPA filter and features adjustable speed and sound control to compliment your washroom. Make the most of your space with the Dolphin Mini Hand Dryer, made with a brushed satin finish and touch-free design for exceptional hygiene control. Dolphin also designs a range of touch-free Behind Mirror Hand Dryers that can be integrated into your washroom’s facade.

Learn more about Dolphin’s wide range of sustainable, low-energy hand dryers and book a consultation with our expert team today.