The Blow-By-Blow
23 studies conclude: Hand dryers are as healthy and safe as other drying methods. Recent clickbait articles feature misleading, unsubstantiated and negative information surrounding hand dryers and COVID-19. Now, the truth has emerged. After 23 peer-reviewed studies, one clear conclusion was reached: Dry your hands with paper towels or hand dryers—because they’re equally hygienic. Researchers […]
The world is currently preoccupied with one thing: germ and infection control. With the potential for the current global pandemic to continue for several years, the need for methods to control infection spread and kill potentially deadly germs continues to be top-of-mind. In the past, the only option for truly portable germ control was basic […]
The original hand dryer called the “electric towel” was patented in 1921. Over the last 99 years, hand dryers have undergone massive innovation and creative engineering to become the ideal choice for restrooms across the world. Countless hours of research and development led to the creation of the XLERATOR® hand dryer for bathrooms in 2002 […]
With reports related to the current coronavirus (COVID-19) dominating the news, perhaps now, more than ever, we stand with restaurants, municipalities, airports and other everyday facilities nationwide in support of a cause that impacts all of us: the protection of public health and wellness. Helping to create healthier environments has always been a critical piece […]
Now more than ever, worldwide, people are discovering the true importance of handwashing — and the true cost of improper hand hygiene procedures. With an active cold and flu season underway and the coronavirus making headlines, proper and constant handwashing has taken center stage and for good reason. Proper handwashing and hand drying are the […]
Design trends for 2020 have already begun to make a statement. Each year, new trends emerge, some more readily accepted than others. Only very few trends stand the test of time, and even fewer remain in favor long enough to come back and reach peak popularity again. Stainless steel has managed to do just that. […]
Constructing the perfect restroom can be deceptively tricky. From sink placement to the swing direction of the stall doors, laying out a well-designed restroom all comes back to one key question: how many people will use these facilities at one time? It’s a question that, though simple, can cause disaster if not fielded properly. Whether […]
You’ve designed your restroom, validated its layout and location, and touched it up with colors and materials that will tie everything together. The last step: the furnishings. Should you go with a hands-free faucet? A brushed-nickel door handle? What hand dryer technology does my restroom need to function seamlessly? We’ve broken down the five things […]
It’s amazing how attention to detail translates into trust for a brand, a company, or a destination. Companies spend millions of dollars improving the experience of their customers and guests. No detail is too small. Color psychology is used to select the perfect paint color. There are even websites and apps dedicated to ranking public […]
As concern for environmental sustainability continues to grow, buyers and specifiers want to select a hand dryer that addresses this issue while delivering on performance. Excel Dryer is the first in the industry to publish Health Product Declarations (HPDs) for three of our hand dryers— the original, patented, high-speed, energy-efficient XLERATOR® Hand Dryer, the XLERATOReco® […]
