Modern restroom design goes far beyond aesthetics. Facility managers, architects, and building owners are increasingly focused on how restroom environments influence cleanliness, user confidence, and overall hygiene. One of the most overlooked factors is water itself, specifically, what happens to moisture after handwashing. When excess water is not effectively managed, it can contribute to contamination […]
The COVID-19 pandemic fundamentally reshaped how people think about hygiene in shared spaces, and nowhere is that shift more visible than in public restrooms. What was once considered a routine stop is now a moment of scrutiny, where users actively evaluate cleanliness, safety, and technology. Today’s restroom users expect more than basic functionality. They want […]
Modern restroom expectations have evolved fast. What once counted as “clean enough” is no longer the standard, especially in high-traffic commercial spaces where guests, employees, and facility teams are paying closer attention to the full hygiene experience. Today, restrooms are judged on more than appearance. They’re evaluated on air quality, touch-free design, maintenance demands, and […]
As cold and flu season approaches each year, businesses, schools, and healthcare facilities face the challenge of keeping environments as healthy as possible. Commercial restrooms, often being high-traffic areas, play a critical role in either limiting or accelerating the spread of viruses and bacteria. While frequent cleaning and sanitization are important, upgrading restroom technology with […]
Public restrooms are high-traffic environments where hygiene is a top concern, and rightly so. Germs and bacteria are easily transferred from surfaces to hands and back again. While handwashing has long been recognized as a crucial step in reducing this risk, hand drying is equally important but often overlooked. In fact, how we dry our […]
The D|13 Sink System, designed and manufactured by D|13 Group and featuring Excel Dryer’s XLERATORsync® Hand Dryer with Electrostatic HEPA (eHEPA®) Filtration, has been honored as the Popular Choice Winner in the 2024 Architizer A+Product Awards in the Smart Design & Technology category. Additionally, this innovative touchless sink system was a finalist in the Flexible […]
If throwing in the towel and switching to touchless hand dryers seems like a daunting prospect, you may be thinking about maintenance—after all, the XLERATOR® Hand Dryer is one serious machine. Yet, rest assured: for all its powerful, high-speed performance, its care is but a breeze. Here, we offer tips for our products’ seamless implementation […]
One might not associate “green” with “dry” out in nature, but we’ve been embracing the two words together for more than 50 years. In fact, they’ve worked so well under the same roof that we decided to expand it—along with the rest of our very busy facility as part of our efforts to always be […]
The post-pandemic world has spoken, and the message is clear: restroom cleanliness and hygiene are not just preferences, but imperative demands across the globe. As the public continues to expect cleaner, more hygienic facilities, facility managers and business owners are demanding products that help them meet the mark. William Gagnon, COO of Excel Dryer, reflects […]
Every season is travel season—as long as you know where to go! As summer turns to fall, it’s the perfect time to snag some late- or off-season bargains as the weather is starting to cool, or to fly a little further, where it’s still peak beach weather. “Vacation” means something different to just about everyone. […]