The Benefits of eHEPA Filters in Maintaining Clean Air in Hospitals
In healthcare environments, maintaining clean air is not just a preference—it’s a life-saving necessity. Hospitals are high-risk zones for the transmission of airborne pathogens, and every element of facility design must prioritize patient and staff safety. Enter the HEPA filter hand dryer—a powerful tool in the fight against contamination. Specifically, Excel Dryer’s eHEPA® filtration system stands out as a revolutionary advancement in air purification within commercial restrooms. By installing HEPA hand dryers, you help create safer, cleaner hospital environments while meeting stringent healthcare air filtration standards.
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What are eHEPA Filters and How Do They Work?
Our eHEPA filters—or Electrostatic High-Efficiency Particulate Air filters—are designed to capture microscopic contaminants from the airstream. Unlike traditional dryer filters, these HEPA hand dryer filters use electrostatically charged media to trap particles as small as 0.3 microns, including 99.999% of viruses and 99.97% of bacteria from the airstream.
When these dryer filters are installed in hand dryers, such as our XLERATOR® and ThinAir® hand dryers, they work to ensure that only clean air is expelled during use. In high-traffic healthcare facilities, where the risk of spreading illness is ever-present, this is a crucial innovation. While eHEPA filters are optional for these dryers, HEPA filtration comes standard in our XLERATORsync® Hand Dryer which is sold exclusively in the US as part of the D|13 Group’s Integrated Sink System.
Having this high level of performance in your hand dryer supports hospital safety and reinforces public trust in hygiene technology used in patient-centered spaces.
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How eHEPA Filters Improve Air Quality and Patient Health Outcomes
Clean air plays a direct role in improving patient recovery times, reducing infection rates, and creating healthier work environments for healthcare professionals. The presence of airborne pathogens in enclosed public areas—like restrooms—can dramatically impact overall hospital cleanliness.
By incorporating HEPA filtration into hand drying technology like our XLERATOR Hand Dryer, hospitals can eliminate the need for paper towels (which can harbor bacteria when improperly disposed of) and switch to a hygienic, touch-free solution. Excel Dryer’s HEPA hand dryer models, equipped with eHEPA filters, reduce exposure to contaminants while simultaneously promoting fast, energy-efficient hand drying.
As a result, hand dryers with HEPA filter capability contribute to hospital safety by:
- Improving patient health and satisfaction
- Enhancing facility cleanliness
- Reducing waste and labor costs
Regulatory Standards and Compliance for eHEPA Filters in Hospitals
Hospitals are held to rigorous environmental and health codes, and air quality requirements are no exception. The use of commercial hand dryers featuring eHEPA filtration aligns with multiple safety guidelines for infection control including healthcare air filtration.
For example, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) emphasize minimizing touchpoints and improving indoor air quality to curb cross-contamination. Excel Dryer’s HEPA filter hand dryer products meet these criteria and are also eligible to contribute toward LEED® credits and WELL Building Standards’ points—further reinforcing their place in modern healthcare design.
Pairing the XLERATOR hand dryer with an ADA-Compliant Recess Kit also enables hospitals to meet accessibility requirements while optimizing air filtration and functionality.
Elevating Hygiene Standards with HEPA Hand Dryer Technology
From dryer filters to fully integrated eHEPA systems, Excel Dryer is leading the charge in hygienic, sustainable restroom technology. As hospital administrators, architects, and facilities managers work to fortify their buildings against the spread of illness, choosing a hand dryer with HEPA filter capability is a smart, compliant, and forward-thinking decision.
With the power of HEPA filtration, hospital restrooms become another layer of defense in protecting patients and staff from harmful airborne pathogens.
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Let’s Clear the Air: Ready to Upgrade to eHEPA Protection?
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