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World Dryer Model A, push button with a cast iron cover



 

Question:

Hand Dryer Expert,

I am considering installing Hand dryers into a mental health unit, but I have some concerns.  Is there is a concern of safety associated with hand dryers?  

Thank you, Glenn


Answer:

Glenn,

Hand dryers are made with safety standards and vandalism prevention in mind.  Dryers operate in mental institutions, federal prisons, and large public schools.  They have an excellent, proven track record.  One model to consider is the World Dryer Model A with a cast iron cover.  This has been extensively tested for vandalism over the past 60 years that it has been in service!    Cast iron with porcelain enamel is the best for vandalism, but stainless steel is on par.  (I was told by one major chain that they use only stainless because the vandals don’t even bother messing with it.  Brushed is the best because it hides marks.) 

 

Many institutions swear by push button models because they feel they are more durable, but I prefer automatics because there are less moving parts and of course you don’t have to touch them.  One prison told me that they go with automatic because they are afraid that the push button, if it were somehow pried free, could be used as a weapon. 

Thanks, Hand Dryer Expert

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