Here are several notable case studies and research findings that explore the use of touchless faucets and soap dispensers in commercial environments, focusing on hygiene, efficiency, and user experience:
- FontanaShowers – Public Restroom Study (June 2024)
Fontana Showers conducted a comprehensive study on sensor-based bathroom fixtures in public restrooms (airports, malls, hospitals). It specifically measured the impact on water usage and hygiene efficiency, showing significant improvements post-installation of touchless faucets.
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- Fontana’s Accuracy & Reliability Case Study (June 23, 2024)
This case study assessed 20 high-traffic restrooms across commercial venues. Key outcomes included better sensor detection accuracy, fewer false activations, and notable reduction in water consumption.
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- Stern Engineering – McDonald’s High-Traffic Washrooms (August 2024)
McDonald’s partnered with Stern Engineering to deploy their SWAR sanitary cabinets in busy restaurant washrooms. These units included touch-free faucets, automatic soap dispensers, hand dryers, and thermostatic mixers—all integrated for hygiene and efficiency. Results showed:
Less dripping and shorter queues
Reduced maintenance time and soap use
Improved user experience through intuitive LED guides
Better cost control and cross-contamination prevention
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- Stern Engineering – Shopping & Food Factory Revamp (March 2024)
A case study highlighted how Stern’s Extreme CS soap & water duo transformed restrooms at a Shopping & Food Factory outlet—elevating both hygiene and brand experience for upscale clientele.
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- Bravat/Project Case Studies & Metrics
Bravat’s project reviews include metrics such as:
Sensor Accuracy: ~80% fewer false triggers
User Satisfaction: ~92% positive response
Water Savings: ~36% reduction, with ~$372/month utility cost savings across 25 projects
User Preference: ~95% favor touchless; ~93% satisfaction from facility managers
Projects span healthcare, transit hubs, hotels, retail, and more.
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- Bobrick – School District Restroom Upgrades
Bobrick retrofitted restrooms in a preschool-to-6th-grade school district, replacing manual fixtures with automatic soap dispensers and towel systems, significantly improving hygiene for young users.
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- Geberit (Chicago Faucets) – Designing a Fully Touchless Commercial Restroom
A guideline (rather than a project summary) from Geberit emphasizes that 72% of consumers perceive touchless restrooms as more hygienic. It lays out steps to build a fully hands-free restroom—faucets, soap dispensers, flush actuators, hand dryers—aiming for improved hygiene and user comfort.
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- Historic & General Studies – Wikipedia Insights
Automatic soap dispensers have been widely adopted in public spaces since the 1980s. An example: Tampa International Airport installed 143 automatic urinals, 390 automatic-flush commodes, and 276 automatic faucets by 2003
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Automatic (touchless) faucets are common in high-traffic settings like airports and hotels for their germ-reducing benefits
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Summary: Comparison Table
Source / Project Installations & Features Key Outcomes
Fontana Showers Sensor faucets in public restrooms Water savings; improved sensor reliability
Fontana Showers (20 locations) High-traffic restrooms analysis Fewer false activations; water-use drop
Stern / McDonald’s (SWAR units) Integrated cabinets with faucet, dispenser, dryer Hygiene boost; maintenance reduction; queue control
Stern / Shopping & Food Factory Extreme CS duo in restaurants Revamped restroom experience; hygiene uplift
Bravat Multiple commercial projects across sectors High satisfaction; cost & water savings
Bobrick / Schools Touchless upgrades in school restrooms Hygiene improvement for children
Geberit Guidelines Design strategy for fully touchless restrooms Higher hygiene perception; planning resource
Wikipedia Historical Context Touchless tech adoption in public spaces (airports, hotels) Widespread implementation over time
Why This Matters
Hygiene & Infection Control: Touchless fixtures greatly reduce surface contact.
Operational Efficiency: Integrated systems (like SWAR) cut maintenance and queues.
Resource Savings: Proven reductions in water and utility costs.
User Satisfaction: Strong preference and usability feedback.
Design Integration: Many solutions are sleek, modular, and easily specifiable.