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Energy Efficient Hand Dryers & Eco Hand Dryers

Ensuring your business is as energy efficient as possible isn’t just about saving on energy costs. Using less energy is good for the planet too. And the little things can help. Like our range of eco-hand dryers.

These energy-efficient hand dryers allow you to save energy and save the planet without breaking the bank. Hand dryers in the UK are becoming much more energy efficient such as the PHS Airstream Pure range, and the compact, great value hand dryers from the Warner Howard Airforce range. But to find exactly what you need, it takes some digging. Here, choose the dryer that suits you and rest assured that they are good for the planet.

Buying an eco-hand dryer doesn’t mean you need to compromise on quality. Each of these energy-efficient hand dryers are made to produce the best results on par with the more energy-intensive alternatives.

For the range of best hand dryers in the UK, choose Direct365.

 

What are the environmental benefits of using eco-hand dryers?

Economic Benefits

Energy-efficient hand dryers can lead to significant cost savings over time. While the initial investment might seem high, the long-term financial benefits are substantial. For instance, the Airforce Hand Dryers use 80% less energy than traditional hand dryers, leading to lower energy bills. Moreover, all hand dryers eliminate the recurring cost of purchasing paper towels.

Environmental Benefits

Energy-efficient hand dryers also contribute to environmental sustainability. They reduce waste as they eliminate the need for paper towels, which are often used once and disposed of, contributing to landfill waste. The paper and pulp industry, which produces paper towels, is the fourth largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions and consumes 4% of the world's energy.

Eco-hand dryers, such as the Airforce range use minimal energy, reducing the carbon footprint of a facility. For instance, the PHS Warner Howard EL600 range only uses 0/6KW of energy but with a fast drying time which is significantly lower than conventional hand dryers.

Moreover, energy-efficient hand dryers contribute to less deforestation as they reduce the demand for paper towels, which require cutting down trees for their production.

Hygiene Considerations

While there are concerns about the hygiene of hand dryers, particularly jet hand dryers, which can potentially spread microbes, it's important to note that proper hand washing can significantly reduce the presence of microbes on hands before drying.

Choosing energy-efficient hand dryers can lead to significant cost savings, contribute to environmental sustainability, and offer a viable hand-drying solution when proper hand-washing practices are followed.

 

Pros and Cons of energy-efficient eco-hand dryers

Energy-efficient hand dryers have several pros and cons that you should consider before making a decision.

Pros:

1. Environmental benefits: Energy-efficient hand dryers reduce waste and have a lower environmental impact compared to paper towels, as they eliminate the need for paper production, transportation, and disposal.

2. Cost savings: Eco-hand dryers can save businesses money in the long run, as they have lower maintenance expenses and eliminate the need to constantly purchase paper towels.

3. Lower carbon footprint: Energy-efficient hand dryers, especially low-energy jet dryers, have a lower carbon footprint than paper towels.

4. Improved hygiene: Modern hand dryers are designed to blow filtered, clean air, minimising the potential for bacterial growth.

 

Cons:

1. Noise levels: Even energy-efficient hand dryers can be quite noisy, which might lead to hearing discomfort for users or disrupt the tranquility of restroom environments. If you are specifically after a low-noise, quiet hand dryer, you can check out of range of low-noise, quiet hand dryers.

2. Drying time: While advancements in technology have improved drying speed, some eco-hand dryers might still take slightly longer to thoroughly dry hands compared to paper towels. At Direct365, we do sell hand dryers with super fast drying times.

3. Energy consumption: Like all hand dryers, eco-hand dryers require electricity to function. Although they are more energy-efficient than before, they still need electricity.

4. User preference: Some people simply prefer the tactile feel of paper towels and find them more comfortable to use.

Energy-efficient and eco-friendly hand dryers offer several advantages, such as environmental benefits, cost savings, and improved hygiene. However, they also have some drawbacks, including noise levels, drying time and user preference.

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