Hand Dryers for Hospitals, Clinics & Healthcare Facilities

As a healthcare administrator, one of your top priorities is finding the best solutions to restrict germ spread and ensure employees and patients follow the facilities’ hygiene practices. With so many options out there, it can be tough to determine which hand dryer is the best choice for your facility. You want something fast, hygienic, durable, and energy efficient – maybe even eligible for LEED credits. You also want a model that won’t disturb the patients or staff with excess noice. In this guide, we’ll walk through the different types of commercial hand dryers, factors to consider, and our recommendations for the best hand dryers for hospitals and clinics based on performance, features, and budget. By the end, you’ll feel confident in finding a hand dryer solution tailored to your healthcare facilities’ needs. Let’s dive in!

Key Factors to Consider When Choosing Hand Dryers for Hospitals & Clinics

1. Efficiency & Drying Speed

Hospital restrooms see a high volume of foot traffic. You want a dryer that can handle the demand and minimize wait times. Look for high-powered units with short dry times around 10-15 seconds. Based on the restroom size and traffic, multiple units could allow for smoother operations and less congestion. As a general rule, install 1 hand dryer for every 2-3 sinks to help prevent overcrowding.

2. Hygiene & Cleanliness

Hand dryers for healthcare facilities need to support a sterile environment. Look for hand dryers with HEPA filters to reduce airborne bacteria and viruses. Stainless steel options are also easier to clean and sanitize. Some dryers have antimicrobial treatments on the cover to prevent the growth of mold and mildrew.

3. Noise Level

Loud, high-pitched hand dryers disturb patients and staff. We recommend hand dryers that are quiet, around 70 dB or less. Like many of these special features, you can always find the noise level listed in our product descriptions.

4. Reliability & Durability

Hospital hand dryers get a lot of use, so you need commercial-grade units built to last. We recommend hand dryers with a warranty of at least 3-5 years in case of any internal damage, and advise clients clean the units at least once a week around the nozzle and in-take area.

5. Cost Effectiveness

We advise customers to not just compare upfront cost, but rather, the total cost of ownership. There are great options that fit the criteria outlines above and they’re only $500-1000 – and will last you 7-10 years with proper care.