Now more than ever, worldwide, people are discovering the true importance of handwashing — and the true cost of improper hand hygiene procedures. With an active cold and flu season underway and the coronavirus making headlines, proper and constant handwashing has taken center stage and for good reason. Proper handwashing and hand drying are the most effective way to control the spread of germs that lead to illness, according to the World Health Organization (WHO) and Centers for Disease Control (CDC).

The XLERATOR® Hand Dryer dries hands completely in 8 seconds, but the high-velocity airflow creates higher decibel levels. Our new adjustable speed and sound feature brings the decibel levels on the XLERATOR® and XLERATOReco Hand Dryers to a 65-75dB range and the ThinAir Hand Dryer to a 69-73dB range — comparable to common household appliances such as a shower, air conditioner or dishwasher.

Excel Dryer offers the most cover finishes and options in the industry, featuring exclusive Kolorfusion digital image technology to customize covers with graphics, colors, logos or a sustainability message. The zinc die-cast models can also be painted with any custom color powder coat DuPont® paint color. Stainless Steel covers can be customized with digital images and PVD coatings such as Gold, Brass and Copper.

ADA compliance is a hot topic today. Creating physical locations that are designed to provide an equal experience to every guest regardless of physical limitations is not a new concept. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was created in the 1990s to prevent discrimination and ensure all Americans could access public spaces without difficulty.