Hand Dryers
Hand dryers are wall-mounted electric units that dry hands quickly without paper waste, a common choice for high-footfall commercial washrooms in pubs, cafes, hotels, schools, offices and care homes looking to cut consumable costs and washroom bin waste. Dry time and power (kW) separate the options, since high-footfall sites need fast-drying units to avoid queuing.
Key specifications
Standard commercial hand dryers typically run on a 13A single-phase supply, drawing around 0.7-1.7kW across the range, with dry times from around 10-15 seconds on high-speed jet-style models to 30+ seconds on standard warm-air dryers. Longer warranties of 3-5 years are common on commercial hand dryers, reflecting their long service life in constant-use washrooms.
Hand Dryers — FAQs
What hand dryer type suits a high-footfall washroom?
A high-speed jet-air dryer with a 10-15 second dry time suits high-footfall pub, hotel and cafe washrooms best, minimising queuing compared with slower warm-air models, though it draws more power and costs more upfront.
Do hand dryers need a special electrical supply?
Most commercial hand dryers run on a standard 13A single-phase supply, though higher-powered high-speed models may need a dedicated circuit — always check the unit’s power draw against the washroom’s existing electrical capacity before installation.
Brands typical of this category include Dryflow, the dominant name, with Mitsubishi and Dyson also well represented, all well suited to high-footfall hotel and pub washrooms.