Electric Hand Dryers

Best Electric Hand Dryers for Commercial Restrooms

Electric hand dryers are wall-mounted drying systems for restaurants, office buildings, schools, healthcare facilities, retail stores, and any commercial restroom where eliminating paper towel waste reduces costs and environmental impact. These automatic units activate when hands are placed beneath or inside the dryer, delivering warm or high-speed air that dries hands quickly and hygienically. From busy restaurant restrooms to high-traffic public facilities, quality electric hand dryers provide touchless convenience while eliminating the ongoing expense and maintenance of paper towel dispensers.

The category includes hands-under models where users position hands beneath the airflow, and hands-in models where users insert hands into a drying chamber for faster results. Styles include heated dryers that combine warmth with airflow for comfortable drying, and unheated high-speed models that rely on powerful air velocity for energy-efficient operation. Materials include stainless steel for durability and vandal resistance, steel with powder-coated finishes, and impact-resistant plastic for economical installations. Colors include white for clean classic appearance, silver and stainless steel for modern aesthetics, and gray for neutral coordination. All models feature automatic infrared sensors for touchless, hygienic activation.

We offer electric hand dryers from trusted commercial brands including American Dryer, Bobrick, Excel Dryer, and Mavrik.

Why Choose Electric Hand Dryers?

Eliminate ongoing paper towel costs. Electric hand dryers require only electricity to operate, eliminating the recurring expense of paper towel purchases, restocking labor, and waste removal. Over time, these savings significantly offset the initial equipment investment.

Touchless operation promotes hygiene. Infrared sensor activation means users never touch the dryer, reducing cross-contamination risk compared to lever-operated paper dispensers. This touchless convenience supports health-conscious facility management.

Reduce environmental impact. Eliminating paper towel consumption reduces deforestation demand, manufacturing emissions, and landfill waste. Many facilities choose electric hand dryers as part of broader sustainability initiatives that resonate with environmentally conscious guests and employees.

What to Look for in Electric Hand Dryers

Selecting the right electric hand dryer depends on your restroom traffic volume, installation requirements, and operational priorities. Matching features to facility needs ensures optimal performance and user satisfaction.

Some things to consider when shopping for electric hand dryers include:

• Type (hands-under, hands-in)
• Style (heated, unheated/high-speed)
• Material and finish (stainless steel, steel, plastic)
• Color (white, silver, gray)
• Voltage requirements (120v, 240v, dual voltage)
• Drying time and airspeed
• Energy consumption and eco ratings
• Noise level for user comfort
• Vandal-resistant construction
• And more!

High-speed models like the Xlerator dry hands in seconds, improving traffic flow in busy restrooms. Heated models provide comfortable warmth that users prefer in cooler climates. Stainless steel construction resists vandalism and corrosion for demanding public environments. Dual-voltage options provide installation flexibility.

Shop Electric Hand Dryers Today

Electric hand dryers deliver the touchless hygiene, paper towel cost elimination, and environmental benefits that commercial restrooms need. Heated and high-speed models in hands-under and hands-in configurations support every facility type and traffic level.

Explore all your options, or browse our restroom supplies for additional restroom essentials, or our janitorial supplies for complete facility maintenance solutions. Have questions? Reach out through our contact page today. We're always happy to help you equip efficient, hygienic restrooms!