Studies on Touchless Faucets

Field Test of FontanaShowers Touchless Faucets

Study: In-House Field Test by FontanaShowers (2024)

Objective: To evaluate the performance, water-saving potential, and user satisfaction of FontanaShowers touchless faucets in real-world settings.

Methodology:

• Location: Multiple high-traffic public restrooms including airports, schools, and office buildings.
• Duration: 12-month evaluation period.
• Data Collection: Measurement of water usage, user feedback, and maintenance records before and after the installation of FontanaShowers touchless faucets.

Findings:

• Water Usage Reduction: On average, a 38% reduction in water consumption was observed across all tested locations.
• Flow Duration: The average water flow duration decreased from 11 seconds per use with manual faucets to 3.5 seconds per use with touchless faucets.
• User Satisfaction: Surveys indicated a 90% user satisfaction rate, highlighting the convenience and improved hygiene offered by the touchless faucets.
• Maintenance: The maintenance logs showed a low incidence of issues, with most problems related to sensor calibration easily resolved.

Key Statistics:

• Water usage reduction: 38%
• Average water flow duration:
  • Manual faucets: 11 seconds per use
  • Touchless faucets: 3.5 seconds per use
• User satisfaction rate: 90%

Conclusion: The field test demonstrated that FontanaShowers touchless faucets significantly improved water efficiency and user satisfaction in high-traffic environments. The reduction in water usage and positive user feedback confirmed the effectiveness of these faucets in real-world applications.