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Fontana Touchless Faucets & Soap Systems

Built for High-Throughput Commercial Restrooms

Fontana touchless bathroom faucets and automatic soap dispensers are engineered for airports, offices, healthcare, retail, and hospitality. Infrared/ToF sensing, AC/DC power flexibility, and commercial-grade brass or stainless construction support uptime and water efficiency in heavy-traffic applications.

Hands-free | 0.35–1.5 GPM options AC 110–240V / DC battery packs Deck & wall-mount models Architect finishes: Chrome, Matte Black, Brushed Nickel, Gold

Product Specifications (Typical)

Construction Solid brass or stainless body; PVD finishes for durability.
Sensing Infrared / Time-of-Flight sensor with auto shutoff (~30s factory setting).
Flow 0.35–0.5 GPM (laminar) for hygiene efficiency; other aerators available.
Pressure 10–125 psi (0.5–7.0 kg/cm²) typical operating range.
Power AC 110–240V with driver, or DC 6V (AA batteries) depending on model.
Mounting Deck-mount and wall-mount variants; soap dispensers in deck/wall styles.
Warranty Up to 5-year product warranty (model dependent).

Model-specific details: see each product page and specification sheet.

Installation Guidelines

  1. Rough-in & Power: Provide AC outlet in the vanity/sink base or plan for DC battery pack access. Maintain clear service access for solenoid, control box, and soap reservoir.
  2. Water Mixing: Use a thermostatic mixing valve (ASSE 1070/1017) for safe delivery; cold-fail shutoff recommended.
  3. Sensor Aiming: Keep spout-to-basin distances per cut sheet to avoid bounce, and calibrate sensing distance if applicable.
  4. Soap System: For multi-feed, locate reservoir above pumps where specified; route tubing to each dispenser per manufacturer layout.
  5. Commissioning: Verify flow rate, auto-shutoff, purge/flush routine, and BIM/asset tags for CMMS/BMS where used.

Compliance & Compatibility

  • ADA: Hands-free activation supports accessible operation; verify mounting heights/clearances per local code.
  • WaterSense / Low-flow: 0.35–0.5 GPM laminar options for hygienic, water-saving operation.
  • Plumbing: Fits standard U.S. plumbing; typical ½″ connections, model-specific on spec sheet.
  • Power: AC driver or DC battery pack; some SKUs offer hot-swappable batteries.
  • BMS/Smart: Selected smart SKUs provide telemetry & setup via BLE/IR, with options for BACnet/IP, Modbus TCP, or MQTT where offered.

Multi-Feed Soap Systems

For banks of sinks, multi-feed reservoirs can drive multiple automatic soap dispensers from a single tank, simplifying maintenance and refill cycles in stadiums, schools, and airports.

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Digital / Smart & Telemetry

Digital thermostatic control, commissioning via mobile, and (on smart SKUs) optional BMS connectivity help facilities teams monitor usage and uptime across high-throughput fixtures.

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Fontana Touchless Systems™ Field Guide

Contractor Guide:
Touchless Faucets & Soap

A construction-phase framework for submittals, rough-in, trade coordination, installation quality control, commissioning and facility handover of commercial touchless handwashing systems.

SubmittalsConfirm exact products
Rough-InCoordinate every trade
InstallationInspect and protect
HandoverTest and document
Contractor Role

Carry verified product information into the field

The construction team connects the approved design with actual field conditions. Product codes, mounting conditions, water and soap services, power, controls, accessibility and maintenance access must remain coordinated through installation.

General guides support planning, but the approved product submittal and model-specific instructions control the installed work.

Field Workflow

Construction checkpoints from award to handover

01
Verify the approved selectionMatch faucet, dispenser, finish, power, mixing, soap delivery and accessory requirements to exact product codes.
02
Review coordinated submittalsConfirm dimensions, connection requirements, controls, mounting, equipment locations and service-access expectations.
03
Coordinate rough-in before closureResolve countertop or wall openings, water, waste, power, controls, soap routing, accessibility and millwork conflicts.
04
Inspect, install and protectCheck delivered components, follow the approved instructions and protect finished fixtures and sensor surfaces from damage.
05
Commission the complete systemFlush, inspect, energize and test faucet operation, soap delivery, sensor behavior and access using model-specific procedures.
06
Complete the facility handoverProvide installed product records, manuals, settings, concealed-component locations, maintenance information and spare-parts references.
Preinstallation Review

Confirm responsibility before work begins

Work areaVerify before installationCoordinate with
Counter / WallOpenings, thickness, support, finished reference and mounting accessArchitect, millworker and installer
Water / WasteSupplies, shutoffs, filters, mixing, valves, traps and flushing planPlumbing contractor and engineer
Power / ControlsSpecified source, protected routing, modules, connectors and accessElectrical contractor and engineer
Soap SystemReservoir or feed arrangement, pumps, tubing, refill and service pathPlumbing, millwork and facilities teams
AccessibilityComplete installed clearances and protection from concealed obstructionsArchitect and accessibility consultant
Field Quality Control

Inspect before concealed work disappears

Document field conditions and obtain required approvals before counters, walls or access panels limit correction.

Product CheckCorrect model, finish, components and undamaged condition.
Rough-In CheckMounting, connections, routing and finished-surface references.
Access CheckFilters, valves, power, controls and soap equipment remain serviceable.
Protection CheckFinished fixtures, cables, hoses and sensor surfaces are protected.
Fontana coordinated touchless faucet and soap dispenser system for contractor commissioning
Commissioning & Handover

Deliver an operable and maintainable system

The closeout record should connect each installed station with its exact product documents and concealed equipment locations.

Test: water delivery, shutoff, sensing and soap operation.
Record: product codes, power and settings where applicable.
Locate: valves, filters, controls, reservoirs and access panels.
Transfer: manuals, maintenance guidance and spare-parts information.
Use the approved product-specific installation documentsThe contractor must verify the exact products, field conditions and project requirements before installation. General coordination information does not replace approved submittals, shop drawings, model-specific instructions or applicable codes.
Contractor Questions

Field coordination and closeout

What should be confirmed before rough-in begins?

Confirm approved product codes, mounting conditions, openings, service connections, power, controls, soap delivery, accessibility and maintainable equipment locations.

When should a field mockup be considered?

A coordinated mockup can be valuable when a project repeats many stations or has complex basin, sensor, millwork, accessibility or concealed-service conditions.

What should be inspected before walls or counters are closed?

Inspect mounting references, water and soap routing, power and controls, component orientation, access provisions and conflicts with waste or millwork.

What should the facility team receive at handover?

Provide installed product records, operation and maintenance documents, settings where applicable, concealed-equipment locations and service or spare-parts information.

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