As we begin the challenge of a new year, many of last year’s issues continue to follow us. So I thought that I would introduce the industry to a new showerhead being offered by Safe Shower. I first became aware of this product on Sept. 7, 2023, through Linkedin. It was during an exchange with Lidor Zabari, CEO and inventor, discussing an article that I had written about Legionella at points of usage. The article discussed the concept of automatic drainage of the showerhead, shower hose and the shower arm riser from the shower valve body.
First, let me say that no material or product is appropriate for all applications. There are pros and cons to every material or product and as such it is the design professional’s responsibility to use sound engineering judgment. The design professional must select the materials or products based on their application and the needs of the project and client, which best fit the protection of the public health, safety and welfare. There is no one fix for all, only the selection that serves the need and is determined to be the best fit for the application.