As part of the American Rescue Plan, educational funding can provide over $274 billion in support for schools — the largest investment ever in the history of primary and secondary education.

PM Engineer Chief Editor Nicole Krawcke had the chance to chat with Jon Dommisse, Bradley Corp.’s vice president of marketing, to discuss how these commercial restroom trends are evolving in 2023, what the hottest products are and how codes are influencing the design of these spaces.

The new Top-Fill Multi-feed Soap System is available with all Bradley WashBar handwashing models. 

Prior to the 1980s, all restroom fixtures required manual operation — an aspect that we have since learned coincides with a high exposure to germs and bacteria. In fact, manual faucet and toilet handles harbor anywhere between 107 to 17,976 germs per 10 square centimeters.

Engineered to deliver superior performance and reliability with less maintenance, Ultima Selectronic Touchless Diaphragm Flush Valves are equipped with advanced touchless technology, self-cleaning wiper springs, full mechanical override for use without external power and premium chemical-resistant diaphragm material to help ensure a superior level of water efficiency, cleanliness, reliability and longevity, the company says.

The EC-3105 from T&S Brass makes it easy to upgrade to efficient, hygienic sensor faucets.

Sloan Bluetooth-connected faucets enable facility managers to wirelessly monitor the status of the fixtures to save time and simplify maintenance.

What’s in a name anyway?

Based on temperature demand, a circulator pump is an essential component that moves water in a boiler system loop to provide heat to a building through radiating devices like radiators or heating baseboards. 

COVID-19 has certainly changed the way people live and interact with their environment.