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Hand dryer height
for installation is a frequently asked question after purchase. The hand dryer height is
primarily determined by the
ADA Guides for accessability.
Although, it is important to note that individual inspectors will need
to make the final decision on dryer placement.
The
recommended hand
dryer installation height from the floor to the bottom of the dryer can
vary depending on the source and type of hand dryer. The most popular brands
American Dryer, Saniflow Corp., and World Dryer Corp publish their
recommendations for automatic hand dryers. For push button hand
dryers the height would be slightly lower.
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American Dryer |
Saniflow Corp |
World Dryer Corp |
| Men |
44" |
47" |
46" |
| Women |
42" |
45" |
44" |
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Children |
32"-42" |
37" |
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| 4-7 |
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32" |
| 7-10 |
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36" |
| 10-13 |
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40" |
| 13-17 |
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44" |
Handicap
(wheelchair) |
36" |
40" |
37" |
One constant
which can be seen, as stated by Bradley Corporation, is "Anything that a person might need to
reach should be a maximum of 48” in there
ADA Universal Design Guide.
Manufacturer published heights, the
ADA Guides, or local
code serve as sources for height guidelines
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