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performance, can be challenging. At the core of water conservation are metering faucets, which can be either electronic or manually operated. Both deliver a specified amount of water for a precise amount of time, and have the ability to be set at varying intervals. Manual metering faucets must be activated by hand, foot, or knee, and are effective for water conservation. Today, the most advanced faucets combine electronic
W Sensing Although
most electronic faucets on the market today use infrared sensing, they are not all the same. A twin-beam infrared system,
such as the one found on the Chicago Faucets HyTronic®
line,
responds more quickly than a single beam and provides higher accuracy. The infrared sensor on HyTronic® has two working modes: the static mode detects movement within the set proximity of the sensor (default mode), while the dynamic mode
Deck mounted HyTronic® with traditional spout
only senses hand movement. The dynamic mode is mainly used when the sensor detects high interference, to help minimize false activations and to further conserve water.
Performance Having the ability to monitor and adjust the
electronic faucet (sensor range, operating modes, and e Circle 70 on reader reply card
sensor activation with two ways to save water: through water volume and flow rate, both of which are controlled every time the faucet is activated. These faucets work with customizable or factory pre-set cycle times, delivering water-conserving performance. Electronic faucets can operate on either AC or DC power.
SUPPLIER PROFILES
Maximize water conservation with Chicago Faucets
ith so many styles, models, and finishes to choose from, selecting a faucet that will reduce water usage, without negatively affecting
battery levels) is extremely important when maximizing faucet performance. HyTronic®
faucets
use a handheld device to enable fast and remote adjustments. This type of tool can also measure water usage, restroom traffic, and even point-of use patterns such as which sinks are used more than others. In addition, maintenance schedules can be optimized with this information. Other factors in faucet selection
are the choices for water supply, which include a single supply line for tempered water, a concealed
Deck mounted HyTronic with contemporary spout
internal temperature control mixer, or an external, user- adjustable temperature control mixer. Outlets are an additional opportunity for saving water, while maintaining consistent flow over varying pressure ranges. Electronic metering faucet technology offers additional benefits: less water is used, money is saved, and hygiene improves for hand-washers through touch-free activation.
A Commitment To Water Conservation and Sustainability At Chicago Faucets we recognize that product choice, sensing options,
Wall mounted HyTronic® with gooseneck spout
and performance are all vital to conservation, and that sustainability and social responsibility are of utmost importance during these emerging “green” times. To learn more about our electronic products and our commitment to the environment please visit
www.chicagofaucets.com. ;
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