Energy efficient hand dryer is fast operator

The 8th generation of Mitsubishi Electric's Jet Towel uses high-speed air jets to hygienically dry hands and is now easier and quicker to use, offering high energy efficiency, improved hygiene and compact footprint. It is available in a choice of three colours - silver, white and black.

The Jet Towel is completely noncontact during operation, which improves hygiene; hands are simply inserted into the drying chamber and the air jets automatically switch on. With the Generation 8, extra sensors have been added and the drying chamber is 40% larger than on earlier models; making usage easier for everybody.

Noise levels are down by one decibel to 58dB, while the air flow is almost 25% faster - from 80 to 98m/s, which improves drying time.

Earlier models of Jet Towel were frugal on energy consumption and the new unit redefines the standard, using from only 550W. The company says that a technical analysis showed that 20% less air by volume is used which, when coupled with a 40% reduction in resistance at the jets, adds up to a 15% saving in energy and reduced running costs.