Case studies

Great Western Hospital - Carillion

"We chose the Dyson Airblade™ hand dryer because it provides an environmentally-friendly, cost-efficient and hygienic means of drying hands. It has proved to be just that, especially when compared with traditional hand drying methods. "

Keith Garner,
Energy Manager, Carillion Health

The Great Western Hospital provides emergency care, surgery, diagnostics, paediatrics, maternity, out patient and day care services. Opened in 2002, the hospital buildings are designed to offer a first class environment for patients, visitors and staff.

The challenge

The Swindon and Marlborough NHS Trust’s private sector partner, Carillion Health, maintains the hospital buildings. It is responsible for providing a safe, clean environment as well as managing energy consumption. As part of that, upgrading washroom hand drying facilities was a priority. Previously, paper towels had been used, but this had proved a costly and unsustainable solution. There was concern over hygiene risks, cost-efficiency and the amount of waste being sent to landfill.

The solution

As the only hand dryer certified by NSF International, the Dyson Airblade™ hand dryer was the obvious first choice for hygiene. Keith Garner, Energy Manager, Carillion Health, was also impressed with the environmental and cost benefits the Dyson Airblade™ hand dryer could deliver. He decided to have 36 units installed throughout the hospital’s washrooms.

The results

The decision to equip the hospital’s washrooms with Dyson Airblade™ hand dryers has delivered impressive returns. The hospital projects overall cost savings of £1,145 per unit per annum. It also expects a reduction in waste sent to landfill of one tonne per year and a reduction in carbon emissions of 1.3 tonnes per year.

Great Western Hospital - Carillion

Melbourne AirportMelbourne Airport

"I've done calculations in terms of consumables only, essentially the purchase of paper towels. I haven't calculated waste or electrical savings yet, but even without this, the total cost of Airblades purchased is recoverable in just over a year."

Joe Cremona
Melbourne Airport Facilities Manager

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London EyeLondon Eye

"The Dyson Airblade™ hand dryers have met everyone’s expectations and work very well. They’ve stood up to some pretty tough treatment."

Andrew Wallace
Facilities Business Manager, London Eye

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Alton TowersAlton Towers

"Our customers are actually having fun while drying their hands. They come to have fun on our rides. They don't expect to have fun drying their hands in our washrooms."

Scott Desborough
Project Manager, Tussauds Studio

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