The Benefits of Thermostatic Showers
More people are now becoming clear about the obvious benefits of Thermostatically controlled showering and bathing units.
Not only are they becoming more and more popular and commonplace in the Home, but they are making a huge difference in the Commercial sector also.
Just some of the areas you will likely see our products are listed here, but they are quickly becoming popular across all industry sectors as more and more people experience their benefits: Leisure Industry The Leisure industry has always been one which has been concerned with providing the very best in technology for their patrons.
State of the art Gyms, Spas and Health Resorts have been quick to install these fantastic products and as the industry grows, the product lines grow with it.
Health Care Private Hospitals and residential care homes have begun to realise the necessity of providing the people in their care with the very safest in bathing and showering facilities.
The anti-scald measures and temperature set bath fillers are proving to be priceless in this industry.
Child Care Many Child care centres and Nurseries are now opting to use thermostatic mixer taps in their facilities, where the use of Anti-Scald measures has been praised by OFSTED for their safety and effectiveness.
Hotels Many upmarket Hotels and Resorts are now choosing to offer the additional luxury of thermostatic showers and Bath fillers to their guests.
An Overview of the benefits Shower temperature maintained, even when other water appliances in the house are in use Automatically control your shower temperature so that it remains constant Easy to install and compatible with most plumbing systems There is no risk of scalding, especially useful for elderly or disabled users or those with young children Thermostatic mixer showers have a safety cut off built-in, in case of extremes in water temperature.
The Details Hot water is a known killer and the bathroom can be a dangerous place if safety measures are not implemented.
Hot water is responsible for the highest number of fatal injuries in the home averaging around some 20 people each year, with an additional 500+ people suffering genuinely serious injuries from scalding.
Hot water needs to be treated with great respect as it can be as dangerous as an open flame, and can often cause extensive disfigurement for life.
The very young and elderly people are often the most at risk in these situations as their skin is much more delicate, and 2nd and 3rd degree burns from scalding are most common within these age groups.
Maintaining temperature stability goes a very long way in helping to prevent injury from hot water.
Thermostatic mixing valves (TMVs) are devices used to regulate and maintain a steady mixed water supply at a safely set temperature of only ±2°C before it is discharged to your shower.
They also include a shut-off mechanism in the event that the cold water supply fails, preventing an influx of scalding hot water capable of causing very serious injury.
Standard manufacturer setting offer a maximum showering temperature of between 38°C and 43°C.
However, most will also offer an override function if you feel that a slightly warmer temperature is required, and having set a showering temperature the thermostatic device within the mixing valve will maintain that temperature.
Thermostatic mixing valves maintain the set temperature even when pressure or temperature changes occur in water supplies.
They also afford the added safeguard of shutting off the flow entirely should there be a loss in either the hot or cold supplies.
On top of the obvious safety benefits of thermostatic controls, they also offer the added convenience of maintaining water temperature even when another item is utilising the water supply simultaneously - for example if the dishwasher is turned on whilst you are showering.
This would often affect water temperature and pressure, meaning a sudden influx of very hot or very cold water.
However with a thermostatic control you would only notice a slight drop in water pressure and the water temperature would remain at a constant safe temperature.
Thermostatic and anti-scald technology is changing the face of showering and the products now becoming available on the market are helping to ensure a much safer environment for everyone.
Not only are they becoming more and more popular and commonplace in the Home, but they are making a huge difference in the Commercial sector also.
Just some of the areas you will likely see our products are listed here, but they are quickly becoming popular across all industry sectors as more and more people experience their benefits: Leisure Industry The Leisure industry has always been one which has been concerned with providing the very best in technology for their patrons.
State of the art Gyms, Spas and Health Resorts have been quick to install these fantastic products and as the industry grows, the product lines grow with it.
Health Care Private Hospitals and residential care homes have begun to realise the necessity of providing the people in their care with the very safest in bathing and showering facilities.
The anti-scald measures and temperature set bath fillers are proving to be priceless in this industry.
Child Care Many Child care centres and Nurseries are now opting to use thermostatic mixer taps in their facilities, where the use of Anti-Scald measures has been praised by OFSTED for their safety and effectiveness.
Hotels Many upmarket Hotels and Resorts are now choosing to offer the additional luxury of thermostatic showers and Bath fillers to their guests.
An Overview of the benefits Shower temperature maintained, even when other water appliances in the house are in use Automatically control your shower temperature so that it remains constant Easy to install and compatible with most plumbing systems There is no risk of scalding, especially useful for elderly or disabled users or those with young children Thermostatic mixer showers have a safety cut off built-in, in case of extremes in water temperature.
The Details Hot water is a known killer and the bathroom can be a dangerous place if safety measures are not implemented.
Hot water is responsible for the highest number of fatal injuries in the home averaging around some 20 people each year, with an additional 500+ people suffering genuinely serious injuries from scalding.
Hot water needs to be treated with great respect as it can be as dangerous as an open flame, and can often cause extensive disfigurement for life.
The very young and elderly people are often the most at risk in these situations as their skin is much more delicate, and 2nd and 3rd degree burns from scalding are most common within these age groups.
Maintaining temperature stability goes a very long way in helping to prevent injury from hot water.
Thermostatic mixing valves (TMVs) are devices used to regulate and maintain a steady mixed water supply at a safely set temperature of only ±2°C before it is discharged to your shower.
They also include a shut-off mechanism in the event that the cold water supply fails, preventing an influx of scalding hot water capable of causing very serious injury.
Standard manufacturer setting offer a maximum showering temperature of between 38°C and 43°C.
However, most will also offer an override function if you feel that a slightly warmer temperature is required, and having set a showering temperature the thermostatic device within the mixing valve will maintain that temperature.
Thermostatic mixing valves maintain the set temperature even when pressure or temperature changes occur in water supplies.
They also afford the added safeguard of shutting off the flow entirely should there be a loss in either the hot or cold supplies.
On top of the obvious safety benefits of thermostatic controls, they also offer the added convenience of maintaining water temperature even when another item is utilising the water supply simultaneously - for example if the dishwasher is turned on whilst you are showering.
This would often affect water temperature and pressure, meaning a sudden influx of very hot or very cold water.
However with a thermostatic control you would only notice a slight drop in water pressure and the water temperature would remain at a constant safe temperature.
Thermostatic and anti-scald technology is changing the face of showering and the products now becoming available on the market are helping to ensure a much safer environment for everyone.
