Chicago Faucets Joins the International Well Building Institute
DES PLAINES, Ill., Feb. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicago Faucets, America's leading manufacturer of commercial faucets since 1901, has announced its membership in the International Well Building Institute (IWBI). This strategic move underscores Chicago Faucets' commitment to promoting the wellness of building occupants through innovative and "Chicago Tough" durable plumbing solutions.
Chicago Faucets' comprehensive line of plumbing fittings, faucets, and showers support the creation and maintenance of healthy spaces for learning, work, and recreation. Starting March 12, 2025, Chicago Faucets is featuring a series of webinars to educate commercial and public building specifiers and facility managers on safer buildings through plumbing design.
The company's durable plumbing fittings are engineered to meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and sustainability, addressing the evolving needs of healthcare, education, commercial centers, and public facilities
Chicago Faucets' wellness products include:
- A complete line-up of electronic faucet models that meet the Well V2 Building Standards for public bathrooms, this includes no contact faucets and soap dispensers for the best hand hygiene experience.
- The HyTronic® Tempshield® Series touchless faucets which offer models with integrated thermostatic valve for scald protection.
- The EQ® Series of automatic faucets and soap dispensers includes the compact EQ® Arc sensor faucet which is offered with sustainable power options such as water turbine or long-term battery.
- E-Tronic 80 Series – This popular modern touchless with matching soap dispenser is available in matte black and chrome finishes.
- More Touchless Series - All hands-free faucets include durable construction, industry leading sensors and solenoids for proven function and endurance.
- The HyTronic® Tempshield® Series touchless faucets which offer models with integrated thermostatic valve for scald protection.
- Auto-Drain® Shower System prevents water stagnation and minimizes waterborne bacteria growth. It is available in a low flow version for sustainable operations and also as a retrofit for showers that includes a handheld showering option. Many facilities are taking the precaution of installing the Auto-Drain to minimize their chance of waterborne infections.
- 8450 Series Emergency eyewash with electronic faucet for workplace safety. Chicago Faucets innovates and makes this not only space conserving but also a touch free experience by having a handy faucet in work areas.
- The CF Connect app for water management is built into 95% of the company's touchless faucets. This automated Bluetooth enable flushing helps to prevent build up and the creation of bacteria in the plumbing system. It allows facility managers to:
- Schedule advanced hygiene flush to purge lines of stagnant water (use-based, interval-based, or volume-based).
- Ensure complete distribution of chemical treatment.
- Ease of monitoring for sustainability and water usage.
"Our membership in the IWBI WELL Certified program reflects our dedication to creating environments that prioritize the health and well-being of occupants," said Richard Nortier, Marketing Director at Chicago Faucets. "By extending our +Healthcare line to commercial and public buildings, we're enabling facilities to maintain the highest standards of hygiene and safety."
Chicago Faucets continues to lead the industry in developing sustainable and health-focused innovations, as demonstrated by their recent showcases at the American Society of Plumbing Engineers (ASPE) Convention & Expo and American Society of Healthcare Engineers (ASHE).
The company's commitment to quality, innovation, and environmental sustainability positions them as a key player in promoting wellness through advanced plumbing solutions. For more information on the Chicago Faucet Company and their wellness-promoting product line, visit www.chicagofaucets.com.
About Chicago Faucets
Chicago Faucets, America's leading manufacturer of commercial faucets since 1901 is known for the durability and quality of its plumbing fittings. The company engineers and manufactures touchless, manual, metering faucets, and showers for healthcare, education, and commercial facilities. Chicago Faucets is committed to wellness, innovation, and environmental sustainability, with many products manufactured in the USA and meeting stringent industry standards. Chicago Faucets is a member of the ASPE, ASHE, U.S. Green Building Council, a partner with WaterSense, IWBI, and a charter sponsor of the Alliance for Water Efficiency. Many of the plumbing fittings meet the USGBC guidelines for LEED, EPA WaterSense, Well Certified and CalGreen. For more information on Chicago Faucets offering, visit chicagofaucets.com or call 800-566-2100.
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