Pros and Cons of Auto-Lid Sanitary Units

Our customers often struggle when deciding whether to get an automatic or a manual operation sanitary unit. The automatic unit opens with the wave of a hand allowing the user to dispose of their waste without having to touch the unit. The manual unit is opened easily using a handle. Both units look and function great. We have written a list of the pros and cons to help you make your decision and how the current pandemic may sway your decision.

First, let us go over the benefits of having an automatic sanitary unit. One of the main reasons our customers choose to go with an automatic unit is their elegance. Because the units open and close automatically they give the bathroom and the bin a high-end image that gives the facilities a sense of class.

Secondly, having a no-touch sanitary unit means that there is less risk of contamination. COVID-19 has created a world in which we strive to minimise touchpoints. By doing so we reduce the risk of spreading the disease in the community. Touch-free sanitary bins remove such touchpoints that could potentially pass COVID-19 to users. There is no need to touch the same handle as previous users when using an automatic unit. This means that any harmful bacteria or viruses won’t be transferred between hands. Although cross-contamination is lower – our manual lids do get fully sanitised each time we service your premises.

The last benefit of having an automatic unit is that they are modern. Many bathroom users appreciate it when technology is flawlessly incorporated into their bathroom experiences – especially in a world where everyone has the latest gadget.

Now let us weigh up the cons surrounding automatic lid units. The first being that they are bad for the environment. This comes from the added waste that is generated from the units – the main one being the batteries. Each time we service your washrooms we will replace the batteries and dispose of the old ones. We do this in the most environmentally friendly way that we can however some environmental impact is unavoidable.

The second con surrounding the automatic lid units is the higher costs. These stem from the additional maintenance that is involved in having the unit. The first being the replacement of batteries talked about above, and the second is the general upkeep of the electric motor.

Now that we have discussed the pros and cons, let us look at where each may be best suited. If you have a few bathrooms and want to create a luxury atmosphere (such as a high-end restaurant) the automatic unit may be best for you. We also believe our automatic sanitary bins are a great way to reduce the risk of contracting COVID-19. However, our manual units are stylish, functional and maintained by our service technicians that they are still a hygienic way to dispose of sanitary waste. At the end of the day it all comes down to your personal preference – but we hope that the pros and cons outlined above make it easier for you to come to your decision.