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Infrared Toilet Flushing Devices

This Infrared Flusher Would Prevent the Spread of Germs

— June 2, 2016 — Lifestyle
Public and private restrooms are becoming increasingly automated as people have become more aware of the concentration of germs in these areas, and this infrared flusher is continuing this progression.

Most people tend to avoid flushing public toilets with their hands and the automatic sensors that are in some public restrooms can be faulty. The Cut The Red Line infrared flusher aims to resolve these problems in the form of two devices that are attached to the wall farther away from the toilet with a red infrared light bridging the two devices. Once the user cuts the light with their hands, the device transmits this message and the toilet flushes itself.

This hygienic mode of flushing toilets could prove to be popular in public restrooms just as other automatic hygiene-promoting technologies have been.
Trend Themes
1. Automated Restroom Technologies - The infrared flusher is part of a growing trend of automation in public and private restrooms to promote hygiene and prevent the spread of germs.
2. Contactless Technology - The infrared flusher utilizes contactless technology, which is becoming increasingly popular in various industries including hospitality and healthcare.
3. Hygienic Solutions - The infrared flusher represents a demand for more hygienic solutions, which could lead to innovation in other industries such as food service and transportation.
Industry Implications
1. Restroom Technology - The infrared flusher is a disruptive innovation in the restroom technology industry, which could lead to further advancements in automated and hygienic restroom solutions.
2. Hospitality - The infrared flusher is an example of contactless technology, which could be applied in the hospitality industry to reduce contact and promote hygiene in guest rooms and common areas.
3. Healthcare - The infrared flusher represents a hygienic solution that could be utilized in hospitals and other healthcare settings to prevent the spread of germs and promote patient safety.
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