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Bathroom Sensor Systems

Washroom Dispenser Sensors Make Cleaning Bathrooms More Efficient

— April 4, 2017 — Tech
This bathroom sensor system makes it easier to clean washrooms faster. The Fraunhofer Institute for Integrated Circuits collaborated with CWS-boco International GmbH to create the efficiency-improving sensors.

The bathroom sensor system is battery-operated and designed to measure the level of materials in washroom dispensers. Using wireless Bluetooth, the system can transmit the data to the Washroom Control Unit, which then sends the information to the building's cleaners. An app and dashboard allow users to monitor company resources and make schedule adjustments.

This technology makes it easier for cleaners to plan and react to a variety of maintenance needs in different buildings. Restrooms in large buildings can be particularly difficult to clean when you consider the amount of time it would take to refill materials including toilet paper, soap and paper towels.
Trend Themes
1. Wireless Bathroom Sensors - Wireless bathroom sensor systems are revolutionizing washroom maintenance by monitoring and transmitting data about dispenser levels to improve cleaning efficiency.
2. Smart Facility Management - Innovative bathroom sensor systems and applications enable real-time monitoring of facility resources, allowing users to make remote adjustments and improve efficiency.
3. Iot-enabled Restroom Management - Internet-of-Things (IoT) bathroom sensor technology is making it easier and more efficient to manage restrooms in commercial buildings, reducing waste while improving comfort.
Industry Implications
1. Facility Management - Bathroom sensor systems can help to optimize cleaning processes in facility management, allowing for more efficient use of resources, and an enhanced customer experience.
2. Hospitality - Wireless bathroom sensors can help the hospitality sector to maintain high standards of cleanliness, reduce waste, and reduce maintenance costs.
3. Education - Wireless bathroom sensor technology is an opportunity for educational institutions to streamline washroom maintenance, reduce waste, and implement more efficient cleaning operations.
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