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Contactless Faucet Designs

The Zip HydroTap Touch Free Wave Uses Proprietary Sensor Technology

— April 5, 2021 — Art & Design
The ongoing pandemic has made consumers increasingly aware of the various commonly touched surfaces in their home and that they encounter each day, which is bolstering demand for products like the Zip HydroTap Touch Free Wave. The contactless faucet makes use of proprietary sensor technology that will activate it to dispense chilled, boiling or even sparkling water without ever touching the handle. The sensor will detect hand movements within a 1.5 to 5cm range and will dispense drinking water for a maximum of 15-seconds with boiling water delivery only activated through the twin sensor activation for enhanced safety.

The Zip HydroTap Touch Free Wave faucet is integrated with Direct DryChilling, PowerPulse boiling and ColdCore Carbonation technologies as well as MicroPurity filtration for healthier, cleaner-tasting water.

Image Credit: Zip Water
Trend Themes
1. Contactless Faucets - The demand for contactless faucets has increased due to the pandemic, creating an opportunity for companies to invest in sensor technology and develop more hygienic designs.
2. Proprietary Sensor Technology - Companies can explore proprietary sensor technology that can detect hand movements and enable touch-free dispensing, providing an opportunity for growth and innovation in the consumer electronics industry.
3. Smart Home Appliances - Smart home appliances with touchless technology and additional features like filtration and carbonation can disrupt the home appliances industry and open up new business opportunities.
Industry Implications
1. Plumbing Industry - The plumbing industry can incorporate contactless faucets and sensor technology to meet the growing demand for touchless products and develop safer and more efficient products.
2. Consumer Electronics Industry - The consumer electronics industry can invest in proprietary sensor technology and touchless designs that can be integrated into various products, ranging from faucets to home appliances.
3. Home Appliances Industry - The home appliances industry can integrate touchless technology, filtration, and carbonation features, providing innovative products that can address consumers' evolving needs for hygiene and convenience.
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