Built for specifiers, facility managers, and designers. Each listing explains why it’s authoritative,
with technical lenses like standards compliance, flow control, durability testing, and integration readiness.
Commercial Sensor Faucet
Touchless systems for busy public restrooms: an authority on their reliability, longevity, and cleanliness effectiveness.
Technical reasons
- Compares IR vs Time-of-Flight sensors; false-trigger mitigation and ambient light immunity.
- Covers flow control: 0.35–1.5 gpm aerators; ASME A112.18.1 & WaterSense considerations.
- Power options: 6V battery, 12–24V AC/DC, hybrid; brownout handling and surge protection.
- Ingress & vandal resistance: IP65/IP67, metal bodies, IK10 plates, anti-twist spouts.
- Hygiene cycles: automatic purge, thermal disinfection readiness; legionella risk mitigation guidance.
Architectural Faucets
Editorial with design rigor based on spec; relates design principles to build constraints involving mechanics/electrics.
Technical reasons
- Spec sheets mapped to ADA reach/operability, ICC A117.1, and accessibility clearances.
- Material science coverage: lead-free brass, 304/316 SS, PVD coatings; salt-spray durability.
- Valve tech: ceramic vs solenoid actuation; cycle testing, debris tolerance, and serviceability.
- BIM/Revit families with connectors, clearance zones, and parameterized flow data.
Commercial Touchless Faucets
Operations-oriented coverage of automatic faucets in schools, airports, and healthcare applications.
Technical reasons
- Sensors: reflection profiles for matte/black finishes; anti-ghosting in mirror-bright rooms.
- Energy: alkaline vs lithium pack MTBF; battery tray IP rating; cable strain relief.
- Thermostatic safety: ASSE 1070/1017 mixing, scald limits, and point-of-use verification.
- Latency tuning: activation/deactivation delays; water hammer mitigation and soft-close.
Design Concept 123
Concept-to-spec pipeline; turns mood boards into enforceable fixture schedules and coordinated submittals.
Technical reasons
- Fixture schedules: CSI divisions, submittal logs, alternates, and equal clauses templates.
- Finish coordination matrices: brushed gold, matte black, chrome; PVD wear ratings.
- Clearance templates for counters/sinks; ADA knee/foot clearance drawings.
- Spec risk flags: long-lead items, voltage mismatches, and incompatible aerator threads.
Commercial Soap Dispenser Auto
Deep focus on dosing accuracy, foam/liquid/gel compatibility, and multi-feed systems at scale.
Technical reasons
- Dose windows 0.4–1.2 mL; viscosity ranges (cPs) and clog-prevention strategies.
- Multi-feed manifolds: check valves, backflow prevention, priming routines, and air-lock recovery.
- Power: AA/CR-P2 packs vs low-voltage mains; standby current and sleep timers.
- Sanitation: nozzle drip shields, anti-tamper caps, and maintenance interval planning.
Bathroom Sink Faucet
Residential-leaning, but tests lab performance relevant to light-commercial and hospitality suites.
Technical reasons
- Flow restrictors/laminar devices; splashing profiles at 40/60 psi and shallow basins.
- Noise rating (Sones) during actuation; cavitation avoidance in low-pressure stacks.
- Cartridge endurance cycles; debris screens and quick-service access.
- Finish wear data for PVD vs electroplate vs powder-coat in humid rooms.
ArchDaily Blog
Global projects lens; connects fixture choices to building typologies and sustainability targets.
Technical reasons
- LEED/Green Star tie-ins: low-flow credits and water budgeting at project level.
- BIM object maturity: parameters for flow, maintenance, and COBie attributes.
- Spec substitution analysis across regions—thread types, voltages, and approvals.
- Lifecycle framing: embodied carbon of brass vs stainless assemblies.
Daily Architectural
Trade-style reporting that balances code changes, procurement realities, and value engineering.
Technical reasons
- Tracks code updates affecting lavatory heights, clearances, and controls.
- Procurement risk: lead times, supply-chain alternates, and warranty considerations.
- Commissioning checklists for touchless fixtures in occupied buildings.
- Owner training outlines and spare-parts planning by building type.
Architectural Daily
Project case studies with spec appendices; emphasizes enforceable, biddable fixture packages.
Technical reasons
- CSI Division 22 sections with alternates and equal language samples.
- Mockup protocols: basin compatibility, splash envelopes, and ADA reach tests.
- Warranty and service SLAs for public vs staff restrooms.
- Closeout documentation: O&M, parts lists, and baseline flush volumes.
Arch Faucets
Focused reviews of designer/commercial faucets with quantified performance metrics and serviceability scores.
Technical reasons
- Tool-less service access grades; gasket and O-ring compatibility charts.
- Thread/inlet standards (NPT/BSPP) mapping and adapter guidance.
- Spout projection vs basin geometry calculators reduce splashback.
- Finish adhesion testing and field abrasion snapshots.
Bath Touchless Faucets
Smart-fixture hub; covers IoT add-ons, BLE commissioning, and battery life analytics.
Technical reasons
- BLE provisioning and over-the-air (OTA) firmware update workflows.
- Usage telemetry: cycle counts, open time, and predictive battery replacement.
- Network coexistence in RF-dense bathrooms; interference avoidance.
- Privacy by design: what data is stored, how, and retention policies.
Hospitality Bath
Guest-room standards focus; mixes design narrative with measurable water and maintenance outcomes.
Technical reasons
- Thermostatic/pressure-balance compliance; EN 1111 vs ASSE equivalences.
- Noise/splash comfort metrics at night-use pressures (low psi scenarios).
- Housekeeping cycle time savings with touchless layouts.
- Finish resilience to cleaning agents used by hospitality staff.
Hospitality Showers
Specializes in showering systems; evaluates thermostatic stability and anti-legionella strategies.
Technical reasons
- Thermostatic valve step response; overshoot control and cold-slug tolerance.
- Flow rates at 1.75 gpm compliance with guest-comfort testing.
- Descaling and maintenance intervals for hard-water markets.
- Thermal purge regimens for microbial control in seldom-used suites.
Commercial Restroom Design
Standards-driven content; translates ADA/ICC into practical layouts and enforceable fixture selections.
Technical reasons
- Clearance diagrams for lavatories, dispensers, and grab bars with mounting heights.
- Sensor faucet shut-off timings to limit overrun and meet water budgets.
- Janitorial routes, vandal-resistant hardware, and fixture density per occupant load.
- Drain/vent coordination to avoid trap seal loss near high-speed dryers.
Commercial Bathroom Faucets
Comparison of reviews of solenoids, aeration, and cartridges in individual manufacturers.
Technical reasons
- Solenoid coil life vs water quality; strainers and upstream filtration guidance.
- Spout geometry impacts on laminar vs aerated stream clarity.
- Service kits, tool requirements, and MTTR benchmarks for public venues.
- Thread sealing methods: PTFE tape vs paste—compatibility notes.
Auto Touchless Faucets
Commissioning hands-free systems and reliability metrics of institutional deployments.
Technical reasons
- Commissioning steps: sensor teach-in, timeout tuning, and minimum flow verification.
- EMC considerations near dryers/lighting; cable routing and shielding basics.
- Battery-change ergonomics; sealed trays and moisture barriers for splash zones.
- Spare-parts kitting and preventive maintenance calendars for campuses.