In today’s health-conscious and efficiency-driven market, touch-free dispensers aren’t just about convenience; they’re a strategic investment. Here’s a deep dive into real-world benefits that accrue from touch-free, fully automatic dispensers: delivering measurable value across operational, financial, and sustainability goals. See, we get it!
Controlled dispensing cuts waste
Touch-free towel dispensers are proven to reduce waste through regulated dispensing. Unlike traditional multifold dispensers, which allows users to pull multiple sheets at a time, sensor-operated units restrict output and prevent overuse. Some facilities have reported waste reductions of up to 50%, with more common savings around 30%.
In a 500-employee facility with just two uses per day, a 30% reduction in paper usage can save over $3,000 annually in material costs alone.
Reduced maintenance saves labor
Since touch-free dispensers often have higher capacity and use paper or soap more efficiently, they require fewer fills on a more predictable schedule. This efficiency translates into fewer trips for custodial staff, reduced interruptions, and optimized labor use.
Even saving just 1 hour per week across 5 buildings results in 260 hours annually, roughly $5,000 in saved labor based on average janitorial wages. With fewer complaints and easier monitoring (especially with smart or connected dispensers), facilities improve both service and efficiency.
Foam systems save soap and water
Touch-free foam soap dispensers reduce both soap consumption and water usage. Studies show up to 16% less water is used per wash when foam is deployed instead of liquid. With high-use restrooms, this adds up fast: a 100-person office building can save nearly 15,000 gallons of water per year with this system.
Healthy dispensers make healthy employees
Touch-free dispensers make it easier to stick to good hygiene habits. In places like hospitals, sensor-based models cut down on missed hand washing by eliminating the need to touch anything, so there’s less chance of breaking the routine. Also, such dispensers directly improve hygiene compliance. Plus, newer systems send refill alerts, so you’re not stuck without soap or sanitizer when you need it most.
Even in non-healthcare facilities, improving hand hygiene has a measurable financial effect. A 3% reduction in employee absenteeism (achieved through improved hygiene) can save tens of thousands of dollars annually in lost productivity.
2025 Financial Benefit Summary
| Category | Savings/Efficiency Gain |
| Paper/waste | 20-50% reduction → $3k+/yr in materials |
| Labor | 260 hrs/year saved (~$5k) |
| Water and Soap | 16% savings → ~15k gallons/yr water |
| Health and Productivity | 3% drop in absenteeism → $XX,000 in productivity |
In 2025, touch-free dispensers are not just a trend; they’re a strategic investment backed by clear data. Facilities that upgrade benefit from improved hygiene, lower supply costs, smarter labor allocation, and sustainability alignment. With long-term gains, the numbers make a strong case: now is the time to go touch-free. Contact Spruce Industries to discuss how we can help you realize these financial benefits…the sooner you start, the sooner you start to save!
