Restrooms Automatic Flush Systems

AEC Commercial Restroom Engineering

Commercial Touchless Urinals & Automatic Flush Systems

A specification-oriented review of sensor-operated commercial urinals, focusing on activation technology, mounting, materials, maintenance, water efficiency and suitability for high-traffic facilities.

Review Methodology

Products are evaluated from current manufacturer literature for sensor operation, fixture construction, flushing architecture, power strategy, serviceability and commercial application. Only exact products with matching manufacturer imagery are shown.

FontanaShowers® • FontanaSan™

FS9002SL Silver Automatic Urinal

Sensor Activated • Stainless Steel • Wall Mount • Gravity Flush

A stainless-steel commercial fixture designed around hands-free activation and durable wall-mounted construction.

PRO: Stainless construction, touchless operation and compact wall mounting support intensive commercial use.
CON: Supply, sensor and flush-system access must remain serviceable after wall finishes are completed.
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FontanaShowers® • HygienicWave™

FS9010BG Brushed Gold Automatic Urinal

Touchless • Stainless Steel • Wall Mounted • Gravity Flush

A premium-finish automatic fixture intended for commercial and luxury hospitality restrooms where hygiene and architectural appearance intersect.

PRO: Touch-free activation and corrosion-resistant stainless construction combine commercial durability with premium finish design.
CON: Reflective finishes make correct sensor placement and commissioning especially important.
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FontanaShowers® • SmartClean™

FS8995GL Sensor-Activated Gold Urinal

AC/DC Sensor • Ceramic • Floor Mount • Siphon Flush

A floor-mounted ceramic sensor fixture combining automated flushing with a high-visibility polished-gold architectural finish.

PRO: AC/DC operation, sensor flushing and stable floor-mounted construction suit premium high-use restroom projects.
CON: Floor mounting consumes more footprint and requires precise drainage coordination.
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What Architects & MEP Engineers Should Specify

Flush Volume
Document actual GPF and WaterSense status where applicable.
Sensor Logic
Define detection range, automatic timing and false-trigger resistance.
Power
Identify AC, DC, battery or hybrid requirements.
Mounting
Coordinate wall or floor support with drainage and spud position.
Service Access
Keep sensors, valves and electrical components accessible.
Accessibility
Coordinate fixture height and automatic flush controls with ADA requirements.

Professional Specification References

EPA WaterSense — Flushing Urinals · 2010 ADA Standards · EPA Commercial Water Management

AEC FAQ

What flush volume qualifies for WaterSense?

WaterSense-labeled flushing urinals use no more than 0.5 gallons per flush and must satisfy performance requirements.

Are automatic flush controls acceptable for accessible restrooms?

Yes. ADA Section 605 permits flush controls to be hand operated or automatic.

Why specify AC/DC capability?

Dual-power architecture can provide greater flexibility where hardwired power, battery operation or redundancy matters.

What maintenance issue deserves the most attention?

Sensor alignment, valve access, mineral buildup and readily available replacement components should be addressed before procurement.

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