Elkay has a selection of touchless bottle filling stations, water coolers and dispensers in various styles and configurations to provide more hygienic hydration. Equipped with sensor activation, touchless water fountains, bottle fillers and dispensers automatically turn on for ease of use. There’s a solution for every application — touchless water dispensers for the office, bottle filling stations for schools, airports and gyms, and even hands-free bottle filling for outdoor spaces.
From Elkay water fountains to water bottle refill stations, you’ll find touchless solutions that work in every space. Explore our three main product categories to reveal all your options — hands-free water bottle filling stations with refrigeration and filtration, coolers and drinking water fountains, built-in water dispensers and more — in different finishes and designs.
What does hands-free mean in Elkay drinking water products?
Hands-free Elkay solutions use sensor activation, motion detection, push bars, or foot pedals to dispense water without direct contact, enhancing hygiene and safety.
Why are hands-free drinking water systems important?
They help reduce the spread of germs in high-traffic spaces like schools, hospitals, offices, and gyms, while offering safe, filtered hydration.
Are Elkay hands-free units ADA-compliant?
Yes, most Elkay hands-free drinking fountains, coolers, and bottle filling stations are designed to meet ADA accessibility standards.
Q4. What types of Elkay products come with hands-free operation?
Elkay offers hands-free bottle filling stations, water coolers, drinking fountains, and dispensers for both indoor and outdoor environments.
Q5. Do Elkay hands-free products come with filtration?
Yes, many models feature NSF-certified filters that reduce lead, chlorine, and other contaminants, ensuring cleaner drinking water.
Q6. Does Elkay have outdoor hands-free solutions?
Yes. Elkay provides outdoor bottle filling stations and fountains with foot pedals or motion sensors, ideal for parks, campuses, and recreation areas.
How do Elkay hands-free stations promote better hygiene?
By eliminating touchpoints through sensor-activated or pedal operation, they minimize cross-contamination in shared spaces.
Do Elkay hands-free products monitor filter health?
Yes, select models include filter status monitors with LED lights to indicate when a filter needs replacement.
Do hands-free Elkay stations affect water pressure?
Elkay hands-free units maintain a steady flow rate (typically 1.1–1.5 GPM for fountains and 20-second bottle fill cycles). Minimal pressure drop occurs.
Are Elkay residential filters NSF certified?
Yes. Elkay filters meet NSF/ANSI standards 42, 53, and 401, ensuring reduction in chlorine, lead, cysts, pharmaceuticals, and select PFAS.
Can Elkay residential filters improve water taste and odor?
Yes. By reducing chlorine and organic matter, Elkay filters enhance water flavor, making it better for drinking and cooking.
How do Elkay hands-free solutions support sustainability?
Bottle filling stations encourage the use of reusable bottles, reducing single-use plastic waste on campuses and in communities.
Do Elkay hands-free systems save money compared to bottled water?
Yes. By reducing bottled water purchases and offering durable, low-maintenance hydration stations, facilities save significantly long term.
Can Elkay hands-free units contribute to LEED certification?
Yes, Elkay bottle filling stations may help contribute to LEED credits for water efficiency, innovation, and sustainability.
Do Elkay residential filters affect water pressure?
No significant impact. Most Elkay filters maintain 0.5–1.5 GPM flow, providing consistent water pressure.
What size homes are Elkay filters best for?
They’re designed for small to mid-sized households, supporting faucets, dispensers, and bottle filling stations without complex whole-house systems.
Can I retrofit an existing Elkay cooler or bottle filling station with hands-free features?
Yes, Elkay offers foot pedal conversion kits and compatible upgrades to make many existing units hands-free.
How difficult is installation of hands-free Elkay products?
Most Elkay units are designed for quick installation with standard plumbing connections. Retrofitting typically requires only minor modifications.
How often do I need to replace filters in hands-free systems?
Filters should be replaced every 3,000 gallons or 12 months, depending on water usage and local water quality. Many models include filter status lights.
Do Elkay residential filters affect water pressure?
No significant impact. Most Elkay filters maintain 0.5–1.5 GPM flow, providing consistent water pressure.
What size homes are Elkay filters best for?
They’re designed for small to mid-sized households, supporting faucets, dispensers, and bottle filling stations without complex whole-house systems.
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Watch this video to discover the many benefits of our touchless bottle-filling stations and coolers, including sanitary hydration. With sensor activation built in, sipping water and filling reusable bottles becomes effortless. Automatic, touchless operation minimizes touch points, thus minimizing the spread of germs — resulting in a cleaner, more hygienic experience.
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