Paper Towel Dispensers

• Recessed & Semi-Recessed Paper Towel Dispensers
• Installed partially or fully within the wall cavity for a clean, streamlined appearance that maximizes floor space and reduces vandalism risk. Fully recessed units sit flush with the wall surface and are ideal for new construction. Semi-recessed models work in facilities with shallower wall cavities where full recess depth isn't available. Popular models include the Bobrick B-3944 and ASI 0469 combination units.

• Surface-Mounted Paper Towel Dispensers
• Mount directly to the wall surface for easy installation and maintenance. Ideal for retrofit projects and facilities where wall cavity access is limited. Available in stainless steel, translucent, and powder-coated finishes.

• Automatic (Touchless) Paper Towel Dispensers
• Electronic sensor-activated dispensers that reduce cross-contamination by eliminating the need to touch the dispenser. Touchless operation also controls paper usage by dispensing a measured amount per activation, reducing waste by up to 20% compared to manual dispensers.

• Combination Paper Towel Dispenser & Waste Receptacle Units
• Integrated units that combine a paper towel dispenser with a built-in waste receptacle, creating a more efficient restroom layout and simplifying maintenance. Available in both recessed and surface-mounted configurations.

• C-Fold & Multifold (Folded Towels)
• The most common format for commercial restrooms. Folded towel dispensers hold stacks of pre-folded towels that users pull individually. Most stainless steel dispensers from Bobrick and ASI accept both C-fold and multifold towels, giving you flexibility to switch towel suppliers without replacing the dispenser.

• Roll Towels (Lever & Automatic)
• Roll towel dispensers hold continuous paper rolls and dispense a set length per pull or sensor activation. Lever-operated roll dispensers are the most economical touchless option, while electronic roll dispensers offer fully hands-free operation. Roll towel systems typically deliver a lower cost-per-dry than folded towels.

• Center-Pull Towels
• Dispensed from the center of the roll one sheet at a time, center-pull systems are a hygienic and economical option for moderate-traffic restrooms and breakrooms.

Per the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design (Section 308), the operable parts of paper towel dispensers must be mounted no higher than 48 inches above the finished floor for both forward and side reaches. Additionally, dispensers located along circulation paths must not protrude more than 4 inches from the wall if the leading edge is between 27 and 80 inches above the floor (Section 307.2). Fully recessed and semi-recessed dispensers are designed to meet these projection limits, while surface-mounted models must be evaluated for depth and placement to ensure they do not create a hazard.

• Max Height: 48” AFF (Above Finished Floor) to the highest operable part (ADA 308).
• Max Protrusion: 4” maximum from the wall when located in circulation paths, with leading edge between 27” and 80” AFF (ADA 307.2).
• Operation: Must be operable with one hand and must not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist, and must require no more than 5 pounds of force (ADA 309.4).

• Bobrick
• ClassicSeries, ConturaSeries, and TrimLine dispensers in folded-towel, roll, and automatic configurations. Bobrick's optional TowelMate® accessory can reduce paper towel waste by dispensing one towel at a time.

• Bradley
• High-capacity surface and recessed dispensers in stainless steel, designed for demanding commercial environments. Bradley combination units are popular for high-traffic facilities.

• ASI (American Specialties)
• Roval™ and Piatto™ series dispensers featuring contemporary design, matte black finish options, and no-touch dispensing. ASI accessories are keyed alike for consistent maintenance access.

• VISTA
• Cost-effective plastic dispensers for facilities where stainless steel is not required. Vista dispensers are available in touchless and manual operation for easy surface mounting.