Rush University Medical Center

Located in the heart of Chicago, the Rush University Medical Center stands as a leading healthcare institution. With a focus on both visual appeal and long-term value, the medical center partnered with Sloan to upgrade its restrooms. Through this collaboration, Sloan has contributed significantly to enhancing the center’s aesthetic appeal, reducing maintenance needs, and incorporating energy-efficient technologies that have elevated the hospital’s sustainability standards.

Aesthetically Innovative Design

Rush University Medical Center is renowned for its award-winning design. Sloan's faucets and flushometers perfectly align with this vision, combining sleek aesthetics with unmatched performance.

• Optima® EAF-225 Faucets: Offers hygiene and convenience with its integrated infrared sensors for reliable handwashing and features an illuminated temperature indicator ring for immediate feedback. It also allows for effortless, precise temperature control via an above-deck side adjustor, all within a sleek, minimalistic design that complements modern spaces. 

Solutions for Daily Maintenance

Hospitals like Rush manage complex operations, where every component must be reliable and easy to maintain. Sloan’s solutions excel in meeting these demands, empowering facility managers and maintenance teams with practical, robust products designed for the rigorous needs of healthcare environments.

• UPPERCUT® Flushometer: The UPPERCUT Flushometer, originally designed for efficiency, significantly reduces bedpan washer splatter and contamination risks through its dual-flush system (1.1 gpf for liquid waste, 1.6 gpf for solid). 
• Optima EAF-225 Faucet: Features laminar water flow, which minimizes the introduction of bacteria and supports health and safety standards. Its above-deck access simplifies both installation and troubleshooting, ensuring that maintenance crews can keep operations running efficiently without excessive downtime.

Water Savings on a Grand Scale

Rush University Medical Center’s commitment to sustainability is evident across its operations. Sloan’s water-efficient products have become central to this mission, offering measurable environmental and cost-saving benefits.

• UPPERCUT Flushometer: This innovative dual-flush system significantly reduces water usage by up to 30% per flush, offering 1.1 gallons for liquid waste and 1.6 gallons for solid. 
• Optima Faucets: This fixture conserves water and prevents waste through automatic shutoff, optimizing water use with low flow rates and touch-free sensor activation that also minimizes touchpoints. Additionally, LED indicators provide clear temperature feedback while promoting energy savings.