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January 20, 2021 Mike Sewell

Why You Should Avoid Door Handle Germs

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought increased attention and study around the ways diseases and infections are transmitted. One such transmittal source is fomites. Fomites are an issue in indoor settings where multiple people touch common surfaces. Despite multiple ways to avoid them, there's only one truly effective way to avoid them.

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January 26, 2023 Nick Simmonds

Inventors of Viral Foot Operated Door Opener Release Innovative Product For Opening Cabinets
StepNpull releases a complimentary product to their flagship door pull called “ToeIn” which allows users to open the cabinet doors with their feet.
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November 10, 2022 Nick Simmonds

What is a Fomite? (Simple Guide to Fomites in the Chain of Infection)
Every year, countless fomites contribute to millions of global deaths. In an article about fomites, the National Library of Medicine reports that over “1.7 million deaths from diarrheal diseases and 1.5 million deaths from respiratory infections” occur annually from germs,...
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April 11, 2022 Nick Simmonds

Ultimate Guide to ADA Door Requirements
Guide outlining requirements for door clearance, door width, and the door handle. The Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990 assures access for disabled and non-disabled people alike.
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November 19, 2021 Nick Simmonds

What is a sanitary door opener and how to use it
Sanitary door pulls are convenient to use, cost-efficient, and most importantly, they help prevent the spread of germs and pathogens. Foot-operated door openers aim to minimize the spread of germs that one might catch from coming in contact with fomites on door handles.
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February 23, 2021 Mike Sewell

Is your business offering a truly touch-less experience?
Going through the complete buying process without touching common surfaces is now a key part of the overall customer experience. Customer experience equates to how customers feel your company treats them. If you give them a touch-less experience, your customers will think you care for their comfort, health and well-being.
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January 20, 2021 Mike Sewell

Why You Should Avoid Door Handle Germs
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought increased attention and study around the ways diseases and infections are transmitted. One such transmittal source is fomites. Fomites are an issue in indoor settings where multiple people touch common surfaces. Despite multiple ways to avoid them, there's only one truly effective way to avoid them.
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November 11, 2020 Mike Sewell

What we can all agree on when it comes to COVID-19

It’s tough to escape all the competing headlines about COVID-19 mitigation. There are differing viewpoints and research on nearly every aspect of COVID-19. How harmful is the virus…really? Is it possible to be infected more than once? Do masks really help? Can the virus live on surfaces?

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October 29, 2020 Mike Sewell

How long does COVID last on surfaces?
According to new research, the COVID germs this person wiped on the door handle could still be there nearly a month later. This article provides details related to how long COVID germs can survive on surfaces and what we can do about it to prevent the spread.
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June 11, 2020 Mike Sewell

How to install a StepNpull®

In addition to the benefits of giving people a hands-free option to opening doors, another advantage of using StepNpull is its easy installation.

We recommend using an electric screwdriver when installing on a solid wood door, although a regular screwdriver will work. A drill is mandatory when installing on a metal door. With the proper tools, installation typically takes less than five minutes per door.

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