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Why is wet gear a health and safety issue?

Wet turnout gear under certain conditions can result in injury due to steam burns. Wet cold-water rescue suits can be the source of blood-born infections. Wet boots can be the source of serious medical problems such as Pseudomonas Cellulitis.

Why do your machines use warmed air?

Warm air holds more water vapor than cold, so the rate of drying is enhanced. Machines can operate in cooler conditions and still maintain performance. When a fabric feels dry to the touch water molecules are hygroscopically bonded to the microscopic fibers. Average room temperature air does not provide enough energy to effectively break this bond between water and fiber within a reasonable length of time.

What causes that "locker room" smell?

Microbes thrive in warm, dark and damp conditions. PPE provides an ideal environment for the growth of fungi and other bacteria on the skin. Human odor is caused by naturally produced pheromones. The obnoxious odor associated with locker rooms is caused by an excess accumulation of microbes. Keeping PPE dry will limit this condition.

Why do my feet get cold when they are wet?

As the moisture content in a boot increases, the ability to transfer moisture from the foot to the outside layers of the sock decrease. Consequently at skin level the balance of humidity and heat is disrupted. Material in contact with the skin will cool and your feet will feel "clammy".

If warm is good wouldn't hot air be better?

Some PPE elements are manufactured with fabrics that could be damaged by too much heat. Our machines will not create this condition. Also, when you put your foot into a hot boot, it will immediately begin to sweat(see ?Why are my feet cold?? above). Hot air dryers usually require specialty 220V service wiring.

Do your products make for effective boot dryers?

Our forced air electric boot dryers use warm or ambient air at the flick of a switch to dry ski boots, shoes, turnout gear and more. We offer commercial and residential boot and glove dryers, and our work boot dryers come in both portable and wall mount configurations. Wet clothing and gear can present health issues, so let Williams Direct Dryers dry what you wear.

Are your electric boot dryers all portable?

Our electric boot dryers are both portable and wall mounted, and make great boot and glove dryers for work and ski boots, snowboard gear, hazmat suits, and more. With over 50 different residential and commercial dryers in stock, our heated dryers offer warm or ambient air at the flick of a switch and make wet gear more comfortable and healthier to wear.

Do you offer forced air dryers?

We offer forced air dryers that use warm air to directly dry ski boots and other shoes, gloves, and much more. Our electric boot dryers come in over 50 residential and commercial applications, and are so dependable and efficient that they are used by the military both the United States and Canada. Learn more about our products today.

Do your products work as outdoor clothes dryers?

Our outdoor clothes dryers make extremely effective turnout gear dryers. From helmets and masks to ski boots, hockey gear, firefighter gear and of course boots and gloves, our commercial and residential dryers offer warm or ambient air at the flick of a switch and are the finest wet weather gear dryers on the market today.

Do you carry industrial dryers?

We carry industrial dryers, and our industrial clothes dryers are perfect for turnout gear, wet weather gear, hazmat suits, firefighter equipment, SCBA masks, rescue suits, and more, and offer both warm or ambient air at the flick of a switch. If you're in need of air dryer industrial units look to Williams Direct Dryers.

What types of clothing can your portable dryers dry?

Our portable dryers and portable dryer racks can dry turnout gear, ski boots, gloves, masks, wet suits, and much more. Our portable electric dryers use warmed and/or ambient air and come in over 50 different models. It's little wonder our products have been used by military, law enforcement, fires services and more. Discover what Williams Direct Dryers has to offer today.

Can I use your shoe dryer to dry other items?

Our shoe dryers and boot dryers work great as glove dryers and to dry snowboard boots, ski boots, hazmat suits, turnout gear, scuba wet suits, and more. These warmed and/or ambient air dryers come in commercial and residential applications and are the most effective direct drying products on the market today. Learn more about what Williams Direct Dryers can do for you.

Are your commercial dryers both a boot dryer and a glove dryer?

Yes, our commercial dryers can be configured as a combination boot dryer and glove dryer and are perfect not only as a shoe dryer but also for turnout gear, hazmat suits, firefighter equipment, and more. Our electric warmed and/or ambient air dryers are available in a portable or wall mount model, and can safely dry up to 60 pairs of ski or regular footwear.

What other types of items are your boot and glove dryers effective in drying?

Our electric boot and glove dryers work as ski boot dryers, golf glove dryers, and on turnout gear, survival suits, hip waders, and more. In addition, they offer warmed or ambient air at the flick of a switch and come in both portable and wall mount configurations. We've been providing residential and commercial in-locker and duty gear dryers for 20 years, and can help you.

Do you offer both wall mount and portable electric dryers?

We offer portable electric dryers and wall mount perfect for shoes, ski boots, wet suits, SCBA masks, hazmat suits, and turnout gear. Look to us for your electric boot dryers and electric glove dryers, and make sure your apparel is dry and safe to wear. Don't underestimate the importance of dry apparel! Let Williams Direct Dryers help you today.