Emergency Safety Showers and Eyewash Units for Science, Education, and Industry

Safety showers and emergency eyewash units are critical safety installations in any facility where personnel may be exposed to hazardous chemicals, materials, or processes. In the event of a chemical splash or contamination incident, immediate access to a functioning safety shower or eyewash station can prevent serious injury — and in many cases is a mandatory requirement under Australian workplace health and safety legislation.

At PlumbingSales.com.au, we stock the complete Gentec Ecosafe range — seven products covering every configuration required for a compliant emergency safety installation, all in durable 304 stainless steel. Order online 24/7 with fast Australia-wide delivery and free shipping on orders over $300.

Our Gentec Safety Showers Range

All products in the Gentec Ecosafe range are manufactured from 304 stainless steel and are recommended for science, education, and industrial applications. Each unit operates within a working pressure of 200–500kPa and a working temperature of 16°C to 38°C. Signs and test tags are included with every product.

Combination Units — Shower and Eyewash

The combination units integrate a drench shower and eyewash in a single installation, providing both types of emergency response from one water supply connection. Two configurations are available:

• ECO1000EXP — Combination safety shower and eyewash, wall mount. Drench shower flow ≥75.7 L/min; laminar flow eyewash ≥11.4 L/min. Shower spray diameter minimum 50.8cm. Code: 1639275
• ECO1000FPEXP — Combination safety shower, eyewash, and face wash with foot pedal activation, floor mount. Foot pedal operation allows hands-free activation in the event of hand or arm contamination. Code: 1639276

Drench Showers — Standalone

Standalone drench showers for facilities where a separate eyewash station is already installed, or where only overhead body decontamination is required. Three mounting configurations are available:

• ECO2000EXP — Drench shower, horizontal or vertical wall mount. Cyclonic shower head design, minimum 50.8cm spray diameter. Flow ≥75.7 L/min. 25mm male inlet. Code: 1639277
• ECO2010EXP — Drench shower, ceiling mount. Same flow and spray specifications as ECO2000EXP. Code: 1639278
• ECO2020EXP — Drench shower, floor mount pedestal. Freestanding unit suited to open-plan laboratory or industrial floor areas where wall or ceiling mounting is not practical. Code: 1639279

Eyewash and Face Wash Units — Standalone

Standalone eyewash and face wash units for facilities where a separate drench shower is already installed, or where localised eye and face decontamination is the primary requirement:

• ECO4010EXP — Emergency eyewash, wall mount. Laminar flow delivery ≥11.4 L/min. Zero vertical velocity laminar flow prevents additional eye injury during use. Code: 1639280
• ECO4000FPEXP — Emergency eye and face wash with foot pedal activation, floor mount pedestal. Laminar flow ≥11.4 L/min. Foot pedal allows hands-free activation. Code: 1639281

Key Features & Benefits

• 304 stainless steel construction — Corrosion-resistant, durable, and easy to clean; suited to the demanding environments where safety showers are installed
• Laminar flow eyewash — Zero vertical velocity laminar flow in eyewash units is gentler on the eye surface during emergency flushing, reducing the risk of additional injury
• Cyclonic shower head — Drench shower heads use a cyclonic design that delivers a consistent spray pattern with a minimum 50.8cm diameter for complete body coverage
• Anti-lime build-up design — Flow holes in shower heads and eyewash nozzles are engineered to prevent lime scale build-up, reducing maintenance requirements and ensuring reliable activation in an emergency
• Foot pedal activation available — ECO1000FPEXP and ECO4000FPEXP feature foot pedal activation, allowing hands-free operation when hand or arm contamination makes manual activation difficult
• Signs and test tags included — Every Ecosafe unit ships with safety signage and test tags, supporting compliance with Australian workplace safety requirements from the moment of installation
• Full configuration range — Wall, ceiling, and floor mount options across drench, combination, and eyewash product types, ensuring a suitable configuration for any facility layout

Choosing the Right Safety Shower Configuration

Assess the hazard type first. A facility where eye and face exposure is the primary risk may be adequately served by a standalone eyewash unit. Where full body contamination is possible — such as chemical storage areas, laboratories, or industrial processing environments — a drench shower or combination unit is required. Australian Standard AS 4775 (Emergency Eyewash and Shower Equipment) provides the mandatory compliance framework and should be referenced when specifying safety shower installations.

Combination vs separate units. Where space and budget allow, a combination shower and eyewash unit (ECO1000EXP or ECO1000FPEXP) is the preferred solution, providing both drench and eyewash capability from a single plumbing connection. In larger facilities or where the hazard zone covers a wide area, separate drench and eyewash units positioned at multiple points may be required.

Mounting configuration. Select the mounting configuration based on the physical layout of the installation area:

• Wall mount (ECO2000EXP, ECO4010EXP, ECO1000EXP) — suits most laboratory and industrial wall-mounted installations
• Ceiling mount (ECO2010EXP) — preferred where unobstructed floor access is required, or where wall mounting is not possible
• Floor mount pedestal (ECO2020EXP, ECO4000FPEXP, ECO1000FPEXP) — freestanding units suited to open areas, chemical storage zones, or outdoor installations

Foot pedal activation. For installations where hand or arm contamination is a realistic scenario, foot pedal activation (ECO1000FPEXP, ECO4000FPEXP) is strongly recommended. Hands-free activation ensures the unit can be operated even when manual dexterity is compromised by contamination or injury.

Water supply and temperature. All Ecosafe units require a water supply within the 200–500kPa working pressure range and 16–38°C temperature range. Where mains water temperature cannot be guaranteed within this range — particularly in hot climates or outdoor installations — a thermostatic mixing valve should be specified. Consult a licensed plumber and refer to AS 4775 for installation requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are safety showers required in Australia?

Safety showers and eyewash units are required wherever personnel may be exposed to hazardous chemicals or materials that could cause injury to the eyes, skin, or body. Common installation environments include laboratories, schools and universities, chemical storage and handling areas, manufacturing facilities, and industrial processing plants. Requirements are governed by Australian Standard AS 4775 and applicable workplace health and safety legislation in each state and territory.

What is the difference between a drench shower and a combination unit?

A drench shower delivers water over the full body for decontamination of skin and clothing. A combination unit integrates both a drench shower and an eyewash station in a single unit, providing full-body and eye/face decontamination from one installation. Where both types of exposure are possible, a combination unit is the preferred specification.

What flow rate do the Gentec safety showers deliver?

Gentec Ecosafe drench showers deliver a minimum flow of 75.7 litres per minute, with a shower spray diameter of at least 50.8cm. Eyewash units deliver a minimum laminar flow of 11.4 litres per minute. These flow rates meet the requirements of AS 4775.

What material are the Gentec Ecosafe units made from?

All Gentec Ecosafe safety shower and eyewash units are manufactured from 304 stainless steel — a grade selected for its corrosion resistance, durability, and suitability for the demanding environments in which safety showers are installed.

How often do safety showers need to be tested?

AS 4775 requires that safety showers and eyewash units be activated and inspected weekly to ensure they are operational and free from obstruction. Annual inspection by a qualified person is also recommended. Test tags are included with every Gentec Ecosafe unit to support ongoing compliance record-keeping.

Do safety showers need to be installed by a plumber?

Yes. Safety shower and eyewash units require connection to a potable water supply and must be installed by a licensed plumber in accordance with AS/NZS 3500 and AS 4775. The installation must also comply with applicable state workplace health and safety legislation. Consult a licensed plumber and your WHS advisor when specifying and installing safety shower equipment.

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