Office Water Supplies has been supplying water coolers across Norfolk and the wider East Anglia region since 1989, and our contactless models bring touch-free dispensing to your workplace. Our contactless water coolers keep hands off the machine by moving the dispense action to a foot pedal or a sensor, which reduces the shared touch points on the parts people use most. We offer a range of options, from sensor-operated coolers to retrofit foot-switch kits that add touch-free dispensing to a suitable machine. Contactless models are available from Oasis, AA First and Borg & Overström, on both bottled and mains fed coolers.
Which contactless water cooler is right for you?
A few practical questions usually point to the right machine. These are the things worth thinking about before you enquire.
Space
Contactless coolers come as counter-top models that sit on a worktop or reception desk, and floor-standing models for busier areas. Measure the spot you have in mind and leave a little room around the machine for airflow and easy filter changes.
Dispensing
Touch-free dispensing works in one of two ways: a foot pedal you press to pour, or a sensor that starts the flow when you hold a bottle or cup underneath. A foot pedal suits general workplace use, while a sensor removes hand contact altogether. Tell us your setting and we will suggest which fits.
Supply
Contactless operation is available on both bottled models, which take 15 litre bottles we deliver and swap, and mains fed models, which plumb into your water supply so they never run out. Your choice usually comes down to whether there is a water point nearby and how much the machine will be used.
Which contactless water coolers do you supply?
We supply contactless water coolers from Oasis, AA First and Borg & Overström, as sensor-operated models and as retrofit foot-switch kits. A sensor-operated cooler dispenses when you hold a bottle or cup under the tap area, while a retrofit foot-switch kit relocates the dispense action to a foot pedal, so users do not touch the unit with their hands. Contactless operation is available on both bottled and mains fed coolers, so you can keep the water supply that suits your site.
Can I make an existing cooler contactless?
In many cases, yes. A retrofit foot-switch kit adds touch-free dispensing to a suitable machine, so you can go contactless without replacing the cooler. Tell us the model you have and we will let you know if a kit will fit.
Contactless or standard: which should you choose?
Both give you chilled, filtered water. The difference is how you dispense it, which usually comes down to how many people use the machine and how much hygiene matters in your space.
Not sure which suits your site?
Tell us your team size, your layout and how busy the machine will be, and we will recommend the right contactless option. Price is on enquiry, so you only pay for what fits.
| Contactless cooler | Standard cooler | |
|---|---|---|
| Dispensing | Foot pedal or sensor, hands-free | Push button or tap |
| Shared touch points | Removed from the dispense action | Buttons or taps used by everyone |
| Going touch-free later | Foot-switch kit can retrofit many machines | Would need replacing to add it |
| Best for | Busy, shared or hygiene-sensitive sites | Lower-traffic or single-user spaces |
| Supply options | Available bottled or mains fed | Available bottled or mains fed |
Frequently asked questions
Before you pick up the phone, here are the things customers ask us most, from where we cover to how fast we can help when a machine plays up.
Where a question touches on a particular product or service, we have pointed you to the page with the full detail.
Got a question we have not covered? We would rather have a quick chat than leave you guessing. Call us on 01953 451753 or email info@officewatersupplies.co.uk, and one of the team will get straight back to you.
Do contactless water coolers need servicing?
Yes. Like any water cooler, they should be sanitised regularly, at least once a year, by our WRAS-qualified engineers, with filter changes to suit your usage. You can book single visits or an annual package, and we leave documentation for hygiene-compliance checks.
How much do contactless water coolers cost?
Contactless water coolers are priced on enquiry, because the right model depends on your site, whether you want mains fed or bottled, and how much it will be used. Get in touch and we will recommend a suitable machine and give you a clear quote.
Can I have a contactless cooler as mains fed or bottle fed?
Yes. Contactless dispensing is available on both plumbed-in mains fed models and bottled models, so you can choose the supply that suits your site and still get touch-free operation. Tell us your setup and we will suggest suitable options.
Are contactless water coolers more hygienic?
They remove the touch points people share most, the buttons and taps, so there is less chance of germs passing from hand to hand. Paired with regular sanitisation by our WRAS-qualified engineers and Brita or 3M filtration, they suit offices, gyms, schools and healthcare sites where hygiene matters.
How does a contactless water cooler work?
A contactless water cooler lets you fill a bottle or cup without touching the machine, usually with a foot pedal or a wave sensor above the drip tray. Removing the shared touch points on the buttons and taps is what makes them a popular choice for busy, shared spaces.
