# Acorn Engineering Company > For over 60 years, Acorn Engineering Company® continues to pave industry standards with the broadest line of stainless steel hand washing products, plumbing fixtures, showers and mop sinks designed for institutional and commercial markets. Website: https://www.acorneng.com Phone: 18004888999 Email: info@acorneng.com ## Product Categories - [Commercial (Dura-Ware®)](https://www.acorneng.com/products/commercial-duraware-restroom-fixtures) - [Corterra® Solid Surface](https://www.acorneng.com/products/solid-surface) - [Kwik Ship® Brands](https://www.acorneng.com/products/kwik-ship) - [Replace-Ware®](https://www.acorneng.com/products/replacement-plumbing-fixtures) - [Security Plumbing Fixtures (Penal-Ware®)](https://www.acorneng.com/products/security-plumbing-fixtures) - [Terrazzo Products](https://www.acorneng.com/products/terrazzo-products) - [Wudu Wash Trough Stations](https://www.acorneng.com/products/wudu-stations) - [Options](https://www.acorneng.com/products/options) - [High Efficiency (Water Savings)](https://www.acorneng.com/products/efficient-commercial-restroom) - [Lead-Free Products](https://www.acorneng.com/products/lead-free-plumbing-products) - [ADA, Accessibility](https://www.acorneng.com/products/ada-accessible-restroom-fixtures) - [Acorn-Sinks® Commercial Stainless Steel Sinks](https://www.acorneng.com/products/acorn-sinks) - [Accessories (Division 10)](https://www.acorneng.com/products/bathroom-accessories) - [Combination Toilets/Lavatories](https://www.acorneng.com/products/combination-toilet-lavatory) - [Drinking Fountains](https://www.acorneng.com/products/indoor-drinking-fountains) - [Electronic Water Management Systems](https://www.acorneng.com/products/electronic-water-management-system) - [Hand Washing Stations](https://www.acorneng.com/products/hand-washing) - [Hydrant Boxes](https://www.acorneng.com/products/hydrant-boxes) - [Mop & Service Sinks](https://www.acorneng.com/products/mop-service-sinks) - [Secur-Care® Ligature Resistant](https://www.acorneng.com/products/ligature-resistant-products) - [Showers](https://www.acorneng.com/products/commercial-showers) - [Shower Bases](https://www.acorneng.com/products/shower-base) - [Security Furnishings](https://www.acorneng.com/products/security-furnishings) - [Toilets](https://www.acorneng.com/products/toilets) - [Urinals](https://www.acorneng.com/products/urinals) ## Blog - [Preventing Glass Tipping and Breakage: The Importance of Sink Design](https://www.acorneng.com/blog/preventing-glass-tipping-breakage-the-importance-of-sink-design): Glass tipping and breakage is inevitable in busy restaurant kitchens, bars, and event spaces. Acorn’s new line of stainless steel sinks are designed to reduce such accidents, helping prevent injuries, service disruptions, and financial losses. - [5 Benefits of Commercial Hand Washing Stations in the Workplace](https://www.acorneng.com/blog/5-benefits-of-commercial-hand-washing-stations-in-the-workplace): Hand washing stations do far more than provide a necessary convenience; they serve as cornerstones of workplace wellness, productivity, and professional reputation. Let’s delve into their benefits and underscore their importance in contemporary workspaces. - [New Data Sheds Light on Gender-Inclusive Restroom Design](https://www.acorneng.com/blog/gender-inclusive-restroom-design-study): A recent study, which asked 1,500 U.S. workers their opinions on restroom space and comfort, has provided valuable new data for designers attempting to create a genuinely inclusive restroom that feels safe and comfortable for all users. - [How to Choose the Perfect Commercial Sink for Your Project](https://www.acorneng.com/blog/how-to-choose-the-perfect-commercial-sink): Sinks have an almost endless list of configurations: multi-station, trough, wall mounted, freestanding, etc. On top of that, there are many basin shapes and materials available. Given all these options, how do you choose the right commercial sink for your project? - [How to Remove Rust Stains from Stainless Steel Sinks](https://www.acorneng.com/blog/how-to-remove-rust-stainless-steel): Stainless steel fixtures must be properly cared for in order to keep them looking as shiny and new as the day they were installed. Read on for our recommendations, as well as step-by-step instructions for removing rust stains and restoring the protective chromium oxide layer. - [Where Can Schools Invest ARP ESSER Funds Right Now?](https://www.acorneng.com/blog/schools-invest-arp-esser-funds): As the September 30 deadline approaches, only about 7% of ARP ESSER funds have so far been spent. Educators have given the issue careful consideration, but decisions must be made soon. How can schools most effectively invest this temporary funding? (Updated 10/31/2022) - [Inclusive Tourism: Why Hotels, Restaurants, Parks & More Should Care](https://www.acorneng.com/blog/inclusive-tourism-why-hotels-restaurants-parks-should-care): Inclusive design creates an environment where all visitors feel welcome and valued as guests and customers, no matter their abilities. Read on to learn how you can better accommodate the 1 billion people currently living with disabilities. - [What Is Inclusive Restroom Design and Where Is It Appropriate?](https://www.acorneng.com/blog/what-is-inclusive-restroom-design): Inclusive design means making a space feel welcoming for all people. How is this different from, say, designing gender-neutral bathrooms? Inclusive design goes further. It improves bathroom efficiency and reduces wait times because each stall is available to any person looking to use it, regardless of age, gender, and ability. - [Case Study: Taking Students’ Safety Seriously](https://www.acorneng.com/blog/case-study-portable-sinks-schools): In Fall 2020, the Garden Grove Unified School District knew hand washing and hydration would be critical to re-opening for on-site classes. They called their ELMCO® Stewart rep to see how Acorn Engineering and Murdock Manufacturing could help. - [What on Earth Is a Waterless Urinal?](https://www.acorneng.com/blog/what-is-a-waterless-urinal): In a waterless urinal, urine flows down the bowl, then passes through a debris-catching strainer. From there it goes through a one-way duckbill diaphragm that lets the urine pass into the plumbing system while preventing odors from coming back out. ## News - [Acorn-Sinks Offers Classroom Sinks for School Applications](https://www.acorneng.com/news/classroom-sinks): Acorn Engineering Company offers an Acorn-Sinks® line of drop-in classroom sinks for school applications. - [Cross-Reference Search Feature Now Available for Acorn-Sinks](https://www.acorneng.com/news/cross-reference-search-acorn-sinks): A new cross-reference* search feature has been added to the Acorn Engineering Company website to enhance searches for the new Acorn-Sinks product line. - [Murdock & Acorn-Sinks Fit Your Lifestyle](https://www.acorneng.com/news/murdock-acorn-sinks): When it comes to keeping kids clean and hydrated at school, Murdock and Acorn-Sinks make the perfect pair! - [Acorn Engineering Company Introduces Acorn-Sinks®](https://www.acorneng.com/news/introducing-acorn-sinks): Acorn Engineering Company has introduced a line of stainless steel drop-in and undermount sinks in single and double bowl configurations. - [Acorn Releases New Product Comparison Chart for Handwashing Products](https://www.acorneng.com/news/comparison-chart-handwashing): Acorn Releases New Product Comparison Chart for Handwashing Products - [Acorn Beekeeping Equipment Releases Redesigned E-Commerce Website](https://www.acorneng.com/news/acornbeelaunch): Acorn Beekeeping Equipment has a redesigned website, now available at www.acornbee.com - [New Brochure Highlights Parks Application](https://www.acorneng.com/news/parks-brochure): Acorn Engineering Company has introduced a new brochure with restroom fixtures and accessories for parks. - [See the Bling Toilet in Person!](https://www.acorneng.com/news/aspe-bling-toilet): This exquisite, one-of-a-kind showpiece is studded with Swarovski crystals. - [Divide and Conquer with the Slab-Edge® Divide Solid Surface Basin](https://www.acorneng.com/news/slab-edge-divide-solid-surface-basin): The Slab-Edge® Divide presents a new perspective on the Slab-Edge silhouette. - [Introducing the new Deep Bowl Solid Surface Semi-Circular Wash Fountain](https://www.acorneng.com/news/deep-bowl-solid-surface): This new Acorn® offering has an extra-deep, 7-3/4" bowl to facilitate washing of the hands and forearms while minimizing the problems that come with water splash—namely, bacteria growth and slip hazards. ## Key Pages - [All Products](https://www.acorneng.com/products) - [Resource Library](https://www.acorneng.com/resource-library) - [News](https://www.acorneng.com/news) - [Sitemap](https://www.acorneng.com/sitemap.xml)