Global Industrial Wall-Mounted Emergency Eyewash Features
Designed for chemical hazard locations adjacent to structural walls, the Global Industrial 708381 is a wall-mounted emergency eyewash station compliant with ANSI Z358.1-2014. Schedule 40 galvanized steel pipe with safety yellow covers delivers flushing fluid at 5.15 gallons per minute through dual spray heads with flip-top dust covers into an 11.5-inch ABS plastic bowl. Push-handle activation opens a stay-open ball valve for hands-free operation, exceeding the ANSI minimum of 0.4 GPM to both eyes for 15 minutes.
Wall mounting eliminates the pedestal floor footprint, keeping aisles clear while placing the eyewash within 10 seconds of wall-adjacent hazards. At $305 it is $44 less than the equivalent pedestal model (708382) with identical ANSI Z358.1-2014 compliance and construction. Each unit includes an ANSI compliant identification sign and ships with factory-tested valves and spray heads. Backed by a 1-year limited warranty from Global Industrial.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Global Industrial |
| Item # | 708381 |
| Mounting Type | Wall mounted |
| Pipe & Fittings | Schedule 40 galvanized steel with safety yellow polyethylene covers |
| Bowl | 11.5" ABS plastic |
| Spray Heads | Dual, with flip-top covers to protect from airborne contaminants |
| Activation | Push-handle — stay-open ball valve for hands-free operation |
| Flow Rate | 5.15 GPM |
| Water Connection | Inlet and outlet tee — separate inflow and waste outflow |
| Color | Safety yellow |
| Compliance | ANSI Z358.1-2014 |
| Includes | ANSI compliant identification sign |
| Quality Assurance | Valves and spray heads factory-tested |
| Warranty | 1-year limited |
Applications
To provide ANSI Z358.1-2014 compliant eyewash coverage at wall-adjacent chemical hazard locations, the Global Industrial 708381 is installed at laboratory fume hoods and benches along room perimeters, production lines against facility walls, chemical storage and dispensing areas at wall-adjacent locations, battery maintenance areas, and any workspace where the hazard is within 10 seconds of a structural wall to which the eyewash can be plumbed and anchored.
Wall Mount vs. Pedestal Mount Eyewash
| Feature | Wall Mount (708381) | Pedestal Mount (708382) |
|---|---|---|
| Mounting | Wall — requires structural wall | Pedestal — freestanding floor mount |
| Placement | Perimeter walls, along production lines | Open floor areas, mid-workspace |
| Installation | Wall anchoring + plumbing connection required | Plumb to floor; no wall anchoring |
| Profile | Lower profile — does not project into aisle | Column projects above floor level |
| Accessibility | Frontal approach from work area | 360° approach from any direction |
| Floor Space | No floor footprint beyond wall connection | Pedestal base occupies floor area |
| Price | $305 — $44 less than pedestal | $349 |
| Compliance | ANSI Z358.1-2014 | ANSI Z358.1-2014 |
Academic and Institutional Pricing
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is a wall-mounted eyewash the right choice over a pedestal unit?
Wall mounting suits locations where the chemical hazard is adjacent to a structural wall — allowing the worker to reach the eyewash within the required 10-second travel distance without needing a freestanding unit in open floor space. Production lines and workbenches against walls, laboratory fume hoods along room perimeters, and wall-adjacent dispensing areas are well-suited to wall mounting. Wall mounting eliminates the pedestal floor footprint, keeping aisles clear. Pedestal mount (708382) is right when the hazard is in an open area away from any structural wall.
What wall construction is required for the 708381?
The 708381 requires a structural wall capable of supporting the eyewash unit, water supply pipe, and operational activation loads. Stud-framed drywall with proper fasteners into studs is typically adequate for light commercial construction; concrete block or steel-framed industrial walls require appropriate anchors. Water supply access behind or through the mounting wall is required. A licensed plumber should complete the water connection to ensure compliance with local plumbing codes.
Does the wall-mounted 708381 meet the same ANSI Z358.1-2014 requirements as the pedestal 708382?
Yes. Both share identical ANSI Z358.1-2014 compliance, Schedule 40 galvanized pipe construction, 11.5-inch ABS plastic bowl, dual flip-top spray heads, push-handle stay-open valve, and 5.15 GPM flow rate. Mounting type does not change ANSI performance requirements — both must be installed with nozzles between 33 and 45 inches from the floor, within 10 seconds of the hazard, with unobstructed access. Choosing wall vs. pedestal is a placement and installation decision, not a compliance distinction.
How often should the 708381 wall-mounted eyewash be tested and inspected?
ANSI Z358.1-2014 recommends weekly activation to flush sediment and confirm both spray heads flow. A brief weekly test takes under one minute and verifies the water supply is open and operational. Annual inspection by a competent person checks flow rate, spray pattern, nozzle condition, and ANSI compliance. Monthly visual inspection of flip-top covers and the identification sign is also recommended. The inlet and outlet tee allows connection to a drain for controlled waste water disposal during weekly testing.
Global Industrial Emergency Eyewash and Safety Shower Line
For open-floor locations without a wall within 10 seconds of the hazard, the Global Industrial pedestal eyewash (708382) provides identical ANSI performance. For locations without plumbing access, the portable 9-gallon gravity-fed eyewash (708606) provides ANSI Z358.1-2014 compliant coverage. Where both body and eye exposure risk exist, the emergency combination shower with eyewash (708383) provides full decontamination capability. All four models are available at LabSupplies.com.