--- title: Stagnation Prevention Portal description: Automatically draining shower removes water from pipes after each use. No stagnant water in the pipes - reduces risk of waterborne pathogens and Legionella image: https://info.chicagofaucets.com/hubfs/Auto-Drain%20Diverter%20Animation_%20(2).png --- [![](https://info.chicagofaucets.com/hs-fs/hubfs/PNG%20%20NO%20BACKGROUND%20ChicagoFaucets_WordMark_Logo-1-1.png?width=150&height=68&name=PNG%20%20NO%20BACKGROUND%20ChicagoFaucets_WordMark_Logo-1-1.png)](http://chicagofaucets.com?hsLang=en) - [About Us](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/about) - - [Our Company](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/about/our-company) - [Corporate Responsibility](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/about/corporate-responsibility) - [Careers](https://www.geberitnorthamerica.com/careers-jobs/) - About Us - [Products](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/products) - - [Faucets](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/products/commercial-faucets) - [Manual Sink Faucets](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/products/commercial-faucets/manual) - [Touchless Faucets](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/products/commercial-faucets/touchless) - [Fountains & Fillers](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/products/fountains-fillers) - [Glass & Pot Fillers](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/products/fountains-fillers/fillers) - [Drinking Fountains](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/products/fountains-fillers/drinking-fountains) - [Specialty Fittings](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/products/fittings) - [Pre-Rinse Fittings](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/products/fittings/pre-rinse) - [Tub & Shower Fittings](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/products/fittings/shower-bathtub) - [Washdown & Sill Fittings](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/products/fittings/washdown-sill) - [Safety Fittings](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/products/fittings/safety) - [Hygiene & Salon Fittings / Mortuary Fittings](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/products/fittings/salon-hygiene) - [Urinal Valves](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/products/fittings/flush-valves) - [Remote Fittings](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/products/remote-fittings) - [Remote Spouts](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/products/remote-fittings/spouts) - [Remote Valves](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/products/remote-fittings/valves) - [Laboratory Fittings](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/products/lab-fittings) - [Legacy Lab Fittings](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/products/lab-fittings/legacy) - [New Lab Fittings](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/products/lab-fittings/new) - [Stops & Supplies](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/products/stops) - [Accessories & Parts](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/products/parts) - Our Products - [Markets](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/market) - - [Commercial](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/market/commercial) - [Education](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/market/education) - [Healthcare](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/market/healthcare) - [Food & Beverage](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/market/restaurant) - [Laboratory](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/market/laboratory) - Markets - [Resources](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/resources) - - [Calculators & Configurators](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/resources/tools) - [Configure Your Own Faucet](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/resources/tools/faucet-configurator) - [Water Savings Calculator](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/resources/tools/water-savings-calculator) - [Product Resources](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/resources/products) - [Installation & Maintenance](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/resources/product/installation) - [Specifier Resource Center](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/resources/product/specification) - [References](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/resources/product/references) - [Catalogs & Brochures](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/resources/catalogs-brochures) - Resources - [Support](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/support) - - [Contact Us](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/support/contact) - [FAQ](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/support/faq) - [Distributor/Sales Rep Locator](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/support/where-to-buy) - Support [Search](https://info.chicagofaucets.com/auto-drain-shower-system#ex1) ### Search # The Auto-Drain® Shower System Chicago Faucets improves health and safety in showering with the innovative Auto-Drain® Shower System. See how upgrading to Auto-Drain reduces infection by eliminating water stagnation in showers. #### *In Action...* ### The Auto-Drain® Shower System In this short clip, see how this first-of-its-kind shower system purges water, reduces water stagnation, and helps prevent the growth of *Legionella* and other waterborne pathogens. Auto-Drain is recommended for healthcare facilities, hotels, athletic centers, and anywhere there is a public shower. Click below to learn more about your options or to discuss your project with a Chicago Faucets expert.  [![BROCHURE](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/5826046/3e667218-0ce9-42b3-9d4e-bc08e216b129.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/5826046/3e667218-0ce9-42b3-9d4e-bc08e216b129) [![HOSE DEMO](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/5826046/a33fbabb-4d84-4ed4-b2e6-c1a827731a26.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/5826046/a33fbabb-4d84-4ed4-b2e6-c1a827731a26) [![LET'S MEET](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/5826046/d3e1a642-805f-49f9-98f7-b87e3433f152.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/5826046/d3e1a642-805f-49f9-98f7-b87e3433f152) ## The Auto-Drain® Shower System [![Auto-Drain Shower System removes all water automatically from pipes and hoses](https://info.chicagofaucets.com/hubfs/Auto-Drain%20Shower%20System_complete-Mar-18-2024-03-31-23-6586-PM.jpg "Auto-Drain Shower System removes all water automatically from pipes and hoses")](https://info.chicagofaucets.com/auto-drain-shower-system-brochure?hsLang=en) ## Auto-Drain® Shower System Options The Auto-Drain Shower System includes a variety of options. Choose between round and square trim designs, integrated or separate drain valves, and shower head or Auto-Drain hose with hand spray. Click the images below to see some popular Auto-Drain shower configurations. [![Specify Auto-Drain](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/5826046/cad8fce5-3d77-4efd-aa3e-2865e2607482.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/5826046/cad8fce5-3d77-4efd-aa3e-2865e2607482) ### [SH-TP4-01-000 Thermostatic/pressure balancing shower fitting with Auto-Drain™](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/products/fittings/shower-bathtub/SH-TP4-01-000?hsLang=en) ![Thermostatic/pressure balancing shower fitting with Auto-Drain™](https://info.chicagofaucets.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(54).png?width=806&height=636&name=Untitled%20design%20(54).png) ### [SH-TP4-22-023 Thermostatic/pressure balancing shower fitting with Auto-Drain™ and hand spray](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/products/fittings/shower-bathtub/SH-TP4-22-023?hsLang=en) ![Thermostatic/pressure balancing shower fitting with Auto-Drain™ and hand spray](https://info.chicagofaucets.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(56).png?width=806&height=636&name=Untitled%20design%20(56).png) ### [SH-TP5-00-020 Thermostatic/pressure balancing shower fitting with Auto-Drain™ and hand spray](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/products/fittings/shower-bathtub/SH-TP5-00-020?hsLang=en) ![Thermostatic/pressure balancing shower fitting with Auto-Drain™ and hand spray](https://info.chicagofaucets.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(57).png?width=806&height=636&name=Untitled%20design%20(57).png) ### [See More Products Click here to see more products](https://www.chicagofaucets.com/search?fulltext-search=auto-drain&type_1=All&items_per_page=10&sort_bef_combine=search_api_relevance_DESC&selector=.js-view-dom-id-312f231923d33340f236849c7877781217bc62e8225a9ab87e6757445da45a33&hsLang=en) ![More Products](https://info.chicagofaucets.com/hs-fs/hubfs/More%20Products%20(1).png?width=806&height=636&name=More%20Products%20(1).png) ## Learn about the Hidden Pathogens Lurking in Your Water System #### *Webinar:* Preventing Legionnaires' disease and other waterborne pathogens Stagnant or standing water creates conditions that can increase the risk of *Legionella* and other biofilm- associated bacteria in water systems after an extended shutdown. Follow this quick guide on actions to minimize risk for *Legionella*.  [Watch now](https://info.chicagofaucets.com/outsmart-legionella-form?hsLang=en) ![\_OUTSMART LEGIONELLA webinar Thumbnail LP 261x174 (2)](https://info.chicagofaucets.com/hubfs/_OUTSMART%20LEGIONELLA%20webinar%20Thumbnail%20LP%20261x174%20(2).png "_OUTSMART LEGIONELLA webinar Thumbnail LP 261x174 (2)") #### What You Need to Know About Legionnaires' Disease Learn the basics of Legionnaires' disease with this fact sheet that covers what it is, where it comes from, how people contract it, and more. [Legionnaires' disease fact sheet](https://info.chicagofaucets.com/hubfs/legionnaires-disease-fact-sheet.pdf?hsLang=en) ![Untitled design (51)](https://info.chicagofaucets.com/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(51).png "Untitled design (51)") #### *White Paper:* Automate Flushing for Healthy Buildings In this white paper, learn how automated flushing in your buildings minimizes bacteria growth, maintains water quality, and simplifies operations. 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