TOF Laser Sensing
Used in premium sensor faucets and soap-and-water 2-in-1 faucets for faster response, accurate distance judgement and stability in complex environments.
Technology
Technology
GIBO has 20 years of R&D expertise in smart sensor sanitaryware with 200+ granted national patents.
Core Technology
A technology system from sensing algorithms to finished products
Complete capabilities across sensing, control platforms, valve structures, product testing and project maintenance.
mmWave + Infrared Fusion
For high-traffic public spaces: sensitive detection, strong-light immunity, fewer false triggers and long-term low-power operation.
Capacitive Touch & Gesture Control
Moves smart sanitary ware from single sensing to multi-mode interaction — ideal for kitchen faucets, bathroom vanities and hotel upgrades.
Wireless Remote Configuration
Adjust sensing range, flow time and flush logic on site, reducing installation and after-sales communication costs.
Technology Matrix
Smart Sensor Sanitary Ware Technology Matrix
Technology only counts when it is stable in mass production, maintainable and verifiable.
Sensing Algorithms
Infrared, TOF, mmWave, capacitive touch and other multi-sensor technologies.
Control Platform
Low-power control, dual-chip platform, single-wire communication and anti-interference design.
Valve System
Anti-clog solenoid valves, self-cleaning, low water hammer and continuous-flow protection.
Structural Integration
Coordinated modules, valve bodies, exterior design, mounting holes and full-unit sealing.
Certification & Testing
Water efficiency, electrical safety, EMC, environmental and overseas market-access files.
Custom Development
Development planned around brand positioning, market certification and volume delivery schedules.
National Standard Drafter
20 Years in Smart Sanitaryware · 18 Proprietary Core Technologies · 200+ National Patents
✓ Low-Power dTOF Laser Sensing
✓ Military-Grade EMC (Level 4)
✓ 1 Million Cycle Proven Life
10+
Invention Patents
130+
Utility Models
30+
Design Patents
4+
Software Copyrights
2+
PCT International Patents
18 Core Technologies
Infrared Sensing · Military-Grade Reliability · Low Power · Low Water Hammer Design
Based on 20 years of technology accumulation, GIBO enables your agile new product development needs
Low-Power dTOF Laser Sensing Technology
Millimeter Wave Sensing Technology
Capacitive Touch Technology
Wireless Remote Control Technology
Low-Power Multi-Stable
Liteon Smart Sensing
Single-Window Dual-Mode Gesture Recognition
Half-Duplex Single-Wire Communication
Dual-Chip Interchangeable Platform
Dual-Mode Strong Light Immunity Algorithm
Military-Grade Electromagnetic Compatibility
Smart Overflow Protection & Auto Shut-off
Precision Smart Shower Thermostatic Control
Low Water Hammer Solenoid Valve Design
Self-Cleaning Anti-Clog Solenoid Valve
Hydroelectric Power Generation & Storage
IoT Connectivity Technology
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Authority & Recognition
National High-Tech Enterprise
2014: Recognized as National High-Tech Enterprise;
2023: Recognized as National Specialized & Sophisticated SME;
2023: Recognized as National Sci-Tech SME;
2023: Recognized by Fujian Market Supervision Bureau as Fujian IP Advantage Enterprise.
National Standard Drafter
2022: Participated in drafting the national standard "General Technical Specification for Water-Saving Performance of Non-Contact Water Supply Devices" (GB/T 41863-2022).
2024: Participated in drafting the group standard "Sensor Faucets" (T/XMBK 002—2024).
CNAS AccreditedGIBO operates its own laboratory capable of performing 90% of national standard-required internal tests and experiments, with the capability to issue factory inspection reports.
Products have passed testing by SGS, CQC, FQII, FQM, the National Ceramic and Plumbing Product Quality Inspection Center, and other CNAS-accredited testing authorities.
Certifications include CE, RoHS, CUPC, NSF, CCC, Water Efficiency Label, and Water Conservation Certification.
200+ Industry Clients
Custom sensor nozzles for Lenovo lecoo
Co-development with Haier Weixi Hand Washer
Not just a Fortune 500 supplier
Over 10+
International Tier-1 sanitaryware brands
Top 10 Domestic sanitaryware brands
GIBO is the first choice for ODM sensor faucets,
serving clients in Foshan, Kaiping, Zhongshan, Chaozhou, Xiamen, Nan’an, Ningbo, Taizhou, Wenzhou production areas
across hardware faucets, shower systems, cisterns and other
sub-category clients and sanitaryware brand clients in 40+ countries worldwide.
R&D Capabilities
GIBO employs over 16 professional R&D engineers, with 90% holding bachelor’s degrees or higher. The core team has an average industry experience of 12+ years. We have established independent EMC anti-interference and anti-static testing centers, light source interference testing centers, solenoid valve performance and life testing centers, dual-85 temperature and humidity testing centers, as well as IP rating testing, soap concentration testing, touch pressure testing, and other equipment. Annual R&D investment accounts for over 6% of revenue.
Rigorous Testing, 20 Years of Consistent Reliability
Electronic sensor modules are designed per GB/T 4343.2 standards, with Level 4 EMC ensuring that under severe electromagnetic interference environments including ±15kV electrostatic discharge and ±4kV burst pulses, the product maintains accurate and normal sensing and water output throughout and after testing, with no performance degradation, no false triggering, and no system lock-up.
16+
R&D Engineers
12 yrs
Avg. Industry Experience
6%
Annual R&D Investment Ratio
EMC Testing Lab
Testing with 12 Common Appliances
Testing with 12 Common Appliances
Light Source Interference Testing
18 Light Source Tests
18 Light Source Tests
1 Million Cycle Life Tester
Freeze Test & Water Hammer Tester
Fujian University of Technology Industry-Academia Base
Through the joint R&D mechanism of the Fujian University of Technology Industry-Academia Base, with Vice Dean Liu Jianhua serving as Science and Technology Commissioner stationed at GIBO, we continuously innovate and attract outstanding talent, accumulating deep technical expertise in infrared sensing algorithms, low-power circuit design, and mechatronics integration. To date, we have been granted 200+ national patents, including 10+ invention patents, 130+ utility model patents, and 2+ PCT international patents.
Based on our independent laboratory and professional R&D team, we focus on infrared/laser sensing and intelligent valve control. Together with Provincial Science and Technology Commissioner Vice Dean Liu Jianhua, we completed the Fujian Provincial Science and Technology Project "Voice-Controlled Dual-Sensor Faucet", filed 6 invention patents, trained 3 technical personnel, and received the Fujian Science and Technology Innovation Award.
200+ Granted National Patents2 Fujian Provincial Sci-Tech Projects
Patent Collaboration & Licensing · Empowering Brand Sanitaryware Through Innovation
GIBO opens its patent pool covering key sensing technologies, low-power control circuits, bi-stable solenoid valves, and other core patents, providing one-stop licensing partnerships for global sanitaryware brands to accelerate smart product upgrades.
Licensing Case Studies
A Faucet with Soap Foam Generation Device
Patent Application No.: CN121322687A
✓ Licensed collaboration: Independently developed by GIBO, implemented in partnership with Kaiping Lejie Sanitaryware Co., Ltd. for the kitchen soap foam sensor faucet project
This invention discloses a faucet with a soap foam generation device, comprising a faucet body, a water supply valve, a first Venturi tube, a liquid pump, and a foaming assembly arranged within the faucet body. By providing the foaming assembly, the water-liquid mixture in the first Venturi tube is aerated and further refined before output, improving the mixing effect and the density of the output. This avoids the need for specialized diluents in the liquid bottle and solves the problem of poor mixing when using undiluted cleaning liquid at high concentration. Additionally, the use of a pressure-reducing flow control valve and a liquid volume control valve improves water inlet and liquid inlet efficiency.
*Information above sourced from the National Intellectual Property Administration
A Mobile Bathing Machine for Independent Use by Mobility-Impaired Persons
Patent Application No.: CN119745264A
✓ Licensed collaboration: Led by Dr. Zhang Yingxi and co-designed with Chief Engineer Li Daliang. GIBO authorizes related smart sanitaryware patents for joint expansion of age-friendly smart sanitaryware product research and applications.
This invention provides a mobile bathing machine suitable for independent use by persons with limited mobility, comprising a machine body, a walking device, a positioning device, and a cleaning seat assembly. By providing the walking device and positioning device, the machine body can move under computer or remote control, allowing the bathing machine to move out independently. The cleaning area ensures users can conveniently move into the machine for bathing without long-distance movement. The cleaning seat assembly ensures users can bathe while seated. The water supply pipe maintains sufficient water pressure even at the far end from the water source during cleaning, ensuring bathing efficiency for seated users and reducing physical exertion for both the user and assisting personnel.
*Information above sourced from the National Intellectual Property Administration
Sanitaryware Electronics & Solutions
IR Infrared Sensor Module Control Solution
Pulse Solenoid Valve Control Solution
Smart Thermostatic Shower Temperature Control Solution
Mini Smart Sensor Nozzle
Smart Digital Display Dual-Sensor Basin Faucet Control Assembly
Microwave MW Sensing + dTOF Gesture Toilet Flush Control Assembly
Smart Toilet dTOF Foot-Kick Sensor Control Assembly
The above data and technical indicators are sourced from CNAS-certified test reports provided by GIBO’s laboratory, reports from third-party testing institutions, and test reports issued by GIBO’s laboratory. Product parameters and performance only represent the excellent performance and indicators that GIBO products have achieved or can achieve. For specific product performance indicators and parameters, please consult the GIBO service consultant.
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Sensor Sanitaryware Core Technology FAQ
What causes sensor faucet self-triggering, no water output, or continuous running?
These issues primarily stem from three sources: ambient light interference, electromagnetic interference, and sensing algorithm deficiencies. GIBO's low-power multi-stable Liteon smart sensing technology, dual-mode strong light immunity algorithm, and Level 4 EMC anti-interference design solve these problems, ensuring stable operation in 99% of environments. Triple anti-mistouch and anti-self-trigger technology includes: @ Adaptive ambient light compensation algorithm for stable operation under 10,000 Lux direct sunlight; @ Level 4A military-grade EMI design passing ±8kV contact discharge tests; @ Dynamic threshold filter algorithm filtering transient signals from flying insects, water reflections, etc. Sensing distance and response time are also adaptive and adjustable for different installation environments.
How is actual battery life calculated for sensor sanitaryware? What are the standby and active current ratings?
GIBO's self-developed low-power multi-stable control algorithm achieves static power consumption ≤30µA (measured <18µA, reaching 8µA in extreme optimization), and dynamic operating current ≤300mA (during solenoid valve opening/closing moments).
Using 4 AA alkaline batteries (rated 2000mAh) with 200 uses per day as an example:
• Single open-close cycle (open+close pulse) consumption = 300mA × 0.03s × 2 = 18mAs.
• Daily dynamic consumption = 18mAs × 200 = 3600mAs = 1mAh.
• Daily static consumption = 0.03mA × 24h = 0.72mAh.
• Total daily consumption ≈ 1.72mAh.
• Theoretical rated life = 2000mAh / 1.72 ≈ 1163 days ≈ 3.2 years.
Low-voltage protection must be considered for actual usable capacity: The product low-battery warning triggers at 4.6V (1.15V per cell). When alkaline batteries discharge to 1.15V, approximately 30-40% capacity remains, giving an actual usable capacity of about 1200-1400mAh. Therefore:
• Conservative usable life = 1200mAh / 1.72 ≈ 698 days ≈ 1.9 years.
• Measured in typical household use: over 3 years achievable; commercial high-frequency environments: over 1.5 years.
GIBO also offers dual-power solutions (AC + battery backup) to prevent downtime.
Using 4 AA alkaline batteries (rated 2000mAh) with 200 uses per day as an example:
• Single open-close cycle (open+close pulse) consumption = 300mA × 0.03s × 2 = 18mAs.
• Daily dynamic consumption = 18mAs × 200 = 3600mAs = 1mAh.
• Daily static consumption = 0.03mA × 24h = 0.72mAh.
• Total daily consumption ≈ 1.72mAh.
• Theoretical rated life = 2000mAh / 1.72 ≈ 1163 days ≈ 3.2 years.
Low-voltage protection must be considered for actual usable capacity: The product low-battery warning triggers at 4.6V (1.15V per cell). When alkaline batteries discharge to 1.15V, approximately 30-40% capacity remains, giving an actual usable capacity of about 1200-1400mAh. Therefore:
• Conservative usable life = 1200mAh / 1.72 ≈ 698 days ≈ 1.9 years.
• Measured in typical household use: over 3 years achievable; commercial high-frequency environments: over 1.5 years.
GIBO also offers dual-power solutions (AC + battery backup) to prevent downtime.
What irreplaceable advantages does dTOF laser sensing offer over infrared in smart sanitaryware?
dTOF laser sensing offers irreplaceable technical advantages over traditional infrared sensing, while also addressing its high-power challenge:
① High-Precision Gesture Recognition: Can identify different distances and gestures (e.g., short-range for water, long-range for soap, hover for adjustment), while IR only detects presence/absence.
② Strong Light Immunity: TOF measures phase differences of modulated light, so ambient light (including sunlight) has virtually no effect on measurement accuracy; IR fails under strong light.
③ Material-Independent, Color-Insensitive: dTOF works reliably on black, white, mirror, stainless steel, ceramic, transparent objects, PU, and human skin, with distance error <4% (±1cm). IR is significantly affected by object color and reflectivity, with errors exceeding 10%.
④ Breakthrough in dTOF High-Power Bottleneck: Traditional TOF consumes far more power than IR, limiting battery-powered applications. GIBO's proprietary low-power Liteon smart sensing technology and 20 years of iterative software algorithms achieve standby power of just 30µA for mass-produced dTOF solutions, matching IR power levels—truly achieving "high performance + low power."
This technology is now mass-deployed in high-end sensor faucets, smart toilet lid opening, gesture-controlled showers, and other applications.
① High-Precision Gesture Recognition: Can identify different distances and gestures (e.g., short-range for water, long-range for soap, hover for adjustment), while IR only detects presence/absence.
② Strong Light Immunity: TOF measures phase differences of modulated light, so ambient light (including sunlight) has virtually no effect on measurement accuracy; IR fails under strong light.
③ Material-Independent, Color-Insensitive: dTOF works reliably on black, white, mirror, stainless steel, ceramic, transparent objects, PU, and human skin, with distance error <4% (±1cm). IR is significantly affected by object color and reflectivity, with errors exceeding 10%.
④ Breakthrough in dTOF High-Power Bottleneck: Traditional TOF consumes far more power than IR, limiting battery-powered applications. GIBO's proprietary low-power Liteon smart sensing technology and 20 years of iterative software algorithms achieve standby power of just 30µA for mass-produced dTOF solutions, matching IR power levels—truly achieving "high performance + low power."
This technology is now mass-deployed in high-end sensor faucets, smart toilet lid opening, gesture-controlled showers, and other applications.
What is the typical solenoid valve life in sensor sanitaryware? How does GIBO achieve 500,000+ cycles?
The industry standard for sensor solenoid valves is typically 200,000 cycles. According to the new national standard "General Technical Specification for Water-Saving Performance of Non-Contact Water Supply Devices" (GB/T 41863-2022), the full product life requirement for non-contact water supply devices is 500,000 cycles. GIBO achieves a 1 million cycle design margin through four key design breakthroughs (verified in GIBO's laboratory):
① Self-Cleaning Anti-Clog Valve Core Structure: Uses fluid dynamics to automatically flush away impurities, preventing jamming.
② Low Water Hammer Soft Start-Stop Control: Reduces mechanical shock, protecting the diaphragm and extending life.
③ High-Quality Brass & Corrosion-Resistant Materials: Precision moving iron core design, nitrile rubber diaphragm, passing 24-hour acid salt spray test at Level 10.
④ IP67 Waterproof Coil Design: Solenoid valve coil fully potted, waterproof and moisture-proof, suitable for long-term use in humid environments.
GIBO's patented solenoid valves are deployed in sensor faucets, sensor flush valves, smart showers, and other products. Tested in CNAS-certified laboratories, they are suitable for China's northern high-hardness water quality and high-frequency commercial use environments.
① Self-Cleaning Anti-Clog Valve Core Structure: Uses fluid dynamics to automatically flush away impurities, preventing jamming.
② Low Water Hammer Soft Start-Stop Control: Reduces mechanical shock, protecting the diaphragm and extending life.
③ High-Quality Brass & Corrosion-Resistant Materials: Precision moving iron core design, nitrile rubber diaphragm, passing 24-hour acid salt spray test at Level 10.
④ IP67 Waterproof Coil Design: Solenoid valve coil fully potted, waterproof and moisture-proof, suitable for long-term use in humid environments.
GIBO's patented solenoid valves are deployed in sensor faucets, sensor flush valves, smart showers, and other products. Tested in CNAS-certified laboratories, they are suitable for China's northern high-hardness water quality and high-frequency commercial use environments.
Does GIBO offer a complete IoT solution for WiFi/Bluetooth remote control in smart sanitaryware? What is the timeline?
GIBO offers an integrated hardware-and-software IoT solution covering the full chain from module to cloud platform:
Solution Components
• Embedded Modules: Supporting WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee, Matter, and other protocols
• Mobile App: iOS/Android support, customizable UI and features
• Cloud Platform: Support for Alibaba Cloud, Tencent Cloud, AWS, and private deployment
• Completed integration and adaptation with Tuya, HarmonyOS, Xiaomi, and other mainstream platforms
Integration Timeline
• Standard ODM clients: approximately 4-6 weeks from solution confirmation to mass production samples
• Custom app or private cloud: approximately 6-10 weeks
• Complete API documentation and production testing tools provided to accelerate time-to-market
Reference Cases
• Tuya-integrated garden automatic irrigation system
• Huawei HarmonyOS smart digital display faucet co-developed with clients
• Multi-platform IoT smart thermostatic shower system (in development)
Cooperation Tip
For IoT integration partnerships, we recommend preparing integration requirements, feature experience expectations, and UI design intentions in advance for a rapid response.
Solution Components
• Embedded Modules: Supporting WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee, Matter, and other protocols
• Mobile App: iOS/Android support, customizable UI and features
• Cloud Platform: Support for Alibaba Cloud, Tencent Cloud, AWS, and private deployment
• Completed integration and adaptation with Tuya, HarmonyOS, Xiaomi, and other mainstream platforms
Integration Timeline
• Standard ODM clients: approximately 4-6 weeks from solution confirmation to mass production samples
• Custom app or private cloud: approximately 6-10 weeks
• Complete API documentation and production testing tools provided to accelerate time-to-market
Reference Cases
• Tuya-integrated garden automatic irrigation system
• Huawei HarmonyOS smart digital display faucet co-developed with clients
• Multi-platform IoT smart thermostatic shower system (in development)
Cooperation Tip
For IoT integration partnerships, we recommend preparing integration requirements, feature experience expectations, and UI design intentions in advance for a rapid response.