FACTOR FOUR - Waterless urinals

Waterless urinals Saving water and improving hygiene Conventional urinals use at least three litres of water per flush, whereas waterless urinals need neither water nor a flushing system. These new urinals save costs, and above all water, without making concessions on convenience. At the same time they improve hygiene. Models made of sanitary ware and fibreglass-reinforced synthetic material (polyester) are available. Their specially treated surfaces prevent liquids from clinging. The urine flows off the smooth surface of the urinal into a siphon that serves to trap the odour - this is the centrepiece of all waterless urinals. The siphon contains a liquid sealant with a lighter-than-water specific density. This floats to the top, allowing the urine to flow through it and away, taking any odours with it. The liquid sealant remains in the siphon. Waterless urinals have no joints or cracks which bacteria can colonise. The special surface repels most liquids and impurities. Cleaning therefore involves less cost and effort than with conventional systems, and strong toilet cleaners are now unnecessary. With some systems, water and disinfectant are enough to guarantee hygienic operation. Waterless urinals are functional, economical, hygienic, virtually odour-free, non-contact, and - as the name says – use no water at all. Read more...
Factor-four effects
	Reduce costs
	Use no water
	Improve hygiene
	No unpleasant smells
	Less water pollution
	Easy to use
	Safe to use
	Reduce emissions
	Reduce energy consumption
	Reduce waste
	Save resources
	Long life-span
	Create a positive image
	Large-scale market
	Export potential
	Lean infrastructure
	Low transport demand




Expert advice For questions on FACTOR FOUR Dr. Raimund Bleischwitz Tel. +49-(0)202-2492-256 raimund.bleischwitz@wupperinst.org

Waterless Urinal
(Source: Sinaqua Waterless System GmbH)