What’s so special about vacuum toilets? 25 September 2024 Offering the latest in portable toilet technology, the vacuum toilet has so much to offer event organisers. Here, we explain why we think they’re so special! What is a portable vacuum toilet? Vacuum toilets are the new kids on the block in the world of luxury toilet hire! They are the most eco-friendly alternative to a traditional flushing toilet, and are part of our luxury toilets for hire. How vacuum toilets work Instead of using a flushing water system to remove waste from the toilet bowl, vacuum toilets rely on low pressure. In this way, suction removes the waste to a waste tank. Benefits of vacuum toilets Vacuum toilets offer many benefits for the event organiser as follows: Water economy – Vacuum toilets use up to 90% less water per usage than a traditional flushing toilet (just 0.8-1.0 litre) – great for the planet! No chemicals – the vacuum, suction system means no chemical are needed. In a traditional flush system, waste water is used for flushing and this has to have chemicals added to keep it and the cubicles hygienic. No downtime needed – a portable vacuum toilet can be emptied by an experienced technician in just 1-3 minutes. This enables the toilets to remain in service constantly, with no downtime required. Keep queues to a minimum – users have to wait for a traditional flushing toilet to complete its cycle before using it. With vacuum toilets, a full cycle is much shorter, which frees up the toilets much faster. This keeps traffic moving steadily through the facilities, keeping queues to a minimum. Reduce the spread of bacteria – as no water is used in the vacuum system, there is never any splashback, which is the main cause of the spread of bacteria from toilets. Occasions for a vacuum toilet The portable vacuum toilet is the perfect addition to any large-scale public event with heavy foot traffic, as it encourages the free flow of traffic. Its green credentials also make it a popular choice for any organisers campaigning for climate change. Vacuum toilets at sporting events Fortis Hire has supplied luxury toilet hire, including portable vacuum toilets, to such prestigious fixtures as the Silverstone F1 event which regularly enjoys in excess of 300,000 visitors. We also supply our pods to the Moto GP and Silverstone Classic. Vacuum toilets at music festivals Portable vacuum toilets are the perfect alternative to the plastic, standalone portable toilets often seen at festivals. They are well equipped to handle the volume of users, keep queues down and are environmentally-friendly. All they need is a 240V electricity supply and we can even help with that too. Portable vacuum toilets from Fortis Hire Portable vacuum toilets are available as all-male units (with 2 cubicles and 6 urinals), all-female units (with 4 cubicles), a urinal pod with 12 urinals, and a disabled vacuum pod. To find out more about our portable vacuum toilets for your next public event, email our friendly team at sales@fortishire.co.uk or call us on 01525 643850. Categories Advice & Information