Agriculture
December 16, 2023
VIP 10-40 Steam Engine
Read SolutionImplemented by
Village Industrial Power
Updated on January 2, 2024
·Created on October 1, 2018
The Ikotoilet VIP trailers are mobile toilets rented for large events that need temporary, on-site bathrooms.
Ikotoilet VIP trailers are mobile, flushing toilets available for rent at functions or events. The trailers include vacuum-flushing toilets, hand-washing stations, and baby-changing tables.
Target SDGs
SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
Target Users (Target Impact Group)
Small and Medium-sized Enterprises
Distributors / Implementing Organizations
The toilets are distributed and maintained by the manufacturer, available for rent with an attendant actively servicing the toilets throughout events.
Manufacturing/Building Method
Interior bathroom fixtures are produced using plastic and integrated into a trailers modified with an interior dividing wall and two doors to allow for entrance into each bathroom. The trailers are welded to a hitch to all for them to be transported via towing.
Intellectural Property Type
Trademark
User Provision Model
Customers can obtain Ikotoilet trailers by contacting the manufacturer and reserving toilets for an event, which will then be delivered.
Distributions to Date Status
Unknown
Toilet type
Toilet
Evacuation method
Flush
Storage conditions
Container storage
Capacity (L)
Unknown
Time until emptying
Daily collection frequency
Design Specifications
The trailer was designed to have dual-functionality by including a urinal and a toilet seat in each stall. Sanitation systems were integrated into the stalls including sinks, soap dispensers, and a retractable baby-changing table. In addition the flushing system uses a vacuum-design to prevent odors.
Technical Support
The trailers and toilets are serviced by attendants while they are being rented, and these attendants provide support.
Replacement Components
Replacement components are not available for purchase because the toilets are rented by organizations rather than sold directly to users.
Lifecycle
Unknown
Manufacturer Specified Performance Parameters
The manufacturer specifies that its trailer-toilets are hygienic, delivered promptly when reserved, and cleaned consistently by on-site attendants.
Vetted Performance Status
The performance was only tested by the manufacturer.
Safety
Trailers must to properly parked and secured in their location prior to use to ensure user safety.
Complementary Technical Systems
The trailers need to be pumped empty of waste before they are used at the next event.
Academic Research and References
Maweu, J.M., 2012, The Morality of Profit In Business: Transforming Waste Into Wealth Through The Iko Toilet Business Venture in Nairobi, Kenya. University of Nairobi, Kenya.
Njeru, J. N., 2014, Rethinking public toilet technologies in Nairobi: the case of Ikotoilet facilities. Journal of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene for Development 4 (2): 324–328.
Madegwa, E, M, 2012, Effectiveness of Ikotoilets in addressing sanitation among public toilet users in Nairobi central business district in Kenya. Master Thesis, University of Nairobi, Kenya.
Goal 6. Available: https://sdgs.un.org/goals/goal6
Compliance with regulations
None
Evaluation methods
The toilet systems are maintained by engineers after each rental, in addition to the trailers being maintained by mechanics to ensure mobile functionality.
Other Information
Ikotoilet has won several awards for their toilets and business model.
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