Updated on January 2, 2024

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Created on October 1, 2018

Ikotoilet VIP Trailer

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The Ikotoilet VIP trailers are mobile toilets rented for large events that need temporary, on-site bathrooms.

Developed By
  1. Ikotoilet Limited
Tested By
  • Ikotoilet Limited
Content Partners
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Product Description

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.

Product Schematics

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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