With keen competition for every construction site placement in a tight economy, it’s more important now than ever to provide clean and well-functioning standard restrooms.
And to maintain an inventory that meets your prospective customers’ high standards, you can’t just sit tight with old and deteriorated units in the yard. Keeping pace with the competition requires upgrading units once in a while, even if it means culling your oldest stock and updating with fresh copies of the same reliable models.
You’re only as good as your poorest restroom in the field. You might think there’s no harm in dropping a unit with wobbly walls, slack door springs and unsightly cigarette burns on a remote work site. But the less-than-stellar unit might cause your customer to conclude your service is on a downward slide.
And what if another potential customer happens to see the unit you were trying to hide on an inconspicuous job? He or she might figure the rest of your inventory is in the same condition. These days, you just can’t afford to take chances with units you know aren’t up to the quality you want to portray.
When your reputation depends on providing consistently good products and services, you need to pay attention to the quality of your inventory. And if you notice it’s time to stock up, check out these latest standard restroom offerings from manufacturers:
PolyJohn Legacy and PJN3
PolyJohn Enterprises Corp. offers the longstanding PJN3 model and the Legacy as its go-to standard restrooms. Introduced in 2009, the Legacy offers greater strength and rigidity in a unit that can be assembled easily with a few tools and the fewest possible fasteners. Most of the components can be snapped together, while the unit has only two rivets, used to attach the toilet paper dispenser. The unit replaces a traditional one-piece skid with four feet that are anchored on all sides for greater strength. The roof is rotational molded, the door has a twin-sheet thermoformed design, and many smooth interior surfaces promote easy cleaning. The PJN3 utilizes a structurally stiff modular design to hold up to severe conditions. Features include a standard door-mounted mirror and handle and an advanced waste tank design with rounded slope top and convenient central sump. Visit www.polyjohn.com or call 800/292-1305.
Satellite Tufway, Maxim 3000, Taurus and Global
Satellite Industries Inc. offers the Tufway, Taurus, Maxim 3000 and Global models for standard restroom service. The Tufway utilizes a rotational molding process for easy cleaning and has a 70-gallon holding tank. For 2010, new features include a redesign of the door and molded-in vent screens, eliminating the need for screen replacement. The Maxim 3000 features recessed heavy-duty door springs, smooth interior and exterior surfaces to cut down on cleaning time and cross ribbing between panels for strength. It also uses fewer parts, reduces repairs and replacement parts inventory. The Global features molded-in vent screens and a vented base to keep the unit fresh even with heavy use and in hot climates. The rotomolded base features smooth runners for easy loading, 10 washout ports and a crowned, slip-resistant surface. Other features include an 80-gallon holding tank, corner shelf and a four-roll tissue dispenser. Visit www.satelliteindustries.com or call 800/328-3332.
Armal Top Line
Armal Inc. offers the Top Line standard restroom with Scent Box technology that can be upgraded in several ways. First, Scent Box restrooms are embedded during the manufacturing process with one of five new scents and colors: Strawberry Fields, Apple Blossom, Pinewood Trail, Rose Sensations and Vanilla Balm. The Top Line’s latch and handle offer improved ergonomics for the user and the sturdy door reduces wobbling. The unit has curved corners for easy gripping, a three-roll paper holder with integrated shelf, and a urinal with drain cover. The Top Line can be upgraded with a recirculating flush unit, soap dispenser, 7.5-gallon sink and skyscraper kit. Visit www.armal.biz or call 866/873-7796.
PolyPortables Vantage, Integra and Standard
PolyPortables Inc. continues to offer three models in its lineup of standard restrooms. The Vantage is popular for its double-walled strength and a smooth, easy-to-clean interior. The Integra offers a convenient, large door opening. The Standard unit, produced for more than 30 years, features an aluminum-framed door, riveted-in door edges and a precision-engineered door spring. All units feature easily replaced wear components for convenient repairs. PolyPortables offers many standard color choices and custom colors. Visit www.polyportables.com or call 800/241-7951.
Five Peaks Technology
Five Peaks Technology offers the standard Aspen unit with 65-gallon drop tank, three-roll tissue holder, hover handles, mirror and coat hooks. The Aspen line of standard restrooms is available in several colors with thermoformed or rotomolded skid and tank. The rotomolded tank version holds 70 gallons and uses thicker plastic and extra thick runners to stand up to abuse from gravel and asphalt. Features in the Aspen include standard gender signage to allow a restroom to be earmarked for women only, cup holder, custom-formed door handle, and offset seat location to distance it from the urinal. Visit www.fivepeaks.net or call 231/830-8099.
Imperial Industries Imperial Tradition
Imperial Industries Inc. offers the new Imperial Traditions restroom unit as a basic model for construction sites and special events. Components and panels are constructed with a rotational molding process for durability in a single wall restroom unit. The unit features a one-piece continuous doorframe, a five-point integral polyethylene door hinge, EZ grip inside latch, a 60-gallon holding tank and a standard three-roll toilet paper holder. For structural stability and durability, the unit comes with a Tri-Poly Skid that adds a third skid under the center of the floor. The unit weighs 173 pounds and is available in a variety of standard colors and can be produced in custom colors. Visit www.imperialind.com or call 800/558-2945.
T.S.F. Tuff-Jon
T.S.F. Company Inc. Tuff Jon portable restrooms offer durability and a unique appearance through a rotational molding manufacturing process that produces a one-piece polyethylene restroom unit with consistent 3/16-inch thick walls. The process creates restrooms with easy-to-clean smooth surfaces. The rotational molding construction also results in easy-to-handle restroom units that remain on stable footing at the jobsite. The lightweight standard units feature rust-free hardware, poly skids and come in a large variety of colors. The tank is mounted toward the back right corner for additional shoulder and foot room. A 15-gallon sink is also offered. Visit www.tuff-jon.com or call 800/843-9286.
