Japanese toilet makers TOTO created a portable toilet that can be moved around while eliminating the need for toilets that use buckets.
Created primarily for use by those who are elderly, disabled or infirm, the portable toilet can be placed where they are needed independent of the layout of the structure of the room or building since it is not fixed in place and can be carried around. The toilet is intended to give more independence to users, while lessening the need for caregivers to provide assistance.
The toilet comes with a bidet function, which helps the user clean themselves after using the toilet, but also comes installed with a thinner-than-usual pipe. After the toilet is flushed, the waste is macerated. The pipes, therefore, measure around 25mm, as compared to traditional pipes that are around 75 to 100mm. The pipes also don't have a gradient, so they can be used when dealing with a building's preset infrastructure. The portable toilet comes with a deodorizer so the toilet can remain close to the user.
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Trend Themes
1. Portable Toilets for Elderly and Disabled - The creation of portable toilets that can be moved around easily can provide independence to users and reduce the need for caregivers.
2. Macerating Toilets - The use of macerating technology in toilets can save space and allow for flexibility in building infrastructure.
3. Portable Bidet Toilets - Creating portable toilets with bidet functions can provide added convenience to users who require accessible facilities.
Industry Implications
1. Toilet Manufacturing - Toilet manufacturers can explore the development of portable, macerating, and/or bidet toilet products to appeal to specific markets.
2. Healthcare Equipment - Healthcare equipment manufacturers can expand their product lines to include portable toilets for elderly and disabled patients.
3. Building Infrastructure - Developing building infrastructure that can accommodate flexible and portable toilets can provide a more accessible environment for users with disabilities.