Urinal - Revision history

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	The number of people at work shown in the first column refers to the maximum number likely to be in the workplace at any one time. These are pre-pandemic recommendations.		The number of people at work shown in the first column refers to the maximum number likely to be in the workplace at any one time. These are pre-pandemic recommendations.

−	= Related articles on Designing Buildings ~~Wiki~~ =	+	= Related articles on Designing Buildings =

	* Approved Document G.		* Approved Document G.
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	* Water closet.		* Water closet.
	* Water consumption.		* Water consumption.
		+	* Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999.

	= External resources =		= External resources =

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	* Sanitary accommodation.		* Sanitary accommodation.
	* Sanitaryware.		* Sanitaryware.
		+	* Types of sanitary appliances.
	* Water closet.		* Water closet.
	* Water consumption.		* Water consumption.

Editor at 11:42, 21 October 2020

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	Some modern adaptations of street urinals now disappear underground during daylight hours only to emerge in the evenings.		Some modern adaptations of street urinals now disappear underground during daylight hours only to emerge in the evenings.

−	[[File:DisappearingUrinal.jpg]]	+	[[File:DisappearingUrinal.jpg\|link=File:DisappearingUrinal.jpg]]

	In some locations, older disappearing urinals have been replaced by self contained non-gender specific street toilets (which may also disappear underground).		In some locations, older disappearing urinals have been replaced by self contained non-gender specific street toilets (which may also disappear underground).
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	Modern urinals are produced for users of different heights and mobility requirements. Some extend to the floor to serve the same purpose.		Modern urinals are produced for users of different heights and mobility requirements. Some extend to the floor to serve the same purpose.

−	Trough urinals - rather than individual units - are sometimes found in buildings (such as entertainment facilities, sporting venues, convention centres and so on) ~~that service a large number of users~~. These accommodate large numbers but lack privacy.	+	Trough urinals - rather than individual units - are sometimes found in buildings (such as entertainment facilities, sporting venues, convention centres and so on). These accommodate large numbers but lack privacy.

	[[File:TroughUrinal.jpg\|link=File:TroughUrinal.jpg]]		[[File:TroughUrinal.jpg\|link=File:TroughUrinal.jpg]]

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	The popularity of pissiors spread to other parts of Europe. In the Netherlands and the UK there are still several street urinals in cities.		The popularity of pissiors spread to other parts of Europe. In the Netherlands and the UK there are still several street urinals in cities.

−	Some modern adaptations of street urinals now disappear underground during daylight hours only to emerge in the evenings~~, although~~ some have ~~now~~ been replaced by self contained street toilets ~~for all genders~~.	+	Some modern adaptations of street urinals now disappear underground during daylight hours only to emerge in the evenings.
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		+	[[File:DisappearingUrinal.jpg]]
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		+	In some locations, older disappearing urinals have been replaced by self contained non-gender specific street toilets (which may also disappear underground).

	= Patented urinals =		= Patented urinals =

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	= History =		= History =

−	While public toilets go back to ancient times, the first pissiors (also known as a vespasienne) were introduced in Paris in the 1830s. These simple outdoor structures were meant to reduce public urination in the streets. The enclosed booths offered varying levels of privacy and were only meant to be used by men.	+	While public toilets and trough urinals go back to ancient times, the first pissiors (also known as a vespasienne) were introduced in Paris in the 1830s. These simple outdoor structures were meant to reduce public urination in the streets. The enclosed booths offered varying levels of privacy and were only meant to be used by men.[[File:PissoirTwickenham.jpg\|link=File:PissoirTwickenham.jpg]]
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−	~~The popularity of pissiors spread to other parts of Europe. In the Netherlands and the UK there are still several street urinals in cities.~~	+
−		+
−	[[File:PissoirTwickenham.jpg]]	+

	Twickenham pissoir.		Twickenham pissoir.

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		+	The popularity of pissiors spread to other parts of Europe. In the Netherlands and the UK there are still several street urinals in cities.
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	Some modern adaptations of street urinals now disappear underground during daylight hours only to emerge in the evenings, although some have now been replaced by self contained street toilets for all genders.		Some modern adaptations of street urinals now disappear underground during daylight hours only to emerge in the evenings, although some have now been replaced by self contained street toilets for all genders.

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	Trough urinals - rather than individual units - are sometimes found in buildings (such as entertainment facilities, sporting venues, convention centres and so on) that service a large number of users. These accommodate large numbers but lack privacy.		Trough urinals - rather than individual units - are sometimes found in buildings (such as entertainment facilities, sporting venues, convention centres and so on) that service a large number of users. These accommodate large numbers but lack privacy.

−	[[File:TroughUrinal.jpg]]	+	[[File:TroughUrinal.jpg\|link=File:TroughUrinal.jpg]]

	For more privacy, individual urinals are separated by dividers, although they would not typically be placed inside toilet stalls.		For more privacy, individual urinals are separated by dividers, although they would not typically be placed inside toilet stalls.
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	Waterless urinals can be purchased from new, or existing urinals can be retrofitted to become waterless.		Waterless urinals can be purchased from new, or existing urinals can be retrofitted to become waterless.

−	[[File:WaterlessUrinal.jpg]]	+	[[File:WaterlessUrinal.jpg\|link=File:WaterlessUrinal.jpg]]

	These devices capture the urine in a trap where it is dealt with in one of several ways:		These devices capture the urine in a trap where it is dealt with in one of several ways:

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	The popularity of pissiors spread to other parts of Europe. In the Netherlands and the UK there are still several street urinals in cities.		The popularity of pissiors spread to other parts of Europe. In the Netherlands and the UK there are still several street urinals in cities.

		+	[[File:PissoirTwickenham.jpg]]
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		+	Twickenham pissoir.
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	Some modern adaptations of street urinals now disappear underground during daylight hours only to emerge in the evenings, although some have now been replaced by self contained street toilets for all genders.		Some modern adaptations of street urinals now disappear underground during daylight hours only to emerge in the evenings, although some have now been replaced by self contained street toilets for all genders.

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	Trough urinals - rather than individual units - are sometimes found in buildings (such as entertainment facilities, sporting venues, convention centres and so on) that service a large number of users. These accommodate large numbers but lack privacy.		Trough urinals - rather than individual units - are sometimes found in buildings (such as entertainment facilities, sporting venues, convention centres and so on) that service a large number of users. These accommodate large numbers but lack privacy.
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		+	[[File:TroughUrinal.jpg]]

	For more privacy, individual urinals are separated by dividers, although they would not typically be placed inside toilet stalls.		For more privacy, individual urinals are separated by dividers, although they would not typically be placed inside toilet stalls.
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	Waterless urinals can be purchased from new, or existing urinals can be retrofitted to become waterless.		Waterless urinals can be purchased from new, or existing urinals can be retrofitted to become waterless.
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		+	[[File:WaterlessUrinal.jpg]]

	These devices capture the urine in a trap where it is dealt with in one of several ways:		These devices capture the urine in a trap where it is dealt with in one of several ways:

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	= Introduction =		= Introduction =

−	A urinal is a sanitary plumbing fixture ~~that is~~ designed for urination only. It is typically used in the standing position.	+	A urinal is a sanitary plumbing fixture designed for urination only. It is typically used in the standing position.

−	Urinals are most frequently placed in male public toilets ~~including~~ those found in commercial or institutional settings. However, some homeowners have opted to ~~install~~ urinals as a method of saving water. Female urinals are available, although they are not ~~especially~~ popular ~~- nor are they commonly found.~~.	+	Urinals are most frequently placed in male public toilets, in particular those found in commercial or institutional settings. However, some homeowners have opted to instal urinals as a method of saving water. Female urinals are available, although they are not as popular or common.

	= History =		= History =
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	While public toilets go back to ancient times, the first pissiors (also known as a vespasienne) were introduced in Paris in the 1830s. These simple outdoor structures were meant to reduce public urination in the streets. The enclosed booths offered varying levels of privacy and were only meant to be used by men.		While public toilets go back to ancient times, the first pissiors (also known as a vespasienne) were introduced in Paris in the 1830s. These simple outdoor structures were meant to reduce public urination in the streets. The enclosed booths offered varying levels of privacy and were only meant to be used by men.

−	The popularity of pissiors spread to other parts of Europe. In the Netherlands and the UK there are still several street urinals in ~~various~~ cities.	+	The popularity of pissiors spread to other parts of Europe. In the Netherlands and the UK there are still several street urinals in cities.

−	Some modern adaptations of street urinals now disappear underground during daylight hours only to emerge in the evenings~~. However~~, some ~~of these~~ have now been replaced by self contained street toilets for all genders.	+	Some modern adaptations of street urinals now disappear underground during daylight hours only to emerge in the evenings, although some have now been replaced by self contained street toilets for all genders.

	= Patented urinals =		= Patented urinals =
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	In 1866, Andrew Rankin patented the first upright flushing urinal. The devices became popular during the industrial revolution as factories - and populations - grew in American cities.		In 1866, Andrew Rankin patented the first upright flushing urinal. The devices became popular during the industrial revolution as factories - and populations - grew in American cities.

−	The urinal required less space, so several could be installed in a small area in the factory ~~- the same area that could only accommodate a full restroom with a single toilet~~. The urinal was also thought to improve productivity, since workers tended to take less time using a urinal than a toilet.	+	The urinal required less space, so several could be installed in a small area in the factory. The urinal was also thought to improve productivity, since workers tended to take less time using a urinal than a toilet.

	= Configurations =		= Configurations =
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	For more privacy, individual urinals are separated by dividers, although they would not typically be placed inside toilet stalls.		For more privacy, individual urinals are separated by dividers, although they would not typically be placed inside toilet stalls.

−	For purposes of sanitation, many public urinals have some type of guard device to prevent solid matter from blocking pipes. The guard may also have a deodorising urinal cake to help minimise ~~odors~~.	+	For purposes of sanitation, many public urinals have some type of guard device to prevent solid matter from blocking pipes. The guard may also have a deodorising urinal cake to help minimise odours.

	= Flushing options =		= Flushing options =
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	== Door regulated flush ==		== Door regulated flush ==

−	This is another method of automatic flushing that is activated only after the urinal is used. In this system, a switch is installed in the frame of the door and activates on all of the urinals whenever the ~~spring-operated~~ door opens. There are also door regulated flushing systems that can be programmed to count the number of users and then activated when that number has been reached.	+	This is another method of automatic flushing that is activated only after the urinal is used. In this system, a switch is installed in the frame of the door and activates on all of the urinals whenever the door opens. There are also door regulated flushing systems that can be programmed to count the number of users and then activated when that number has been reached.

	== Waterless urinals ==		== Waterless urinals ==

−	Waterless urinals can be purchased ~~specifically in that configuration. Existing~~ urinals can ~~also~~ be ~~retrofit to adapt~~ to waterless ~~operations~~.	+	Waterless urinals can be purchased from new, or existing urinals can be retrofitted to become waterless.

−	These devices ~~do not use any water. Instead, they~~ capture the urine in a trap~~. Once the urine travels down into the container,~~ it is dealt with in one of several ways:	+	These devices capture the urine in a trap where it is dealt with in one of several ways:

	* A sealant liquid captures and neutralises the urine.		* A sealant liquid captures and neutralises the urine.
−	* An outlet system traps the ~~odor~~.	+	* An outlet system traps the odour.
	* A deodorising block is activated by the urine.		* A deodorising block is activated by the urine.
−	* A one-way valve closes ~~one~~ the urine has ~~traveled~~ into the trap.	+	* A one-way valve closes once the urine has travelled into the trap.

	= Urinal requirements =		= Urinal requirements =

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	* Legislation.gov.uk, "[https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1999/1148/schedule/2/crossheading/wcs-flushing-devices-and-urinals/made The Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999]."		* Legislation.gov.uk, "[https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1999/1148/schedule/2/crossheading/wcs-flushing-devices-and-urinals/made The Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999]."

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	* Sanitary accommodation.		* Sanitary accommodation.
	* Sanitaryware.		* Sanitaryware.
		+	* Water closet.
	* Water consumption.		* Water consumption.

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	A urinal is a sanitary plumbing fixture that is designed for urination only. It is typically used in the standing position.		A urinal is a sanitary plumbing fixture that is designed for urination only. It is typically used in the standing position.

−	Urinals are most frequently placed in male public toilets including those found in commercial or institutional settings. However, some homeowners have opted to install urinals as a method of saving water. Female urinals ~~do exist~~, although they are not commonly found.	+	Urinals are most frequently placed in male public toilets including those found in commercial or institutional settings. However, some homeowners have opted to install urinals as a method of saving water. Female urinals are available, although they are not especially popular - nor are they commonly found..

	= History =		= History =
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	Modern urinals are produced for users of different heights and mobility requirements. Some extend to the floor to serve the same purpose.		Modern urinals are produced for users of different heights and mobility requirements. Some extend to the floor to serve the same purpose.

−	Trough urinals - rather than individual units - are sometimes found in ~~facilities~~ (such as entertainment facilities, sporting venues, convention centres and so on) that service a large number of users. For more privacy, individual urinals are separated by ~~privacy~~ dividers, although they would not typically be placed inside toilet stalls.	+	Trough urinals - rather than individual units - are sometimes found in buildings (such as entertainment facilities, sporting venues, convention centres and so on) that service a large number of users. These accommodate large numbers but lack privacy.
		+
		+	For more privacy, individual urinals are separated by dividers, although they would not typically be placed inside toilet stalls.

	For purposes of sanitation, many public urinals have some type of guard device to prevent solid matter from blocking pipes. The guard may also have a deodorising urinal cake to help minimise odors.		For purposes of sanitation, many public urinals have some type of guard device to prevent solid matter from blocking pipes. The guard may also have a deodorising urinal cake to help minimise odors.
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	== Manual ==		== Manual ==

−	The urinal has a button, lever or foot pedal for users to activate the flush. A dual-flush handle uses half the water when pulled up.	+	The urinal has a button, lever or foot pedal for users to activate the flush. A dual-flush handle uses half the water when pulled up. This is an older flushing technique that was popular in the United States.

	== Automatic ==		== Automatic ==