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Portable Toilet - Simple and Small Toilet

Admin September 20, 2026

There are various ways to make simple portable toilets. Below are several common types and their key manufacturing points:

I. Water Storage Tank Modification Type This type of portable toilet uses a water storage tank as its core material, achieving functional integration through cutting and assembly. Manufacturing steps are as follows:

  1. Basic Frame Construction: Fix universal wheels at the bottom of the拖板 (trailer board) to ensure overall mobility. The trailer board, as the load-bearing platform, should be made of a material with strong load-bearing capacity (such as metal or thickened plastic).
  2. Water Storage Tank Processing: Place and cut the water storage tank to form an open tank body. Stack and fix two tank bodies to increase internal space. When cutting, reserve a doorway position to ensure easy access for people.
  3. Internal Facility Installation:
    • Drainage System: Open a drainage hole on the internal floor and connect it to the toilet's sewage pipe to ensure the smooth discharge of excrement.
    • Water Supply System: Fix water pipes and faucets to provide water for facilities such as sinks and showers. If water storage is required, part of the tank body can be retained as a water tank.
    • Sanitary Facilities: Install a toilet (either a simple or flush type), a sink, and a shower to meet basic cleaning needs.
  4. Door Production: Fix a wooden board as the door. Ensure its airtightness to prevent odor diffusion, while reserving ventilation openings or installing a small exhaust fan.

II. Building Block Assembly Type This type of toilet adopts a modular design and is quickly assembled with building block-like components, suitable for temporary or ultra-small scenarios. Characteristics are as follows:

  1. Structural Flexibility: By assembling standard-sized building blocks (such as plastic or wooden panels), the size and shape of the toilet can be quickly adjusted.
  2. Lightweight Design: The components are lightweight, facilitating manual handling and assembly, suitable for scenarios without mechanical assistance.
  3. Simplified Functions: It usually only includes basic squatting positions or toilets, omitting a complex water supply system and relying on external water sources or disposable cleaning products.

III. Economical and Practical Type (Multiple Squatting Positions) This type of toilet is mainly designed in a gray and white color scheme, emphasizing practicality and cost-effectiveness, suitable for public places. Core Design:

  1. Space Optimization: Set up 8 squatting positions and maximize space utilization through reasonable layout, while retaining aisles to ensure smooth personnel flow.
  2. Material Selection: Use corrosion-resistant and easy-to-clean materials (such as stainless steel or high-density plastic) to reduce long-term maintenance costs.
  3. Ventilation and Lighting: Install exhaust fans or ventilation openings on the top, combined with natural lighting or simple lighting equipment, to improve the internal environment.

Precautions:

  • Plan the size and functional requirements before manufacturing to avoid resource waste.
  • When cutting or welding operations are involved, wear protective equipment and ensure standard operations.
  • Portable toilets need to be regularly cleaned of excrement and sewage to prevent environmental pollution.