Where does urine go in waterless urinal?

Where does urine go in waterless urinal?

Waterless urinals all use basically the same science. Urine flows down the bowl of the urinal past a debris-catching strainer. The urine then passes through a sealing liquid, usually a specially designed oil based fluid or simply vegetable oil, and collects in the waste pipe below.

How do waterless urinals drain?

Waterless urinals divert urine through a one-way valve into a “trap.” This trap contains a chemical that is less dense than urine. When the urine flows through this trap, the liquid displaces the urine, forcing it lower into the trap.

Are waterless urinals any good?

Waterless urinals are a good and cost effective solution for most, but not all, sites. The choice of waterless urinal is key because whilst all types of waterless urinals will obviously save the same amount of water, they have different implementation and running costs.

Do waterless urinals need a trap?

The answer is yes. The waterless urinal must also be connected to the plumbing tree. Here’s why. Even though the waterless urinal does not use water, we still want to make sure the urine drains properly through the drain connected at the base of the urinal.

Why do waterless urinals smell?

Every time you flush a urinal the limescale in the water used to flush starts to accumulate an absorbent layer in the urinal bowl. Bacteria can then develop in this layer and that results in odour.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of waterless urinals?

The Pros and Cons of Waterless Urinals

• Water Savings. Of course, this is the primary benefit of waterless urinals.
• Low Maintenance.
• Improved Hygiene.
• Odor Control.
• Resistance.
• Retrofits.
• Local Approvals.
• Improper Cleaning.

Do waterless urinals smell?

The truth is, yes, waterless urinals can smell – but the cause of this is always down to the fact they are not being cleaned and cared for properly, which in truth applies as much to flushing urinals as it does to waterless urinals.

How long does a waterless urinal cartridge last?

every three to six months
Replacing your waterless urinal cartridges is an essential component of making sure your urinals work like they should. How often you should replace your cartridges should depend on the time elapsed and usage. Typically, you should replace the cartridges about every three to six months.