Sloan Urinal

Urinal technology has come far since the days when most such devices were little more than steel, squared-off receptacles. Today you can find urinals at any flush capacity, size and level of automation, including motion-sensing devices and prototypes with built-in antimicrobial materials. If you want to save water and try something even more sanitary, however, it may be worth looking into a water-free urinal.Sloan is leading the charge with its line of water-free urinals in concert with an existing pioneer in the market, Falcon Waterfree. Together the two companies are changing the face of water consumption by utilizing a sealant liquid that allows urine to flow away and down the drain, trapping behind the existing waste and keeping the urinal entirely free of moisture. A number of peer-reviewed studies have borne out the claims of this technology's advocates, demonstrating clearly that water from traditional urinal facings tends to linger, creating a moist breeding ground for bacteria and odors. When you install the new Sloan versions instead, you not only save thousands of gallons of water a year, you also improve the air quality and scent in the surrounding area.If you are interested in learning more, the Sloan site offers a number of references for curious souls. These clever devices may be some of the easiest and most cost-effective ways to save the environment, so a little extra research might be well worth the trouble.