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INFOGRAPHIC: Winterization Tips for PROs

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Winterization Tips for PROs

While the demand for portable toilets and sinks ebbs and flows based on the season, most rental companies have at least a few units in use during the winter. If your company is located in the north where freezing temperatures are common, winterization methods must be implemented to protect equipment from getting damaged.

In this infographic, we share some of our most helpful winterization tips along with resources where you can access even more in-depth information. We also suggest a few products that may benefit your business if you need to fight the freeze this winter.

Winterization Tips for PROs

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Winterization Tips for PROs

Placement & Storage

  • When possible, place and store portable toilets and sinks in heated or above-freezing structures like a warehouse, garage or shed
  • If units must be left outside in freezing conditions, doing these things can help:
    • Lock doors to keep them from blowing open
    • Place units with doors facing each other
    • In larger units, put a 2×4 in the center to prop up the roof during snow accumulation

Portable Toilet Winterization Methods

  • Rock salt brine solution – Prevents freezing down to 0°F
  • De-icing salt solution/crystal – Prevents freezing down to -26°F
  • Methanol – Prevents freezing down to -9°F
  • Methanol plus rock salt – Prevents freezing down to -40°F
  • De-icing additives – Prevents freezing down to -25°F
  • Switch-out or split tank – Enables you to keep the unit in use while taking the tank with the frozen waste back to the shop to thaw

For in-depth information, visit johntalk.com/winterization-preparing-for-the-big-chill

Mixing a Brine Solution: Easy as 1-2-3-4

  1. Set up your mixing station
  2. Determine the appropriate salt-to-water ratio
  3. Mix the solution
  4. Pump the solution into the truck

For in-depth instructions, visit johntalk.com/infographic-how-to-mix-a-brine-solution-in-4-easy-steps

Portable Sink Winterization Methods*

  • Saltwater solutions – May offer protection down to 0°F
  • Fish tank heater – A possible solution where electricity is available
  • Additives – Talk to your sales rep to see if any products are available

*No options are 100% proven to work. Damage to units could still occur.

For in-depth information, visit johntalk.com/how-to-winterize-portable-sinks

Examples of Helpful Winter Supplies & Equipment

  • PRO’s Choice Hot Flakes De-Icer – polyjohn.com/hot-flakes-de-icer
  • PRO’s Choice Winter Foam Hand Sanitizer – polyjohn.com/winter-foam-hand-sanitizer-refills
  • PolyJohn Split Tank – polyjohn.com/split-tank

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