Urinal hygiene and why it is so important

The urinal as we know it today has an interesting history of development behind it. Ancient cultures already had precursors of the urinal. In Roman baths, for example, stone benches with holes were used to drain urine. Urinals were introduced in public spaces such as railway stations and factories to meet the needs of the growing population. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the first approaches to waterless urinals were developed. These used chemicals or other substances to reduce odours and minimise deposits. During the 20th century, technology evolved to create water- and energy-efficient urinals. Water flushing systems have been improved and near-waterless urinals have been developed based on special drainage mechanisms. Some models integrate sustainable concepts such as grey water use or the conversion of urine into fertiliser.