Are you planning to install public washrooms in a service area?
Service areas along highways and major communication routes are not simple transit areas; they are also strategic reception places, frequented each day by millions of travellers.
Truck drivers, families on holyday, tourists and commuters ‒ all share the same needs for safety, hygiene, comfort and some rest. In this context, public washrooms play a central role: not only they represent an essential convenience; they also become a quality indicator of the service area on the whole.
Well-designed and well-kept public washrooms contribute to people’s well-being, improve the reputation of the service area administrator and can even influence users’ choices, leading them to stop in a certain service area instead of another.
At SANO2 SOLUTIONS we specialize in the design and construction of public washrooms and dedicated facilities, taking into consideration everyone’s needs: in this case, both of those who travel and of those who manage rest areas.
GUIDE FOR THE INSTALLATION OF PUBLIC WASHROOMS IN SERVICE AREAS
Public washrooms in rest areas and service stations: why are they essential, and for whom?
A modern and welcoming rest area along major communication routes cannot be limited to offering parking spots and refreshments points: they must also provide safe, accessible and comforting hygienic services. On the one hand, for travellers, the availability of well-kept public washrooms improves the quality of breaks and caters to essential needs. When it comes to truck drivers, these include respecting their timetables and resting periods.
For administrators, on the other hand, modern and functional public washrooms are a valid investment in reputation, efficiency and sustainability, because they convey a sense of reliability and care which encourages users to stop, to extend their break and to make use of all the other services offered.
Finally, for the community, installing high-quality public washrooms means reducing urban decay, improving safety and making public spaces more liveable. In this sense, building modern public restrooms is an investment that offers a competitive advantage.
Which characteristics must the ideal public washrooms in highway service areas have?
Travellers stopping in a service area along major communication routes wish to find clean, practical and easy-to-use facilities. Public washrooms in these contexts, therefore, must be accessible at all times, comply with every regulation and be all-users inclusive.
Consequently, they should envisage solutions for people with motor, visual or hearing disabilities, as well as baby-care areas with changing tables. They ought to feature universal signage that is easily understood even by those who do not speak the local language. The facilities should provide simple though essential items, such as soap, functioning drying devices, adequate lightning, safe and well-kept spaces. The utilization of the units ought to be intuitive thanks to clear instructions. Finally, safety should be ensured through vandal-resistant systems and durable materials, capable to endure even an intensive usage.
In an international context such as highways, attention to these details becomes a distinctive element.
Several features can make this experience accessible for all users: buttons and dispensers located at a height accessible even from a seating position, hand bars and manoeuvring spaces designed for people with reduced mobility. Last but not less important, they should provide audio instructions and automatic door opening systems granting an easy access.
What are the best hygienic configuration SANO2 SOLUTIONS offers for highway service areas?
Each service area has different requirements and needs a calibrated answer. That is why in SANO2 SOLUTIONS we offer a variety of configurations, ranging from autonomous, off-grid washrooms, to more traditional models ‒ connected to existing networks ‒ up to cutting-edge self-cleaning systems.
Series S0 is designed for contexts lacking sewage, water or electric grid connections and it allows for a fast and independent installation thanks to precast public modules ‒ accessible even for disabled people.
S4 and S5 self-cleaning series represent the most technologically-advanced solutions, granting automatic cleaning and sanitization after each use, thus reducing managing costs and improving efficiency.
Our facilities also adapt to different traffic levels: in highway service areas we suggest highly functional public washrooms, capable to host a high number of people on a daily basis.
With our S5 series self-cleaning configurations, for example, you cannot go wrong! Thanks to these products, each administrator can find the solution which best adapts to their needs, balancing budget, functionality and innovation level.
How can SANO2 SOLUTIONS public washrooms improve service areas?
A service area equipped with safe and modern public washrooms immediately becomes more appealing and competitive. Well-kept hygienic facilities improve the overall break experience; encourage travellers to stay longer, to shop in refreshments point and to come back in the future. This translates into economic benefits for managers ‒ as well as strengthening the highway networks’ image.
From this perspective, it is possible to further equip SANO2 SOLUTIONS public washrooms with a wide range of optional features, as timed showers, urinals, external sinks or water dispenser.
For even more articulated configurations, we can provide you with different types of modular structures for both refreshment and rest areas, set-up and equipped to accommodate every type of comfort: from air conditioning to changing rooms, from power sockets for personal devices to data network and spaces for vending machines.
In these contexts of rest and refreshments, public washrooms and structures designed for users are essential to make a difference: they represent the keystone around which revolves travellers’ experience.
This is why in SANO2 SOLUTIONS we design facilities capable of balancing with all other services available: we work in favour of the quality and value that users receive.
What kind of support do you offer to those who buy SANO2 SOLUTIONS public washrooms?
We have never limited ourselves to providing a product: we accompany our customers, be those designers, administrators, architects or even officials ‒ in any step of the process.
From the analysis of specific requirements to installation and maintenance, we offer a constant and customizable support.
Our experience allows us to offer modular and technologically advanced solutions, suitable for any context; in this case, from the smallest rest areas to international service stations.
We also guarantee fast and precise maintenance interventions, carried out by specialized personnel ‒ to keep our public washrooms operational at all times. In each of our projects, our objective is to ensure safety, hygiene and comfort, transforming breaks into a positive and value-added experience.
How to request a personalized consultation?
If you wish to improve the quality of the services you offer in your service station, SANO2 SOLUTIONS is your ideal partner. We offer a complete range of customizable solutions, from traditional public washrooms to self-cleaning models, designed to meet the needs of travellers and managers alike.
Contact us for a free, no-obligation consultation: we will analyze your context’s specific requirements and we will guide you towards the most suitable solution, illustrating all possible configurations to create a custom-made project. You can write us an e-mail, call us or fill in the form at the bottom of this page.
We will answer ASAP, with the goal of transforming you service area in a safer, more hygienic and welcoming place!
FAQ – Frequently asked questions about SANO2 SOLUTIONS washrooms
What facilities and types of washrooms can you provide?
We understand that each context has specific needs and requires bespoke solutions. That is why our range includes:
- Washrooms that can be integrated into existing premises, ensuring maximum adaptability to the space available.
- Precast freestanding outdoor structures
- Washrooms without connections when sewer, water and electricity are not available
Our solutions are designed to meet every need: whether you need several washrooms in a single room or individual washrooms, we at SANO2 SOLUTIONS we have the ideal project for your space.
Once you have defined the structure, choose the most suitable type of washroom: without connections, traditional or self-cleaning, at SANO2 SOLUTIONS you will find each of these solutions and all the support you need.
I do not have a drainage, water or electricity. Can you provide me with washrooms without plumbing?
Absolutely! Our S0 range of off-grid toilets is designed for areas that are far from water, sewerage and electricity. SANO2 SOLUTIONS’ Bathroom Zero allows you to install a prefabricated bathroom, that is accessible to the disabled, more durable than a chemical toilet and more versatile than a traditional bathroom. Bathroom Zero has a waste water tank to compensate for the lack of a sewer connection, a water storage tankconnected to a rainwater collection system, and two photovoltaic panels to generate the electricity needed to light the bathroom. Plumbing-free solutions are highly valued by users for their added value as eco-friendly and sustainable bathrooms.
When it comes to materials, fittings and finishes, you are spoilt for choice! Visit the design page of our projects!
What kind of access can I install in the washrooms?
Entrance and exit systems for the washrooms depend on the needs of the customers and the area, which is why we offer several options.
Access can be free or paid, coin-operated or contactless with Nayax readers (you decide how much to set!).
Again, you can choose the access system by reading a QR code, a tax code or a EuroKey.
Do you want to buy a public washroom privately or do you want to respond to a public tender with your washroom project?
Whether you want to buy a public washroom as a private individual or you need a public washroom project for a tender, perhaps as a construction company, architect or town hall technician, at SANO2 SOLUTIONS we design public washrooms of all types, from those without plumbing to self-cleaning models.
As a global company, one of our main values is to respect the context, the regulations in each country, but above all, to respect the needs of the customer.
Tell us about your project, SANO2 SOLUTIONS will come to you and find solutions for all your needs.
Do you build Accessible Washrooms? Can I choose the equipment?
At SANO2 SOLUTIONS we design, build and install Accessible Washroom And Unisex Washroom. Accessibility is a core value for us and has always been a part of our offering. As an international company, when we design and build washrooms for people with disabilities, we always take care to comply with applicable regulations: each country has its own dimensions, equipment, access and measures designed specifically designed for safe use by people with reduced mobility.
Our public washrooms are fully customisable, you choose the layout. For example, we can include instructions in Braille or record voice commands in the washroom, we can install the hand shower next to the washroom or include SOS buttons easily accessible from the seat.
You can rely on our experience in the industry and our knowledge of public disabled washroom regulations.
Can I get a maintenance contract for my washroom? How do you manage washrooms?
Of course you can! We guarantee the maintenance of our self-cleaning washrooms through our All In maintenance service, which is an integral part of our offer. In addition, we can offer a range of maintenance packages on request, depending on your specific needs.
Our All In maintenance service includes:
- Routine maintenance: cleaning and replenishment of consumables, typically twice a month
- Predictive maintenance: thanks to our powerful remote control tool we can intervene before components fail, reducing the time the washroom is inefficient.
- Technical maintenance: carried out by specialised technicians, it involves checking all the automatisms, usually once a month.
- Telephone support: active on working days, we provide assistance and intervene on the washroom, thanks to remote control, solving most of the problems.
Do you have a guarantee on your washrooms? For how many years?
Yes, all our washrooms are covered by a guarantee. By law, the warranty on manufacturing defects is one year, but we at SANO2 SOLUTIONS have decided to extend it to 2 years to give you greater peace of mind and security in your investment.