How does Pi-Pi differ from Agande?

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Pi-Pi and Agande are two European manufacturers of Pi-Pi urinals and rental cabins, but they work with different materials and lifecycle economics.

Material: Pi-Pi — LLDPE (frost resistance down to −30°C, impact elasticity). Agande — polypropylene (PP), which tends to crack under impact below −10°C.
Lifespan: LLDPE Pi-Pi — 7–10 years in rental use. PP averages 3–5 years on open sites.
Cabin compatibility: Pi-Pi has a stepped connector Ø24/32/40 mm (any cabin without adapters). Agande typically has one diameter.
Odor management: Pi-Pi Standard Plus has a Ø70 mm port for ventilation; Agande lacks ventilation connection.
B2B terms: Pi-Pi offers volume pricing from 10 units, OEM production, and framework agreements.

Full comparison of features and TCO calculation for rental fleets is on the Pi-Pi vs Agande page.

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We use LLDPE (linear low-density polyethylene) for Pi-Pi urinals and portable toilet urinals due to its high impact resistance and flexibility in cold climates.

Key advantages of LLDPE:

Cold performance: remains flexible down to −30°C, whereas HDPE becomes brittle
Impact resistance: better absorbs impacts during transport, installation, and use of Pi-Pi urinals
Crack resistance: better withstands mechanical stresses and cleaning agents

Trade-offs: HDPE has higher chemical and UV resistance. However, for temporary mobile installations in the European climate, the flexibility and impact resistance of LLDPE are priorities for Pi-Pi urinals.

LLDPE and PP are intended for different operating conditions. PP is stiffer and more heat-resistant, but LLDPE is optimal for Pi-Pi urinals and portable toilet urinals in cold climates.

Advantages of LLDPE:

Cold weather performance: LLDPE remains flexible down to −30°C, whereas PP becomes brittle at 0…−20°C
Impact resistance: LLDPE bends and recovers shape, PP may crack upon impact
Cost-effectiveness: LLDPE reduces costs without compromising operational reliability of Pi-Pi urinals

When PP is preferable: high-temperature sterilization and stationary indoor installations in warm climates. For Pi-Pi urinals and portable toilet urinals, LLDPE offers superior performance.

We use rotational molding for the production of portable toilet urinals and Pi-Pi urinals due to its technical advantages:

Seamless construction: monolithic product without welds — no weak points or areas for bacteria accumulation
Uniform wall thickness: 4–5 mm throughout, including corners and edges
Minimal residual stresses: high dimensional stability without deformation over time
Enhanced impact resistance: homogeneous material structure increases resistance to impacts and drops

Standard and Standard Plus are two modifications of Pi-Pi urinals and portable toilets: Standard is fully waterless, Standard Plus has a top inlet Ø70 mm for ventilation or water.

Standard: closed top, fully waterless design of Pi-Pi urinals
Standard Plus: top inlet Ø70 mm for connecting ventilation or water supply to portable toilet urinals

Choose Standard Plus for Pi-Pi urinals if ventilation duct or water supply connection is required.

Our urinal basins for portable toilets and welfare units use a stepped outlet of Ø24 / Ø32 / Ø40 mm, compatible with standard European drainage pipes, which makes connection to existing systems straightforward.

Pi-Pi urinals made from industrial LLDPE are designed for operation in a range from −30°C to +60°C, ensuring year-round outdoor use in any EU climate. Our Pi-Pi urinals and portable toilet urinals reliably operate in all European weather conditions.

Urinal basins for portable toilets made from LLDPE have high chemical resistance and are compatible with most standard sanitary cleaning products. Our products are designed to withstand standard cleaning protocols.

Recommended:

quaternary ammonium compounds (QACs)
diluted acids (citric acid, vinegar, HCl <10%)
diluted alkalis (NaOH <20%, ammonia)
hydrogen peroxide (<30%)
alcohols (isopropanol 70%, ethanol)
standard detergents and soap cleaners

Use with caution:

concentrated bleaches (>10%)
organic solvents (acetone, toluene — rinse immediately)

Prohibited:

concentrated acids (>30% HCl, sulfuric acid)
strong solvents (gasoline, kerosene, paint thinners)

Recommendation: use standard sanitary products at recommended concentrations. Our urinals are compatible with ~95% of commercial cleaning agents.

The average installation time for Pi-Pi urinals is 15–30 minutes per unit when performed by a qualified installer. Our urinals for site cabins are designed for quick deployment.

Installation process:

Wall mounting: 2–4 screws/bolts into the wall or concrete (fasteners not included)
Drain connection: stepped outlet Ø24/32/40 mm connects to existing sewage pipe using a standard rubber adapter or connector
Trap: installation of a waterless trap is recommended for odor control
Waterless design: no connection to water supply required

For field sites: mobile installation of Pi-Pi urinals is possible without permanent fixing — placement on the floor or in a mobile cabin with connection to a holding tank or existing sewage.

Full installation instructions for Pi-Pi urinals (PDF) are available on each product page.

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