Craig Blackburn

Winters in Canada are among some of the harshest in the world! In Alberta, it is common to experience temperatures that average -14 degrees Celsius and an average snowfall of 6.86 cm a month. If you are working outdoors, these temperatures can prove to be problematic. It is important to prepare yourself as well as your worksite for the cold weather. Portable toilets are a must for many jobsites. Being proactive and putting in the work of preparation is key, so, let’s talk about some tips for winterizing your portable toilets.

Winterization Of Portable Toilets

Natural Solutions

Mother Nature can become a beast and present harsh winter conditions. Instead of only focusing on fighting the weather, though, consider ways that you can use the benefits of nature in order to create solutions for the location of your outdoor portable toilet. How can nature, or at least the outdoors, provide solutions?

Sun

Solar energy is an amazing resource! Try placing the portable toilet in direct sunlight in order to harness the warmth it can provide. If there is no location that can accommodate the crucial need for heat, you might consider a portable heater in the area where the outdoor portable toilet is located. It is important to be certain that these are turned off daily for safety purposes. Having set hours for a heater to be on/ off can create a routine that provides the necessary safety precautions for your environment.

Shelter

Use a structure- fence or building or even bushes- to create a barrier and decrease wind exposure which can quickly cause temperatures to drop even further. If there is no available structure, you may consider temporarily moving the portable toilet to a temporary indoor location, such as into a garage or shed.

Snow

As snow falls, it may begin to surround the base of the portable toilet. Be sure to clear snow from around the area in order to protect the temperature of the liquids and chemicals inside of the toilet. The addition of sandbags around the exterior base can also create a barrier of insulation that can assist in the prevention of freezing the toilet’s liquid.

Treatments

Just as in warmer seasons, your portable toilets will still need to be serviced to maintain healthy and sanitary conditions. In order to keep the toilets more equipped for the winter season, there are several options, dependent upon the temperature and availability.

Salty Brine

Just as with roads and being able to drive safely during wintery conditions, salt can be used in portable toilets. Salt reduces the freezing point for liquids. Adding a salty mixture to the liquid can help prevent solidification of the liquids up to (or down to) a certain point.

Antifreeze

Antifreeze can be mixed in with the deodorizing water that is placed in the tank. It works to keep the water liquid and unfrozen in colder climates. All the antifreeze products and other chemicals must be acceptable for disposal at local wastewater facilities.

Chloride Pellet Mix

One of the most effective ways to winterize an outdoor portable toilet is to add a chloride pellet into the toilet bowl solution. These pellets are able to act as insulation and can withstand temperatures as low as -31 degrees Celsius. While effective, the chloride pellet mix has a one-week lifespan, so be sure that you have requested services accordingly.

FenceLine Rentals Ltd

The friendly staff at FenceLine Rentals Ltd are based out of Edmonton and have served the Alberta area since 1998. At FenceLine Rentals Ltd, our portable toilets and services are available to help make your event or project the best experience possible for your guests or workers. We offer many portable services, including handwashing stations, portable toilet rentals, waste management, and temporary fence rentals and sales.

FenceLine Rentals Ltd. wants to help ensure that your location is ready for a team of workers or attendees. Our team of experts can help you make your next gathering or project the most successful! Please contact us at 780-720-6300 or look us up online at FenceLine Rentals Ltd. so that we may help you learn about the many options that we provide. We can’t wait to hear from you!

As with most things in life, successful events start with preparation! It truly pays to be organized and detailed in your preparations. Outdoor events are always exciting and deserve the attention to detail that any other event receives. Focusing on goals, objectives and timelines will help keep the end in mind and be ready by the time of your event date.

Successful Events Start with Fenceline Rentals

In planning, here are some important responsibilities to remember:

Event goals and objectives
Delegating individual roles and responsibilities
Assigning volunteers and providing volunteer training
Budget
Date of event
Event master plan
Event location

If your event is a festival, concert, or other community events, then these next items are also important to consider:

Event Branding
Speakers and special guests
Partnerships and sponsorships
Promotional, advertising, marketing, and publicity plan
Day-of processes
Vendor information

No matter if your event is private or public, some other key components to remember in preparing the logistics of outdoors include:

Fenceline Rentals Ltd is here to help you prepare for all your event needs! When it comes to outsourcing and delegating tasks for your event, the last thing you need is unreliable service and communication when preparing for your event. Since 1998, Fenceline Rentals Ltd has been committed to our customers and their needs. We have been told by our customers that we are reliable, affordable, and easy to communicate with. We are 100% committed to helping you plan and implement a successful event.

Temporary Fencing

As an event organizer, crowd control is more important now more than ever. Temporary fencing is an important tool in your management plan to ensure your event goes off without a hitch. Renting a fence is a cost-effective and easy solution to transform an open field into a highly organized space with designated entrances, exits, and event spaces. If you have multiple stages or performers scheduled, the fence helps section-off areas, maintain traffic flow, and prevent confusion among guests. Contact us today to learn how we can help. Our team will install the fencing at your location and ensure it is safe and secure before the event begins.

Fenceline Rentals Ltd offers versatile fencing solutions to accommodate any event and every budget.

Portable Toilets

When you’re hosting an event, you want your guests to feel comfortable, even when using the bathroom. For this reason, you can’t resort to subpar portable toilet options that are dirty or smelly. You need the freshest portable toilet rentals available in Edmonton, AB. Luckily FenceLine Rentals Ltd. has them. Our state-of-the-art rental options are outfitted with all the latest features for enhanced sanitation and convenience. We offer event-grade options, ensuring your level of luxury is always met. We’ll help you meet all health and safety standards required by the local regulations. Not to mention, our clean options will keep your attendees happy! Whether you are preparing for concerts, festivals, a wedding, or family reunions, FenceLine Rentals has a clean rental toilet for your event.

You don’t have to worry about guests complaining about the quality of our toilets. We will provide you with only the best rental options at affordable prices, so your event will stay on budget. If you’re planning an event, portable toilet rentals from FenceLine Rentals Ltd. are the right choice. We’ll even help you determine how many units you need with our portable toilet rental calculator.

Portable Hand Wash Stations

While every portable toilet unit is stocked with toilet paper and hand sanitizer, we even offer rentable hand washing stations for the ultimate in outdoor luxury.

A portable hand washing station offers many advantages when you don’t have traditional hand washing facilities in the vicinity. Hand washing stations provide a fast and easy way to sanitize your hands. They’re a visual reminder to sanitize and clean your hands, especially at events where there is food involved. Our hand washing stations are easy to clean and can contain all soap and hand towels in one wash station. These mobile hand washing stations include self-contained single basins and double basins with soaps and sanitizers.

We understand you may have questions about our portable handwashing stations, so our helpful team is here to answer them for you. We’ll help you find the best portable hand wash stations for your needs.

Waste Disposal

An extremely important detail to prioritize for your event must include you’re your guests and what attendees will do with their waste. Fenceline Rentals Ltd offers garbage bin rental, waste disposal, and recycle collection businesses servicing the Greater Edmonton Area. We’re easy to work with, have simple contracts, flexible service, and integrity in all we do. Ultimately, we save you time and money with your garbage bin rentals, waste disposal, and recycling collection needs.

Fenceline Rentals Ltd is here for you!

The rental experts at FenceLine Rental Ltd. help you keep your event safe, clean, and running like clockwork. We proudly provide dependable service for customers throughout the Greater Edmonton, AB Area, including temporary fence rentals, portable toilets, and waste management. We’re your one-stop rental company for weddings, reunions, festivals, and more. Give us a call today to speak with a member of our team about your rental needs. We’ll schedule service for your outdoor space and show you why customers choose us for rentals.

Preparing for outdoor events can be exciting! Whether you are planning for a special occasion or for the excitement and promise of a construction site, including outdoor toilets in your plan is essential to the success of your event or project!

All the logistics can become a bit overwhelming, so let us help! Here are 5 essential steps to keeping your portable toilets clean!

Be prepared for the number of people at your worksite or event.
Keep your portable toilet serviced
Maintain a sufficient supply of hygiene products.
Deodorize!
Be prepared for the weather!

Portable Toilets Rental in Edmonton

Be prepared for the number of people at your worksite or event!

Order enough units! Knowing the number of people needing to access as well as the duration of guests’ stay is critical to the success of the unit. They typical rule for the accommodations is that, for 4 hours, you need 1 portable toilet per 50 individuals. If there is food and/ or alcohol at the event, this number may need to increase slightly. Additionally, more portable toilets are needed if there are significantly more women than men and the total should increase by 10%-20%. If the portable toilets are being used for a work site, a good number is one toilet per 10 workers.

Keep your portable toilet serviced.

Bad smells in a portable toilet are a direct indication of the lack of cleanliness, health, and safety. Depending on the usage, a portable toilet should be cleaned once a week. A unit should be completely pumped and the hose should be all of the ways at the bottom and to the side in order to prevent debris from being sucked and clogged in the hose. When a portable toilet is cleaned, the septic tank is refilled with an additive that breaks down and cleans the waste. When cleaning, the door to the unit should be kept open, allowing the odors and air to circulate. Fresh air is also important to provide between cleanings. Cleaning surfaces (floors and other surfaces) with warm, soapy water with, perhaps, a pressure water gun removes the most germs. Routine cleaning and maintenance ensure the health, safety, and integrity of the toilet. The waste can be hazardous if not disposed of carefully and properly. Therefore, waste management should be performed by a certified and regulated company for the best maintenance and safety of the toilets.

Maintain a sufficient supply of hygiene products.

Don’t leave your frequenters guessing! Supply your units and help those in need fully supplied with resources of hygiene products. Handwashing stations, soap, paper towels, hand sanitizer, toilet paper, and disinfectant wipes are all fundamental in keeping portable toilets fully functioning. When your toilets are supplied and clear expectations are set, it is easier for those using it to fall in line and help with the basics.

Deodorize!

Cleaning portable toilets and keeping them supplied are important, but don’t forget that having products to control odors is also helpful. Most professionals rely on products with the deepest blue colors in them to control and mask odors and sights. These products should contain 4 main components: biocides, dyes, fragrances, and surfactants. Just like you, showering and scrubbing are crucial but deodorant is key for the in-between times!

Be prepared for the weather.

Everyone knows that portable toilets get a bad rap for having foul odors! This doesn’t have to be the case, though, if chemistry and some knowledge are involved in preparations! During the warmer seasons of the year, a portable toilet’s temperature can far exceed that of the outdoors. This is an excellent condition for growing bacteria. The right balance of chemicals can substantially reduce the unpleasant odors that are created. Likewise, in the extreme cold, the chemicals in the septic tank can freeze, creating unique and smelly challenges. Adding a salty brine will reduce the freezing point and allow the chemicals to perform more effectively.

Why Choose FenceLine Rentals Ltd

At FenceLine Rentals Ltd, our portable toilets and services are available to help make your event or project the best experience possible for your guests or workers. We offer many portable services, including handwashing stations, portable toilet rentals, waste management, and temporary fence rentals and sales.

FenceLine Rentals Ltd. wants to help ensure that your location is ready for a team of workers or attendees. Our friendly staff are based in Edmonton and have served the Alberta area since 1998.

Our team of experts can help you make your next gathering or project the most successful! Please contact us at 780-720-6300 or look us up online at FenceLine Rentals Ltd so that we may help you learn about the many options that we provide. We can’t wait to hear from you!

Portable toilets are a wonderful asset to an outdoor event. But, let’s face it, they can provide either a positive or not-so-positive experience depending on their conditions. As with most things in life, preparation is key!

When planning for an outdoor event, all the elements as well as traffic flow and the number of attendees should be carefully considered. The weather conditions alone can have a huge impact on the cleanliness and functionality of your portable toilets, particularly during festivals and races or other athletic events when guests are coming and going through potentially muddy areas. Windy conditions can also cause your portable toilets to become unsafe.

Don’t become bogged down with the weight of these decisions! We at FenceLine Rentals Ltd. have some suggestions for keeping your portable toilets clean and fully functional! Let’s explore ways that you can be ready to create the most positive portable toilet experience possible for your guests!

Management of your Portable Toilets
Essentials for Maintenance
Facts about Portable Toilets

Portable Toilets in Edmonton

Management of your Portable Toilets

Hard surfaces and flat spaces, such as parking lots, provide stability and mess-free areas that can reduce mud from being tracked in and causing slippery and dirty conditions. Additionally, it may be more possible to place portable toilets near a building or fence, which would provide a natural wind barrier and can prevent it from being blown over.

We realize that, while parking lots are ideal, they are not always convenient or available. If it is necessary to place portable toilets on the grass, gravel, or dirt area, there are a few other options as well. Portable toilets may be covered to block rain and strong winds, staked for security, or may use a special step platform with a rubber mat to prevent mud from entering the toilet cubical by allowing it to drain through the mat.

Knowing the number of people needing to access as well as the duration of guests’ stay is critical to the success of the unit. The typical rule for the accommodations is that, for 4 hours, you need 1 portable toilet per 50 individuals. If there is food and/ or alcohol at the event, this number may need to increase slightly. Additionally, more portable toilets are needed if there are significantly more women than men and the total should increase by 10%-20%.

If the portable toilets are being used for a work site, a good number is one toilet per 10 workers.

No matter the location or duration, preparing the space and knowing the number of people you will be serving is vital to the ease and success at which your portable toilets may be accessed and used.

Essentials for Maintenance

Bad smells in a portable toilet are a direct indication of the lack of cleanliness, health, and safety. Depending on the usage, a portable toilet should be cleaned once a week. A unit should be completely pumped, and the hose should be all of the ways at the bottom and to the side in order to prevent debris from being sucked and clogged in the hose. When a portable toilet is cleaned, the septic tank is refilled with an additive that breaks down and cleans the waste. When cleaning, the door to the unit should be kept open, allowing the odors and air to circulate. Fresh air is also important to provide between cleanings. Cleaning surfaces (floors and other surfaces) with warm, soapy water with, perhaps, a pressure water gun removes the most germs. Routine cleaning and maintenance ensure the health, safety, and integrity of the toilet. The waste can be hazardous if not disposed of carefully and properly. Therefore, waste management should be performed by a certified and regulated company for the best maintenance and safety of the toilets.

Facts about Portable Toilets

Flushable toilets were invented in 1596 but were not used until 1851. Portable toilets were not invented until the 1940s!
Portable toilets are actually safer than flushing toilets because flushing allows germs to become airborne, thus spreading diseases into the air.

Let FenceLine Rentals, Ltd. Help you with your Portable Toilet Needs

When plumbing solutions just aren’t feasible, our portable toilets are available to help make your event the best experience possible for your guests.

FenceLine Rentals Ltd. wants to help ensure that your location is ready for a team of workers or attendees. Our friendly staff are based in Edmonton and have served the Alberta area since 1998.

We offer many portable services, including handwashing stations, portable toilet rentals, waste management, and temporary fence rentals and sales.

What is a Handwashing Station?

Handwashing stations are quite an invention! A Handwashing station is a portable sink that can be easily delivered to any location in order to have a safe, efficient, and eco-friendly way to wash hands without even requiring plumbing.

For several years now our world and its communities have been isolated and cautious. As we begin to reenter our lives with attention to the requirement of a “new normal” after a pandemic, communities are starting to gather in large groups again. Concerts, school and sporting events, parties, festivals, and more are returning to the calendars and budgets for many people. However, health and safety are still a concern for us all, as they should be.

FenceLine Rentals Ltd. would like to help you with your event planning needs. Our team is here to help you think through the benefits of things, such as handwashing stations, and how they may provide the safest environment for your outdoor gatherings.

Portable Hand Wash Stations Rental in Edmonton

Many Advantages of Renting Handwashing Stations

Handwashing stations are an easy and efficient way to ensure that the guests at your event are doing as much as they can to maintain that clean hygiene that will prevent the spread of many germs as well as allergens.

Here are some benefits of handwashing:

Ensure Cleanliness and Comfort for all Guests
Easily Adaptable
Prevent Food Contamination
Give your event a good reputation
An eco-friendly way to sanitize

Ensure Cleanliness and Comfort for all Guests

Handwashing is one of the best ways to remove bacteria and avoid bacterial illnesses. It takes less than a minute but can deeply impact the overall health and hygiene of individuals and, especially, large crowds. Not only bacteria, but allergens are removed when washing hands. Did you know that in allergens, for example peanut butter, hand sanitizer does not remove the proteins that cause an allergic reaction? For the safety of all your guests, the ability to thoroughly wash hands can be a life-saving technique.

Handwashing should be a habit before and after eating, after using the toilet, after blowing your nose or coughing or sneezing, after touching or feeding animals (are you having a petting zoo at your event), and after touching garbage.

Easily Adaptable

Handwashing stations are highly versatile. These outdoor portable sinks have all the advantages of traditional sinks and more. They can be used in any outdoor event, festivals, parties, concerts, weddings, and even construction. It’s easy to find an outdoor sink that matches your needs. They are the perfect addition for any outdoor event, including. These stations allow attendees and workers to remain outdoors but have all the benefits of handwashing that is typically provided by indoor plumbing.

Prevent Food Contamination

Improper hand washing is one of the leading causes of food contamination at parties. The germs of one single person can impact many guests at your party or event. Proper handwashing means that those who have gathered can stay healthier throughout the event and even after.

Give your event a good reputation

Let’s face it. Portable toilets have a negative connotation because of their stereotypical smell. Do your part in changing the portable experience by bringing a portable handwashing station into the equation. A fresh and clean handwashing station (outside of a portable toilet) allows the space, smells, and complete scenario for providing that fresh, clean experience. Hand sanitizer may do some work to reduce the spread of germs, but nothing compares to handwashing!

Ecofriendly way to sanitize

Portable handwashing stations are designed with the environment in mind. They are durable, portable, and made from recyclable material. They protect and care for the environment by making more effective use of water. Portable sinks have their own tank, which allows them to be self-sufficient and work without connection to the sewage networks. Technicians empty these tanks and then transporting the waste to the nearest treatment plant for its correct treatment. It’s a win-win!

Let FenceLine Rentals, Ltd. Help you with your Handwash Station Needs

When plumbing solutions just aren’t feasible, our portable handwashing stations are here to help rescue you from germs and bacteria! Handwashing stations are effective, low-cost, and ecofriendly.

FenceLine Ltd. wants to help ensure that your location is ready for a team of workers or attendees. Our friendly staff have are based in Edmonton and have served the Alberta area since 1998.