Thetford is a company that specializes in developing and manufacturing mobile sanitation solutions such as portable toilets, waste tanks, and chemicals for recreational vehicles, boats, and camping.
Thetford was founded in 1963 in the Netherlands.
In 1972, they established a manufacturing facility in North America.
In 1998, Thetford launched its first fresh waste tank additive.
In 2007, Thetford acquired Norcold, giving them access to a range of refrigeration products.
In 2015, they launched the first toilet in the world that could be installed in any orientation.
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Thetford EU is a division of Thetford Corporation that produces mobile sanitation solutions exclusively for the European market.
Thetford's Porta Potti is a portable toilet that operates without a connection to a fixed sewage system. It is ideal for use in recreational vehicles, boats, and camping.
Aqua-Kem is a line of waste tank additives that help to break down and liquefy waste in mobile sanitation systems, thereby reducing the risk of clogs and odors.
Thetford's Cassette Toilet is a toilet system that combines a flush toilet with a removable waste tank, making it easy to dispose of waste in locations where traditional sewer connections are not available.
A cassette toilet has a removable waste tank, while a portable toilet does not. This makes a cassette toilet more convenient to use as the waste tank can be easily disposed of in locations where traditional sewage connections are not available.
Thetford recommends using their Aqua-Clean and Aqua Rinse products to clean and maintain your Porta Potti. It is also important to empty and rinse the waste tank regularly to prevent the buildup of odors and bacteria.
No, Thetford recommends using their own brand of chemicals, as other types of chemicals may damage the toilet's seals and components.
The length of time that a waste tank additive lasts depends on various factors such as temperature, usage, and tank size. Thetford's Aqua-Kem products are typically effective for up to 7 days.
No, Thetford recommends using different types of waste tank additives for grey and black water tanks, as they have different compositions and require different treatment.
