As much as we hate to admit it, porta-johns aren’t exactly five-star spas. But hey, when nature calls at an outdoor event, festival, construction site, or farmer’s market, the port-a-potty is there to save the day! At American Sanican, we pride ourselves on providing clean and reliable portable restrooms. But as a porta-potty user, there are a few things that you can do to keep our portable toilets fresh and clean for the next user. Porta-John Etiquette: Do’s Be Prepared: Although all of our porta-potties come equipped with hand sanitizer and some are even coupled with wash stations, it’s nev ..read more

Whoever said April showers, bring May flowers was undoubtedly talking about Portland. Yes, we still get a lot of rain in the spring, but boy, does the city bloom over the next few months. Unlike in other parts of the country, our rain showers tend to be lighter and shorter and shouldn’t hamper your Portland plans. Leave the umbrella at home and pack a rain jacket and hoodie, and you’ll be good to go for all these fun April festivals and local events. When visiting Portland this spring, here are a few things you should check out: Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival Through May 5 | www.woodenshoe.com No ..read more

From project planning to execution, the success of a construction site hinges on the efficiency and support services in place. One often overlooked yet critical aspect is sanitation. When it comes to providing portable restrooms for your construction site, the decision between local porta-potty operators and national agencies is crucial. There are numerous reasons why a local provider is the best choice for your construction project in Oregon or Washington. Faster Response Times Local porta-potty operators are just around the corner, ready to respond swiftly to your needs. Whether you require ..read more

A construction site is a beehive of activity, with workers, machinery, and materials all interplaying to build something new and exciting. Amidst this bustle, one aspect that often gets overlooked is the provision of adequate restroom facilities. However, the role of a clean, hygienic, and easily accessible restroom in ensuring the safety, productivity, and morale of site workers cannot be overstated. This is where portable toilets come into the picture. Our portable toilets are a perfect solution for construction sites, offering an affordable, hygienic, and durable option. Not only are they c ..read more

Portable restrooms, porta-potties, and porta-johns (different names for the same thing!) are versatile and necessary in locations and situations where traditional restroom facilities are unavailable or impractical. Here are some everyday situations that may require portable restrooms: 1. Festivals Whether it’s a music festival, food festival, or cultural festival if the event is outdoors (and sometimes even indoors!), there’s a good chance there won’t be enough restrooms for everyone. Check out our porta-potty calculator to ensure you have enough rentals for your festival. 2. Sporting Events L ..read more

Although the year is winding down, the race calendar isn’t! Here’s a list of Portland marathons, fun runs, and road races for newbies and seasoned pros to check out this fall and winter. Stub Stewart Trail Challenge | Marion County, Oregon October 22, 2023 Calling all adventurers! The Stub Stewart Trail Challenge is a magical journey through the heart of Silver Falls State Park. Lace-up your shoes and prepare to be enchanted by stunning waterfalls, whispering forests, and meadows filled with wildflowers. Whether you’re a seasoned trail runner or just starting out, there’s a distance for e ..read more

Portable toilets provide sanitation solutions at outdoor events and construction sites. However, ensuring these facilities’ safety, especially when placed in high-traffic areas or used at night, is important. Porta-potties are often the target of vandals and other no-gooders. Here are some tips to keep portable toilets safe throughout your rental experience. Provide Adequate Lighting One of the fundamental factors in ensuring the safety of portable toilets at night or in high-traffic areas is proper lighting. Insufficient lighting can create an unsafe environment. Consider: Illuminated Pathw ..read more

Wildfires. Hurricanes. Tornadoes. Floods. The immediate concern in natural disasters and emergencies is always safety and survival. Yet, portable toilets play a crucial but often overlooked aspect of disaster relief that plays a significant role in maintaining public health and personal dignity. While porta-potties might not be the first thing that comes to mind in disaster scenarios, their role in disaster relief efforts is undeniable. Effective disaster response requires the seamless coordination of various relief efforts. Portable toilets provide relief workers with a convenient solution fo ..read more

Sure, we provide portable restrooms and porta-potties to festivals, races, and events throughout Portland and Vancouver, but it’s not all business here at Sanican; we love attending festivals too! And although all the sales flyers will have you thinking the summer is over and it’s back to school season, there’s still quite a bit of summer left! Here are some of our favorite festivals still happening this summer: Hawthorne Street Fair August 27, 2023 www.hawthorneblvd.com   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by HBBA Portland, OR (@hawthorneblvd_pdx) 2023 marks the 40th an ..read more

One thing that is synonymous with the Pacific Northwest is fantastic coffee. Portland is on everyone’s list of the best coffee cities in the world, and we couldn’t agree more. Portland’s coffee scene constantly evolves, with new coffee shops, roasters, and brewing methods emerging daily. Some say that Portland has the most coffee businesses per capita, but according to one source, that title goes to our sister across the Willamette. Vancouver, Washington, is ranked #2 in the country, with one coffee business per 2,224 people. Portland is one business per 2,322 people, but with 641,000 people l ..read more