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Penal-Ware Toilets, Urinals & Combination Fixtures Specifications

bulletIs there an accessible pipe chase?
bulletIf yes, select a rear mounted fixture which is secured to the wall with anchor bolts through the wall.  You might consider the "SW" , wall sleeve option.
 
bulletNote: Make sure chase is accessible and large enough for maintenance.
 
bulletIf no accessible pipe chase is available, a front mounted fixture must be used. Look for fixtures with the "FA" option.  FA fixtures have the valves built into the cabinet.
 
bulletIs the fixture wall hung or does it rest on the floor?
 
bulletIs the flush valve connection on the back of the fixture or will it be on the top?
bulletA back supply fixture uses a concealed flush valve.
bulletA top supply fixture uses an exposed flush valve.
bulletIs the toilet seat to be integral with a high polished finish or is it a hinged plastic seat?
 
bulletIf the waste connection is to be made at the wall, can a plain end connection be made using an adapter coupling?
 
bulletIf the fixture is rear mounted and is being installed on a poured concrete or masonry wall, is security frame ("SW") desired?
 
bulletHot and cold water to the lavatory of single temp?
 
bulletIs a paper holder required?
 
bulletHow many fixtures will need to be ADA type?
 

Penal Ware Shower Fixture Specifications

bulletShower fixtures for penal use generally consist of a stainless steel wall plate with anchor rods securing it to the wall. Valves and piping are normally located within and behind the wall where the shower panel is mounted.
 
bulletMost commonly, a penal shower is served by a tempered water supply to a single pushbutton metering valve which the inmate can activate for a predetermined time by pushing the button. This is the most secure type of shower available for penal use.
bulletThis type shower requires an accessible pipe chase where the valve and piping can be serviced without entering the shower area.
 
bulletThere are some circumstances where an accessible pipe chase is not available and showers must be serviced from the shower room. Although these front accessible showers utilize tamper resistant screws.  Look for the "FA" option
 
bulletIs a recessed soap dish requires?  Suffix option "RD".
 
bulletADA requirements?
 

 

 

 

 

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