SATO,
the social business part of the LIXIL Group, has just launched in the Philippines, bringing its innovative, aspirational and affordable
sanitation and hygiene products to consumers and institutions in rural and
peri-urban areas who need off-grid solutions. On May 17, 2023 at Okada
Manila, SATO introduced its product line to decision makers, business
leaders, and potential partners in the country.
The launch
coincides with the brand’s 10th anniversary and is aligned with SATO’s purpose
to empower people to have a better life, every day, and enjoy a brighter
future, through innovative sanitation and hygiene solutions. The launch in
Southeast Asia is another step towards achieving LIXIL’s goal to improve
the lives of 100 million people by 2025.
SATO’s sanitation
and hygiene products offer a practical and affordable solution to around 7
million Filipinos who still open defecate or use unimproved toilets. In
addition, more than 20 million people have inadequate hand washing facilities
at home, according to WHO/UNICEF Joint Monitoring Programme for Water Supply,
Sanitation and Hygiene (JMP).
The new range of
products will also be instrumental in supporting the country as the Philippine
government works to attain Zero Open Defecation (ZOD) status and achieve
universal access to safe and adequate sanitary facilities by 2028.
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SATO pan |
Durable,
affordable, water-saving and accessible, the SATO range is manufactured in the
Philippines by Manly Plastics, the largest provider of end-to-end plastic
solutions which has been operating in the country for more than 59 years. With
capabilities spanning from mold engineering to fabrication, mass production and
more, Manly, is a reputed and trusted name that has globally partnered with
companies to manufacture and supply plastic parts and products.
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SATO 915 (Stool and Universal I-Trap |
For SATO, Manly
will manufacture toilet solutions, including the SATO pan, stool, I-trap, and a
hand washing station, the SATO Tap that allows handwashing with as little as
100 ml of water. The toilet solutions feature the trap door technology
developed by SATO that reduces odor, keeps insects away and saves water, thus
delivering freshness, comfort, and safety to households and institutions that
do not have access to running water and sewer systems. The products can be used
in off-set settings or direct pits, to serve customers who want to build their
first toilet or improve an existing one.
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SATO Tap |
“The launch in the
Philippines is a proud moment for SATO and LIXIL as we serve more consumers and
institutions and expand our reach and impact into a new region. SATO solutions
are already making a difference in the life of millions across the world as the
brand works with partners who believe in our mission of sustainable and safely
managed sanitation and hygiene” - Says Suguru Sakata, Leader, Asia, SATO
Jonathan Co from
Manly elaborated about the partnership,
saying: “Simple solutions can create a large impact. We are thankful to LIXIL
for bringing SATO Toilet; this is a much needed hygiene solution for the
country, and at the same time, it will help the economy by choosing to
manufacture locally, creating jobs for our citizens. We are committed to
helping LIXIL make SATO toilet solutions a success in the Philippines. SATO is
a great example and that’s why we are proud to add this innovative and
affordable range of sanitation and hygiene solutions to Manly’s portfolio of
offerings to its many customers.”
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