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Product Description
The Aquatainer 10 L Collapsible is a UV-stabilized and impact-resistant safe water container manufactured from food-grade low-density polyethylene without toxic elements. It comes with or without a spigot (or faucet).
Target SDGs
SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being
Market Suggested Retail Price
$2.00
Target Users (Target Impact Group)
Household
Distributors / Implementing Organizations
NRS Relief
Competitive Landscape
Direct competitors include Oxfam Bucket and CDC SWS Container.
Manufacturing/Building Method
This product is manufactured by NRS Relief at their production facility, H. Sheikh Noor-ud-Din & Sons, in Lahore, Pakistan.
Intellectural Property Type
Trade Secret
User Provision Model
NRS Relief is a product supplier to aid organizations. Organizations and individuals can also contact NRS Relief directly for quotes and procurement.
Distributions to Date Status
Between 2017 to 2020, it is estimated that over 100,000 water containers have been distributed by NRS Relief. Interview with Representatives in 2020
Container volume (L)
10 L
Integrated dispensing tap (yes/no)
Yes
Handle for carrying (yes/no)
Yes
Material
Low-density polyethylene (LDPE)
Design Specifications
The Aquatainer 10 L Collapsible is manufactured with food-grade LDPE (low-density polyethylene) and fitted with a built-in carrying handle and a removable cap for filling and discharge. It can withstand temperatures between -20 °C and +50 °C. It is impact-resistant, translucent, and UV-stabilized. Dimensions are as follows: Capacity: 10 L Weight: 180 – 230 g Average thickness: Minimum 30 mm Built-in handle: 90 x 30 mm Polyamide string: 1 mm diameter and 120 mm long
Product Schematics
Technical Support
Technical support is provided by the manufacturer.
Replacement Components
Not available
Lifecycle
Unknown
Manufacturer Specified Performance Parameters
Designer specified performance targets include: meeting ICRC/IFRC standards, portability and storage of clean drinking water, UV-stabilized, and impact-resistant.
Vetted Performance Status
Testing performed by the manufacturer to determine the product’s impact resistance through impact resistance/drop tests from a 2 m height without damage or leakage. To be accepted, the container must withstand a minimum of 3 drops. Additionally, the product is tested in independent laboratories for compliance with UNHCR and ICRC/IFRC standards. Interview with Representatives in 2020
Safety
No known safety hazards are related to this product.
Complementary Technical Systems
None
Academic Research and References
“Target region,” Nrsrelief.com. Available: https://www.nrsrelief.com/
N. R. S. Relief, “Our impact,” Nrsrelief.com, 16-May-2016. Available: https://www.nrsrelief.com/about-us/our-impact/
“Goal 6,” Sdgs.un.org. Available: https://sdgs.un.org/goals/goal6
“Aquatainer 10L Collapsible,” Nrsrelief.com. Available: https://www.nrsrelief.com/products/aquatainer-10-collapsible/
“Aquatainer 10L Collapsible,” Engineering For Change. Available: http://old.engineeringforchange.org/solutions/product/aquatainer-10l-collapsible/
“Contact manufacturer,” Nrsrelief.com. Available: https://www.nrsrelief.com/ouroffice/
“Embracing lean production to better serve vulnerable populations,” Nrsrelief.com. Available: https://www.nrsrelief.com/blog/embracing-lean-production-to-better-serve-vulnerable-populations/
Compliance with regulations
Manufactured from food grade materials without toxic elements according to EN 1186-3-9 standard. NRS Relief products comply with ISO standards: ISO 14000: 2004 Environmental Management ISO 9001: 2015 Quality Management, Sales, Business Development, Supply Chain Management, Warehousing, Relief Supplies SA 8000 - Certification - Social Accountability
Evaluation methods
The product is evaluated for impact resistance through impact/drop tests by the manufacturer.
Other Information
None
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In addition, the adherence to the USAID endorsed design principles is well noted.
Noel Wilson says:
Specs, schematics and Tech support section is great.
The ‘This keeps children learning’ section could be removed as it is a big assumption.
Anna Murray says:
This safe storage container has an integrated tap, handle for carrying, and is the
same typical size as most jerry cans used for drinking water in sub-Saharan
Africa. It is also manufactured in several countries, which supports local
economies and keeps shipping costs lower. While the small opening is
advantageous to prevent users from dipping hands or cups into the container, it
also makes it difficult to clean inside. Overall it seems like a well-designed safe
storage container.
– The “Competitive landscape” entry here is not the same as the other two water containers, which may have only listed jerrycans.
– “The Aquatainer improves access to clean water for low-income populations.” This is a bit of a bold statement. A container doesn’t really directly improve access to clean water. It helps maintain the quality of water during transport and storage.