Blue FEMA-Spec’d Tarps

Reltex

Blue FEMA-Spec’d Tarps are designed for temporary human shelter and emergency roof sheeting.

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Product description Brand name and product description

Blue FEMA-Spec’d Tarps designed by Reltex are made with polyethylene and designed for temporary human shelter and emergency roof sheeting. The tarps are manufactured to the standards and specifications established by the International Technical Committee (ITC), a consortium made up of members from the UNHCR, UNICEF, ICRC, IFRC, OXFAM, MSF and other NGOs.

Target region(s) Target region for distribution/implementation (listed by country if specified)

Worldwide

Distributors/implementing organizations Organization(s) distributing/deploying this product directly to communities/individuals?"

UNHCR

Market suggested retail price Price per unit or service price per usage/terms (USD). Subsidies noted.

Unknown

Competitive landscape Similar products available on the market. May not be a comprehensive listing.

InterShelter

SDG targeted United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) targeted with this product/application/service

Goal 3: Good health and well-being

Target user(s) Target user/consumer base (country, income segment)

Communities affected by natural disasters

Manufacturing/building method(s) Detail regarding solution production or construction method (instructions, mass production capacity, custom made,etc...)

To produce the taps high-density polyethylene black fiber fabric is woven and laminated on both sides with low-density coating.

Product Intellectual Property Open source/IP protected (note patent)/trade secret/other?

Trademarked

User Provision Model Where can the product be purchased/acquired by end users?

Users can obtain the product from Reltex.

Distribution to date Number of units that have been deployed, downloads or users to date

Unknown

Fields marked are sourced values that have been evaluated by the manufacturer or a third party, all others are design specifications.

Intended number of occupants (#)

Number of individuals. 1 family = 5 persons

N/A

Speed of assembly

Number of hours from deployment to completion

N/A

Footprint area (m²)

6.1 x 7.6 m²

Internal volume (m³)

Internal volume

N/A

Material composition

Main material used

Woven polyethylene

Lifespan (years)

Intended number of years

5 years

Flammable Flash Point Temperature (°C)

Combustion temperature

115 °C

Maximum snow load (kg/m²)

As calculated by manufacturer

N/A

Maximum wind speed (km/h)

As calculated by manufacturer

N/A

Thermal insulating capacity (m²*K/W)

Composite estimated R-value

Suitable climates

List of suitable climates for use of this components

Designed for long outdoor use in all climates

Design specifications Component and Operation overview including power, portability, facility requirements, preventative maintenance and user training requirements

Blue FEMA-Spec’d Tarps is packaged in a cardboard box with two 30.5 m lengths of 250 kg test parachute cord. The size is 0.5 m x 0.635 m, the weight is 3.2 kg, the packaged size is 61.0 x 45.7 x 7.6 cm³, the material is woven polyethylene 8 x 8, 800 Denier, the thickness: 0.127 mm, and the edging: Non-corrosive grommets at corners and minimum of 7.2 cm on center on edges.

Product schematics Design and assembly illustrations

Technical support Technical support provided by

Provided by the manufacturer

Replacement components Availability of replacement components (in-country, by order,...)

N/A

Lifecycle Disposal and warranty

Tested up to 3 years

Manufacturer specified performance targets Designer / Manufacturer specified targets

Fire retardant, waterproof, rotproof and UV-resistant

Vetted performance Findings of manufacturer evaluations or independent testing centers

Unknown

Testing organizations Independent lab, academic research centers, etc.

International Technical Committee (ITC)

Safety Potential hazards / risks related to operation of this product

N/A

Complementary technical systems Performance of this product is improved with another technology (eg. Cookstoves and Wind-blocking skirts)

None

Academic research Academic research related to the product (e.g. published papers in peer-reviewed journals)

None

Compliance with regulations Product certifications and standards referenced by designer/manufacturer

Reltex was actively involved in the design and implementation of the new UN specified plastic sheeting as validated by the International Technical Committee (ITC). The ITC consists of members from the UNHCR, IFRC, ICRC, Oxfam, UNICEF, MSF, CARE and Concern.

Evaluation methods Evaluation methods/protocols/guidelines referenced by designer or manufacturer.

UV resistance: 80% after 200 he per ASTM D7238-06
Fire retardant: IAW Class ASTM E84-11 Standard

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None

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Product description Brand name and product description

Target region(s) Target region for distribution/implementation (listed by country if specified)

Worldwide

Distributors/implementing organizations Organization(s) distributing/deploying this product directly to communities/individuals?"

UNHCR

Market suggested retail price Price per unit or service price per usage/terms (USD). Subsidies noted.

Unknown

Competitive landscape Similar products available on the market. May not be a comprehensive listing.

InterShelter

SDG targeted United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) targeted with this product/application/service

Goal 3: Good health and well-being

Target user(s) Target user/consumer base (country, income segment)

Communities affected by natural disasters

Manufacturing & delivery

Manufacturing/building method(s) Detail regarding solution production or construction method (instructions, mass production capacity, custom made,etc...)

To produce the taps high-density polyethylene black fiber fabric is woven and laminated on both sides with low-density coating.

Product Intellectual Property Open source/IP protected (note patent)/trade secret/other?

Trademarked

User Provision Model Where can the product be purchased/acquired by end users?

Users can obtain the product from Reltex.

Distribution to date Number of units that have been deployed, downloads or users to date

Unknown

Performance & use

Fields marked are sourced values that have been evaluated by the manufacturer or a third party, all others are design specifications.

Intended number of occupants (#)

Number of individuals. 1 family = 5 persons

N/A

Speed of assembly

Number of hours from deployment to completion

N/A

Footprint area (m²)

6.1 x 7.6 m²

Internal volume (m³)

Internal volume

N/A

Material composition

Main material used

Woven polyethylene

Lifespan (years)

Intended number of years

5 years

Flammable Flash Point Temperature (°C)

Combustion temperature

115 °C

Maximum snow load (kg/m²)

As calculated by manufacturer

N/A

Maximum wind speed (km/h)

As calculated by manufacturer

N/A

Thermal insulating capacity (m²*K/W)

Composite estimated R-value

Suitable climates

List of suitable climates for use of this components

Designed for long outdoor use in all climates

Design specifications Component and Operation overview including power, portability, facility requirements, preventative maintenance and user training requirements

Product schematics Design and assembly illustrations

Technical support Technical support provided by

Provided by the manufacturer

Replacement components Availability of replacement components (in-country, by order,...)

N/A

Lifecycle Disposal and warranty

Tested up to 3 years

Manufacturer specified performance targets Designer / Manufacturer specified targets

Fire retardant, waterproof, rotproof and UV-resistant

Vetted performance Findings of manufacturer evaluations or independent testing centers

Unknown

Testing organizations Independent lab, academic research centers, etc.

International Technical Committee (ITC)

Safety Potential hazards / risks related to operation of this product

N/A

Complementary technical systems Performance of this product is improved with another technology (eg. Cookstoves and Wind-blocking skirts)

None

Research & standards

Academic research Academic research related to the product (e.g. published papers in peer-reviewed journals)

None

Compliance with regulations Product certifications and standards referenced by designer/manufacturer

Evaluation methods Evaluation methods/protocols/guidelines referenced by designer or manufacturer.

UV resistance: 80% after 200 he per ASTM D7238-06
Fire retardant: IAW Class ASTM E84-11 Standard

Other information

None

Feedback

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Blue FEMA-Spec’d Tarps

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