Flooding in the United Kingdom Proving that We All Must Be Prepared for Such Disasters by Being Proactive, July 2007

Winnenden, July 2007 – Currently the United Kingdom is facing a crisis that has left them with limited water, electricity, and shelter. Although the authorities are doing a great job of using their resources to fight this catastrophe, there are still many locations where their needs simply can not be met. Although we know that the respective authorities will meet this crisis head on and that the UK will resurface successfully, we must look at this situation and know that preventative action with the correct products can limit the economical impact, and most importantly maintain the well being of the citizens during such a crisis. Kärcher Futuretech has created a portfolio that contains the products necessary for one to become prepared for such tragic events such as the one currently in the UK.

With Kärcher Futuretech's vast array of superior products it can be assured that the portfolio created for disaster relief contains only the best products. The portfolio begins with the HDS 1200 EK Mobile High Pressure Steam Jet Cleaner which can be used in a wide range of applications including disinfection and detoxification. The KFH 20/40 Field Heater which is a mobile heating system for any conditions, e.g. drying flooded rooms. The next product is the MPDS which is a multi-purpose decontamination system that can be used independently or as a component within a complex decontamination system. Following that product are the WTC 500 and WTC 1600 which are mobile drinking water purification units and mobile drinking water treatment systems respectively. Kärcher's Sanitary Trailer TRST 3-3 is a compact, highly mobile shower and toilet system. All of the products included in this portfolio, just as every product from Kärcher, are made with the utmost care and quality and will meet every requirement necessary. It is because of this that Kärcher is confident this portfolio will prepare anyone for unsuspecting catastrophes that may take place.

Details:

HDS 1200 EK

The HDS 1200 EK mobile high-pressure steam jet cleaner is a perfect solution as it can be used in a wide range of applications including disinfection and detoxification within civil defence applications.

• Additional kits for special applications are available, such as aircraft cleaning kits and tank degassing kits

• Used by more that 40 armed forces worldwide, including 12 NATO countries

• The self-sucking high pressure pump allows the water intake to take place from all sources, including salt water

• 4 operating modes: cold water, hot water, steam and hot steam mode

• Automatic protection against limescale formation

KFH 20/40

The KFH 20/40 Field heater is a mobile heating solution that can be used in (almost) any condition. The unit has been successfully tested in civil defence and disaster control missions already proving its worth.

• Operable from -32 °C to +49 °C

• Can heat tents, buildings, containers, and man other types of accommodations

• The integrated wheel kit allows the unit to be highly mobile

• Large variety of accessories are available including various hoses, room thermostat, and CO sensor

• Very quiet as it produces only 50 dB

MPDS

The multi-purpose decontamination system can be used effectively in both scenarios, either as a stand alone unit or as a component of a complex decontamination system.

• Operates in temperatures ranging from -30 °C to +60 °C

• Can be used in the following applications, material  decontamination,  decontamination, disinfection, decontamination of clothing and equipment, interior decontamination, terrain  decontamination, and personnel decontamination

• designed for the application of new developed decon foams and solutions

• Easily handled and transportable for rapid setup

WTC 500

The mobile drinking water purification unit uses modular reverse osmosis with a daily capacity of 15,000 litres.

• Both sea and brackish water can be desalinated to produce drinking water

• The unit is mounted on a single-axle trailer which allows for mobility through rough terrain as well providing protection from the weather.

• Easy operation while still providing the highest safety level

WTC 1600

The mobile drinking water treatment system uses modular reverse osmosis and has a capacity of 40,000 litres per day.

• The system reacts automatically to changes in essential constituents of the raw water

• Limited monitoring is needed from the operator due to the intelligence of the system

• Both a one-step and two-step filtration method can be used with this system depending on the decontamination level

• Both sea and brackish water can be desalinated to produce drinking water

Sanitary Trailer TRST 3-3

This compact, highly mobile shower and toilet system is constructed with a modular design which allows the unit to adapt exactly to your requirements.

• all washing, showering, and toilet areas are integrated on the trailer and are ready for use within a very short period of time

• A complete or partial tarpaulin can be provided for weather protection

• The unit can be made ready for transport easily

Kärcher Futuretech plans, develops and produces systems and devices that help to solve the problems of the future. Kärcher Futuretech Systems with their patented, forward-looking problem solutions are in daily use within more than 100 armed forces, civil defence and relief organisations all over the world.