# 1:
Waterless Laundry System
General
Description of Need:
The Army requires a lightweight, portable, waterless laundry system to enable the cleaning of clothing and uniform items at austere field locations where regular water supplies are either unavailable or represent a force protection hazard. The device would support combat outposts of platoon- and company-size (20-120 soldiers). Desired characteristics include:
Desired Performance Goals:
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Waterless wash (Threshold); Wash
& dry (Objective)
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If chemical, chemical must be non-flammable and
recyclable/reusable
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Able to wash 4 sets ACUs (T) 20 lbs mixed
clothing (O) per load
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Air transportable by CH47 (T) UH60 (O)
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Man-portable: 12-man lift with lift points (T)
4-man lift (O)
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Operate in 20 to 100 degree F conditions, at
altitudes up to 12000 feet
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Able to operate from military power generation
systems
Note : Mentors will be available to provide guidance on technical performance requirements and on military performance specifications.
