In the midst of ongoing conflict, Gaza faces critical challenges, including a severe shortage of hospitals. Responding swiftly to this urgent need, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), in collaboration with the Norwegian Red Cross and ten other Red Cross associations, has established a 60-bed field hospital in Rafah—the largest city in the Gaza Strip. Operational since May 9th, 2024, this mobile medical facility provides essential care for approximately 200 people daily.
LANCO and ROFI’s Shelter Solutions: A Perfect Fit
ROFI, a leading provider of emergency shelter solutions, has played a pivotal role in this humanitarian effort. ROFI is part of LANCO group of companies and is specialized in creating turnkey camp solutions for people living and working under difficult conditions, optimizing their work efficiency, comfort and safety. Their innovative tents—specifically the ALPHA aluminum frame tents and the RAPID high-pressure inflatable tents—have proven indispensable for the Gaza project. Here’s why we chose these specific shelters for the mission:
- RAPID High-Pressure Inflatable Tents
- Quick Setup: The RAPID tents feature an inflatable design with 8-bar high-pressure arches. Responders can swiftly deploy them, ensuring immediate shelter availability.
- Stability: Despite temperature fluctuations in Gaza city, the inflatable structure remains stable, providing a reliable refuge for medical operations.
- ALPHA Aluminum Frame Tents
- Field-Tested Comfort: ALPHA tents offer high comfort levels with minimal maintenance requirements. Their aluminum frame design ensures durability and ease of use.
- Modular Flexibility: ALPHA tents can be effortlessly divided into sections, creating treatment areas, administrative spaces, and functional zones within the field hospital.
Key Benefits for Emergency Response Situations
Both the RAPID and ALPHA systems excel in emergency scenarios. Here’s why they are the go-to choice for field operations:
- Rapid Deployment: When time is critical, these shelters can be set up swiftly, allowing medical teams to focus on patient care.
- Temperature Resilience: Unaffected by temperature variations, these tents remain reliable in any climate.
- Portability: Lightweight and easy to transport, they can be quickly relocated as needed.
- Tool-Free Setup: No specialized tools are required, streamlining the deployment process.
- Integrated Flooring: The PVC flooring protects against surface water and keeps out reptiles and bugs.
- Natural Ventilation: Cotton-polyester side walls and gables ensure proper airflow, maintaining a comfortable environment.
A Global Impact
LANCO’s commitment to humanitarian projects extends worldwide. Seeing their shelters come to life in crisis zones reaffirms their mission: providing essential protection and dignity to those in need. Our ALPHA and RAPID shelters exemplify the power of innovation and compassion, bridging gaps in healthcare infrastructure during times of crisis.
Our turnkey field hospital solutions have proven their mettle in challenging missions around the world, from Haiti and Turkey in the aftermath of the devastating earthquakes that happened there, to Germany and United Arab Emirates. Are you looking for modular, rapidly deployable field hospitals? Learn more about LANCO and ROFI and contact us today! Our engineering team will asisst you throughout the process, ensuring that you receive the most appropiate solution for your needs.
