Poland: 25 inflatable tents for first aid and mobile field hospitals, for emergencies and care

For the companies CWR INVEST Spółka / Win solution, based in Poland, we designed and manufactured 2 batches of inflatable PMA (Advanced Medical Post) tents.

These are inflatable shelters for first aid posts or field hospitals, in 2 versions of different dimensions or surfaces.

Recently, a batch of 25 air-lock medical inflatable tent kits was delivered to our Polish friends.

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Advanced Medical Post (PMA) tents are inflatable structures with airtight tubes, designed for rapid deployment in relief operations, temporary medical devices or emergency situations.

They are intended to be installed by trained personnel, under the responsibility of the operating authorities or services.

Technical specifications of inflatable PMA (Advanced Medical Post) tents, first aid

Structure

• Load-bearing structure made of airtight inflatable tubes
• Inflation via Boston ¼ turn valves
• Presence of integrated pressure relief valves

Materials

• Carrier strips: 0.6 mm PVC
• Roofing: 0.45 mm PVC
• Floor: 0.45 mm PVC, detachable with Velcro system
• Fire reaction classification: M2

Access and equipment

• 1 front door
• 1 rear door
• Windows equipped with: Integrated mosquito net

Flexible PVC roller shutter

• Cable glands positioned at the four corners
• Anchor points via D-rings/metal eyelets

Doors and windows

• The front and rear doors allow the movement of people and equipment
• The windows can be: Used as mosquito nets or Fully opened by rolling up the PVC shutter
• Cable glands allow for the secure passage of cables or technical conduits.

General safety instructions

• The installation and use of the tent are the responsibility of the operator.
• The tent must not be set up on ground with rough edges, sharp objects or punctures.
• Never overinflate the structure.
• The tent should not be set up in winds exceeding 60 km/h.
• In strong wind conditions, additional anchoring via the roof is mandatory; testing is required.

Prerequisites for installation

• Flat, clean and unobstructed site
• Floor cleared of all sharp objects
• Checking the tent’s integrity before deployment
• Minimum number of people required: 2

Installation – Ground Deployment

• 1. Take the tent out of its carrying bag
• 2. Place the tent on the prepared ground
• 3. Unroll the main roll
• 4. Unfold the left and right sides successively to fully open the structure
• 5. Locate the Boston inflation valves

Airtight inflation

• Connect the inflator to the Boston valve
• Proceed with the gradual inflation of the structure
• Monitor the pressure increase in the air springs
• Pressure relief valves provide safety in case of excessive pressure
• Average inflation time: approximately 15 minutes

Important  : never force inflation beyond the correct shaping of the structure.

Post-inflation checks

• Visual check of overall stability
• Checking that the valves are properly closed
• Ground anchor control
• Checking the correct positioning of doors, windows and sleeves

Anchoring and stabilization

Normal conditions

• Ground anchoring via D-rings/metal eyelets
• Use of suitable straps or ropes (not supplied)

Strong wind conditions

• Mandatory installation of a rope passing completely through the tent via the roof
• Tensioning the rope on each side of the structure
• Regularly check the tension and anchor points

Deflation and disassembly

• 1. Open the inflation valves
• 2. If possible, use the inflator in suction mode to completely remove the air.
• 3. Wait for the structure to completely collapse
• 12. Folding and storage method
• 1. Fold the long sides towards the center (wallet fold) in two steps
• 2. Roll the tent up towards the bag
• 3. Straighten the resulting roll
• 4. Cover the roll with the carrying bag, from top to bottom

Storage and preservation

• Store the tent clean and completely dry
• If dismantling in the rain or in damp conditions: Unfold the tent, inflate it in a shed or covered area, and allow it to dry completely before storing.
• Store away from rodents and sharp objects

Routine maintenance

• Visual inspection before and after each use
• Clean with clean water (without solvents or harsh products)
• Regular inspection of valves and welds

Repair and incident management

Small perforation

• Locate the leak precisely
• Deflate the tent completely
• Apply a patch using the glue provided in the repair kit.
• Allow a minimum drying time of 24 hours before reinflating.

Significant tear

• Repair possible by hot welding (similar to a swimming pool liner repair process)
• Recommended application: One patch inside, one patch outside

Disinfection of inflatable PMA tents:

• You can use conventional cleaning products, based on soaps, alcohol, or acetone.
• Disinfectant aerosol sprays: we recommend WYRITOL bactericidal and antiviral disinfectant sprays   (currently used for disinfecting our first aid and PMA tents, notably by the  French Red Cross  and  Civil Protection ). You must verify their antiviral and antibacterial properties.
• Chlorinated products will tend to yellow transparent PVC or TPU (no chlorine or bleach).

10 inflatable first aid tents, dimensions L = 7 m x W = 5.3 m, S = 37 m², sealed air, 0.6 mm single-layer PVC envelope, welded seams, removable groundsheet

BAT, approved for printing, 3D models validated by the client: 

Results, photos of details and finishes:

15 inflatable first aid tents, dimensions L = 5.2 m x W = 5.2 m, S = 27 m², sealed air, 0.6 mm single-layer PVC envelope, welded seams, removable groundsheet

BAT, approved for printing, 3D models validated by the client:

Shipment of 25 inflatable PMA (Advanced Medical Posts) tents, field hospitals to Poland

We deliver inflatable shelters and tents for industrial and construction sites in the following territories:

• Metropolitan France,
• French overseas departments and territories:  Martinique, Guadeloupe, Réunion, Mayotte, New Caledonia, French Guiana,…
• Europe: Luxembourg, Belgium, Switzerland, Monaco,…
• Francophone Africa:  Morocco, Tunisia, Algeria, Senegal, Ivory Coast, Madagascar,…
• Worldwide delivery available upon request.

Why don’t we offer  OXFORD fabric  for our shelters?

• We do not offer inflatable tents made of  Oxford canvas, as  the quality of this material is insufficient and unsuitable for the needs required on swimming pool construction sites.
• Under these working and construction conditions,  Oxford fabric is  too fragile and offers no resistance to abrasion and repeated use. That’s why our tents for pool installers are always made with 0.45 mm and 0.60 mm PVC casing.
• Too many problems caused by this  Oxford fabric design  (tears, abrasions, etc.). Many repairs and returns for after-sales service.

To request a quote and present your custom manufacturing project for industrial inflatable tents, we suggest you send us an email directly to  contact@flypix.fr , or call us on  +33 (0)5 62 07 21 66 .