Tensile Fabric Medical Systems for the U.S. Army and Air Force
- January 10, 2016
- Category: Air Force, ARMY, Fabric Buildings, Medical and Health Care, Turnkey Facilities
An important aspect of an efficiently operating military basecamp is its medical treatment facilities.
It requires reliable, deployable medical facilities capable of supporting ill, injured, and wounded servicemen and women will require facilities that are sterile and equipped for a variety of medical needs.
In certain mission scenarios, the base is available for local civilian care, a more extensive structure or system will likely be required.
A Fast, Scalable Solution for Field Medical Facilities
One of the greatest challenges facing temporary basecamps to overcome is the construction time and complexity associated with building brick-and-mortar medical facilities. Traditional brick-and-mortar construction is often impractical in remote locations or rapidly changing operational environments.
Tensile fabric medical systems provide al alternative. These deployable structures can be quickly manufactured and installed within a couple of days of deployment.
Their modular design enables base camp planners to scale medical capacity up or down as mission requirement change, supporting a small aid station and a large field hospital configuration.
Engineered for Army and Air Force Requirements
Alaska Defense™ fabric buildings for military medical systems come in standard or custom sizing for a variety of field hospital configurations.
- U.S. Air Force medical systems from Alaska Defense have been modeled to satisfy requirements for EMEDS of Basic, +10 and +25 levels to support more deployed personnel.
- The U.S. Army uses Alaska Defense’s medical shelter systems for 84-bed and 168-bed combat support hospitals.
- COLPRO variants are available to support isolation requirement and biological protection.
These structures are designed to not only provide shelter, but also support different leves of medical care and all of the operational and mechanical needs to support a fully functioning, sterile environment for medical treatment and care. They are equipped with all of the internal systems, HVAC and environmental controls needed to provide this.
Key Technical Capabilities of Deployable Medical Shelter Systems
| Feature | Purpose | Characteristics |
|---|---|---|
| Power Generation & Distribution | Provide continuous and stable power supply | Operates up to 18 units per generator; 50/60 Hz configurations |
| Environmental Control Units (ECU) | Regulate temperature and air quality | Available in 2.5 to 10-ton models; designed for harsh environments |
| Plug-and-Play Lighting and Electrical Systems | Deliver reliable lighting and power | Single power source for multiple shelters |
| Billeting Shelters | Accommodate personnel | Customizable layouts, furniture, and privacy partitions |
| Dining Facility Options (DFACs) | Provide scalable meal preparation and dining areas | From compact, mobile Battle Kitchens to full-scale DFAC configurations |
| Shower and Latrine Facilities | Maintain sanitary conditions and personal hygiene | 4 to 10 person configurations with plumbing, ventilation, and lighting |
| Energy-Saving Solutions | Reduce power and energy consumption | EnerLayer® insulation and Solar Fly® reduce energy use by up to 33% |
For detailed specifications and configurations, please visit our Medical Shelter System page.
Built to Withstand Extreme Conditions
Medical facilities within military base camps must remain operational regardless of environmental conditions. These structures are extensively tested and proven to withstand:
- High winds
- Heavy snow loads
To request more information about custom and stockpiled tensile fabric medical systems for military applications, please contact us, or call +1-888-370-1800.