eRanger Ambulance

Target SDGs

Market Suggested Retail Price

$5,900.00

Target Users (Target Impact Group)

Public Sector Agencies

Distributors / Implementing Organizations

eRanger Ambulances are deployed with the help of NGOs and governments, such as UNICEF, USAID and JHPIEGO.

Competitive Landscape

Direct competitors include Zambulance and Namibian Bicycle Ambulance.

Manufacturing/Building Method

eRanger Ambulances are manufactured on-demand at the eRanger Production Company in South Africa. eRanger claims that each unit is constructed using jigs and appropriate manufacturing techniques to ensure they are finished to the same high standard. They source appropriate motorcycles, perform modifications, and manufacture all cycle equipment. Interview with manufacturer

Intellectural Property Type

Trademark

User Provision Model

Clinics and hospitals can procure the eRanger Ambulance directly from eRanger or via NGO programs by calling or emailing and expressing interest in a collaboration. eRanger will provide a quote based on requirements. Interview with representative

Distributions to Date Status

Over 2,000 Interview with representative

Design Specifications

The eRanger Ambulance is able to safely and comfortably carry one patient and an outreach medical worker, plus emergency supplies for on-site treatment. Every Ambulance has a specialist leading link front suspension system fitted as standard. The improved JH 200 L unit includes an electric start and an easy to maintain pushrod engine that delivers an improvement in engine torque over the older overhead cam engine The main feature of the Ambulance is the side-mounted stretcher, attached via metal-elastic mounts that, when combined with the sidecar's suspension, smooths the ride over rough terrain. The stretcher provides patient protection with additional “roof” bars and has multiple functions. When flat, a prone patient can be carried while protected by an all weather cover. It can also be converted into a suspended chair. In both positions there is storage space at the rear of the sidecar. The chair position is suitable for the walking wounded, sick and expectant mothers. Patient transfer is enabled with a hinged section allowing access to the stretcher's flat platform. Included with ambulance: stretcher, mattress, seat-belts, an extra fuel can, support jack, air compressor (electric), a backbox on the motorcycle (detachable), "decent" set of nonplastic spanners, spare cables, air filter, bulbs, 2 helmets, waterproof 2-piece suit, high visibility jerkin, spare tires, spare drive chain.Interview with manufacturer Dimensions (LxWxH): 2m x 1.6m x 1.6m Stretcher table dimensions (LxW): 1.9m x 0.65m

Product Schematics

Technical Support

Construction of eRanger is relatively low 'tech', allowing for easy repair. Each driver is trained at eRanger's college in Eastern Cape South Africa or in the field at the final destination. Training includes: Basic Control, Road Riding, Off-road riding, and Essential Maintenance.

Replacement Components

The motorcycle used is a Chinese design that eRanger modifies. All of the components of the motorcycle are generic and replaceable with local parts. ^{Interview with manufacturer}

Lifecycle

Expected lifespan of 8 years under normal circumstances. Currently, some ambulances are still running after 7 years of use. Lifespan is dependent upon quality of maintenance, temperament/attitude of the driver, and storage conditions. eRanger offers a 12 month, or 10000 Km warranty, whichever comes first. ^{Interview with manufacturer}

Manufacturer Specified Performance Parameters

eRanger aims to develop products designed specifically for the need of our customers, backed up by a comprehensive infrastructure of training, support and maintenance solutions.

Vetted Performance Status

Unknown

Safety

The ambulance is equipped with components to ensure the safety of the ride. These components include:

• Seat belt
• Extra fuel can
• Support Jack
• Air compressor (electric)
• Spare cables
• 2 helmets
• waterproof 2-piece suit
• Spare tires
• Spare drive chain.

Complementary Technical Systems

Stretcher, medical kits. eRanger also has a mobile clinic and mobile education.

Academic Research and References

Compliance with regulations

NATIS standards in South Africa. All motorcycles are made under ISO 9,000+. ^{Interview with manufacturer}

Evaluation methods

eRanger conducted prototyping in their office to determine a design. This design was then tested in South Africa. The South African government conducted destruction testing that included riding the ambulance until it broke, fixed it, then rode it again until it broke as a deterioration simulation.^{Interview with manufacturer}

Other Information

Extensive list of case studies of implemented ambulances. Informative videos of ambulance operation with in-ride footage