Market Suggested Retail Price
$10.00
Target Users (Target Impact Group)
Household, Community
Distributors / Implementing Organizations
Lumkani is both the manufacturer and distributor. The company is currently seeking investment capital to expand distribution.
Regions
Africa
Countries
Kenya, Namibia, South Africa
Manufacturing/Building Method
Units are manufactured in South Africa.
Intellectural Property Type
Select Type
User Provision Model
Lumkani is both the manufacturer and distributor. For more information or to place an order, you can contact the company directly.
Distributions to Date Status
Lumkani has distributed roughly 7,000 units, and they are looking to expand into new markets in Africa (Kenya, Namibia, etc)
Communication protocol used
Wi-Fi.
Telecommunication service required (Y/N)
No. Although the next iteration of the product will be SMS enabled so SMS service would be required.
Remote system diagnostics (Y/N)
No.
Sensors used (Y/N)
Yes. Heat Sensors.
Mobile money access (Y/N)
No.
Payment structure (Mobile money, Cable, bluetooth or keypad)
No.
Power requirements
Battery Power.
Design Specifications
The unit should be placed in the kitchen or other fire-vulnerable living spaces. It should be affixed high on the wall, though within reach for occasional changing of the battery.
The alarm unit is activated through a heat sensor (as opposed to a smoke detector), making it more appropriate for homes where fire is commonly used. The alarm then activates neighboring devices, providing a real time community warning system.
Product Schematics
Technical Support
Beyond regular changing of the battery (the need for which is indicated with a light on the unit), minimal maintenance is required. Where technical support is necessary, the manufacturer provides assistance.
Replacement Components
None. Residents must replace battery as needed.
Lifecycle
Unknown. There are no guidelines for disposal of the unit.
Manufacturer Specified Performance Parameters
Unknown.
Vetted Performance Status
Unknown.
Safety
Follow the installation instructions.
Complementary Technical Systems
None. Lumkani is also working on a model for financial models like fire insurance in informal settlements.
Academic Research and References
“Homepage.” n.d. Lumkani.Com. Accessed June 26, 2024. https://lumkani.com/
“Goal 10.” n.d. Sdgs.Un.Org. Accessed June 26, 2024. https://sdgs.un.org/goals/goal10
“Goal 11.” n.d. Sdgs.Un.Org. Accessed June 26, 2024. https://sdgs.un.org/goals/goal11
The Tech Interactive. 2015. “The Tech Awards 2015 Laureate: Lumkani.” Youtube. November 12, 2015. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1eIFpHAxhWc
Compliance with regulations
Testing has been completed with the South African Bureau of Standards.
Evaluation methods
Initial tests were done throughout the design process by the manufacturer.
Other Information
Lumkani is also working on a model for fire insurance in informal settlements. For more information on the product installation and specification go here
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