MTS DOMO-Systems

Target Users (Target Impact Group)

Distributors / Implementing Organizations

DOMO, Tundra, The Level Market

Manufacturing/Building Method

The DOMO systems come packed in two stackable boxes (measuring 1.2m x 0.8m x 0.3m each) with a gross weight of 140kg. It can be transported and set up in under 45 min by two untrained individuals. All tools needed are included in the toolbox. However, a stepladder is recommended.

Intellectural Property Type

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User Provision Model

Users can get the product online directly from the manufacturer or third party distributors such as Tundra and The Level Market.

Distributions to Date Status

There are DOMO systems currently being used as boarding schools and an orphanage in Nepal, shelters and protective rooms for women and children in Greece, and community spaces in refugee camps in Hamburg.

Design Specifications

The DOMO-Systems have three types of interchangeable shells of different material to switch according to need. There is a cotton shell for desert climates, a polyester and cotton shell for tropic weather and a polyester shell for winter. A solid shell is also under development, which would transform the unit into a more permanent shelter. The DOMO-system can be costumized to fit the needs of the client.
The DOMO comes in two transport boxes. The boxes can be used as a stepladder for installation. It weighs 131kg, and a 20ft container can fit 33, or in a 40ft container, 45 units.

Technical Support

Shelter can be installed by untrained individuals.

Replacement Components

The shells are interchangeable.

Lifecycle

The structure lasts 10 years.  The shell parts are interchangeable.

Manufacturer Specified Performance Parameters

The DOMO-System avoids "one size fits all" and so it seeks to adapt to individual and cultural needs, as well as climate and purposes. It is portable and does not require specialized training or tools to install.

Vetted Performance Status

It is currently going through tests for certification.

Safety

It is unknown as to whether sharp tools are needed to assemble the structure; some work is done from heights. There is no information available for combustibility/flame retardancy of materials.

Complementary Technical Systems

Sleeping mats and emergency flooring

Academic Research and References

Compliance with regulations

awaiting response from the manufacturer

Other Information

There are packages that include all items needed for a specific humanitarian purpose, such as emergency accommodation, field offices and base camps, child-friendly spaces, schools and community centers.

The DOMO systems can also be acquired for cottaging and other commercial reasons.