Containerized Self-Service Laundry and Small Unit Shower in Operation Restore Democracy
Abstract
The Combat Service Support Battle Lab (CSSBL) sponsored a Battle Lab Warfighting Experiment (BLWE) in Haiti in November 1994. The BLWE was conducted by the Combined Arms Support Command (CASCOM) and the Natick Research, Development and Engineering Center. Equipment evaluated in the experiment included the Containerized Self-Service Laundry (CSSL), the Small Unit Shower (SUS) and the PACTO waterless latrine. The majority of the data was collected during the period 13-17 November 1994. The CSSL was used by 317 personnel who washed 472 loads of laundry. The number of hours per day the laundry was in operation ranged from 9.5 to 16.0 hrs. A total of 18,000 gal of water was used during this period. Additional data was collected after 17 Nov, but was not as accurate as that collected during the official period. The SUS was not operational until the final official day of the evaluation. Usage was erratic and proper data collection was unsuccessful. However, limited verbal feedback indicated the shower was reliable and provided consistent hot water and pressure. The PACTO latrine was primarily used by U.S. Marines. Data could not be collected, but feedback reflected positive customer acceptance.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 01, 1996
- Accession Number
- ADA353016
Entities
People
- Don Billoni
- Lawrence W. Poole
Organizations
- United States Army Soldier Systems Center