Hyderabad Firm Develops "SnowTent" with 3-in-1 Heating System to Keep Indian Troops Warm in Sub-Zero High-Altitude Conditions

In a significant boost to India's self-reliance in defence technology, Hyderabad-based Enertech Engineering Private Limited has developed "SnowTent," an innovative shelter designed to protect Indian troops stationed in the extreme cold of high-altitude regions. This development comes as part of the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative, which emphasizes indigenous production and innovation.

SnowTent is equipped with a unique 3-in-1 kerosene heating system, ensuring a continuous and reliable source of warmth even in sub-zero temperatures. Furthermore, it incorporates a solar-powered electricity system, providing sustainable energy for lighting and other essential needs. This eco-friendly feature aligns with growing concerns about environmental responsibility in defence operations.

"SnowTent was entirely developed in Hyderabad," stated Avish Chandha, Director of Enertech Engineering, highlighting the company's commitment to homegrown innovation. Designed with portability in mind, the tent can be efficiently packed into three bags, facilitating easy transportation by helicopter to remote and challenging terrains.

Safety is paramount, and SnowTent addresses this with its 100% fire-retarded fabric, minimizing risks associated with heating within the tent. The integrated solar power system contributes not only to the tent's functionality but also to its overall sustainability.

The Border Roads Organization (BRO) has already procured a significant number of SnowTents, deploying them to provide improved living conditions for their personnel working on road construction projects in border areas. This adoption by the BRO underscores the tent's practical value and its potential to enhance the efficiency and well-being of troops operating in harsh environments.

SnowTent stands as a testament to Indian engineering and innovation, showcasing the country's growing capabilities in developing critical defence technologies. As India continues to strengthen its military presence in high-altitude regions, SnowTent is expected to play a crucial role in ensuring the comfort and safety of its soldiers.

 

[Aloo]

Why are these innovations never commercialized for huge foreign civilian market ? If these are soo good, they will surely find buyers.

 

[Kira]

Why are these innovations never commercialized for huge foreign civilian market ? If these are soo good, they will surely find buyers.

PSUs and Bureaucracy does not work that way, if it was the private sector, then they would have been commercialized long time ago, that is why the West is successful because of government spending on any R&D is always done with the participation of the private industry.

 

[RG]

I think India needs to improve the lot and facility for its soldiers using mobile/container home concepts, companies like Boxable etc have unique concepts. India should promote this kind of Pre built homes for masses and for armed forces then just tent. This fully functional tents should be deployed in route of harsh weather in Ladakh Himachal and other places.

 

[Sandeep]

While there is a need for these type of tents temporarily in some areas India should focus more on manufacturing pre fabricated structures which can be quickly built and assembled to house a squadron or any other number of troops. They can use PVC plastic or fibre glass which traps in warmth and it’s immune to the weather conditions of heavy rain, snow and heavy wind as they are much sturdier than using tents and lasts longer.

 

[ASHOK CARROL]

These tents must be set up in mobile metal containers covered with mud and grass and temperature control inside 20 ft containers which can be transported on trucks to places required on completion of work . Similarly mobile field kitchens , toilets warm heated water bathrooms with showers need to be provided.

 

[Vijay Ojha]

Already extreme cold region tents exists in defence supplies. We had developed these tents with complete indeginious raw materials along with DRDO lab long back in late 90's and the tents were inducted in defence forces for kargil region . The tents were suitable for -50degree Celsius and could withstand 185 km per hour wind velocity as claimed by DRDO lab. These tents are still being procured by MOD.