Shelter matrix

Selecting the best mode of sheltering in any emergency is of critical importance. Not only to protect and preserve the dignity of the beneficiaries, but also to ensure the allocated funds are spent optimally and the most durable solutions are deployed.

Overview of shelter solutions

Our Shelter Matrix presents a quick overview of the various shelter solutions and the modes of application. In particular, our multipurpose tents and mobile storage units offer a wide range of different set-ups, as well as optional accessories suitable to any climate or landscape. This matrix allows humanitarian decision makers to procure the most fit-for-purpose solution.

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PE – Polyethelene, PC – Poly Cotton, Alu – Aluminum, PES – Polyester, PVC – Polyvinyl chloride

Family Tents – Standard / Size / Fire retardant / Material / Shape / Liner

Geo Home

Basics
Standard:	ICRC/IFRC/IOM
Size:	24 sqm
Fire retardant:	Yes
Material (Skin/Frame):	PE/Alu
Tent style:	Dome
Inner liner:	Optional

Applications
Accommodation:	Very suitable

Options
Soft floor:	Very suitable (Standard)
Partitions:	Very suitable (Standard)
PES liner:	Very suitable

Accessories
Heating:	Very suitable

Basics
Standard:	UNHCR
Size:	23 sqm
Fire retardant:	Yes
Material (Skin/Frame):	PC/Steel
Tent style:	Ridge
Inner liner:	Standard

Basics
Standard:	ICRC/IFRC
Size:	23 sqm
Fire retardant:	No
Material (Skin/Frame):	PC/Steel
Tent style:	Ridge
Inner liner:	Standard

Basics
Standard:	DFID/Save The Children
Size:	23 sqm
Fire retardant:	Yes
Material (Skin/Frame):	PC/Steel
Tent style:	Ridge
Inner liner:	Standard

Basic
Standard:	DFID
Size:	16 sqm
Fire retardant:	Yes
Material (Skin/Frame):	PC/Steel
Tent style:	Ridge
Inner liner:	N/A

Basics
Standard:	UNICEF
Size:	24 sqm
Fire retardant:	Yes
Material (Skin/Frame):	PVC/Alu
Tent style:	House
Inner liner:	Standard

Accessories
Lights:	Very suitable
Furniture:	Very suitable
Bed/cots:	Very suitable

Basic
Standard:	IFRC
Size:	27.5 sqm
Fire retardant:	No
Materials (Skin/Frame):	PC/Alu
Tent Style:	House
Inner liner:	–

Applications
Storage:	Very suitable
Workshop:	Very suitable

Basic
Standard:	MSF
Size:	30 sqm
Fire retardant:	Yes
Material (Skin/Frame):	PES/Alu
Tent style:	House
Inner liner:	Standard

Basic
Standard:	MSF/ICRC/IFRC
Size:	45 sqm
Fire retardant:	Optional
Material (Skin/Frame):	PC/Alu
Tent style:	House
Inner liner:	Optional

Basics
Standard:	WFP
Size:	52 sqm
Fire retardant:	Yes
Material (Skin/Frame):	PVC/Alu
Tent style:	Structure
Inner liner:	–

Applications
Accommodation:	Possible
Medical:	Possible
Storage:	Very suitable
Education:	Possible
Office command:	Possible
Community center:	Very suitable
Workshop:	Very suitable

Options
Hard floor plastic:	Very suitable
Hard doors:	Very suitable
Hard windows:	Very suitable
Partitions:	Very suitable
PC liner:	Possible
Insulation liner:	Very suitable
Zip panel walls:	Possible

Basic
Standard:	Used by ICRC/IFRC/WFP/UNICEF/UNHCR
Size:	240 sqm
Fire retardant:	Yes
Material (Skin/Frame):	PVC/Alu
Tent Style:	Structure
Inner liner:	–

Basic
Standard:	Used by ICRC/IFRC/WFP
Size:	320 sqm
Fire retardant:	Yes
Material (Skin/Frame):	PVC/Alu
Tent style:	Structure
Inner liner:	–

Basic
Standard:	Used by UNICEF/UNHCR
Size:	360 sqm
Fire Retardant:	Yes
Materials (Skin/Frame):	PVC/Alu
Tent Style:	Structure
Inner liner:	–

Shelter matrix

Overview of shelter solutions

Explore our Shelter Matrix in full details

Family Tents – Standard / Size / Fire retardant / Material / Shape / Liner

Multipurpose Tents – Standard / Size / Fire retardant / Material / Shape / Liner

Mobile Storage Units – Standard / Size / Fire retardant / Material / Shape / Liner

For more inquiries about choosing the best shelter and community solutions, please contact our Business Development & Sales Team at bdm@nrsinternational-fzco.com.