The PAWS, developed and manufactured by FDI, is an automated, transportable system that delivers potable water to operate reliably in mobile medical facilities under Arctic conditions, withstanding temperatures as low as -65°F. The system incorporates a 750-gallon vented potable water storage tank mounted in a powder-coated, rigid steel frame and enclosed by 3-inch insulated panels. It is designed to withstand a one-hour power loss from steady-state conditions without compromising system integrity.
The AWWS, also developed and manufactured by FDI, is a wastewater collection system designed to receive and temporarily store greywater generated by shelter equipment operating on the PAWS potable water loop. The AWWS incorporates a 750-gallon vented wastewater tank mounted on the same frame and insulated enclosure architecture as the PAWS, ensuring durability and performance in Arctic environments.
In addition to producing the PAWS and AWWS, for Arctic conditions, FDI serves as the provider of the U.S. Army’s Water Distribution and Wastewater Management Systems for all its Field Hospitals.