Small Medical Waste Incinerators in Rwanda

Small Medical Waste Incinerators in Rwanda 

Rwanda, known for its rapid economic transformation and commitment to environmental sustainability, has made significant progress in modernizing its healthcare waste management system. With a growing network of district hospitals, health centers, and specialized clinics, the demand for compact, reliable medical waste incinerators has never been greater.

Market Overview: Rwanda’s Healthcare Waste Needs

Rwanda’s healthcare system includes:

• Over 40 district hospitals

• Nearly 500 health centers and posts

• Expanding private clinics in Kigali and secondary cities

These facilities collectively generate a mix of:

• Sharps (needles, syringes)

• Infectious dressings and PPE

• Small quantities of anatomical and pharmaceutical waste

Given Rwanda’s strong environmental policy, there is a national push for:

• Replacing open burning pits and outdated single-chamber brick incinerators

• Using dual-chamber incinerators that meet WHO guidelines

• Introducing small-capacity, energy-efficient units for district-level use

Recent Tenders and Public Procurement

Over the last five years, Rwanda’s Ministry of Health and partner agencies have issued tenders for small medical incinerators. Examples include:

• Ministry of Health tenders (2019–2023): for “medical waste incinerators, capacity 20–50 kg/hour” targeted at district hospitals and new health posts.

• Rwanda Biomedical Center (RBC): procurement projects supported by international donors such as the Global Fund, WHO, and the World Bank.

• Specific projects to support:

  • Maternal and child health hospitals

  • HIV/AIDS and TB care facilities

  • Vaccination campaign sites needing safe sharps disposal

Technical requirements typically requested:

• Dual-chamber combustion

• Primary combustion chamber ≥ 800°C

• Secondary chamber ≥ 850°C, minimum 2 seconds residence time

• Automatic temperature control and digital monitoring

• Diesel burner (Italy or equivalent) with optional hybrid electric control

• Chimney height ≥ 8–10 meters

• Compact footprint suitable for limited urban space

Why the HICLOVER TS30 PLC Fits Rwanda’s Market

The HICLOVER TS30 PLC is specifically designed for small healthcare facilities and district hospitals:

• Capacity: ~30 kg/hour, matching typical daily waste volumes in district hospitals and private clinics.

• Dual-chamber design: Achieves complete destruction of pathogens and reduces emissions.

• Automatic Italy-brand diesel burner controlled by PLC system for stable combustion.

• PLC (Programmable Logic Controller):

  • Monitors temperature in both chambers

  • Enables safe, hands-free operation

  • Supports operator training and ensures consistent performance

Compact installation:
Ideal for hospitals with limited space, as often seen in urban areas like Kigali, Huye, and Musanze.

Fuel efficiency:
Optimized burner design reduces diesel consumption, lowering operational costs—an important consideration for facilities with limited budgets.

Promoting HICLOVER TS30 PLC in Rwanda

With Rwanda’s emphasis on:

• Infection control

• Environmental standards aligned with WHO and Basel Convention guidelines

• Improving rural healthcare services

the HICLOVER TS30 PLC provides:
 Small-capacity, locally appropriate solution
 Durable design for challenging field conditions
 Digital temperature monitoring for regulatory compliance
 Affordable installation and after-sales support

HICLOVER’s existing installations across Africa, including similar projects in Uganda, Kenya, and Burundi, demonstrate its capability to supply, train, and maintain small medical incinerators for rural and district-level use.

Environmental and Public Health Benefits

Replacing open burning and older brick incinerators with modern units like the TS30 PLC helps Rwanda achieve:

• Higher combustion temperatures, reducing harmful pathogens and dioxins

• Minimal visible smoke and odor, improving community relations

• Lower residual ash volumes, simplifying disposal

As Rwanda continues to modernize its healthcare infrastructure, there is a clear and growing market for small, dual-chamber medical waste incinerators.
The HICLOVER TS30 PLC, with its robust design and PLC-controlled combustion system, is an ideal solution for district hospitals and clinics seeking to comply with national and international standards.

For technical details, case studies, or a quote tailored for Rwandan healthcare facilities, please visit:
www.hiclover.com
[email protected]

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