Innovation in action

AFRICAN SERCON™ (Soft Wall Expandable Redeployable Container) is an innovative deployable infrastructure solution that combines advanced soft-wall fabric technology with the robustness and logistical advantages of a standard 6m ISO shipping container.

Designed to provide rapid, scalable, and highly mobile infrastructure, the African SERCON™ offers a versatile platform that can be adapted to a wide range of operational requirements while maintaining the transportability and durability of a conventional containerised system.

SERCON™ is the abbreviation for:

• Soft Wall
• Expandable
• Redeployable
• CONtainer

The system utilises high-performance soft-wall technology that allows the container to rapidly expand into a significantly larger operational space while retaining a compact transport footprint.

Solar Water Purification System was specifically developed to meet the potable water requirements of deployed personnel ranging from small platoon-sized groups of approximately 30 personnel through to brigade-level deployments.

Each system is engineered and sized according to the operational requirement, ensuring that water production capacity is matched to the number of personnel being supported. Housed within a transportable containerised configuration, the system provides an independent and rapidly deployable water treatment solution capable of operating in remote and austere environments. Depending on the source water characteristics and operational requirements, the system can be configured to utilise:

• Reverse Osmosis (RO)
• Desalination
• Advanced Filtration Processes
• Multi-stage Water Purification Technologies

The system can extract and process water from a variety of available sources, including:

• Boreholes
• Wells
• Rivers
• Lakes and standing water sources
• Reservoirs
• Other non-potable water sources

Raw water is processed through a series of treatment stages to produce potable water suitable for human consumption, meeting the requirements for:

• Drinking water
• Food preparation and cooking
• Personal hygiene
• Shower and ablution facilities
• General camp utility requirements

The Workshop Shelter System has been specifically developed to provide a rapidly deployable, all-weather maintenance and repair facility for military, humanitarian, mining, and industrial operations. Built around BUSHTEC’s proven half-barrel shelter technology, the workshop can be configured in multiple widths and lengths to meet specific operational and vehicle maintenance requirements.

Unlike conventional open-air maintenance areas that become unusable during adverse weather conditions, the Workshop Shelter provides a protected working environment that enables maintenance personnel to continue operations regardless of rain, wind, excessive heat, or other challenging environmental conditions.

Available Width Configurations

The Workshop Shelter can be supplied in various standard widths, including:

• 4.8m Wide
• 6.0m Wide
• 8.0m Wide
• 10.0m Wide

Available Length Configurations

The shelter length can be configured according to client requirements, including:

• 6m
• 12m
• 14m
• Custom lengths available upon request

Operational Applications

The Workshop Shelter is ideally suited for:

• Vehicle maintenance facilities
• Military workshop operations
• Fleet maintenance depots
• Equipment repair centres
• Generator maintenance areas
• Engineering support workshops
• Mining equipment servicing facilities
• Humanitarian logistics support bases

The Workshop Container System is a natural evolution of our proven Workshop Shelter Concept. While the Workshop Shelter provides a protected environment for the maintenance and repair of vehicles, equipment, and machinery, the Workshop Container extends this capability by delivering a fully customised workshop facility housed within a standard ISO container platform.

The concept was developed to provide clients with not only a sheltered maintenance environment but also a dedicated facility for the storage, servicing, repair, and management of equipment and consumables required for specific operational environments.

Purpose-Built Workshop Solutions

Each Workshop Container is configured according to the client’s operational requirements. The container can serve as:

• A maintenance workshop
• A repair facility
• A technical support unit
• A spare parts storage facility
• A tyre service and repair workshop
• A lubricants and consumables storage facility
• A mobile engineering support unit
• A specialist equipment workshop

The internal layout, storage systems, tooling, electrical installations, and equipment packages are designed specifically to suit the client’s intended application.

Customisable Equipment Fit-Out

Because workshop requirements differ from one operational environment to another, each Workshop Container can be equipped with client-specified equipment and systems. Typical installations may include:

General Workshop Equipment

• Workbenches
• Tool storage cabinets
• Parts storage systems
• Electrical distribution systems
• Compressed air systems
• Vehicle diagnostic equipment
• Welding equipment
• Lighting systems

Fuel, Oil and Lubricant Facilities

• Lubricant storage systems
• Oil dispensing equipment
• Fluid management systems
• Safety storage cabinets
• Spill containment solutions

Tyre Service Facilities

• Tyre changing equipment
• Wheel balancing equipment
• Tyre repair tools
• Tyre storage racks
• Pneumatic equipment

Spare Parts Storage

• Shelving systems
• Bin storage systems
• Inventory management areas
• Secure parts storage compartments

Application-Specific Design

Every operational environment presents unique maintenance requirements. Consequently, the Workshop Container can be configured to support a wide range of vehicle and equipment types, including:

• Passenger vehicles and sedans
• Light commercial vehicles
• Heavy trucks
• Military vehicles
• Engineering equipment
• Construction machinery
• Mining equipment
• Marine craft and boats
• Generators and power equipment
• Specialised mission equipment

The Hercules Shelter System demonstrates the versatility and scalability of BUSHTEC’s shelter engineering capabilities, proving that deployable infrastructure can be adapted into virtually any shape or size to meet operational requirements.

As the first structure within our half-barrel shelter range to exceed the traditional 10-metre width footprint, the Hercules represents a significant advancement in large-span deployable shelter technology. Designed for applications requiring expansive covered areas, the Hercules combines strength, flexibility, and rapid deployment into a highly adaptable shelter solution.

Flexible Deployment Options

The Hercules can be deployed in multiple configurations depending on operational requirements:

Container-Mounted Configuration

The shelter can be installed over containerised systems in a similar manner to the Workshop Shelter concept, creating a large, protected operational environment while utilising container infrastructure as part of the supporting structure.

Free-Standing Configuration

Alternatively, the Hercules can be supplied as an independent structure complete with PVC sidewalls, providing a fully enclosed facility capable of operating in a wide range of climatic and environmental conditions.

Scalable Dimensions

The defining feature of the Hercules Shelter is its large-span width capability.

• Widths exceed the traditional 10-metre shelter range.
• The structure can be manufactured in various large-width configurations depending on client requirements.
• Length is virtually unlimited and can be extended in 2-metre modular increments.
• The modular design allows shelters to be tailored to specific operational requirements without compromising structural integrity.

Installation and Deployment

Depending on the overall size and configuration, the Hercules Shelter can typically be erected within one day for smaller configurations and up to two days for larger installations.

The modular component design simplifies transportation, handling, and site installation while maintaining the robust engineering standards required for demanding operational environments.

The UAV Shelter System was specifically developed to address the rapidly growing requirements of the Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) sector. While UAVs are designed to operate independently, they still require protection, maintenance support, and operational infrastructure to ensure maximum availability and mission readiness, particularly in tactical and strategic operating environments.

The primary purpose of the UAV Shelter is to protect valuable aerial assets from environmental factors such as extreme temperatures, wind, rain, dust, and sand while providing a dedicated environment for deployment, inspection, maintenance, and mission preparation activities.

By protecting the aircraft and supporting equipment, the UAV Shelter contributes directly to improved operational reliability, increased aircraft availability, and reduced maintenance downtime.

Modular and Scalable Design

The UAV Shelter incorporates the same proven engineering principles found within BUSHTEC’s deployable shelter range but has been specifically adapted to accommodate unmanned aerial systems and their associated support equipment.

Current development efforts are focused on an 8-metre-wide configuration, which provides an optimal balance between transportability and usable workspace. However, the design philosophy allows for future expansion to widths of up to 16 metres, creating the capability to accommodate larger UAV platforms and more comprehensive support facilities.