RTMS 1xRef Ikhaya VM1000 E006/061

Technical Guidance:
Contact UNICEF Supply Division, HTC, Cold Chain Unit for technical guidance. CPHHQ-SD-Cold Chain Unit < sd.coldchain@unicef.org >

General description
Remote Temperature Monitoring (RTM) system for real time monitoring of storage conditions at different levels of the vaccine cold chain: (a) with integrated audio-visual alarm (b) with automatic transmission of data to a server (c) with data access, setup of alarm thresholds and setup of alarm recipients through internet accessible dashboard (d) capable of alarm notifications via SMS, email and/or iOS & Android mobile applications (e) configurable to suit specific applications and scalable to allow for the later installation of additional temperature monitoring products and/or storage facilities.

Product specific description
Product: VM1000
Manufacturer: Ikhaya Automation Systems Pty (Ltd.)
PQS code: E006/061
Country of Manufacture: South Africa
Power Source: Mains electricity
Sensor Type: Wired
Temperature Monitoring Range: -30°C to +55°C

Application
Configured to monitor vaccine storage conditions in one refrigerator or freezer.

Configuration and Packaging
1EA x VM1000 kit, each kit packaged separately as follows:
(a)Base Unit: 1EA x VM1000
-Electrical mains powered (220-240V/50-60Hz, 110-127V/50-60Hz),
-Replaceable and non-rechargeable 4-cell alkaline internal backup battery (5-year lifetime),
-Capable to support up to 4 wired temperature sensors.

(b)Primary Temperature Sensor: 1EA x Digital Temperature Sensor (Wired)
-Length 3m.

(c)Power supply: 1EA x Electrical Mains Power Supply
-Compatible with 220-240V/50-60Hz and 110-127V/50-60Hz electrical mains power,
-3-meter power cord.

(d)Surge Arrestor: 1EA x External Surge Arrestor

(e)Socket splitter: 1EA x 1-to-2 mains power socket splitter

(f)Accessories:
-Crimping tool,
-Additional sensor connectors.

Electrical Plug Types
Compatible with Type F plugs and sockets, unless otherwise specified.

Web Portal & Communication
Utilizes cloud-based data storage and an encrypted, username & password protected web portal to allow centralized access via internet to system setup, system status, temperature data and analytics in the form of reports, visualizations, alerts and input fields. Escalated temperature/event excursion alerts are provided via SMS, e-mail and/or iOS & Android mobile applications.
RTM system and data can be accessed via iOS and Android mobile applications and via the web browser of any internet enabled device.

Utilizes a global or local SIM card for data transfer via 2G and 3G networks. Global SIM is provided with the system (supplier/manufacturer managed). Local SIM is not provided with the system (customer managed).

Data Storage
Temperature and system operating data is hosted by Microsoft Azure with storage infrastructure located in Northern Europe. All data is encrypted and backed up across multiple servers for secure storage and redundancy.

Language
Available web portal languages: English and French.
User and installation manuals: English and French.
Additional languages may be available upon request.

Warranty
All system components are covered by a 3-year warranty in the event of any component failure, except for sensors, which are covered by a 12-month warranty.

Warranty and aftersales conditions are transferred to the customer upon delivery to the port of entry.

Notes
Please note that the mandatory web portal access and communication component need to be ordered separately from the hardware specified under this material to enable RTM system functionality. As specifications and fees are dependent on customer requirements and country of deployment, please contact UNICEF Supply Division, HTC, Cold Chain Unit for further guidance. CPHHQ-SD-Cold Chain Unit < sd.coldchain@unicef.org >