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Water Purification Products, Oxfam Tanks & Storage Solutions for Humanitarian Operations in East Africa
SLS is the authorised distributor for Butyl Products in East Africa, supplying Aquatabs water purification tablets, P&G Purifier of Water sachets, Oxfam steel storage tanks, flexible onion bladders, and water testing kits to UN agencies, NGOs, and government organisations.
Complete Water Purification, Storage & Testing Equipment for Humanitarian and Emergency Operations
Whether you are responding to a cholera outbreak, establishing water systems for a camp, or scaling a long-term WASH program, SLS delivers the equipment you need with the logistics to get it to your field site. As the authorised East African distributor for Butyl Products (UK), we combine manufacturer-backed product quality with in-country supply chain management. Our WASH product portfolio covers every stage of the water supply chain: source treatment with Aquatabs and P&G purification technology, field storage with Oxfam steel tanks and flexible bladders, and quality assurance with portable water testing kits.
Aquatabs Water Purification Tablets
Aquatabs are the world’s most widely used single-dose water purification tablet, trusted by humanitarian agencies in over 90 countries. Each tablet uses NaDCC (Sodium Dichloroisocyanurate) technology to eliminate 99.99% of bacteria, viruses, and Giardia cysts from contaminated water within 30 minutes.
With a 5-year shelf life and compact packaging, Aquatabs are ideal for pre-positioning in regional warehouses for rapid cholera response, rainy season preparedness, and ongoing WASH programs.
SLS maintains pre-positioned Aquatabs inventory in East Africa for immediate dispatch and is the exclusive distributor for South Sudan and Uganda.
P&G Purifier of Water Sachets
The P&G Purifier of Water sachet is the only household water treatment product that combines flocculation (removing suspended particles and sediment) with disinfection (killing bacteria, viruses, and protozoa) in a single 30-minute treatment.
Each sachet treats 10 litres of even highly turbid water, making it the ideal solution when source water is visibly contaminated — a common scenario during flooding, in IDP camps near surface water sources, and in areas without piped supply. WHO-evaluated and EPA-registered, P&G sachets have been used in humanitarian responses globally.
SLS is the exclusive distributor of P&G Purifier of Water in South Sudan, with bulk supply available for NGO and UN procurement across East Africa.
Oxfam Steel Water Storage Tanks
Oxfam tanks are the industry standard for humanitarian water storage, deployed by IFRC, ICRC, MSF, UNICEF, and Oxfam in refugee camps, IDP sites, and emergency water systems for over 40 years.
Manufactured by Butyl Products (UK) with galvanised steel panels and EPDM rubber liners approved for potable water, these modular tanks can be erected by a small team in 4–8 hours on any flat ground. SLS supplies the full Oxfam tank range: T11 (11m³), T45 (45m³), T70 (70m³), and T95 (95m³), plus PVC roof kits, repair kits, and all fittings.
Flexible Onion Tanks and Bladders
When speed of deployment is critical, flexible onion tanks and pillow bladders provide immediate water storage capacity with minimal site preparation.
Our onion tanks (1,000L to 25,000L) are self-supporting, open-top flexible tanks made from heavy-duty PVC, designed for buffer storage in water treatment chains, temporary supply at distribution points, and short-term emergency use. Pillow bladders (up to 100,000L) are collapsible fuel-grade or potable-grade storage solutions for transport and field warehousing.
Portable Water Testing Kits
SLS supplies portable water testing kits that enable field teams to measure free residual chlorine, turbidity, pH, bacteriological contamination, and other critical parameters on-site. These kits are designed for use by non-specialist staff in remote locations, with clear colour-change indicators and simple testing procedures.
Regular testing is a requirement for all humanitarian WASH operations and is particularly critical during cholera response, where chlorination levels must be maintained above 0.5mg/L FRC at point of distribution.
WASH Product Range
Our complete portfolio of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene equipment is designed for reliability in the most demanding environments. Every product is field-tested, certified to international standards, and backed by SLS in-country logistics and technical support.
Authorised Butyl Products Distributor
SLS is the authorised regional distributor for Butyl Products Ltd (UK), the original manufacturer of Oxfam tanks and a leading supplier of water purification and storage systems to the global humanitarian sector since the 1970s.
Through this partnership, organisations operating in East and Central Africa gain direct access to Butyl Products’ full WASH equipment catalogue, combined with SLS’s in-country logistics infrastructure.
Exclusive WASH Product Distribution in South Sudan
SLS is the exclusive distributor for Aquatabs and P&G Purifier of Water sachets in South Sudan, and the authorised regional distributor for the full Butyl Products portfolio including Oxfam steel tanks, flexible bladders, water testing kits, and distribution equipment.
This means a single procurement source for your entire WASH equipment requirement, with local support and warranty coverage.
Pre-Positioned WASH Inventory in East Africa
We maintain strategically positioned WASH product inventory in the region, enabling rapid deployment when emergencies strike.
Rather than waiting weeks for international shipments from the UK or Europe, organisations can access Aquatabs, P&G sachets, Oxfam tank kits, and bladder tanks from SLS regional stock, dramatically reducing procurement-to-delivery timelines for cholera response, flood emergencies, and new camp setups.
Manufacturer-Backed Quality with Last-Mile Delivery to Field Sites
Butyl Products’ ISO9001-certified manufacturing combined with SLS’s logistics capability means you receive products built to the same standard as direct manufacturer supply, with the added advantage of customs clearance, cross-border transport, and delivery to your actual field location in South Sudan, Kenya, Uganda, or the DRC.
We handle the entire supply chain so your team can focus on programme delivery.
Technical Support and Installation for WASH Equipment
SLS provides on-site technical support for Oxfam tank installation, pump integration, and water treatment system setup.
Our field teams are trained on Butyl Products equipment and can assist with site assessment, tank erection, distribution network design, and ongoing maintenance.
This level of in-country technical support is not available when ordering directly from UK-based manufacturers.
Frequently Asked Questions
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WASH Product Technical Specifications
Leading single-dose purification tablets using NaDCC (Sodium Dichloroisocyanurate) technology. Eliminates 99.99% of bacteria, viruses, and Giardia cysts.
49mg Tablets
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Treats: 4-25 liters
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Contact time: 30 minutes
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Pack sizes: 50, 100 tablets
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Shelf life: 5 years
67mg Tablets
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Treats: 20-200 liters
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UNICEF approved
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Bulk packaging available
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WHO recommended
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