Building a Safer Future for Immunization Waste in Afghanistan with HICLOVER Solutions

Healthcare Waste: A Critical Gap in Afghanistan

Afghanistan’s immunization programs are a lifeline for millions of families in remote and underserved provinces. Yet, every successful vaccination campaign produces its own challenge: piles of sharps, glass vials, and contaminated packaging. Without proper treatment systems, these materials often end up in open pits or low-temperature burners, exposing both health workers and communities to infection and toxic emissions.

Recent assessments have shown that fewer than half of health facilities have access to waste management guidelines, and only a fraction consistently return immunization waste to designated disposal sites. The result is a pressing need for standardized, sustainable equipment that can be deployed at regional hubs and trusted by frontline workers.

Introducing the HICLOVER TS50 PLC

The HICLOVER TS50 PLC incinerator was engineered to meet precisely these challenges. Compact enough to fit within the proposed 2.5 × 4 m installation rooms, it offers a reliable throughput of up to 50 kg per hour—the right balance for handling immunization waste streams from multiple facilities.

Notable Features

• Dual-Chamber Combustion: Primary chamber destroys solids, while the secondary chamber holds gases at ≥1100°C for two seconds, neutralizing pathogens and minimizing emissions.

• PLC Automation: Operators can monitor temperatures, alarms, and cycle times from a digital interface, reducing risks of human error.

• Safety by Design: Doors are sealed with refractory materials, fuel lines are protected by flame arrestors and shut-off valves, and the system includes diesel leak detection for added protection.

• Durability: Refractory lining with 65% Al₂O₃ resists continuous high heat, extending service life under harsh conditions.

Safeguarding the Workforce

HICLOVER understands that technology alone is not enough; the people running these systems must be protected. That’s why every unit is delivered with:

• Three complete PPE kits (heat-resistant aprons, gloves, and boots).

• Two years of spare parts, ensuring uninterrupted operation even in difficult-to-access provinces.

• Training modules designed to enable local personnel to operate and maintain the units independently.

A Scalable Model for NEPI and Beyond

By deploying these incinerators at the regional Expanded Program for Immunization sites in Kandahar, Nangarhar, Herat, Balkh, and Paktya, Afghanistan is taking a decisive step toward eliminating unsafe practices like open burning. Each site can handle up to 400 safety boxes and 1,000 vials daily, setting a precedent for modern waste management across the country.

The HICLOVER TS50 PLC is more than a machine—it is a bridge between urgent public health needs and long-term environmental responsibility. Its success in Afghanistan can serve as a scalable model for other regions of South and Central Asia facing similar challenges.

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Contact

For more information on HICLOVER medical waste incinerators and customized solutions for healthcare and humanitarian projects:

• Website: www.hiclover.com

• Email: sales@hiclover.com

• WhatsApp: +86-13813931455