Q Drum

A Rollable Water Container for Developing Countries

The Problem

The burden of fetching water, invariably over long distances by cumbersome and far too often, unhygienic means, is all too evident in developing countries...

The Solution

The Q Drum is user friendly and the unique longitudinal shaft permits the drum to be pulled using a rope tied through the hole. There are no removable or breakable handles or axles, and the rope can be repaired on the spot or easily replaced...

Versatile & Tough

The 50L Q Drum is manufactured from Linear Low Density Polyethylene by means of rotational moulding and has a high compatibility with foodstuffs and water...

Efficient & Fun

Even a child can pull 50 litres of water over flat terrain for several kilometres without undue strain, and could shift the burden of water collection away from adult women...

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Welcome

Water is essential to the survival of all forms of life and a clean and accessible supply is a basic need that millions of people around the world do not have. In disadvantaged and rural communities, the burden of fetching water invariably over long distances by cumbersome and far too often, unhygienic means is all too evident. The Q Drum is the simple, durable, effective and user-friendly solution to this problem. A device designed to improve the lives and health of countless people around the world.
 
About the Q Drum

Q Drum

The idea of the Q Drum originated in response to the needs of rural people in developing countries who have a problem carrying adequate quantities of potable water from a reliable source.

A burden which is generally bestowed on the women and children of each community. In Africa for example, many debilitating back and neck injuries are a result of women carrying heavy loads on their heads.  

Rolling water in a cylindrical vessel was the only solution that seemed to make sense and allow for a greater quality of life in this regard.
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Q Drum Documentary

vimeo

A short film on the Q Drum which features co-founder, Piet Hendrikse can now be viewed on both YouTube click here and on Vimeo, click here.
 
Q Drum and Sandton Rotary Help Itsotseng
Itsotseng is a squatter camp located near Lanseria, on the northern perimeters of Johannesburg in South Africa. It holds approximately 20 000 dwellers. Most of these inhabitants live in shacks made from wood, tin, plastic or any other available material. Itsotseng has hundreds of HIV infected children, many of whom are physically abused. With the intention of creating a better life for these children, Rotary International's Sandton chapter has taken it upon themselves to build a community centre where the children can receive a nutritious meal, appropriate health care and get clean water from the new borehole. Together with Q Drum (Pty) Ltd, the residents of Itsotseng received 85 drums in which to safely transport water back to their homes. Click here to view images.
 
Donation facility now available

givengain

We now have a secure donation facility available, powered by GivenGain.com

Our facility can be accessed here
 
Designed by: Greg Kelly Design
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