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They are self regulated dc heaters that plug directly into the NATO slave receptacle inside the Hippo.

I have designed 3 separate heater blankets for the 2 valves and pump. So far nothing but positive feed back from the group at CWTC in alaska. Just on here looking for improvement suggestions from the actual troops for redesign purposes. Thanks for all the input.

correct @ gimpy rob.., Just got on to look for some suggestions from the actual end users of this equipment to get a better feel for what may be desired on a redesigned unit with improvements. There are almost 1200 Hippos in circulation between the Army, National Guard, Air force, and Marines...

Yes that is the goal.. To keep the plumbing warm enough to prevent freezing. Right now we are at 60 minutes prep time to pump water at-25 F . Our goal is to be at 30 minutes prep time to pump water. Great suggestions though, will investigate all options

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Its an m 105 usually called the hippo.. 2000 gal potable water tank

I am an engineering tech for the company who manufactures the M105 Water Tank Rack or better know as the HIPPO. I am looking for suggestions for a faster heating solution for the enclosure of the Hippo. We are currently using blanket heaters on the belly of the tank and some heat tape for a...