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| Description: | ||
| Though fridge has now become one of the basic requirements, its initial high cost as well as recurring cost prevents poor and lower middle class people from buying the product. For all those who dream of owning a refrigerator but cannot afford it due to its high cost and the electricity bills, Shri Mansukhbhai Prajapati, a potter from Wankaner town of Gujarat, India find out a down-to-earth solution.
Innovator has developed a Small natural refrigerator from clay material to store the vegetables and fruits and also for cooling water. It runs without electricity. It does not require any artificial energy and naturally provides the coolness to the stored material. It is made entirely from clay. It has two large water tanks at the top and bottom that cool the sides in the same manner as clay pots, or 'matkas', keep water cool in summer. The upper portion of the refrigerator can store about 20 litres of water, while the bottom cabinet has separate space for storing fruits, vegetables and milk. The natural cooling process inside the refrigerator can keep vegetables and fruits fresh for around six to seven days, while milk can be preserved for three days. Apart from saving on electricity bill, the new device also preserves the original taste of fruits and vegetable. It gives higher cooling in a dry climate compare to humid climate. It will take about 12 hrs to get cooling effect when using first time. About 20 liters of water, 5 kg of vegetables / fruits and 5 litters milk or any liquid material can be kept inside the refrigerator. | ||
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· Better preserve the original taste to fruits and vegetables. · Very good alternative for the rural people who does not afford the conventional refrigerator due to high initial cost and its maintenance cost · It does not require any maintenance. | ||
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| Price: Rs: 2000/- + transportation cost | ||
| Current status: | ||
| Ready for Sale | ||
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Mitti Cool Refrigerator: An affordable refrigerator made of clay
Produt available for commercialization
