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Handpump Technologies

RWSN promotes the development and use of practical guides for technology selection and standardisation.

RWSN's work in this field has been particularly successful and by itself indicates the need for a knowledge network that focuses on rural water technologies, with particular emphasis on the community handpump.

Overview of Manual Pumps for Drinking Water

This section provides a concise overview of some of the main handpumps that are commonly used in domestic rural water supplies.
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Capacity Building

Since the network's foundation, RWSN has sought to build capacity at local level as a platform for promoting sustainable development. It has been particularly active in the fields of technology transfer, supply mechanisms and private sector involvement.
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Research and Development

RWSN is proud of its track record of achievements in the field of research and development, some of which are listed here.
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