Water for life

Water supply is essential to the future

of rural communities.

For more than 30 years, we have been

committed to developing efficient,

long-lasting solutions with our local

partners.

In 1975, Marc Vergnet, an early pioneer in sustainable

development, invented a hand pump which soon be-

came the market benchmark due to its user-friendliness

and long-lasting, robust design. Currently, 80 000 of

these pumps are supplying water to 40 million people

worldwide.

With 30 years of field operation experience, our pragma-

tic and visionary approach has drastically changed rural

water supply. Our knowledge of rural populations, based

upon experience and dialogue, led us to develop original

solutions adapted to local needs. Moreover, our know-

how is always available to clients: our support services

and staff is the key to our long-lasting facilities.

Through 25 subsidiaries and partners, Vergnet

Hydro has an international presence operating

throughout Asia, Latin America, Africa, the Pacific

and the Caribbean.

The Wind and Solar Energy divisions of Vergnet Group

also design products for the unique conditions of the-

se regions. As a result, these three divisions -- Hydro,

Solar and Wind - work together in synergy to create

innovative R&D and a three-pronged approach to local

sustainable environmental development.

30-years of experience in rural water supply

Vergnet Hydro is much more than a product supplier.

Our mission is to be a long-term partner and to commit

ourselves for the lifetime of the project.

With over 30 years of experience with end users, we are

a driving force for rural water supply projects.

Each Vergnet water point brings a real change in local

daily life. The change goes far beyond a simple ac-

cess to water: it gives new prospects to the community.

Meeting the VLOM (Village Level Operation and Main-

tenance) requirements involves the local population in

the maintenance of the products, thus empowering and

educating our local users.

In addition, outsourced management makes water

points profitable, supports the development of new

local projects, and promotes the private sector in these

rural areas.

Finally, all the projects led by Vergnet Hydro have

another deep social impact: by enhancing local resour-

ces they fight against continuing rural depopulation,

poverty and health hazards.

Acting for sustainable development

Water,a source of developmentIn 1998, the school of Gomoa Somaya village was

renovated thanks to the profits made by a Vergnet

water point, which was managed by a local water point

committee. Children are still being educated in this

school today.

This is what we call sustainable development.

Long-term partnershipIn the Ivory Coast, our pumps have been operational since

1976. During regular maintenance, it was discovered that

some parts needed to be replaced, but they were no lon-

ger produced. Upon request, Vergnet Hydro manufactured

a new series so that the pumps could continue to work for

many years. This is what we call long-term partnership.

HeadquartersSubsidiariesPartners

Innovation is paramount at Vergnet.

We grant our R&D division significant resources, and

always focus on our core belief; all our products

must be as simple as possible and suit perfectly the

users’ needs, as well as, the local conditions.

Our HPV pump offers a complete breakthrough in water

supply technology. Drastically different from conventio-

nal models, it is the simplest pump in the world. Its

design was inspired by nature; like a heart, it features

rubber skin and soft pipes, offering high performance,

reliability and ease of servicing.

Our skilled, innovative engineers dedicate themselves

to improving the standard of living in rural areas. We do

not aim to adapt products from industrial countries but

to design new and efficient solutions for local needs. Be

it hydraulic gear, wind or solar power, or creating ma-

terials to meet the most stringent requirements...we do

everything we can to create highly functional products

through simple and innovative solutions.

Our water supply facilities are designed to work for many

decades thanks to their long-lasting, robust design and to

long-term management planning.

Why is our pump the most lasting in the market? Because it

is so simple! First, the wearing parts are all within reach and

can easily be changed by local users within a few minutes

with a simple tool that comes with the pump. Secondly, all

the parts are corrosion-free: either elastomer or polyethylene.

Ten times lighter than conventional models, our pump can be

set up or removed by two people and requires no jack. Some

components are produced locally. Finally, pump maintenance

is minimal requiring only one inspection a year!

As a long-term partner, Vergnet initiated a new and ef-

ficient concept: outsourced management. By making the

water point profitable, it raises the necessary funds to pay

for maintenance year after year. Profitability is achieved

through our key assets: low maintenance costs, affordable

spare parts that are available locally, and an unmatched

maintenance service performed by trained local partners

in more than 35 countries.

Finally, we offer additional solutions, from wind and solar

pumping to tanks and accessories, so that we can always

provide the right solution for any particular circumstance.

Technology dedicated to the service of people Designed to last

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• 80 000 Vergnet water points exist worldwide

• 85 % of installed pumps are operational

• Pumps average age: 15 years

• 3 000 trained local technicians • 350 spare parts shops

• Average maintenance costs: 10 euros per year

• The first pumps have been running since 1976

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15 minuteswithin one week

• 130 m, our HPV-100 pump is the world-record holder for depth

• All our pumps and tanks are 100% corrosion-free guaranteed

• Any Vergnet pump can be set up or removed is less than 15 minutes

• A 70 m3 Vergnet tank can be set up at 12m height within one week

PROJECTMANAGEMENT

PUMPING STORAGE WATER TREATMENT WATER SUPPLYACCESSORIES

MANAGEMENT

Feasability studyWe support your project,from the business model

to the outsourcedmanagement structure.

Vergnet HydropumpAvailable in 3 versions to suit any field condition

WaterwindWind turbine with high pumping performance

Solar cellsSolar power adapted to rural areas.

The elevated photovoltaic unit is immunefrom theft or vandalism.

Direct-drive volumetric diesel pumpingAllows a 40% fuel saving

Ground-level metal tanksA complete range of 27 tanksfrom 5m3 to 150 m3, with orwithout ballast. This offers

an easy, cost-effectiveand secure water storage system.

Metal tankon guyed tower

Very quick and easy to install;these 6 to 13 meters high towers provide water pressure, and their

food-quality liner guaranteesa healthy water storage

Wind-powereddesalination unitsA wind turbine powers

an autonomous reverse osmosis desalination unit.

Water production is completelyself-reliant.

Solar-poweredchlorinators

This self-sufficient chlorinatorguarantees healthydrinkable water.

Finger valvePrevents leakage

in public fountains

Water meter100% mechanical;

it provides a simple and reliable tool for

prepaid water management.

Supportof outsourcedManagementFor a sustainable,

efficient localmanagement ofwater points

Vergnet Hydro is the best partner for your water supply project

40 million people supplied with80 000 Vergnet water points

First outsourcedmanagement projects

Waterwind and tanksSolar cells

Localsubsidiaries

Invention ofthe hydropump

Decentralizedafter-sales services

Waterwind

Solar CellsHydro-India

Ballast metal tank

Ground-level metal tank

Metal tank on guyed tower

30 years of water supply field experience

Desalination plants

Hydropump

160, rue des sables de Sary45770 Saran - FRANCE

Tél. +33 (0)2 38 22 75 10Fax. +33 (0)2 38 22 75 22

eau@vergnet.fr

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