The solarisation process is particularly suitable for use in developing countries with limited funds for heritage conservation, says Ms Brokerhof. It' s portable, simple to use, completely non toxic and can be set up almost anywhere, as long as there is sun.
Solarisation involves turning solar radiation into heat.
The solar tent absorbs solar radiation, turns it into heat, and ensures that the heat does not escape. Our intention is to produce an instructional booklet, so that museum curators and collectors have an effective, cheap, and safe method of dealing with insect infestations. Their ideas and knowledge have allowed my project to progress rapidly. Ms. Brokerhof hopes to published her findings next year with the view to making the technology available to developing countries as soon as possible.