RDMSS On Deployment with snow toppped mountains

RDMSS

The worlds most advanced soft walled shelter system.
The worlds most advanced soft walled shelter system.
Array of Polarhaven shelters in Antarctica for science teams
Built upon a major defence programme delivering full integrated logistics support
The Rapidly Deployable Modular Softwall Shelter (RDMSS) is Weatherhaven’s most advanced soft-walled solution. Built from stringent military requirements, RDMSS delivers rapid deployability, unmatched versatility, and enduring reliability. Years of development, testing, and investment have resulted in a shelter system that leads the world in technology, innovation, working environment, and logistical simplicity. Designed for global use in any climatic zone, RDMSS gives operators a mission-ready solution for today’s most demanding operational challenges.
RDMSS Hospital Ward
Modular shelters configurable to mission scale and operational footprint
RDMSS comes in standard sizes—1-Mod, 2-Mod, and 4-Mod—with hubs and interfaces enabling limitless configuration. Shelters can be deployed individually or complexed into larger, integrated compounds. The eco-skeleton aluminum frame with advanced flysheets or solar shades provides maximum efficiency, while internal space is optimised for operational use. This modularity ensures flexibility: from small team tasks to brigade-level headquarters, RDMSS can be tailored to the exact footprint required by mission planners.
Polarhaven being constructed in the high arctic
Scalable system with optional flooring, lighting, and HVAC integration
RDMSS is more than a shelter—it’s a complete infrastructure platform. Its modular design supports optional upgrades such as rigid flooring with cable ducts, integrated lighting, and advanced HVAC. This flexibility enables RDMSS to perform in every climate, from arctic cold to desert heat. By tailoring shelters to mission needs, operators benefit from a highly capable, rapidly deployable system that ensures maximum performance and efficiency for personnel in all operational environments.
Specifications4-Module2-Module1-Module
Deployed Dimensions23.8 ft x 41.8 ft23.8 ft x 20.8 ft23.8 ft x 10.3 ft
Effective Floor Area995 ft2495 ft2245 ft2
Snow Load Capacity 20 lb/ft220 lb/ft220 lb/ft2
Setup TimeUnder 20 minutesUnder 10 minutesUnder 10 minutes
Height at Eaves86 in86 in86 in
DoorsUp to 10 Soft Doors or Hard DoorsUp to 6 Soft Doors or Hard DoorsUp to 4 Soft Doors or Hard Doors
Windows with
Clear Vinyl, Screen & Blackout Flaps
Up to 14 Large Soft WindowsUp to 10 Large Soft WindowsUp to 8 Large Soft Windows
Points of Interconnection1064
Packed Configuration12 Bags7 Bags6 Bags
Total Packed Weight2156 lbs1426 lbs925 lbs
Total Packed Volume251 ft3177 ft3134 ft3
Polarhaven example as luxury shelter in Antarctica
Seamless connectivity to vehicles, assets, and camp infrastructure
RDMSS integrates easily with other military assets, vehicles, and pre-existing infrastructure through innovative connector hubs. This interoperability ensures it becomes a natural part of larger deployed camps and networks. Shelters can link to vehicles, hard shelters, or other systems to create integrated operating environments. Designed with compatibility in mind, RDMSS maximises existing investments while enhancing mission efficiency. Its ability to combine with diverse assets sets it apart as a fully flexible solution.
Structure & Configuration
  • Interconnector and corridor kits

  • Modular length extensions

  • All-season insulation

  • Lightweight aluminium frame

  • Pest-barrier flooring systems

  • Multiple color options

  • Anti-static floor tiles

Entries (Doors & Windows)
  • Weather-resistant hard personnel doors

  • Double-zip roll-up doors with Velcro sealsÊ

  • Blackout window systems & insect netting

System Integration
  • Pre-harnessed modular electrical kits

  • HVAC plenum ducting

  • Furnishings & full interior fit-outs

Power & Environmental Control
  • Solar shades & environmental coverings

  • ECU and HVAC systems

Logistics
  • Interconnector kits for all Weatherhaven shelters

  • Soft bag storage

  • Full ILS support packages

RDMSS undergoing cold weather testing
Operational reliability from short deployments to enduring multi-year missions
Whether deployed for a single-day task or a multi-year operation, RDMSS delivers the same world-class performance. It has been designed to provide adaptable internal layouts, blackout capabilities, and optimized HVAC distribution for comfort and efficiency. For operators working in harsh conditions, RDMSS creates an environment where critical tasks can be completed effectively. Its design ensures reliability and endurance, offering militaries and agencies confidence that the shelter will perform consistently across mission timelines.
Polarhave being handmade by our staff in canada
Tested and certified to meet rigorous international military standards
RDMSS has undergone extensive MIL-STD testing, covering extreme heat, cold, humidity, wind, and rain. This rigorous validation ensures that RDMSS performs operation after operation, no matter the environment. Compliance with the latest international defence standards provides operators with absolute confidence in its reliability. With integrated blackout construction, insulated walls, interchangeable doors, and rapid deployment capability, RDMSS delivers tested and proven military-grade performance that sets it apart as the world’s most advanced soft-walled system.

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