This MTech Industrial Design project from 2007-2009 was undertaken by Martin Bolton with focus on the design and development of an improved low-cost ceramic water filter. The design outcome was based on the existing Potpaz home water treatment device, and was targeted for use within rural households of the Vhembe region. The project was supervised by myself with co-supervision from Dr. Paul Jagals from the UJ Water Health Research Centre. The project was undertaken in partnership with the UJ Department of Industrial Design the UJ Water Health Research Centre  and the South African Water Research Commission (WRC). Overview: This project aimed to develop the Potpaz ceramic water filter into an improved filter design, optimally suited to South African rural conditions, which could provide potable water to households. Communities that do not have access to in-house treated water often end up with a contaminated water supply since the water they consume is usually ... Read More