Low Water Hygiene at Sea: DUDE Wipes for Navy Ships, Subs, and Expeditionary Units
Life on a ship (or a sub) at sea is rough business, not for the faint of heart. Every sailor worth their salt knows that water is king; fresh water, that is. Fresh water is always at a premium, so creature comforts like laundry and showers sometimes have to play second fiddle when fresh water is being conserved, especially on long underways or if freshwater generation systems are either down for maintenance or altogether down.
But just because water is at a premium does not mean that personal hygiene can take a backseat, which is where DUDE Wipes excel. Greenwood Aerospace, your well-known and highly trusted source for aircraft parts (and many other aviation and aerospace items), is working with DUDE Wipes to provide their excellent line of wipes in bulk for your operation.
Let’s take a look at why DUDE Wipes are the natural solution for ocean-bearing operations.
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Conserve Water Without Compromising Hygiene
One of the hardest parts about military service is those long periods when you can’t get clean. It might be a field exercise in the Army, working those dreaded 12-hour shifts on the flightline, or out to sea.
Ships are particularly sensitive machinery since all waste must be dealt with on-site; you cannot just dig a pit toilet in the ocean. Potable water is carefully rationed out, and personal hygiene is among the first things to suffer at sea.
Mix that in with notoriously cramped and hot working environments on the ship, such as the flight deck, maintenance docks, and so on, and you end up with some unfavorable hygienic conditions.
But this isn’t just about comfort; it directly impacts health and readiness. Skin irritations can become infections, rashes that drive you crazy, and morale takes a serious hit. DUDE Wipes are one of the best ways to clean up when you have water restrictions, or when your sailors are in between showers on the job, and they work a dirty job.
Plant-Based, Flushable Design Suited for Shipboard Waste Systems
DUDE Wipes are made from stuff that grows from the ground or falls from the sky. They are 99% plant- and water-based, so they are easy on your skin and easy on toilet systems. They are flushable, break down efficiently and completely in water, and do not contribute to clogs or create foul odors in the head.
Aloe and Vitamin E for Salt, Sweat, and Long Watch Rotations
Living a life on the sea is a demanding lifestyle: salt air crusts every surface, sweat soaks your coveralls and utility uniforms, and your duty schedule laughs at banker’s hours. These environmental elements take their toll on your skin, but DUDE Wipes are up for the task.
You can throw an 18-pack of the fragrance of your choice (or lack thereof) in your coveralls back pocket, or throw a 48-pack in your backpack.
Unlike alcohol-based wipes that can dry and irritate the skin, DUDE Wipes are 99% water, hypoallergenic, and paraben-free. They’re built for the endurance athlete, the field soldier, and the sailor pulling 16 hours on the bridge, flight deck, or in the engine room. We see you out there.
Build the Shipboard Load Plan
Every ship's loadout is an epic jigsaw puzzle. Fresh food and other consumables must be refreshed throughout the cruise, but the bulk of the materials are front-loaded at the beginning of the deployment.
Greenwood Aerospace specializes in selling these items in bulk, so you won’t have to worry about running out when the going gets tough. We help you procure them in a format that meets your needs.
Berthing and Heads (8×48 Packs) Available in Bulk Through GSA Advantage
Shared spaces like berthing and communal heads can get a little ripe; heat plus close proximity will do that. Crews can keep DUDE Wipe 48-count packs in stalls, racks, or cleaning lockers for easy access. We supply them in bulk via GSA Advantage with several configurations to make procurement a snap for your vessel.
Damage Control Lockers and Duty Sections (10 Count Travel) Sold in Bulk Only on GSA Advantage
Damage control lockers, watch sections, and other quick-reaction details across the boat are a good place to put 48-packs of DUDE Wipes to get sweat and grime off your skin. Also, a nice stash of 10-count personal packs is great for individuals to put in a pocket for quick cleanups.
Flight Deck, Boat Crew Kits, and Away Teams (Shower Singles) Bulk Case and Pallet Options
The flight deck is an absolutely filthy place. Rubber from a thousand traps, grease from aircraft, catapults, and crusted salt from the air, along with everything else, come together to create a genuinely gross working environment. Small boat units aren’t much better, and the same with expeditionary shore teams. DUDE Wipes from Greenwood Aerospace help bring a little bit of home to these austere environments. Supply officers can source these products by the pallet or even by the truckload before the cruise.
Buying in Bulk for Deployments and Workups
All cruises and deployments require you to source supplies at scale. Greenwood Aerospace offers DUDE Wipes by the pallet and truckload, ensuring every sailor has access to the hygiene they need from workup to post-deployment.
- Pallets: Perfect for unit resupply during underway replenishment (UNREP) or pier-side loadouts.
- Truckloads: Structured by distance bands for predictable delivery to homeports and logistics hubs.
Every product is offered exclusively through GSA Advantage, providing federal contract-backed pricing and simplified ordering for Navy supply departments.
GSA Advantage Ordering and Rapid Delivery
Greenwood Aerospace has built logistics tailored to government supply chains. Our structured delivery model ensures predictable lead times:
- 600 miles – rapid short-haul delivery.
- 1,000 miles – regional resupply.
- 1,400 miles – extended zone coverage.
- 1,800 miles – full long-haul support for deployment stockpiles.
This system means supply officers can count on accurate timelines and budgeted shipping for bulk hygiene purchases. Whether stocking a sub squadron ahead of a six-month patrol or building out an amphibious group’s supply block, you’ll have a reliable window for resupply.
If you have any questions, expedited delivery requests, large order inquiries, or need to confirm product availability, contact Greenwood Aerospace at gsasales@greenwood.aero or give us a call at 580-865-6000 or 833-GSA-EBUY (833-472-3289). As a proud Native American-owned, HUBZone-certified small business, we are committed to delivering high-quality service with rapid, reliable delivery.
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