This video outlines step by step the process for constructing a ferrocement tank. There is a clear list of all materials needed and lessons learning from building ferrocement tanks in Laos. Produced by World Renew Laos.
I have a vague memory of bio gas dome being built at my home using similar method . That was some 20 years ago. I plan to build a shallower and larger diameter water tank for keeping fish as a hobby. I was looking for a how to video on this subject to refresh my memory and learn more about this method of tank construction. That is how I came across this one. This video is very informative and covers the subject in a detailed fashion. Thank You for your effort.
Thank you so much for posting. I live in the united states but I am wanting to create a water catchment system so that I do not have to pay for or depend on municipal water systems. This was a very comprehensive , well spoken, very informative, and well thought out video. You have answered my questions of being able to build my own cistern and how to Seal it. Thank you again. All love and God Bless
Charlie Chong - Cement dust is one thing, cured concrete is something else. Totally different and inert in most cases. Analogy can be made for example between fresh paint or cured paint. The first can be full of nasty vapors from thinners, etc. in it's dry form you use it on tables chairs, etc. where you can have direct contact. Hope it helps. :-)
Thank you so much for sharing this experience ! I need a tank myself greatly , your idea will be in my yard by summer ! You have blessed me with your wonderful idea ! Thank God and Bless you for sharing this !👣
All I got to say thank you for helping them built the tank to collect their water we need more people like you helping out , all of the people to have an easier life thank you ! Gracias
Very , very nice job ... with a minimal tools and the enthusiast of all people get for prosperous village..... To think that there are people who stand by and do something ....thanks for sharing..... greetings fm Chile
Awesome that you've done this for these people. May I suggest using metal fittings for a remote village that has no home depot. Pvc is total poo. Those fittings will be destroyed within year or so, that ball valve is not serviceable if it needs maintenance.
Very interesting is the video, as to review it again. The important thing of all this is, that Mr. Alam Bemo is very explicit with his words when it comes to teaching. And more when not everyone speaks your language. GOD BLESS you for your hard work.
Water is life and this is a brilliant idea to make durable water reservoirs to harvest rain water. Before drinking, need to check if there is any harmful chemicals as lead, arsenic, etc. in the Cement used. Thanks.
Greetings. It was really nice to show them how to do it ! I realize that it was more important than just making a water tank. Knowledge is wonderful indeed. I am sure this watertank will help them for a long time
This is a touching video on how we can bless others ,just using our knowledge to be a blessing for others,only the love of christ made this man to leave his country to serve other,love is more than words it is action
I-LOVE-IT! It must be a thrill to share that kind of knowledge and with people who need it the most and co-work with them in the process. In my next life, that's definitely something I'd like to get involved in.
Rebar and mesh can be substituted with bamboo, it's remarkably resilient. Thomas Edison had a bamboo reinforces concrete pool that held water for 90 years
Can you make a hope out of bamboo? With real thin strips? That would seem like a lotta lotta work. The rebar really doesn't contribute to the strength of the structure. It just helps to create the form. The strength comes from the tensile hoop strength of the mesh.
Thank you for this very informative and step by step video! Just like a previous viewer, I too live in the United States and want to reduce my dependence on municipal water and energy and have been reading on ferrocement tanks. This video now shows me how to build what I need. Although my shape is more like a giant "U" and will be partially inground this has been just what the Dr ordered. So, thank you for makinging it and sharing it too.
The cement is inert once cured. Not toxic at all. There are cement lined pipes in some municipal water systems, and not a problem. There are regulations in many places about rain water harvesting, especially for potable use. It can be very onerous if allowed at all, though not necessary scientifically. Just political.
+Charlie Chong, That is talking about Cement Dust. Where would this Cement dust be after the cement is cured? Added: "Cement industry is involved in the development of structure of this advanced and modern world but generates dust during its production" So after construction is done, rinse the dust away, no dust any more unless someone grinds the hard cement.
this was a wonderful video I really enjoyed watching it in fact this is the second one I've watched of you building these water catch pots it's fulfilling seeing how much someone can change the lives of so many with just some inexpensive products, you are a good person, keep up the good fight for those less fortunate God bless you and your friends and family.
TilDeath1776 US Those people thumbs it down because it's done using basic tools and people are working without so called safety/protective gears. Some people can't live and let other's live and function out of their bubbles. Lol! This is such a great project and it's heartwarming to see how the community came together. I hope people realize that not everyone has the privileged life that they live..
I think that if you could afford to wait. what I would do is make some kind of setup where I would make or pour the lid on the tank that way it will conform to its surface. great video great information
Excellent video! Well done. I will be building a hospital in Kenya July 2015 using ferrocement. Would appreciate any experience building support columns with ferro.
Wonderful construction!!! Very good way to help the society. I have a small doubt.........won't the wire mesh get rusted when the inner layer concrete chips off? Thanks for posting this video!!!!1
Some time see if a couple of layers of welded-wire metal fence can do for the rebar. Just for kicks, try a model with local fibers weaved into a wire basket frame and concrete that up. If it works, it will be cheaper than all metal.
***** With fibercrete they mix fibers with concrete, usually fiberglass. Anything you can make a strong lasting rope out of should do for fiber. Chop into short pieces and mix. Look up papercrete on RU-vid, so many lbs paper ground into water mixed with less weight of concrete makes papercrete. Stronger fibers should make stronger results?
***** You could weave thin bamboo or splits into a thick bamboo frame and fill with concrete or small-fiber fibercrete. Suppose you made a boat hull and filled the weave with canned foam instead? It would need a stronger skin at the least.
I very very like this video and sound effects.... birds sound,chikken sound etccc..I don't know about this language.... but I like.... I m also civil engineer
Looks like a wonderful idea for people in remote areas without access to clean water but wouldn't the water be a little toxic to drink if the inside of this tank isn't lined with a protective material?
Once the concrete cures (mostly in 7 days, compete in 28 days) the material is inert unless you introduce some really strong acids, which would be far more problem than the concrete that is being degraded. In fact, some pipes in municipal water systems are cement lined and not a problem.
Did you teach them how to build this tank? Having done enough concrete work and plumbing i could have built this from a picture, however, I watched the whole video with much enjoyment seeing the village and you work together. Came out looking great.
There´s always risk of water contamination in any kind of tank. Reason why regular testing and filtering. Is a wise, or at least advisable condition prior to use. Cement tanks are neither better or worse than other types. Although have one feature that can be an advantage. They keep the water cooler, than a comparable plastic/metal tank. ;-)
Can you help with the water project for the Aeta Tribe People in the Philippines. We are Lions Club Members and want to support this project of bring water to 8000 villages 2 miles away and using many water tanks along the way. Will plastic tank be OK or cement is better?
