Ferrocement Water Tank¶

Rainwater & Storage • Est. CapEx: Low-cost / Locally fabricated

Technical Overview¶

A low-cost, durable water storage tank made from steel wire mesh and mortar, commonly used for rainwater harvesting in developing countries. It provides safe, potable water storage with a long lifespan.

Key Specifications & Engineering Parameters¶

Parameter	Specification
Category	Rainwater & Storage
Capital Cost	Low-cost / Locally fabricated
Primary Mechanism	Ferrocement is a composite of cement mortar applied over a steel wire mesh framework. The resulting thin-walled structure is strong, waterproof, and can be molded into various shapes. Tanks are typically built on-site, requiring minimal skills and locally available materials.
Target Scale	Household / Village Cluster
Standard Lifespan	10 - 20 Years

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