This collection of images is from a number of locations. While there is a variety of materials used in the construction, the collectors share common properties. The collection area is 1m2 and is placed 2 meters high on the supports. The mesh is secured tightly around the frame in a double layer. The collector frame is secured by two or four strands of steel cable. The collection trough is slightly angled and has been fitted with a hose to drain the water into a tank at ground level.
Metal SFC in eastern Nepal
Talinay, Chile
SFC in Nepal constructed of PVC pipe
Metal SFC in eastern Nepal
Metal SFC in eastern Nepal
Yemen project
Yemen project
Yemen project
SFC sign in Nepal
Double layer 35% co-efficient Raschel mesh
PVC pipe SFC with data logger – Nepal
PVC pipe SFC with data logger – Nepal
California project
SFC in Nepal constructed of PVC pipe
SFC in Nepal constructed of PVC pipe
SFC in Nepal constructed of PVC pipe
This set of images shows an approach to building the mesh frame. Plastic (PVC) plumbing pipe has been used to form a frame. Four small T fittings are used to form the standoffs that place the frame away from the main supports. Four larger T fittings secure the frame to the supports.
Figure 1
Figure 2 – T fittings form standoff
Figure 3 – frame with standoffs
Figure 4 – placing frame on upright supports
Figure 5 – frame placed on upright supports
Figure 6 – frame placed on upright supports
Figure 7 – preparing mesh
Figure 8 – preparing mesh
Figure 9 – preparing mesh
Figure 10 – preparing mesh
Figure 11 – sewing mesh to frame
Figure 12 – sewing mesh to frame
Preparing mesh for a large fog collector project in Tojquia, Guatemala.
Measuring mesh for a LFC project in Tojquia, Guatemala
Measuring mesh for a LFC project in Tojquia, Guatemala
Trimming the mesh to length
Measuring mesh for a LFC project in Tojquia, Guatemala
Local women assist in preparing the mesh to attach to the frame
SFC field guide 