| Rainwater Catchment Systems for Domestic Supply: Design, Construction and Implementation Contributor(s): Gould, John (Author), Nissen-Petersen, Erik (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1853394564 ISBN-13: 9781853394560 Publisher: Intermediate Technology Publications OUR PRICE: $40.80 Product Type: Paperback Published: December 1999 Annotation: This book provides a state-of-the-art review of practice in the collection of rainwater. It presents case studies with numerous examples from around the world which will help anyone intending to design or construct a rainwater catchment system.The prime focus of the book is on implementation of roof and ground catchment systems for meeting either total or supplementary household water requirements. All aspects of design and construction are covered including simple methods of sizing systems, erection of gutters, choice of materials, construction techniques, training, operation, and maintenance. Ina addition, non-technical factors such as water quality, health, social, financial, cultural, political, institutional, and general issues are discussed. The text is fully supported with drawings, photographs, and detailed step-by step accounts for several different types of household rainwater tanks. The material is based on practical experience learned over 20 years of constructing and researching rainwater systems in Africa and Asia. It will be of use and interest to project managers, development workers, water engineers, architects, builders, and researchers. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Business & Economics | Development - Economic Development - Technology & Engineering | Environmental - Water Supply - Science | Earth Sciences - Hydrology |
| Dewey: 338.9 |
| Series: Design, Construction and Implementation |
| Physical Information: 0.73" H x 6.14" W x 9.21" (1.09 lbs) 352 pages |
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| Publisher Description: Rainwater Catchment Systems for Domestic Supply provides a state-of-the-art review of practice in the collection of rainwater. It presents case studies with numerous examples from around the world which will help anyone intending to design or construct a rainwater catchment system. The prime focus of the book is on implementation of roof and ground catchment systems for meeting either total or supplementary household water requirements. All aspects of design and construction are covered including simple methods of sizing systems, erection of gutters, choice of materials, construction techniques, training, operation and maintenance. In addition, non-technical factors such as water quality, health, social, cultural, political, institutional and gender issues are discussed. The text is fully supported with drawings and photographs and a detailed illustrated step-by-step account is provided of how to build several different types of household rainwater tanks with volumes from 2 to 90 cubic metres. Rainwater Catchment Systems is based on practical experience and lessons learnt during over 20 years constructing and researching rainwater systems in Africa and Asia. It will be of use and interest to project managers, development workers, water engineers, architects, builders, researchers and appropriate technology enthusiasts. |
Contributor Bio(s): Gould, John: - John Gould is the Project Coordinator, Engineering Projects for Developing Countries, Lincoln University, Cantebury, New Zealand.Nissen-Petersen, Erik: - Erik Nissen-Petersen has over 20 years' experience in the design and construction of rainwater harvesting systems. He is currently Managing Director of ASAL Consultants. |