there are some local companies that specializes in rainwater harvesting

http://www.ddtechniche.com/index.htm

http://www.myhomepalm.com/rain-harvesting-...-rain-head.html

the problem with it , is that initial start up cost is expensive..

500gallon tank + piping + sorter/filter + pump = BOMB...

unless the government can give some like of incentive then its worth while...

unless your a green freak

Not to mention some major piping work too.

depends if you want to wash car.. water plants then not much piping only small piping from the gutter to the filter/sorter

this tank

http://www.ddtechniche.com/images/pdf%20fo...tank%20v5.0.pdf

seems reasonably sized in terms of dimensions and water storage capacity, just sked the price will cause a heart attack..

cause a poly tank for abt 200 gal/750lit cost about 450-500 bux, if its priced in the same range then it would be good


This post has been edited by JinXXX: Sep 14 2011, 11:34 PM

On the subject of rainwater harvesting can anyone suggest a filter system
that will separate the leaves twigs to prevent blockage and spillover?

One hi-end german unit costs RM1280 and that is way too high!

Any one with any alternative or experience in this system would
really prove helpful, thanks.

you can try this

product document ,  leaf_eater_rain_head.pdf ( 436.63k ) Number of downloads: 424


http://www.rainharvest.com/rain-harvesting...pout-filter.asp

about 30 USD makes it about 120 MYR

Thanks a lot for the useful info!

Now I can go to a fabricator to get my
own version done. Saved about 1K
with this simple leaf/debris filter system.

Will post pix of finished instal.
Thanks again!!!!!!

rmbr the most important is the mosquito netting, else your tank become a large mosquito farm

unless your tank is above ground and got the sun to help "boil" water for you

Sure or not that the sun can help to boil the water in the above ground storage tank
Mosquito will bread anywhere in stagnant water

Yup, concrete [1 cu/m] tank is under the sun.
Will use 2 grades of s/s netting to sort out all
debris & mossies, plus breed guppies or
add abate every month.
Thanks!

This post has been edited by ride00: Sep 21 2011, 01:27 PM

bate no need so frequent, with correct dosage once in 3 months.

OK, noted abt correct Abate dosage, TQ!

houses in those new launches in denai alam come with this feature... hope that helps the environment a lil..

denai alam is at where ? who's the developer and what they include in their rainwater collection system ?

google would be able to help

http://www.simedarbyproperty.com/property_...ef-ee53f1332602

try download this brochure you can find part of the feature list :
GREEN
• Rain water harvesting system to recycle nature's
precious water for gardening, washing cars
and flushing


I think the contractor is located here in KL/Subang area...u may check with them at the site office.

This post has been edited by numbertwo: Sep 22 2011, 02:03 PM

i am using this kampung style to harvest rainwater
recently can wash car porch everyday, hari2 hujan mar.

I would like to contribute a little to this topic. I hope the interest is still high among those who are environment conscious.

One of the most difficult thing with rain water harvesting implementation in Malaysia is the lack of industry players and lack of government support. Nonetheless, there are a few companies that do offer the product but due to the cost, many are deterred.

I have actually inquired from the 2 companies mention on this thread which are basically DD Techniche and MyHomePalm. Both are located at Subang Jaya and Puchong respectively.

For a homeowner like myself, the biggest turn off is the high price of installing a basic rain water harvesting setup. For a setup to be functional, 2 main part are required for RWH. The leaf eater and first flush diverter. Both these device unfortunately seem like a simple device and does not seems to cost a lot but are sold at a premium. The rest of the devices such as tanks are easily available on the market.

The pricing by the vendors below

DD Techniche - 3P Technik Filter Collector is both a leaf eater and first flush system. The cost is RM450
MyHomePalm - Leaf Eater Rain Head. The cost RM799. No price on first flush. But looking at the price of leaf eater, the first flush will probably be more.

After a long search, I have manage to find a RWH vendor from Australia that sells a combo product as above. The price is AUD$70 leaf eater + first flush + AUD$50 for air freight. That is total AUD$122 or around RM380.

The vendor did mention if I do a bulk purchase, like 20-30 units, he would propose sea freight which should at least reduce cost of shipping by half.

Any takers?




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Is it possible to rainharvest in condo ? I plan to use it to water my plants & wash d balcony .

Firstly you need a roof and access to gutter. Else, I have never heard of anyone doing RWH for condo before.

Kampung got their own perigi (well)

This post has been edited by svage98: Nov 25 2011, 07:35 PM

Can the rainwater used to wash car?