KnitMesh Technologies‘ Fog Collectors utilise a specialised knitted wire mesh structure to efficiently capture water droplets from fog.
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KnitMesh Technologies‘ Fog Collectors are designed to efficiently capture water droplets from fog by utilising a specialised knitted wire mesh structure. As fog passes through the mesh, the water droplets condense, trickle down, and are collected in a designated area at the bottom.
Manufactured from high-quality co-knitted stainless steel wire and polyester filaments, KnitMesh Technologies‘ Fog Collectors offer a durable and reliable solution for harnessing water from foggy environments. Their innovative design ensures maximum water collection efficiency, making it an ideal choice for regions facing water scarcity or those in need of a cost-effective water source.
KnitMesh Technologies‘ Fog Collectors feature a wide mesh design, typically manufactured between 1900 – 2000mm in width. Each roll also comes in a generous length of 9.5 – 10 metres. Despite their robust build, these Fog Collectors are lightweight, weighing approximately 8kgs per roll, making them easy to handle and install.
Research conducted by BBC News highlights the potential of fog harvesting to address water scarcity in some of the driest cities worldwide. In a study led by Dr. Virginia Carter Gamberini of Universidad Mayor in Chile, it was found that fog harvesting in Alto Hospicio, a desert city with minimal rainfall, could serve as a vital water source. The innovative fog harvesting systems, consisting of fine mesh structures, capture moisture-laden clouds passing through them, resulting in water collection that can be channelled for various uses.
According to the research, fog harvesting technology has the potential to revolutionise water supply in urban settings with water shortages. By analysing cloud formations, weather forecasts, and water collection rates, it was determined that utilising just 17,000 square meters of mesh could produce enough water to meet the weekly demand of 300,000 litres currently delivered by trucks to urban slums. Additionally, a mere 110 square metres could fulfil the annual irrigation needs of the city’s green spaces, showing the efficiency and scalability of Fog Collectors.
