How to Build a Biosand Filter Video Collection
The Biosand Filter (BSF) Construction Video series is designed to show step by step how to build and install a concrete biosand filter. The instructional video series covers all topics associated with concrete filter construction from preparing materials prior to production, inspecting and preparing the steel filter mold, mixing and pouring the right concrete mixture, demolding, checking the quality, and correctly installing the BSF at the household level.
The videos are broken into manageable segments that can be used to refresh technicians on specific aspects of concrete BSF construction, used by trainers in BSF instruction workshops or to inform implementers on correct procedures and quality control.
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Prepare Construction Materials to Build a Biosand Filter (BSF)
Part 1 of a series on how to construct a biosand filter (BSF). Learn how to sieve the gravel and sand to the proper size and how to separate the piles to keep the quality consistent.
Mechanical Sand Screening to Build a Biosand Filter (BSF)
Watch how a mechanical sand sorter can simplify the sieving and sorting of gravel and sand into correct sizes to build a Biosand Filter (BSF).
Steel Mold Properties to Build a Biosand Filter (BSF)
Learn what to look for when using a steel mold to build a Biosand filter (BSF). Tips and valuable information about the steel mold will help you successfully construct concrete filter bodies.
Prepare the Mold to Build a Biosand Filter (BSF)
Learn how to clean and oil a Biosand Filter (BSF) mold and to install the outlet hose before pouring the concrete container to achieve a smooth, trouble free concrete filter body.
Mix the Concrete to Build a Biosand Filter (BSF)
Learn how to get the concrete mix just right before pouring the Biosand Filter (BSF). Get tips and tricks to get the right concrete consistency to get a strong filter body with a smooth, even surface.
Pour a Concrete Biosand Filter (BSF)
Part of a video series on how to build a biosand filter (BSF). It shows step by step how to pour the concrete into the mold to avoid air pockets and to eliminate cracks between the concrete layers.
Pour a Concrete Biosand Filter (BSF) with Wet and Dry Concrete Mixes
Part of a video series on how to build a biosand filter (BSF). It shows the pitfalls of using too wet and too dry concrete mixtures when pouring a BSF concrete filter body.
Demold a Concrete Biosand Filter (BSF)
Part of a video series on how to build a biosand filter (BSF). Learn step by step how to remove a concrete biosand filter (BSF) from a steel mold. Learn tips to make demolding the filter easier and to prevent damage or cracks.
Quality Check and Cure a Concrete Biosand Filter (BSF)
Part of a video series on how to build a biosand filter (BSF). It shows step by step how to check the quality of a newly constructed BSF. Learn how to check for flowrate, leaks or cracks and water level. Then how to cure the concrete to make sure the filter will work well for years to come.
Demold and Check Wet and Dry Concrete Mix Biosand Filters (BSF)
Part of a video series on how to build a biosand filter (BSF). Learn how to remove the concrete filter from the steel mold when the concrete mixtures used to pour the filters were too wet or too dry.
Wash Separation and Drainage Gravel for the Biosand Filter (BSF)
Part of a video series on how to build a biosand filter (BSF). Find out how to correctly wash the separation and drainage gravel layers used when installing a BSF.
Wash That Sand
Part of a video series on how to build a biosand filter (BSF). Find out how to correctly wash the filtration sand used when installing a BSF.
Install a Concrete Biosand Filter (BSF) Container
Learn step by step how to correctly install a concrete BSF filter with layers of gravel and sand and how to check the flowrate. Learn tips to make filter installation efficient.
Install Alternate Biosand Filter (BSF) Containers
See different Biosand Filter (BSF) designs and learn how to install them correctly.
Disinfect the Outlet Tube
Part of a video series on how to build a biosand filter (BSF). Learn step by step how to disinfect the outlet tube after installation.














