Here is an idea I need to share. Please email me and tell me what you think. I know this page is rough, but I just had to put all the info together in one place. If we get some serious interest in this project, I will turn this page into a full site.
Overview
Food for 1 year- $7,221.07, Water from air- $1,350 for 7 gallons per day (larger models available), Home $1,860 plus labor and some supplies (dirt, barbed wire, windows and doors), Electricity- $7,048= $17,049
Lets be generous and call it $25,000 or even $30,000. Add $20,000 for interiors (cabinets, floors, plumbing, etc). So for $50,000 you can have a self sustaining home. All you need is land.
Can we put all of these products into one semi-truck container and ship them to customers?
I have more questions for you at the bottom of this page.
I have copied the info below directly from the manufacture's webpages. Let's put our heads together and make this thing happen.
SUPERADOBE Technology for constructing Buildings, Landscape, Retaining walls, Flood and Erosion control, and infrastucture.
SIZES AND PRICES OF TUBULAR BAG ROLLS
(PRICES INCLUDE SHIPPING for inland U.S., Hawaii shipping surcharge $50-80)
Minimum Order $550
Tube Width
(unfilled)
Approx.
Wall Width
(filled)
Extra Large
tube length
builds 3 domes
or 5 vaults
Large
tube length
builds 2 domes
or 3 vaults
Medium
tube length
builds 1 domes
or 2 shelters
Small
tube length
builds 1 shelter
2 rolls min.
12"
9"
$1365.00
$980.00
$550.00
$275.00
14"
11"
$1365.00
$990.00
$560.00
$280.00
16"
12"
$1365.00
$1005.00
$570.00
$285.00
18"
14"
$1715.00
$1020.00
$580.00
$290.00
20"
16"
$1715.00
$1040.00
$600.00
$300.00
24"
20"
$1860.00
$1060.00
$620.00
$310.00
26"
21"
$1860.00
$1085.00
$640.00
$320.00
ORDER FORM (please print) For those who are unable to use paypal, please fill out and fax. your visa/mastercard order giving your delivery address, (760) 244-2201.
Minimum order $550 or 2 small rolls
So if my math is right, their most expensive product, the 26"bag is $1860, and you get three 400sq ft domes out of it, for a total of 1200sq ft. That is $1.55/sq ft. Plus dirt, barbed wire, and labor. Is it possible to build ANYTHING for that low of cost/sq ft.?
Instead of building with straight sticks, we can now build with bendable "noodles". Add stucco or plaster to the mix and now the possibilities are endless. Use stucco to create the look of round log homes for instance.
We can now use this same technology to build gardens, walkways, erosion control, patios, decks, swimming pools, or whatever else you can think of. And we haven't even touched on the artistic value.
1 adult supply for 1 year-Freedom through bulk food
The Freedom Unit is the most powerful bulk food supply for 1-year 1 adult available and replaces more than $3000 worth of groceries. The Freedom Unit contains the same combination of foods found in the basic Liberty Unit; however, the Freedom Unit contains additional "quick fix items" including entrees, soups and high nutrition Ama-amA products.
eFoodsDirect understands the need for clean water to prepare food and will contribute $109 towards the purchase of a Berkey Light Water Filter if purchased with this product. You'll pay only $100 (plus shipping).
Cans are No. 10 size, unless otherwise stated, which hold a little less than a gallon. All orders are canned fresh and date stamped then shipped within 45 days.
FRUITS
Apple Slices (2 cans)
Bananas (2 cans)
Tropical Fruit Mix (3 cans)
Raisins (1 can)
Apple Drink (1 can)
Orange/Tangerine Ama Juice(1 can)
Strawberry Gelatin (1 can) Ama-amA Energy Bars (Raspberry, Apricot & Pineapple) (2 cans)
Two varieties of soup are packed in zip lock bags in each #10 can (4-#10 cans total).
Creamy Potato (1 can)
Pasta Fagiole (1/2 can)
Chicken Noodle (1/2 can)
Caldo de Queso (1/2 can)
Potato Cheddar (1/2 can)
Mountain Mesa Chili (1/2 can)
Zesty Tortilla (1/2 can)
ACCESSORIES
Cookbook- "Cookin' With Home Storage"
Plastic Lids
* Quick Easy to Fix Meals
** Regular Non-Fat Milk with whey protein added
NOTE: There are industrial versions that can produce hundreds of gallons per day, but I haven't found any prices online yet. See them HERE
Home & Office Products
Unlimited, pure, renewable water from the air you breathe...
The EcoloBlue 28 provides you with ultimate drinking water self sufficiency. No more expensive water delivery service contracts! No more having to store heavy and expensive 5 gallon bottles of water in your your home or office.
The EcoloBlue™ 28 requires no set-up and comes ready to make water right out of the box. Just plug it in and this revolutionary machine begins making fresh water...up to 7 gallons* in 24 hours! It requires no water source other than the humidity in the air. Each gallon of water uses, on average, $0.20 cents of electricity to produce. That's about $1.00 for every five gallons of water! Compare that to the $10 or $12 it costs per 5 gallons from a water delivery service. Start saving money today! Order an EcoloBlue™ 28 today and say "hello" to water independence and substantial savings on your monthly drinking water bills. Comes in silver, red, white, blue, black and green. One year warranty
The EcoloBlue™ model 28 is powered by electricity and is an extremely versatile product because it produces its water from the humidity in the air, it can be used literally anywhere. Laboratories, Sports Clubs, Hotels, Airport lounges, or commercial stores, to name a few possible implementations.
*Liters to US Gallons (Liquid): A US capacity measure equal to 4 quarts or 3.785 liters. Liters to UK Gallons: A British imperial capacity measure (liquid or dry) equal to 4 quarts or 4.545 liters.
Serious power from a medium size small wind turbine, the Whisper 500 module can produce enough energy to power an entire home. The Whisper 500 was completely redesigned in 2004 to work in harsh high wind environments. The Whisper 500 has a two bladed fiberglass reinforced blade and incorporates the patented side furling design that optimizes output at any wind speed. Assuming a 12 mph wind, a Whisper 500 will produce as much as 500 KWh per month. That is enough energy to power the average California home.
In addition to its patented smooth acting side furling design, the Whisper 500 has a number of new features that make it an ideal complement for any new or existing photovoltaic system too.
A new four bearing spindle for a smoother operation and longer life
An upgraded yaw shaft that more efficiently delivers current to your batteries
New bronze bushing and larger diameter furling pin for smoother furling action
New castings that allow easy access to the stator for changing voltage
Included with every Whisper 500 is an EZ wire Controller. Unlike many others, this Controller includes a diversion load to ensure quiet safe operation of your wind turbine when the batteries are charged. The controller offers the best of both worlds (wind and photovoltaics). While controlling the voltage from your Whisper, it can also control up to 1000 watts of photovoltaics.
The Whisper 500 is NOT for the novice. Installation of the turbine requires concrete foundations and at times a crane to lift the wind turbine into place.
Why small wind? Solar and wind resources often compliment each other. Generally when it is sunny it is calm and when it is cloudy it is windy. This complimentary effect is even greater during seasonal changes. During the winter and spring when the sun is at its least exposure, the wind is at it highest. A Whisper 500 during these periods is essential to keep your batteries charged and your lights on.
Exclusive to the Whisper, the side-furling Angle-Governor protects the turbine in high winds by turning the alternator and blades out of the wind, reducing turbine exposure. Unlike other wind turbines that lose as much as 80% of their output when furled, the Angle-Governor allows the Whisper to achieve maximum output in any wind.
Patented Angle-Governor
This chart depicts the estimated KWh production of each wind turbine. Depending on your location, performance may vary.
Turbine Controller: EZ-Wire Wind & Solar Hybrid Controller (included: 1-WH500-10-24 Whisper WHI-500 Wind Generator & EZ Wire. Specify Voltage 24 or 48V below)
Body: Welded Steel - Powder Coated protection
Blades (two): Carbon Reinforced Fiberglass
Over-speed Protection: Side-Furling
Kilowatt Hours per Month: 538 KWh/mo at 12 mph
Warranty: 5 Year Limited Warranty
Max Wind Speed: 120 mph
Southwest Windpower is the world’s largest producer of small wind turbines. You can find them used on everything from remote cabins to sailboats and other applications including utility connected homes.
According to the U.S. Census, more than 17 million homes in America are located on land that is appropriate for a small wind system. Could your home be one of them?
Do you have a good location? Siting a wind generator is extremely important to the performance of it. It's the difference between a machine that gives you lots of energy, and a garden sculpture. The ideal location for a wind turbine is 20 feet above any surrounding object within a 250 foot radius. This generally means your property should be at least one-half of an acre or larger in size. Wind is the "fuel" for your wind generator. You should have at least a 9 mph average wind speed at your location.. Contact your local weather, TV or radio station and ask them for an idea of the average wind in your area. Wind patterns can change over short distances.
What does the Utility Company require? By law, the local utility (company you pay your electrical bill to) must purchase any excess electricity from you. There are both utilities that encourage the use of wind systems but also discourage it. Locate your electric bill and then find the number for customer service. Ask them for a copy of the policy relating to "connecting a renewable energy system to the electrical grid".
CASH INCENTIVES!!! Finally – the best news of all. Many States in the union offer various types of tax incentives and even rebates for your wind system. Follow the link to see what incentive programs your state offers for a wind system.
Congratulations! If you have made it this far and everything looks great then it is likely a wind system can save you a lot on your monthly electrical bill!
Watch the Whisper in action:
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Retail Price: $7,310.00 Your Price: $5,749.00 (per Kit) Category:*All Products, Wind Turbines, More.. Ship Time: In Stock - Ready for Shipping!
The Portable Solar Powered Generator (PSPG) is an electric generator which will provide up to 1500 watts of household electricity (3000 watts peak); enough to run almost any electronic product or appliance you might connect to your wall outlet at home. No diesel or regular gas is needed! It consists of a battery pack that stores electrical energy, state-of-the-art electronics that convert 12 volts from the battery pack to household power, an AC power panel that contains two standard outlets, and a DC power panel that is used to run 12 volt products. These components are packaged into a rugged cart with a removable waist handle that allows the PSPG to be wheeled from room-to-room or outdoors over rough terrain.
With the included solar panel, yes. The PSPG is an electric production and storage unit. Generators are self contained power units which generate their own electricity by use of a solar panel or other fuel source. It generates its own electricity, and stores the electricity for use when you need it.
Is it noisy?
No, the PSPG runs silently, no noise whatsoever. It emits no fumes, and no gas is needed.
Lower your electric bill now!
The PSPG stores electricity in the form of 12vDC. When electricity is required it converts the stored 12vDC electricity to 110vAC power for use with most standard household appliances.
The PSPG provides for 1500 watts of continuous household electricity (3000 watts peak). That's enough to run almost any electronic product or appliance you might connect to your wall outlet at home. Assuming you have NO sunlight, and the included PSPG backup battery has been fully charged..
AC Appliances and Equipment; Run Times Operated by the PSPG
DC Appliances and Equipment; Run Times Operated by the PSPG
12 Volt Automotive or Marine DC Accessories
Typical Current (Amps)
Estimated Run Time (Hours)
Cellular Phone
6
100
Fluorescent Light
8
75
Refrigerator - Sun Frost RF19
10
40
Coffee Maker
30
10
Tire Inflator
100
3
Can I expand this system?
Yes, the PSPG can accommodate up to eight solar panels and an additional four batteries if you like. See the menu choices at the very bottom of this page. The larger you make your solar system, the more you can run off of it permanently. Use it every day!
Does it include a battery?
Yes, the PSPG includes a massive 63Ah battery. The battery is an AGM sealed, maintenance free battery and is securely housed inside the chassis.
Is the PSPG easy to install?
No "installation" is needed. No electrician is needed. This is a stand-alone system that does not need to be connected to your household wiring whatsoever. Just fasten the solar panel to a flat surface outside, and then plug everything into the base unit. That's it!
Can I charge it and use it at the same time?
Yes. The solar panel connects to the PSPG with the included DC socket, so your household AC appliances can be run from it at the same time. Use the PSPG permanently and watch your electric bill drop!
Will frequent charging damage the battery?
No. Discharging and recharging the battery through normal use helps to stimulate the electro-chemical components of the battery and extend the battery's life.
How often should I change the battery?
Just like the battery in your car, it should be charged up now and then, and actually used. The expected life span of the battery will be around 6 years or more, but the more you use it, the longer it will last! :)
Can I use it every day?
Yes. Whether you use it as a traditional emergency generator or not is up to you.. Keep your stuff plugged into it permanently, and lower your electric bill! No household wiring necessary!
Can I add additional batteries to it?
Yes. Additional 63Ah batteries can be added externally to the PSPG. The PSPG has a positive and negative battery terminal conveniently mounted on the backside of the unit for plug-n-play connectibility.
How much run time can I expect from an additional battery?
The PSPG includes a 63Ah battery inside the base unit. Adding additional 63Ah batteries will increase your run time exponentially.
Can I use it indoors?
Yes. The PSPG does not emit any fumes since it is completely sealed. Just roll it into your kitchen or office, etc and plug in your appliances! Use it as a permanent source of power!
Does weather effect my power system?
The PSPG should be operated at temperatures between 32°F and 104°F. Temperatures outside this range may cause permanent damage. The PSPG itself can be used outdoors, however, it should be kept out of direct exposure to rain, direct sunlight and snow. Keep the PSPG in a cool dry place if you can, it will radically increase the lifespan and capabilities of the unit. The solar panel of course, should be put into direct sunlight, or even mounted right on your roof with southern (preferably) or southwestern exposure.
Product Features
Can be setup in just 2 minutes.. Just plug into it!
Incredible 110 watt solar panel allows you to use the PSPG on a permanent basis!
Runs AC or DC products anywhere
Built-in 1500 watt inverter (3000 watts max) and sealed battery
Continuously powers large 11A devices easily
Multiple AC outlets allow operation of many appliances at once
High power 12 VDC outlet (similar to your cigarette lighter)
Battery level LED's show you the current charge state of your battery(ies)
The #1 alternative to gas powered generators – no noise, no fumes, no maintenance, and NO FUEL! (Note: Keep in mind that most gas stations can't pump gas during a blackout! Remember the chaos last year?)
Surge, over-temperature, and overload automatic shutdown
Low voltage alarm and shutdown prevents deep battery discharge
Quick recharge times, in as little as 3 hours (assuming the sun is out)
Padded grip towing handle removes easily for usage or storage in tight places, and built-in handles on sides allow for easy lifting
PSPG is roughly 1.5ft3 (65Lbs), solar panel is roughly 5'x2'x1" (30Lbs)
Storage compartment (for all of the cables and accessories)
One year warranty on the PSPG, and a full 25 year warranty on the included solar panel and accessories
Use the PSPG..
For power emergencies: run essential appliances like refrigerators, cordless/mobile phones, radios, fireplace fans, table lamps, microwaves etc when the power goes out
For work and productivity: operate power drills, belt sanders, circular saws, hedge trimmers, leaf blowers, vacuums, computers, large monitors, fax machines, and inkjet printers
For recreation: run blenders, video games, TV and VCRs, satellite equipment, coffee makers, portable coolers and more
Permanently: Expand your PSPG system with extra solar panels and/or batteries. The more you add, the more appliances you are removing from the grid. The PSPG is not just a "generator", it can be used as your permanent power source!
What do I get for my money? What's in the Kit?
(1) Portable Solar Powered Generator (PSPG) with internal inverter, 63Ah battery bank, AC charger (recharge the PSPG from a wall outlet), and DC charger (recharge the PSPG from your vehicle).
What are you waiting for? The PSPG is solar powered, with battery backup, runs silently, emits no fumes, has no moving parts, it's blackout proof, and there's NO GAS required. Lower your electric bill now!
NOW: Order 2 or more PSPG Kits during your order, GET 20% OFF! Help a friend or family member out too!
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What we need
Here is what I see that we need. We need someone or some ones to invest in this idea. I have no money at this time to invest (that may soon change), but I am more than willing to offer my labor and take on the advertising and web design aspect of this. I can handle the shipping logistics as well.
#1 thing we need to do is to build a dome. We need to find out what is ACTUALLY involved in building one of these domes by doing it ourselves. We need a model home that we can use to show potential clients through on-site visits and through photography, video, and web/ graphic design.
Can we find someone willing to buy some SuperAdobe bags and dirt and barbed wire?
October 9 - 15 One week intensive
(Thurs.- Sat.- Sunday break - Mon.- Wed.)
Can we find an architect who is willing to design the plans? We can buy plans for $3,200, or we can just get the bags and try it. Books and how to DVDs are available.
Can we find a land developer who is willing to give this a try? How about doing an entire community this way.
Plumbing may be an issue, but I think one of my friends may be able to help with a tire septic system ;-) that would be Chuck or Bill ;-)
Can we figure out how to streamline the labor? In other words can we use a cement truck with a hose attachment to fill the bags?
Here is what I already have lined up...
Land where we can build one of these! Permission already given.
Electricians willing to do the electrical work!
Possible truck driving team.
Blacksmith to help with any metalwork.
Web design team. We can make all the promotional products and websites.
Internet marketing. Our customer base can be diverse. Survivalist communities, housing foreclosure victims, people who want a "man cave" in their back yard, the list goes on and on.
I know of at least 5-10 people already willing to come and help with the labor on the domes.
HOW to get these houses in front of people?
If we advertise on rense.com, survivalist.com, and Mother Earth news magazine... we should have enough business to keep us busy for a long time. There are a lot of places we can advertise online for free. That's national and international potential customers. Maybe I'm getting too far ahead of myself, but the options in the future are great.
Is there a market here in the Ozarks? I think so. How many people whose houses have been foreclosed in CA, NV, and AZ have come here to the Ozarks? How many more are being foreclosed every week? How many locals are tired of the government being in control of their lives? (Judging by the turnout at the Ron Paul rally in Branson, I would say quite a few!) Yes, I believe there is a market here in the Ozarks!
I bet the students studying architecture at UofA, College of the Ozarks, SMSU, etc. would be interested in coming to help build one of these. What about Boy Scouts, Fraternaties, Sororities, or any organization that helps with charities. What charity couldn't use a new self sufficient building? Lord knows, people in Eureka Springs would be interested. A couple of press releases asking for help should get us all the manpower we need. Lets get these out into the world.
This is my dream. To be able to offer sustainable long term housing completely self sufficient. I hope you see the possibilities as I do. If you are excited about this as I am, please get in touch with me.
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Serious power from a medium size small wind turbine, the Whisper 500 module can produce enough energy to power an entire home. The Whisper 500 was completely redesigned in 2004 to work in harsh high wind environments. The Whisper 500 has a two bladed fiberglass reinforced blade and incorporates the patented side furling design that optimizes output at any wind speed. Assuming a 12 mph wind, a Whisper 500 will produce as much as 500 KWh per month. That is enough energy to power the average California home.
Included with every Whisper 500 is an EZ wire Controller. Unlike many others, this Controller includes a diversion load to ensure quiet safe operation of your wind turbine when the batteries are charged. The controller offers the best of both worlds (wind and photovoltaics). While controlling the voltage from your Whisper, it can also control up to 1000 watts of photovoltaics.
Watch the Whisper in action:
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Can I use it indoors?
What do I get for my money? What's in the Kit?
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