Install a Mirafount Frost-Free Water Tank
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What happens here
Mirafount tanks are designed for efficient, frost-free operation. First, prepare a level concrete pad where the tank will sit. This pad should be large enough to allow cows to stand comfortably while drinking without excessive mud buildup. Dig a deep heat tube (e.g., 48 inches into the soil) underneath the tank to utilize geothermal heat for frost protection. Install the Mirafount tank on top, connecting it to the farm's water lines. The tank features a blue ball cover that cows push down to access water, keeping the water sealed, clean, and preventing mosquito larvae and trash. These tanks encourage 'drink and step away' behavior, reducing lounging and contamination.
Goal: Provide clean, frost-free water access for livestock.
Tools and materials
- Concrete — Creating a sturdy, level pad for the tank
- Formwork — Shaping the concrete pad
- Heat Tube — Drawing geothermal heat to prevent freezing
- Mirafount 3390 Water Tank Mirafount — Providing frost-free water for livestock
- Shovel — Digging the heat tube trench