ATLAS Survival Shelters an Engineering Marvel

[@missyyang7538]

Finally a business that cares about the average people and not just money hungry. These shelters are very well thought out! Saving for one!

[@davebrunero5529]

Just finished watching. Everything said is valid. Good job. 👍 The turn in the entrance is critical (also having a decontamination area in the entrance is also critical, though I know some folks designs do not include that). The depth of the shelter is another topic... This really depends on how much fallout you could expect in your location. If you are directly down wind of a major target, +5 feet of soil might be a better starting point. So, could you go into more detail on the dome shelters? And some of the other designs? A 5-10 minute video on each design and where each is the best option???

[@markinl.a.4954]

I'm so glad I found you guys! When I flee California I want an Atlas shelter on my property!

[@gstylez0107]

This guy seems like the real deal.. He's got the right ideas, his systems are well thought out and of good quality.. I will consider purchasing a shelter from him someday..

[@billcollier8208]

Thank God for Atlas Survival Shelters! The key word is Survival! Thanks Ron. Keep up the good work.

[@strandednseattle]

I've talked to Atlas over the phone and his number one concern was the safety of my family, not money. He is a good man for that alone. Hopefully one day we will do business. We talked about a tornado shelter but I couldn't afford it at the time. Fast forward two years, a tornado hit my street and damaged several houses and yards on April 18, 2019. Wish I would have had a shelter. Luckily no one was hurt.

[@hopefulwarrior2403]

I do believe I’ll be getting my bunker from Atlas!

[@donnakelso9966]

Hopeful Warrior same

[@paulmacfarlane207]

The only weakness is the air system its good but easily defeated.

[@LordFalconsword]

@@paulmacfarlane207 Realistically, any shelter like this, the weakness is air and power.

[@nwmonk3105]

Can you do a video or two on your concrete dome bunker//shelter offerings?

[@Hchris101]

One of the things that makes me most happy in life is a business owner who believes in his product.

[@martijnhoogesteger4466]

I think it is amazing that you think about so much different things! Keep up the good work, greetings from the Netherlands.

[@jonwebsterabbott]

Thank you for addressing the ambient temperature issue. Using the earth as a thermal flywheel for your shelters is brilliant. How do you add heat in areas that are too cold (ambient temp < 56 F)?

[@jed-henrywitkowski6470]

Not that I can afford one, however, as a former marketing professional, I greatly appreciate the fact that you mention the pros and cons of your products.

[@machinegun3133]

Great video. I plan on buying one in the near future. I have a question in regards to the air pipes. Being that I plan on having a bunker in tick country, would the ticks or any other insects be able to crawl through the air pipes and down into the shelter ?

[@jnelchef]

As always, Ron is on the money. Well done!

[@greensteelusallc7862]

Manual crank everything, radios, tvs cell phone charges, portable solar panel, indoor gardens fresh food plus all the storage. Im truly looking to get one real soon. Ww3 will be here i want to survive whatever we can.

[@jimstandefer1799]

I will definitely be calling you first I got to buy the house and the land that'll be next year . Maybe it will be the first project for you in Missouri. So I will continue to watch your videos till I get an idea what I want for sure. Thank you.

[@conspiracylibrary2848]

I know I'll never own a bunker but these videos sure are fun to watch!

[@RJM1011]

Never say never !

[@missouribattleflag328]

I do believe you're making a quality product great video

[@JTBCOOL1]

If I ever had the money I would buy the big boy culvert shelter. I was thinking maybe I should make a fallout shelter from scratch myself but Ron has put many years into formulating his designs and knows what he is doing. He does a great job and is an honest individual. It it werent for those two I would feel way more tempted to build a shelter from scratch on my own.

[@danielj574]

I really like watching your videos, but could you explain how the air intake design prevents someone from simply blocking off the intake air vent entirely?

[@ETHRON1]

If I come into money, I'll go for it. I did learn a lot that might come in handy.

[@alvinwine5665]

Your the best I cannot afford a shelter but you are doing it right

[@jonyjonsy]

When i get rich enough you're gonna get my money for sure! Damn Rising S!

[@sidneyclause925]

Wasted money.

[@hoosierhyperwatch5884]

@@sidneyclause925, you have a wasted brain.

[@jonwebsterabbott]

Do you use explosion proof seals on your electrical conduits? I would assume the shelter counts as an enclosed space that requires it.

[@catherineshaw886]

Wow, Ron This Is A Terrific Video. I Don't Need To Look At Other Competetors Of Yours. I Know You Build The Beat Bumkers . I Have Been Watching Your Video's For 3 Months Now. I Also Know You Are A Very Honest And Godly Man And That You Really Care About People. God Bless You And Your Family.😄

[@krisguntner4805]

This was a VERY informative video and probably one of your most important so thanks for making it.

[@microfarmers]

I like your videos, you could be a radio personality! Great bunkers too!

[@AtlasSurvivalShelters]

HaHa no way

[@lovethesmellofracefuelinth7374]

As a retired US gov journeyman certified welder/fabricator, I know quality when I see it and really like the fab work on the hinge system. As well as the overall attention to quality and integrity of this company 👍🏻. Atlas is galaxies apart from it's competitor, Rising s (as in Satan), and would have confidence buying from them

[@corywahnon8401]

My respect cant go higher than what it already is for you .the passion you have for your bunkers prove the quality as far as im conserened.can you please do me a favor and talk more about your dome shelters prices anddepth it canbe burried .andwhat would be thw best bunker in massachuttes i look foward to do buusniess with you just lookin for the right property to buy with inthe next 90 to 180 days

[@billsmith981]

Great video, would like to see more info on the monolithic dome type...specs and placement etc. Seems like they would be the most " Home Like" but it would be nice to see in depth info on them. Thanks

[@JustinBelanger2006]

yes soo true

[@l3eaver]

Atlas has the best bunkers in the industry !!!!! 😍

[@georgeshaya2450]

You are a little quirky, but I can tell but you're an honest person. Can't believe you had to deal with the things but you have in the past few years keep up the great work on your videos. Wish I had the resources and the property to do something with you.

[@sales3975]

Great video and videos you make. I now need to find some money and land to get a bunker!!

[@Cetok01]

Love your videos. But a thought just occurred to me: you might want to provide an option to pump out your entryway, in case someone does manage to breach the outer hatch, or something BIG shears it and rain, fuel, et.c begins flowing down the entryway.

[@chrismayer7762]

Your very passionate, well said and good job!!

[@dillydoopsta6090]

I'd live in an Atlas shelter full time.

[@linksbro1]

What am I doing? I can't afford a bunker. *Watches anyways* I suppose if I'm ever successful enough and want a bunker, I guess I know who I'll buy it from Also, "My airpipe is 6 inches in diameter. And it's made of steel."

[@brainlopez4464]

6” steel - PATRICK WRITE THAT DOWN

[@jonsmitt9769]

Inflation could make these shelters that cost $100 000 today, be the same as a car next year. If you get a raise to match inflation you can pay it off in months. Or if there’s a financial collapse, you don’t pay more than the loan deposit.

[@clydecox2108]

Good information. I was looking at the other guys, glad I found you...

[@shd4learning996]

When I have the money I will Buy a shelter from your company, Thank you very much for taking the time to care about others and to inform them. I had some other questions about your bunkers if you wouldn't mind answering them? Thank you Tim.

[@dababycar2899]

Did you get one yet?

[@hatekate54]

I’m trying to figure out how to convince my husband we need to life in an atlas dome hahaha

[@arthurrobertson1725]

Atlas RULES! "Sinking S" DROOLS! You rock Ron! Keep it up bro..God bless!

[@doxasticc]

Are you 12?

[@robertamunoz2162]

I bought one and I am 100% satisfied.For those who do not own one cannot fully understand the dynamics and the real inner workings of them.People always come up with dumb remarks about them being underground coffins and other stupid things like that.These bunkers have everything covered as to be safe and able to be in them as long as you want.Go ATLAS SURVIVAL SHELTERS!

[@terrylynne8208]

Great product, BUT a correction to your statement on your 3/8" armor plated /late doors.Yes they can be shot through,secret that is figuring out a way to be hidden(same with your above ground pipes),other wise cutting torches will sever them, and they can always be sealed shut.

[@agentchicken3577]

I would hide the pipes by putting old tree stumps over them. Of course make sure they are hollow. another thing to do would either be heavy vegetation or make it look like something else. Like make it look like an old gas meter or electrical box that went to an old house.

[@bigbrycm6]

Agent Chicken what are the odds people will tamper with it though

[@bccratemotoradventures2485]

Keep up the great work. You’re the a in this video for being honest and if people don’t believe check out the bunker in person before you buy.

[@vanguardis]

Fantastic video; I’m excited to get one of your shelters when I buy my new house!

[@HypocriticYT]

Do you use IR resistant paint on hatches? Military vehicles use this paint.

[@scottr8588]

Would like to hear more of these dome shelters you cam live in... Great video

[@michaelhardy5399]

Best Atlas fallout shelter

[@michaelhardy5399]

Best Atlas fallout shelter i like to buy one

[@dellzbarkery2362]

I really live your videos you speak truth and If I was to get a bunker as I do want one I will most definitely be with your company for sure I'm so glad I found your Channel thanks in advance for what you do

[@curtwarkentin6167]

I was curious if you do anything like American Safe Room? They have a roof kit you can buy if you want a poured concrete bunker/safe room/ tornado shelter. You do the walls up to 14 ft apart with concrete then install steel girders to do the roof with access hatch and air vents etc. You then pour concrete on the girders for a poured concrete roof. I was curious on your thoughts on pros and cons of a system like that.

[@dmcgill8978]

If I ever have the spare money to get one I'll let you know. Cannot think of any better ways to improve the bunkers you're making. The only thing I would do is make it bigger and longer for defense in depth if needed.

[@ramlimohamednatari1]

You spend a lot of money to buy a bunker just want to be safe.So wisely spend your money and buy it from the right people and the best product.Atlas have my respects on this.👍

[@danielmount6928]

Can you make a covert shelter watertight? Please let me know because I am going to contact you to buy a shelter.

[@danielmount6928]

@S C Thank you.

[@AtlasSurvivalShelters]

No you cant unless you Hot tar the seams then you can

[@Edgardocelectric007]

Hi Ron love your videos always informative and you can be very funny and down to earth, with that said I have a quick question and maybe you could answer this for me. My question is are your shelters offer protection against EMPs or have you ever had them tested for this. If so have you ever posted a video on this subject or maybe get one tested just to see if they offer some protection for your electronics such as your air systems, computers, electrical, batteries ect. I hope if not you could touch on this subject in the future thanks again and God bless

[@lightning4871]

This was a great video about your shelters.

[@dan00017]

Hey Ron, this video is incredibly helpful, Brother... Question: What is considered a HIGH Water Table?

[@Ok-551]

I can’t believe it took you so long to out these guys. A home made air filter vs Swiss is just a joke.

[@ianrayflora3593]

whats the lifespan of these bunkers? will it rust?

[@daleslover2771]

Excellent 110 % breakdown in comparison too your competition Trust me 1976 Bunker Builder on the Soviet border, S.F Field Manual!!!! (Czechoslovakia). 32 Addcom ADA,, 1st B N 1 ADA. Alpha battery, 3600 sandbags filled by a United States Army entrenching tools. 🇺🇸 tip my hat to E-7 Sergeant First Class Bartel, who showed us excellence in building bunkers, I can tell it in your product.

[@latebloomer4959]

Are you in your bunker filming this ?

[@capcloud652]

Question ,neutron radiation from what I know the culvert shelter might not protect you like it will from Gamma ?so what about pouring concrete around it ? Doable ? Concrete ,boron or water apparently are the key for neutron radiation shielding .your thoughts sir?

[@saintracheljarodm.holy-kay2560]

Good shelter designs. May I suggest too whom ever buys one, or preps, is too: actually do a drill scenario so you actually experience the bug in situation; Where your in your shelter or bug-in area, depending on everything in your shelter. Plan it so you can use vacation time, so you have a job to come back too, along with school time as well, and notify someone trusted, information in case of an emergency. Plan too completely depend on your preparations. It's not as easy as you think. You have too stay inside for 3-6 days, 14days to 30days , this will show you where your weak links are. And it will allow for stock rotations, through replacement. Be safe ,be prepared, God bless amen.

[@saintracheljarodm.holy-kay2560]

Here's the scenario perimeters: all utilities, are no longer working, this includes internet service, and cellular phone. How ever some signal is coming through citizens band communication( separate power source). Martial law has been put in place, with use of lethal force. Stores are empty, due to last minute grabs and looters. And highly contagious virus, is spread all across the country. And renegade groups are taking over areas, causing military conflict on friendly soil. The supplies are limited to what you have. Bartering is out of the question, you are on your own. (Except in the event of an medical emergency 911 situation) this is only a test, of your planning skills. Be safe, be prepared, God bless amen.

[@PedramBastan]

This is a really well thought out scenario. Points for that.

[@michaelw.urbansr.8617]

Hey there Mr Atlas! I love these bunkers. But with my limited budget is there a bunker that will house up to 6 people for less then 50k>? You see i have 50k but i have to buy some land 1st? Is the 20x30 a fallout shelter and is it still 30k?

[@jamesbasaldua100]

Good idea so keep punching . I still like to see a video on your 14 × 50 bunker.

[@adrianholland6787]

You get what you pay for, go cheap and take your chances, spend the extra money and truly protect your family. Hopefully we can do business soon.

[@solomiosisante5696]

how long would you crank it? Planning to dig 2000 feet here in the Philippines.

[@DrValerie800]

Great explanation video!

[@shawneehalleroutdoors2932]

can you connect a covert shelter to more than one covert shelter like mud room to mud room ?

[@luvmykids71]

What good are gas doors in a fire if your air intake is sucking in smoke? Will your air filtration system filter out the CO from the smoke?

[@RJM1011]

Every time you put in clean air the bad air is being pushed out. The door stops smoke or other from the outside from coming in.

[@rogerbruce2896]

Can you put a geothermal generator under your bunker to supply power?

[@boxwoodgreen]

Do you have a coatic that could be applied to the inside of the shelter walls that absorbs sound to deaden echo? The submariners call them "anechoic coatings" (but they put them on the outside).

[@boxwoodgreen]

That was supposed to say "do you have a coating". Sorry ...old guy.

[@jayoflaherty211]

What happens in an earthquake with your shelters . Or what is the theory to what will happen. I think your shelters are amazing. However as I does not matter I could never have one as im in Ireland but I do follow yoir channel.

[@RJM1011]

When was the last earthquake in Ireland that did any real damage ??

[@TheFrog767]

Thanks Ron .

[@mikeymike758]

What stops the bad guys from plugging the air pipes and suffocating you to come out? EDIT: My comment was not meant to be an insult towards Atlas, but a technical question. I appreciate them stating that their entrance hatches are bullet proof from bad people getting in, and that the air pipes have a drain system in the event of water or gasoline being poured into the pipes from the bad guys. But I haven't heard what their solution is for someone just simply plugging the air pipes? The lack of a supplementary air supply system is my concern. As for a tornado or bomb shelter, they appear well engineered. As a "Zombie Apocalypse" or hostile invasion shelter, it has it's flaws. Cheers,

[@raymondfisher5552]

Atlas response: crickets crickets

[@mikeymike758]

@@raymondfisher5552 My comment was not meant to be an insult towards Atlas, but a technical question. I appreciate them stating that their entrance hatches are bullet proof from bad people getting in, and that the air pipes have a drain system in the event of water or gasoline being poured into the pipes from the bad guys. But I haven't heard what their solution is for someone just simply plugging the pipes? The lack of a supplementary air supply system is my concern. As for a tornado or bomb shelter, they appear well engineered. As a "Zombie Apocalypse" or hostile invasion shelter, it has it's flaws. Cheers,

[@raymondfisher5552]

Nor was mine. I was pointing out the response you'll get from all the producers of these "survival" bunkers/shelters when it comes to the issue you've raised.

[@mikeymike758]

@@raymondfisher5552 Understood, cheers.

[@RJM1011]

The way the air pipes are done putting any type of fuel down the pipes does NOT work. Also if you blocked the air pipes trying to KILL people for NO good reason your going to get locked up and ass raped or shot trying to KILL people for NO good reason. As for finding the bunker to do this ?? Where I live in the UK there are plenty or worse bunkers from WW2 and the cold war that people drive and walk past every day and have NO idea they are there !

[@bonnierussell7824]

You say you can bury these things up to 40 feet? I know you said typically it's 6 to 10. That seems doable, but is it possible to get down 30 plus feet? I don't even see how you could dig that deep. Hold on. I think I see how it would work. The hole just has to be big enough to get the shelter and digging equipment down in the hole itself with enough room for ramps and stuff. But gosh, that would be a lot of work. I guess that's why it's not common. Would being that deep in the ground offer any additional benefits? Cooler maybe? Cool as in colder, obviously it's cool as in awesome.

[@oldtimehomestead1554]

Is there any bunkers that have ramp instead of stairs? For elderly who have to use a Walker or wheelchair.

[@TheRedneckprepper]

O HELL THATS SCOTT / ENGINEER 775, ROCK ON !! Ifn Scott likes it, its cool, N good, trusted !

[@niksanpk71]

How this system prevents gasoline from being poured 17:05 and is it duplicated on 17:13

[@greensteelusallc7862]

You want separation rooms. By keeping all your doors close no contamination where you are staying. You want a mud room to get decomatination area. Shower, washing sanitation stations. Also wgat i like is his set up. Exits hand turning cranks, underground exit systems. Loicks i feel more secure in his then most. I stay in ga red clay dirt what would be the best for a family of 4 adukts 2 dogs . Plus can a hide out shed possible on top of this to be a distraction to others.

[@tipr8739]

GREEN STEEL USA,LLC best thing is like a rose bush or some other thrones thicket so it both covers and discourages exploration in that area

[@TaylorHaubrich]

The only thing I don't like is bringing radiated air into the shelter before cleaning through the air filters. There should be a 2 stage air system. The first filter in the generator pod and the secondary filter inside of the bunker. This way the air has already been cleaned before it ever even comes into the main part of the shelter.

[@HypocriticYT]

A "windup" unit could power your air system. Just wind/crank the system up and then let it move the air for hours.

[@Rapture-Ready888]

How can one survive and enemy attack with air pipes showing above??

[@KumaBean]

It would be easy enough to camouflage them with a little imagination, for example, a lick of varying greens and brown paint followed by the planting of hydrangeas around them. It would also make sense during the planning stage to ensure that the pipes are placed near a perimeter and out of the way, not just randomly jotting up in the middle of a lawn, for example. I've seen folk hide bunkers in some very clever and often very outlandish ways, the only limit is your imagination, 👍

[@coyotekiller7184]

What happens if someone plugs off your pipes outside ? Would you have to go out and unplug them right away and risk going into a ambush ?

[@KumaBean]

Camouflage 👌

[@RJM1011]

People say that all the time you would have to find the bunker first and where I live in the UK people drive past bunkers from WW2 and the cold war every day and have NO idea they are there. Also by blocking up the air pipes means you are trying to KILL some people for NO reason so your going to get locked up and ass raped or shot trying to KILL people for NO good reason !

[@PeterKrabshuis]

Nice explanatory video. I know what bunker I'd buy if I could afford it (and if I would get approval from the budget committee).

[@michaelhardy5399]

Your air system can you put 80 lb of carbon

[@scottstlaey4722]

Wouldn't you have to hit the aquifer underground so it would be actually functioning, because who knows how long someone would have to stay down there. Would the depth block thermal detection? Cause if you can be found that defeats the purpose. Also, pipes on the surface doesn't seem right. Seems like they would melt not to mention, depending on where the blast was, wouldn't they just melt?

[@ferebeefamily]

Thank you.

[@williamgrissom1995]

You had me sold on your bunkers a dozen videos ago. 😂 I want to live in one, and I'm not joking. But living on SSDI disability is not going to get me into my dream bunker home. 🙄 Now if you had a rent to own in a rent I could manage, you'd have my eager undevided attention for damn sure. I don't even need to ever own it outright and I'd be happy. It could revert right back to your estate after I die. Like a 99 year lease, but I think 50 years at best at my age. Lol 🤣 I know, I know. Call you back when I win the lottery and then you'd talk. Lol 😂🤣 But seriously, great looking bunkers and I'm a fan of your videos. 😎👍

[@donnakelso9966]

Atlas is amazing!!!!!

[@donnaocasio45]

No doubt I definitely want one but , my budget. Want to have a small cabin or tiny house on top . I need to sell my house and do this.

[@KumaBean]

That's the dream, isn't it? Just your very own plot of unspoilt woodland, with a log cabin perched above a bugout shelter. ...Preferably surrounded on the property perimeter by razor wire and 'keep out'm signs,... 😂 👌

[@butterdog7055]

I wanna know if snow is a problem

[@AtlasSurvivalShelters]

none

[@brantleysharpe1525]

Question if you run a generator in the generator pod how loud is it in or outside the bunker

[@jackmack6217]

do you ship bunkers to norway?

[@tonimontana3485]

what if you cover the pipe so no air is going inside ????? (how do you counter this)

[@jeffersonfan393]

I think you should try to make the bunker emp-proof bunker. Nuclear blasts make emp’s and they fry electronics. It’s actually pretty easy to make it.

[@loganbuser8636]

Do you have your own bunker and what does the inside look like.

[@ricklawless9927]

I was wondering. On the bullet proof hatch. When you are inside, can you be locked in from the outside? I realize that there is a hidden escape hatch. But could it be locked from the outside? Just curious.

[@minicoopertn]

I believe on another video he mentioned that there are two pins on the inside which can be knocked out to open the hatch even if someone tries to lock you in.

[@stevebishop3796]

Some doors have a hydraulic Jack to lift 20K pounds up to 20". If a tree falls on your door you will want a way to breach it.

[@ricklawless9927]

Thanks I knew that there was an answer. Thanks for putting it to rest for me.

[@RJM1011]

The escape door is locked from the inside only and covered on the outside.

[@robertireland61]

Would like to see info on your Dom bunker.

[@jones26777]

I've always wondered you cover everything that could happen except floods what are your options then

[@RJM1011]

If you live in a flood area then you don't bury it !