So i might pick up a huge tank. 8'x5'. Just seeing if anybody has any input on going with a metal stand instead of alot of wood. Like, 2"x2" box or perhaps even bigger? Also if someone could do a layout of the supports themselves, that would be great. I appreciate.
box steel stands
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Consider extruded aluminum T-slots. In some applications, it's cheaper than using welded steel and then having to paint it. Another benefit is that they bolt together and are lighter so it's easier to move. You can also potentially reuse the parts if you want to redesign the stand, e.g., change out the vertical pieces if you want to make the stand shorter or taller.
I think Seavisions uses it for their stands and they make large tanks:
http://www.seavisions.com/index.htm
I remember seeing pictures of their aluminum stands but can't find them now.
All my future stands are going to be extruded aluminum...no more wood for me.
Examples of extruded aluminum:
http://www.8020.net/
I think Seavisions uses it for their stands and they make large tanks:
http://www.seavisions.com/index.htm
I remember seeing pictures of their aluminum stands but can't find them now.
All my future stands are going to be extruded aluminum...no more wood for me.
Examples of extruded aluminum:
http://www.8020.net/