Looking for DIY plans for 6' long stand

[stgla]

Hi,
Is there a trustworthy place to find plans for building a tank stand?

I want something that is functional, strong, and ugly, since it's for an in-wall tank.

Dimensions of stand: 72" long x 30" front to back, about 36" high. I want good access to the sump and ability to accommodate all the usual stuff (sump lights, controllers, skimmer, electrical, plumbing). The stand will sit in a basement (tile on slab).

I'm hiring a guy to build it, but he's not an aquarium guy so I'd like to use plans from someone who understands reefers' needs.

Thanks

 

[DougSupreme]

A plywood box is more than sufficient

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[alton]

A plywood box is more than sufficient

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Made from Russian Birch Marine grade plywood

 

[Vinny Kreyling]

http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1567110&highlight=Rocket+engineers+stand

Picture a little blurry but the information is there.

 

[stgla]

http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1567110&highlight=Rocket+engineers+stand

Picture a little blurry but the information is there.

I tried looking through this thread (over 100 pages of posts) but wasn't sure which page had plans for a 240 that I can take to a builder and an engineer. If you can help me narrow down or give me a search term that would be appreciated. Thanks.

 

[stgla]

A plywood box is more than sufficient

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I can't just tell my guy, "build a plywood box, it has to hold 2000 pounds" I'd rather find some plans and have someone who understands physics better than I do review those plans so I don't have my expensive dream shatter in the middle of the night. If you know somewhere that I can find plans, then I would be very grateful for the advice. If not, that's ok too.

 

[Vinny Kreyling]

Skimming back to front I came across these:
Post 4606 for a clear diagram
Post 4622 would be close to what you want to do

 

[DougSupreme]

I have a 4'x4' ~230G tank supported by a 3/4" birch plywood box. For grins, I added 2 3/4"x4" crossmembers to keep it from bowing.

I can't just tell my guy, "build a plywood box, it has to hold 2000 pounds" I'd rather find some plans and have someone who understands physics better than I do review those plans so I don't have my expensive dream shatter in the middle of the night. If you know somewhere that I can find plans, then I would be very grateful for the advice. If not, that's ok too.

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[stgla]

Skimming back to front I came across these:
Post 4606 for a clear diagram
Post 4622 would be close to what you want to do

Thanks, man! I would never have found those on my own. Much appreciated.

 

[Vinny Kreyling]

No worries -- next one is on you----