zoo tank updates
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Thanx for posting the pics John. Nice design. I like the idea of the rear shelf but we just have to make sure that doesn't interfere with our ability to do maintenance all of which will have to be done from the rear of the tank.
Vince- thanx for measuring out the 100 g sump. i think we can place that to the side of the display tank but we'll take more precise measurements this Saturday. As far as tank height, we'll have to wait until the floor is removed to take final measurements. We were thinkinmg 36" which is a fairly standard height and allows little people to see in as well as adults. The zoo has floor removal as their next rainy day project. they have been taking advantage of the good weather to get outside repairs completed.
03Mach- hard to say when we will need the salt. if you are not able to contribute when we are ready to add water, we'll try to obtain initial salt from a donor. however, you can be sure we will need discounted salt for future water changes.
thanks to all for your great ideas and contributions.
Thanx for posting the pics John. Nice design. I like the idea of the rear shelf but we just have to make sure that doesn't interfere with our ability to do maintenance all of which will have to be done from the rear of the tank.
Vince- thanx for measuring out the 100 g sump. i think we can place that to the side of the display tank but we'll take more precise measurements this Saturday. As far as tank height, we'll have to wait until the floor is removed to take final measurements. We were thinkinmg 36" which is a fairly standard height and allows little people to see in as well as adults. The zoo has floor removal as their next rainy day project. they have been taking advantage of the good weather to get outside repairs completed.
03Mach- hard to say when we will need the salt. if you are not able to contribute when we are ready to add water, we'll try to obtain initial salt from a donor. however, you can be sure we will need discounted salt for future water changes.
thanks to all for your great ideas and contributions.
nwrogers
Got gorgs?
My initial plan was to have the sump directly behind or slightly to the side of the tank but not under it. Since we have a sump/fish room we might as well use it. Putting the sump under the stand would be more work IMO. So there is no need to take into account the height or size of the skimmer or sump when designing the stand. As long as we can get under there to do some plumbing we should be fine.
fatrip
Yup That Stuff
im not sure if we'll have room to put it behind the tank, but it might fit on the side of it....you'l have to see the way i designed the stand...the sump is acsesable from the the top and sides...you'll see tomorrow....and it will give us more room for other things that we need to do in there...
fatrip
Yup That Stuff
hey nate, i was looking at the tier site and i was wondering if we can put a page on there about the zoo tank and put up pictures and captions...if you show me what formate you need it in to put it on there i will be more than glad to write them up and give you to...i think wee should have progression pictures as well as progession posts of what we are getting from who donated and when it happened...kinda like a daily Zoo project journal...let me know what you think...
nwrogers
Got gorgs?
If you send me some content I will put it up there. An email with some photos attached will be fine. I cleared out my inbox, PM me for my email address if you need it.
On Neptune Systems website it claims they start at 225.00 but I can’t find them for that price anywhere. The reefkeeper2 is the same price once you compare all of the add-ons you will need for the aquacontroller jr. They only thing I can see that the aquacontroller has the the reefkeeper doesn’t is the computer interface. I guess for a geek like me that is pretty cool. I haven’t put a lot or research into these things since I bought my reefkeeper used for 100 beans. I figure for that price it doesn’t matter what other features the newer ones have because they can’t beat that price…
fatrip
Yup That Stuff
it does now...the new firmware is a computer graphing system like the aquacontroller...idk i think i am goin to go with the reef keeper...but yea after every thing you need to run the JR it is the same price as the Reef Keeper2...but any ways ill get you some pics and write some things up....like the remarkable donation from ICE CAP!!!!! 
I will call the zoo tomorrow to find out how to place equipment orders (since we can't get everything for free), gaining access to the pump room, the plans for the floor, picking up the rubbermaid tub.
I'm also thinking of ordering Melev's RO/DI unit that NateR., our resident tech/equipment guru recommends. The price is excellent, quality and durability are excellent, and replacement filters can be purchased from local stores.
I'm still debating what return pump to order. Nate strongly recommends the iwaki external to reduce heat, be sure to clear the head, and we can vary the pressure as needed. I've also read that Pan World offers a cheaper but equivalent model. Any thoughts. i will ask premium Aquatics to donate this and maybe a controller and then we can buy everything else.
), gaining access to the pump room, the plans for the floor, picking up the rubbermaid tub.I'm also thinking of ordering Melev's RO/DI unit that NateR., our resident tech/equipment guru recommends. The price is excellent, quality and durability are excellent, and replacement filters can be purchased from local stores.
I'm still debating what return pump to order. Nate strongly recommends the iwaki external to reduce heat, be sure to clear the head, and we can vary the pressure as needed. I've also read that Pan World offers a cheaper but equivalent model. Any thoughts. i will ask premium Aquatics to donate this and maybe a controller and then we can buy everything else.
http://www.melevsreef.com/ro_di.html
This is the Melev site for those not familiar. It contains tons of great info.
This is the Melev site for those not familiar. It contains tons of great info.
How would next Saturday be for folks for a big push on the tank project. keep in mind it is father's day weekend. The zoo will pick up the 100 g Rubbermaid tank and they promised the floor will be out. I can also have them get pvc plumbing once I have a list.
We can get a pump room key once the curator returns from vacation in a few days. We can work after hours at the zoo. We just have to give them fair warning to alert security and turn off zone alarms. Vince and I will be ordering IO salt at discounted prices for delivery next week. Thats the full update.
Anything else we need to have in place for next week? (Assuming that works for folks). I will also try to have an RO/DI from melev by then. What kind of faucet adapter do I need to order. I'm assuming a normal faucet adapter, as opposed to a saddle valve or hose bib adapter.
We can get a pump room key once the curator returns from vacation in a few days. We can work after hours at the zoo. We just have to give them fair warning to alert security and turn off zone alarms. Vince and I will be ordering IO salt at discounted prices for delivery next week. Thats the full update.
Anything else we need to have in place for next week? (Assuming that works for folks). I will also try to have an RO/DI from melev by then. What kind of faucet adapter do I need to order. I'm assuming a normal faucet adapter, as opposed to a saddle valve or hose bib adapter.
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