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Acrylic Builders in Iowa

Discussion in 'Des Moines & Ames Region' started by Deleted member 397, Aug 28, 2009.

  1. Aug 28, 2009 #1
    Deleted member 397

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    Greetings -
    Are there any local acrylic tank builders in Iowa, or surrounding states like MN/NE?
    Thanks
     
  2. Aug 28, 2009 #2
    xroads La Porte City, IA

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    Hey Slice,

    I had 2 aquariums built by midwest custom aquariums in Mn.

    http://www.midwestcustomaquariums.com/

     
  3. Aug 28, 2009 #3
    JB Marion

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    How big of a tank are you looking for?

    Rick (B-Rad) is our local acrylic guru, but I don't know if he's done any full size tanks.

    -JB
     
  4. Aug 28, 2009 #4
    Deleted member 397

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    Thanks for the replies.

    I was considering a tank built by GlassCages, but also wanted to do homework and see if there was someone local 'ish to work with. I did send Midwest Customs an email, so we will see what they have to say.

    As for the tank, I am considering building an SPS tank measuring 30"x20"x20".
     
  5. Aug 28, 2009 #5
    REEFer Madness

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    We thought about it for the library.  But he's a little apprehensive about full size tanks.   I'm sure he could build one fine, but he doesn't want to take the risk.
     
  6. Aug 28, 2009 #6
    Lee

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    Do some research on Glass cages, they have terrible customer service and a lot of negative feedback...pretty much you're screwed if there is anything wrong with your order.
     
  7. Aug 28, 2009 #7
    ninjazx777 Des Moines, IA

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    didnt b-rad make a frag tank bigger then that awhile ago. he might be willing to make a small tank like that if you ask him.
     
  8. Aug 29, 2009 #8
    REEFer Madness

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    Rick's frag tank was only 8 inches high or so.
     
  9. Sep 2, 2009 #9
    B-Rad

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    The biggest problem with building a tank is getting the edges perfectly flat and smooth. I don't have the tools to do that yet. I've tried sanding them but that just rounds the edges so that wont work for a nice tank.
     

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