Starting from scratch

[popz]

I have been asked to help advise on a large new marine coldwater tank to stock locally caught fish,crustaceans, starfish etc. I started a thread on this some while ago and it has been suggested I start a log - so here goes.
 
This tank to go in a new visitor centre as a window display. I have managed to persuade the powers that be that their original concept was very unpratical thanks to this forum - 10ftlong, 1ft wide and 6'high. I think they have now agreed to 10ft long 3ft wide 4ft high. So things are strating to roll now. I am getting quotes for building tank in either acrylic or glass.
 
Next items will be water pumps, filters, lighting etc.
 
So any input from you would be more than welcome? I have attached a piccie of the site for the tank. Obviously a place for an 'aquarium of the month' ????? with your help.

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[bowza]

You got any more details on the space below and to the sides to situate a large , sump or, pond canister system??
 
Sounds a fun project
 
 
Bowza

[popz]

Hey Bowza. Yes I reckon there will be about 2ft clearance under tank - but that could change! There is room at the sides but has to be kept to a premium as it intrudes into merchandising space.
 
Not sure what a pond cannister is?

[fishgeek]

will one side of this tank be external?

have you thought about heat loss there?
andrew

[popz]

Andrew, all sideswill be external as there must be a gap between window and tank for cleaning, Thought main problem would be keeping water down to sea temp in summer - max 18C.