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Title: Moving a big tank, need movers
Post by: JMM on June 26, 2020, 13:26:31
So I have an opportunity to buy a 8 ft 240 glass tank. My main problem is getting the tank from the stand to a truck. Then I need to take it from my truck back to the stand once home. Tank is in northern Cincinnati, Trenton to be exact. Looking for ideas or suggestions of where to look for tank movers. I would consider having the tank delivered if that would work too. Aquarium Artisans said no already. Liability. 

Thanks guys.

jim 
Title: Re: Moving a big tank, need movers
Post by: dbowman on June 26, 2020, 14:00:53
i would be willing to help if it works out
Title: Re: Moving a big tank, need movers
Post by: JSellars on June 26, 2020, 18:59:42
I’d be willing to help as well. I’m in Dayton, maybe we can get a couple guys together and carpool


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Title: Re: Moving a big tank, need movers
Post by: JMM on June 26, 2020, 20:52:17
I appreciate the thought. I would ne d at least 6 guys but probably 7 or 8. That’s one big heavy tank.  Anyone know where to get a lift cart that you can jack up to the height of the tank and use the cart to roll it out to the truck?
Title: Re: Moving a big tank, need movers
Post by: JSellars on June 26, 2020, 21:37:24
I appreciate the thought. I would ne d at least 6 guys but probably 7 or 8. That’s one big heavy tank.  Anyone know where to get a lift cart that you can jack up to the height of the tank and use the cart to roll it out to the truck?
Any idea how much the tank would weigh? Is it glass or acrylic? I have access to a lift cart, but I think it’s only rated for 600lbs.

Also any rental company should have those too, (sunbelt, arts, Franklin equipment)


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Title: Re: Moving a big tank, need movers
Post by: JMM on June 26, 2020, 23:10:38
All glass. No idea how heavy but my 180 was pretty heavy. I will check with rental places about a lift cart.
Title: Re: Moving a big tank, need movers
Post by: dbowman on June 27, 2020, 00:05:29
400 lbs minimum with 0.5" thickness
Title: Re: Moving a big tank, need movers
Post by: soldiers4christ50 on June 27, 2020, 13:28:11
I moved one with a friend several years ago. 4 strong guys can do it. 6 makes it nicer lol.
Title: Re: Moving a big tank, need movers
Post by: soldiers4christ50 on June 27, 2020, 13:29:31
I just did a 7 foot 220 today with 4 guys and it wasn’t very heavy at all. It was an oceanic tank as well which is usually heavier. Lol.
Title: Re: Moving a big tank, need movers
Post by: JMM on June 27, 2020, 23:45:31
Got a trailer and a couple guys so far. It’s going to be a couple weeks now but once I have an idea of when I will start knocking on doors for help. Also have 4 suction cup handles located so far.
Thank you to all who have contacted me and responded.
Jim