Any Sump Builders Out There?

[mlreef]

I'm looking for a local sump builder or fellow reefer. I have been looking at some sumps / refugium combos from LifeReef but I can't see paying an extra $400 in shipping alone.

I would like to make it out of 1/2" acrylic. Basic dimensions are 60" - 72" X 22"-24" X 18"X 20" tall.

If anyone has ever built one or had someone local build one for them please share your experience.

Thanks

 

[The reefer]

For local u can check out nanoseacreations.com

 

[mlreef]

How is their quality and are they reasonable as far as prices?

 

[BADGUS]

Quality is excellent,prices are average-high.

 

[MMreef]

Had mine custom sump build by them 48x18x16 -$170. Very good quality.

 

[The reefer]

I saw frankies (tank2379) sump that he made and it looks great. U can pm him for more info.

 

[mlreef]

Had mine custom sump build by them 48x18x16 -$170. Very good quality.

Mark do you have a picture of yours?

 

[mlreef]

I saw frankies (tank2379) sump that he made and it looks great. U can pm him for more info.

Hi, did Franky make it or did nanoseacreations.com make it?

 

[The reefer]

He got it from nanoseacreations

 

[mlreef]

I'll give them a call tomorrow and see what they say.

 

[MMreef]

Mark do you have a picture of yours?

I did not make picture of it,still in my garage waiting.Three chambers:large skimmer chamber,return and ATO compartment with cover.He used black acrylic to separate ATO from return.Very clean seams,no bubbles.

 

[Kevin Says]

I did not make picture of it,still in my garage waiting.Three chambers:large skimmer chamber,return and ATO compartment with cover.He used black acrylic to separate ATO from return.Very clean seams,no bubbles.

I had one made by Anthony as well. Again, excellent work and can't complain about his prices. You just can't find acrylic sumps at lower prices.

 

[mlreef]

Does anyone know what the hours of operation would be for nanoseacreations? I called them up today and left 2 messages, no one has responded yet.

 

[goat585]

IF you want to use an old glass tank I can help with the glass baffles, design and such. I built my 120 sump for around $110

 

[x19]

How is their quality and are they reasonable as far as prices?

Great quality, and very reasonable prices. What I got from Anthony was priced less than other companies in the midwest and I didn't have to worry about shipping.

 

[x19]

Does anyone know what the hours of operation would be for nanoseacreations? I called them up today and left 2 messages, no one has responded yet.

Its a guy in his garage, and I'm sure he probably has another job as well. Not like a full shop. I'm sure he'll respond soon.

 

[mlreef]

Its a guy in his garage, and I'm sure he probably has another job as well. Not like a full shop. I'm sure he'll respond soon.

Thanks for the info. I look forward to meeting him.

 

[mlreef]

Update, Anthony from nano sea creations is building the sump and should be ready next weekend. After many hours of thought and debating we decided to make it 84" x 24" x24". It has 5 sections, starting with filter socks, live rock section, skimmer section, refugium section and the lastly the return section. It's a really awesome design. I will post some pictures when it it completed. Thanks.

 

[Navycook2]

Im looking for a big sump as well you will have to let me know how it turns out!! Looking for one for my 210!

 

[mlreef]

Im looking for a big sump as well you will have to let me know how it turns out!! Looking for one for my 210!

Everything that I heard about Anthony has been confirmed in my book. I saw soggy pockets 440 yesterday that Anthony had built and the seams were near flawless and the construction is second to none.