Costco Racks - Ok to use as Tank Stand?

[Kimrocks]

Has anyone used these racks for aquarium tanks before?

Is this a good idea? These are metals racks - looks really strong.

I could paint the rack to address possible rust related issues . . .







I am thinking about getting 2 tanks built to fit these racks - lower but wide and long - for arowanas. The mesh above could hold the lights and act as a screen in case they try to jump out.

Does this make sense?

Cheers,
Kim

[Ursus sapien]

For what it's worth, I'm using something that appears similar (Edsal) for my collection, for tanks up to 50 gallons. No problems so far. Mine came with fiberboard shelves which I replaced with 3/4" plywood, but the framework looks the same.

Bolt to the wall for extra stability.

[djamm]

Might work...you have tank size you were thinking of?

[richbcca]

i had 2x 125g tanks on them for over a year now. no problems. I didn't use the mesh though, used 1" plywood just to make sure everything was level.

[gklaw]

2,000 lb capacity per shelf means approximately 200gallon tank ? Not bad.

Wonder how much it cost?

[SSS Fan]

They are $159.99 here in Calgary. I bought the Edsal version at Lowes for $199.99 before I found the Whalen at Costco. Just noticed that they come with 4 shelves, the Edsal I bought only comes with 3.

[Ursus sapien]

my only complaint with the Edsal version is that they're a little wobbly when you add the second level. Definitely need securing to a stud.

[Kimrocks]

They were $200 Plus at the local COSTCO store. - Online is pricier as they factor in the Delivery cost. It seems to be able to fit 3 good sized aquariums - most likely will have to be custom made ones. Or 9 - 12 shrimp tanks.

Check here - Costco - Whalen

[SSS Fan]

my only complaint with the Edsal version is that they're a little wobbly when you add the second level. Definitely need securing to a stud.

Not sure yours is the same one I have. Mine is pretty much the same as the Whalen, no fibreboard shelves were included with mine. Mine isn't even perfectly level but once there was some full tanks on it, it's as solid as a rock. Does yours have 72" x 24" shelves?

[Nicklfire]

When i lived in calgary, i bought one of those racks from a commercial place down in the SW, by chinook mall. They are used, but half the cost and better strength i believe.
I gotta think of the name of the place now..

(does quick google search)

AHHH.. Calgary Warehouse Equipment Ltd