WMAS Discussion Forum : Floor Capacity http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Sat, 18 Jul 2026 15:33:31 +0000 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 14:17:55 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.03 360 www.utahreefs.com/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=50323 <![CDATA[WMAS Discussion Forum]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/1by1.gif http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/ <![CDATA[Floor Capacity : Finally got a hold of the structural...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=50323&PID=425881&title=floor-capacity#425881 Author: Tanuki
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Posted: August 01 2011 at 2:17pm

Finally got a hold of the structural engineer for our home to confirm my capacities etc.  He confirmed I am nowhere near my capacity and things should be smooth :) ]]> Mon, 01 Aug 2011 14:17:55 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=50323&PID=425881&title=floor-capacity#425881 <![CDATA[Floor Capacity : I fall into the bliss category. ...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=50323&PID=425350&title=floor-capacity#425350 Author: Dion Richins
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Posted: July 28 2011 at 12:24am

I fall into the bliss category.]]> Thu, 28 Jul 2011 00:24:31 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=50323&PID=425350&title=floor-capacity#425350 <![CDATA[Floor Capacity : Tanuki wrote:I was going to...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=50323&PID=425323&title=floor-capacity#425323 Author: Corey Price
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Posted: July 27 2011 at 8:29pm

Originally posted by Tanuki Tanuki wrote:

I was going to see if they had any idea what kind of load they built the floor for.  I know my roof can support 15 feet of snow :)  I just thought they may have some insight on how they did the job and if they had any extra insight they could add to the discussion.



Again, you can either choose to find out for sure, or you can take a chance on that 180 gallon setup. Ignorance is bliss, and there are many experienced aquarists who choose to take a chance. Up to you, but I wouldn't sweat it over the 75 gallon tank too much. You're welcome to send me a private message if you want to find out on the 180, but it may not be easy.

Corey]]> Wed, 27 Jul 2011 20:29:57 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=50323&PID=425323&title=floor-capacity#425323 <![CDATA[Floor Capacity : I was going to see if they had...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=50323&PID=425245&title=floor-capacity#425245 Author: Tanuki
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Posted: July 27 2011 at 10:16am

I was going to see if they had any idea what kind of load they built the floor for.  I know my roof can support 15 feet of snow :)  I just thought they may have some insight on how they did the job and if they had any extra insight they could add to the discussion.


]]> Wed, 27 Jul 2011 10:16:29 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=50323&PID=425245&title=floor-capacity#425245 <![CDATA[Floor Capacity : Tanuki wrote:^yeah, I guess...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=50323&PID=425164&title=floor-capacity#425164 Author: Corey Price
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Posted: July 26 2011 at 6:34pm

Originally posted by Tanuki Tanuki wrote:

^yeah, I guess I am not scared of it supporting for a year or two, but the issue is will it fall through in 5-10 or cause other issues etc.I will report back when I hear from the builder. Maybe that will help too.



If your tank leaks over time, you could have an issue. Otherwise, if it didn't fall through when you set it up, it's doubtful that it will.
What are you going to ask the home builder?
]]> Tue, 26 Jul 2011 18:34:29 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=50323&PID=425164&title=floor-capacity#425164 <![CDATA[Floor Capacity : ^yeah, I guess I am not scared...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=50323&PID=425140&title=floor-capacity#425140 Author: Tanuki
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Posted: July 26 2011 at 2:02pm

^yeah, I guess I am not scared of it supporting for a year or two, but the issue is will it fall through in 5-10 or cause other issues etc.

I will report back when I hear from the builder. Maybe that will help too.
]]> Tue, 26 Jul 2011 14:02:28 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=50323&PID=425140&title=floor-capacity#425140 <![CDATA[Floor Capacity : Tanuki wrote:^yeah, when I...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=50323&PID=425139&title=floor-capacity#425139 Author: Corey Price
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Posted: July 26 2011 at 1:47pm

Originally posted by Tanuki Tanuki wrote:

^yeah, when I calculated the weight/ square foot it comes out about the same as the 75 because it is a bigger footprint.  I am also thinking that because the 180 is acrylic, and the stand is mostly acrylic and has a wet/dry filter etc, it may be around 2200lbs.


Somewhat similar loads aren't typical, but it can work out that way.

It's not really about the lbs/sq. ft, sorry. Framing for new homes is really being skimped upon and builders are trying to get away with the bare minimum or even less, believe it or not. Residential codes require that the floor structure is designed for a uniform load of 40 psf for inhabitants and furniture, so you can see that you already exceed the design load, and so loads in psf are now only meaningful to the structural engineer.

It's more about the joists, the span of the joists, continuity of the joists, and what the joists are already supporting. I can't comment on what the joists will or won't support since I don't know enough about them. A 75 gallon tank doesn't stand out as being much of an issue. I can't comment on the 180 without more information, and without tearing into your ceilings, you won't be able to provide that either. You have a choice: commit to finding out if your floor structure is adequate thru a structural engineer, or be ignorant and blissful. Many choose the latter route.

Edited by Corey Price - July 26 2011 at 1:47pm]]> Tue, 26 Jul 2011 13:47:06 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=50323&PID=425139&title=floor-capacity#425139 <![CDATA[Floor Capacity : ^yeah, when I calculated the weight/...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=50323&PID=425124&title=floor-capacity#425124 Author: Tanuki
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Posted: July 26 2011 at 12:06pm

^yeah, when I calculated the weight/ square foot it comes out about the same as the 75 because it is a bigger footprint.  I am also thinking that because the 180 is acrylic, and the stand is mostly acrylic and has a wet/dry filter etc, it may be around 2200lbs.
]]> Tue, 26 Jul 2011 12:06:31 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=50323&PID=425124&title=floor-capacity#425124 <![CDATA[Floor Capacity : That&#039;s a question for Corey I...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=50323&PID=425122&title=floor-capacity#425122 Author: BobC63
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Posted: July 26 2011 at 11:57am

That's a question for Corey
 
I wouldn't want to hazard a guess
]]> Tue, 26 Jul 2011 11:57:57 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=50323&PID=425122&title=floor-capacity#425122 <![CDATA[Floor Capacity : What about a 180 in your opinion? ...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=50323&PID=425121&title=floor-capacity#425121 Author: Tanuki
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Posted: July 26 2011 at 11:35am

What about a 180 in your opinion?]]> Tue, 26 Jul 2011 11:35:57 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=50323&PID=425121&title=floor-capacity#425121