Crib Style Tank Support

[Dean Poirier]

I have a 400 gallon milk tank that I need to elevate approx. 5 feet so it will flow
to the evaporator. I have new railroad ties that are 7" x 9" in size. I was wondering
if anyone has build a crib style support (Box) and if that would carry the weight.

If possible pictures would be great

Thanks
Dean

[jasonl6]

I built a setup like this for my 600 gallon tank. Used 6 6"x6" by 8' larch posts with 6 2"x6"x6' beams. The tank sits directly above the posts for the most support. All lumber is rough cut. I'll try and get some pics.

Jason

[bowtie]

i am going to build one tonight for my 450 ss sap tank and i am using 6-4x4 pt with 2x10 "joists" and lags bolts. i will using 2x material to cross support it. make sure you notch out your posts to a depth of at least 1" to support you joists and keep some shear pressure off from your lag bolts. putting joists on approx 16" oc.

[jasonl6]

Here are my pics. The 2x6 overhand is for a walkway.

http://mapletrader.com/maplegallery/data/500/medium/100_27981.JPG
http://mapletrader.com/maplegallery/data/500/medium/100_27971.JPG
http://mapletrader.com/maplegallery/data/500/medium/100_27961.JPG