Recent Projects
A Few Highlights
Orlando
Science Center
LIFE Expansion
Exhibit Designer/Fabricator: Roto
LSS Engineer: Aiken LSS Design & Engineering
AquaticDC was contracted to complete the install, commissioning, and handover of all LSS and large animal holding systems for the new LIFE expansion at the Orlando Science Center. The exhibit features swamp, rainforest and ocean themed zones, housing over 100 living plant and animal species.
Kansas City
Zoo & Aquarium
Architect: EHDD & El Dorado Inc
LSS Engineer: TJP Engineering
General Contractor: JE Dunn Construction
AquaticDC was contracted by JE Dunn Construction to coordinate and complete all outstanding life support system work. This new facility is home to nearly 10,000 animals including sandtiger sharks, sea otters, and Pacific sea nettles in a combined exhibit volume of 650,000 gallons.
NEW Florida Resort
Longboat Key, Florida
LSS Designer: Oklahoma Bay Aquatic Solutions
Primary Life Support Installer: Aquatic Designs and Construction
AquaticDC subcontracted under Aquatic Designs and Construction to support with the install of life support system package for this 350,000-gallon outdoor snorkel lagoon located at a resort opening later in 2024. The system is equipped with a robust combination of biological, chemical, and mechanical filtration along with side stream holding pools.
By Ben Ollic on May 31, 2019
Fresno Chaffee Zoo
Mixed Species Exhibit
Architect/Exhibit Designer: CLR Design
Lead LSS Consultant: Hall Aquatic Design
AquaticDC was contracted to provide remote and onsite assistance to the project GC, mechanical contractor, and owner for install and commissioning of a new life support system which was part of the final Kingdoms of Asia Expansion. The new exhibit features Malayan tapir, babirusa, and muntjac deer.
Giant Jelly Tank
Relocation Project
AquaticDC was contracted by a US public aquarium to assist with the relocation of a 13’x6’ acrylic jelly tank after the owner of the exhibit ceased operations. Originally installed in 2013, the display was the largest privately owned jelly exhibit in North America. Where it will reemerge is still a secret but if you are visiting a facility in North America, you may come across it again in the future!
