Keeping exhibit animals safe & healthy

In the Roo Valley Expansion of the Cincinnati Zoo, 32 Little Blue Penguins (Eudyptula minor) depend on their keepers to protect them and their habitat. It takes so much more than fresh fish and check ups to keep these Australian birds happy and healthy. Little Blue Penguins, also known as Fairy Penguins because of their…

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Preparing aquariums for a busy summer season

June is National Zoo and Aquarium month, which means getting ready for a busy summer season of visitors. While families explore the wonders of animal and aquatic life, our maintenance teams are hard at work ensuring enclosures are safe, clean and comfortable for their inhabitants. In fact, this is our busiest time of year for…

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Water makes movie magic

Water is elemental, ubiquitous, and life-giving. No wonder it is a fundamental prop in movie story-telling. Water can set a scene, set a mood, support the protagonist, act as antagonist — its appearance is carefully scripted into a film’s storyline, then it’s up to film producers to figure out how to wrangle it so it…

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The Benefits of Zoos

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Spending time in nature is beneficial for various reasons, and so naturally, spending quality time at the zoo is just as important. Visiting a zoo provides many benefits to individuals and can improve their quality of life. Zoos accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums annually attract more than 175 million visitors. There’s a…

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The Importance of Waterproofing

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While waterproofing is one of the most vital factors for a successful project, it is also one of the most overlooked areas that property owners make. Most of the time, people don’t acknowledge the importance of waterproofing until the leakage has already occurred. Unfortunately, cracks in concrete are unavoidable and become 10x more costly if…

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Jerry Smith on Aquarium Windows & Underwater Tunnels

We are proud to share that we were recently featured on the International Zoo and Aquarium Review monthly podcast, hosted by Joe Lavery and Johnny May! Our founder, Jerry Smith, joined the hosts for a discussion about the industry rotation from glass into acrylic, the process of forming acrylic into shapes, and what acrylic actually…

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Aquariums: Top 3 Health and Life Benefits

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As a child, you probably loved taking trips to the nearest aquarium with your family. What’s not to love about being able to see the most exquisite underwater animals ocean life has to offer? Being up close and personal with nature is a one-of-a-kind experience, but not everyone immediately realizes the benefits of being around…

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Best Practices for Aquarium and Animal Exhibit Maintenance

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Launching and maintaining an aquarium is no easy task. Trust us — we get it. Knowing the essentials of keeping up with the cleaning, filtering, and fish is key to having a happy tank. Your aquarium’s upkeep should be relatively simple and include regular water changes, filter service, and water testing. Whether you’re getting ready…

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