Bubbles in my new UNS 45U seams

[Jackmot]

Hi!
So my new build has been up and running for a few weeks and yesterday I noticed some bubbles on one of the lower seams of my display tank. I'm not sure if the bubbles were already present before I filled the tank but they certainly are some of them now.
Would you be concerned about this or should I just let it go?

 

[blaxsun]

I would be, yes.

 

[Jackmot]

So, as weird as this may sound todays most of the bubbles disappeared, I'm guessing this is a good sign? I would hate to disassemble my newly assembled system. I'll try to get some kind of warranty with the LFS that provided me the tank, any other thoughts on what should I do?
PS: Ignore the black sharpie marks

 

[shakacuz]

i would be concerned. especially if the bubbles “seemed” to disappear. might actually be water leaking in the seams..

edit: also recommend you to get a leveling mat. that very tiny gap gives me goosebumps

 

[delv2323]

That seam looks to be letting go. Get a back up and contact the manufacturer.

 

[Jackmot]

Oh my... I hope not. I'll contact the LFS ASAP, in your experience when a seam fails does it start with a small leak or does it burst?

 

[shakacuz]

Oh my... I hope not. I'll contact the LFS ASAP, in your experience when a seam fails does it start with a small leak or does it burst?

the leak can start small and instantly get big.

 

[Jackmot]

can start small and instantly get big.

Ok... Well I hope I can get a replacement soon but this is REALLY frustrating, I've been working on the project for almost a year and for it to last 2 weeks is just horrible. Do you have any recommendation on what else should I do?

 

[shakacuz]

Ok... Well I hope I can get a replacement soon but this is REALLY frustrating, I've been working on the project for almost a year and for it to last 2 weeks is just horrible. Do you have any recommendation on what else should I do?

once the seam starts to go your best bet is to empty the tank and redo the seam.

 

[Jackmot]

All right, not what I wanted to hear but definitely something useful, I'm guessing there is no safe way to do it with the tank filled right?
PS: does anybody know the phone for UNS systems or how can I get in touch with them? I was really happy with the tank but this is just unacceptable

 

[Jackmot]

I just wrote them on facebook, nano-reef.com and in their email (again) I really hope to get an answer. I'll let you know how things turn out

 

[Jackmot]

Also, should I be concerned for it to fail in the next few days or do you think I have a little more time?

 

[shakacuz]

Also, should I be concerned for it to fail in the next few days or do you think I have a little more time?

you should have some wiggle room to get things sorted out. the sooner, the better, though.

better to be prepared for the worst before it happens, so maybe look into temporary holding tanks?

 

[Jackmot]

you should have some wiggle room to get things sorted out. the sooner, the better, though.

better to be prepared for the worst before it happens, so maybe look into temporary holding tanks?

Thanks for the reply, exactly what I was thinking so it's time for an update:

Today I went to my LFS to ask for a warranty and their service was great!! I got a new one and then I went to a local glass tank manufacturer in order to get the new one drilled, I should be getting it back on saturday. In the mean time I already laser-cut the black acrylic for the back so hopefully I'm gonna be able to install it the same day I get it back. I'll keep you guys posted!