Re: ATM fwrd msg: trouble finding stuff

[Cary Chleborad <bennu@ns.net>]

Mel Bartels wrote:

>         I've been calling local hardware stores in search of various
> ATM needs.  Thus far, little luck!  I'd appreciate it if anyone could
> point me at any chain stores (e.g., hardware stores) that carry
> the following:
>
>         - PVC pipe in diameters greater than 4"
>         - PVC storm drain covers in diameters greater than 4"
>         - 1" square porcelain bathroom tile (I can cut these if
> necessary)
>         - Sonotube (in diameters in the 8" - 14" range)
>
> No one at the local hardware stores has even HEARD of Sonotube,
> much less knows what it is and where to get it.  Home Depot
> seems to be pretty much a complete wash, as do two other local
> hardware stores.
>
>         For those of you looking at barriers to new ATM's, here's
> one right here.  Most existing ATM's seem to be good "scroungers",
> but life is pretty difficult for those of us who have no inclination
> to
> frequent swap meets, junkyards, etc, etc.
>
>         --Cathy James

To help in your quest....

the manufacturer of sonotube is SONOCO, .. hence the name sonotube. 
Give them a call at 1-800-700-8823, or 1-800-590-3681 and ask them for a
sonotube dealer in your area. You can also visit their web page at
http://www.sonoco.com

for pvc look in your local yellow pags under irrigation supply
companies, they should have what you're looking for. FYI large diameter
PVC is frighteningly expensive.

I assume you are looking for tile to use on a tool.  I use the home
depot garden variety of 1" squares and they work ok.

hope this helps