Acrylic, scientifically known as polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA), is a highly transparent polymer material.Its history can be traced back to the 1930s, when German and British scientists synthesized this new type of plastic almost simultaneously.Due to its high transparency, light weight and high strength,acrylic was first used in the aviation industry during World War II.At that time, acrylic was used to manufacture the cockpit covers of aircraft and the observation windows of submarines.This is also the stage when the characteristics of acrylic, which are crystal clear and steel tough, were first recognized and utilized by people.
In the latter half of the 20th century, with the advancement of synthetic technology and processing techniques, acrylic began to gradually enter the civilian sector.Acrylic is often used in industries such as advertising light boxes, window displays, medical equipment, and building decoration.Acrylic has gradually become a material that combines both beauty and practicality.In the field of aquarium engineering, the advantages of acrylic are fully demonstrated.
Compared with traditional glass, acrylic has a light transmittance of over 92%.Even thick sheets can maintain clarity and transparency.It won’t have the green refraction like glass does.The impact resistance of acrylic is more than ten times that of ordinary glass.It can withstand the water pressure of large fish tanks or the huge water pools in marine parks.This feature makes acrylic an ideal choice for building large fish tanks and ocean tunnels.Many of the world’s renowned aquariums, including their viewing tunnels and large viewing tanks, rely on acrylic sheets for support.
Starting from aerospace materials, acrylic has undergone decades of development and has now become an indispensable core material in modern aquarium engineering.Arris relies on this material advantage, combined with professional design and construction experience.We create a safe, clear and breathtaking viewing experience for our customers.Whether it’s customized aviation glass or large-scale oceanarium projects.Arris can offer reliable solutions, enabling people to get closer to the underwater world in the most intuitive way.
