Ryan Gripp
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Ryan Gripp founded Reef Builders in 2006. He writes about technology, industry and other associated news relating to saltwater fish tanks. He went to Depaul University and has been keeping reef tanks for over 15 years.

Tunze’s new AT5000 Chiller that can handle up to 400 gallons

The newest chiller coming out of Tunze is the ultra new AT5000. This thing can handle aquarium from 100-400 gallons without any problems. The BTU is rated at 5000, which is about double on similar sized models. Can run between…

My reef creations new needlewheel pump seen, touched

The new needlewheel pump that My Reef Creations has been working on has been touched at MACNA. The unit which uses a needlwheel design is said to get somewhere in the 2400 lph range. That option should cost you about…

New Mogul based metal halide LED replacement lamp shines vs others

Mogul based metal halide LED replacement lamp installs in any fixture, canopy or retro fit. No ballast needed. It runs off of a standard household wall plug 120 VAC. Amazing output, no heat transfer to the tank, instant on, bulb…

Hikari’s new large silversides, your tank will love them

Hikari released new large silversides. This pack which is one of the largest we’ve seen for saltwater aquaria has begun shipping. Retail is going to be around $11 and you should ask your favorite LFS or online retailer.

Live At the Banquet: Georgia World Aquarium at MACNA

We are live at the Georgia world Aquarium tonight. Food is courtesy of Wolf Gang puck catering, although Mr. Puck is no were in sight. However the executive chef says that the food will be good. And the first course,…

Neo Zeo from Brightwell Aquatics Zeolite media

Neo Zeo, a new product from Brightwell Aquactics is a zeolite media. The media which is designed for aquarium media reactors is wanting to be your new best friend. It’s great at removing organic compounds and best used in conjunction…

Deep Water rock, it’s fake, uses magnets and safe

These “rocks” like the above picture shows are held in place by magnets. Their fake rocks made from non toxic and inert ingredients. Each and every piece is different and since they are held in place by magnets you can…

AccliMate by Reef Gently will make your life easier

This new device being demo’d here at MACNA is a solution to a lot of your problems. The unit which is patent pending let’s you transport livestock from say a local store, a bristle worm trap, and a fish trap.…

Video: EcoTech Marine MP20 Vortech in action

EcoTech Marine’s new uber cool MP20 Vortech was pushing around water, and we happend to be around to get some video of it. It retails for about $300 and it rated for tanks up to 70 gallons. Also of note…

TECO Seachill TR60 want’s to beat up your house AC unit, would probably win

That TECO seachill TR30 we showed you earlier is similar to this unit, it uses the same outside face, and thats about it. Inside you’ll find a full 1HP chiller ready for your aquarium up to 1300 gallons. Having the…