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.

Mesh wheel impeller for Fauna Marin Blue Line protein skimmers

Well what do we have here? It seems we have a unique mesh wheel that Fauna Marin is charging extra for and by the looks of this new mesh wheel we are confident it will produce merry of bubbles for…

UK retailers get Fauna Marin Blue line protein skimmers 3

Some UK retailers have been receiving Fauna Marin’s blue line protein skimmers in stock these past weeks. There are 3 models in total, each with the option of either having mesh wheel or needle wheel impellers. Besides all that pricing…

Aqua Illumination LED spotted in the wild

We received a photo, and hopefully more to follow of an Aqua Illumination LED lighting unit out in the wild. The unit from what we can tell is a smaller sized unit, most likely their 24″ or 30″ model. Be…

Current Nova Extreme Pro before and after

We received these before and after shots of a Current Nova extreme pro. The first picture which is below shows what the reef aquarium looked liked before the new Nova Extreme pro lights were added. Shorthly thereafter the new lighting…

Hydor Koralia Wavemaker Controller 4-Way Deluxe MSRP $499

The Hydor Wavemaker controller, the one that effortlessly controls 4 pumps at once with its nice and sleek LCD screen finally gets a price. Retailers are now charging a cool $499 or less depending on who your favorite supplier is,…

Reef Builders Tank of the Month June 2008

My name is Anthony, and this is my 110 Custom Acrylic Closed Loop Tank I have been in the hobby for almost, and this is my 3rd tank. My 1st was a 30 gallon(29) F/W with a Goldfish and a…

Christmas Tree Worms (Spirobranchus giganteus) guide

Christmas trees worms are a popular addition to the modern home aquarium. Sadly most die with a few short months, generally from an array of problems ranging from poor water quality or malnutrition. Christmas tree worms are not for a…

Aquavie from France seeks to close the gap

A company that we have touched on before is Aquavie, made in France, they stick to 3 rules with making protein skimming equipment, simplicity, reliability, effectiveness. This continues with their line of protein skimmers that can handle loads from 500…

Elos E power lighting with icecap ballast and standalone versions

Elos announced that their new e-power lighting that was released at Interzoo 2008 will come with two options for ballasts. The first option is a stand-alone version that will not come with a ballast. You will be responsible for installing…

Reefkeeper Elite unboxing pictures

If you have the inkling to see complete unboxing pictures then you might want to check out Derek M. Rodner’s blog who has a new reefkeeper elite, bugs and all up for display. To see the host of pictures click…