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.

Limulus’ new full RGB LED pendant named Lyra

Say hello to the Lyra by Limulus. The Lyra is a full RGB LED pendant. Limulus claims that is has the consumption of a 250w while producing 400w DE halide. Lunar cycle and sunrise/sunset is included. Dimming can be adjusted…

Tropic Marine V2 nano protein skimmer

Fresh from Interzoo 2008 a new “high performance” protein skimmers with high build quality. Unlike the other V2 protein skimmers, this is a new nano skimmer for tanks up to 31 gallons. Uses a injection system to create a nice…

Tropic Marine Centre AquaRay LED lighting

In what seems to be the reef industry trend, Tropic Marine has introduced their new AquaRay LED light bar. With this new unit you should be able to have a nice shimmering effect without having to utilize expensive metal halides.…

H&S protein skimmers getting refreshed aquabee impellers

H&S has released new impellers for aquabee pumps. With these new refreshed impellers this allows for a more energy efficient pump, along with running quieter. The shaft is attached permanently to the impeller, and the bearings are inside the silicone…

ProfiLux GHL dosing pumps to hit in July no controller needed

GHL/Profilux now offers dosing pumps that don’t need a full blown controller to operate. If your a fan of the balling method Fauna Marin is now compatible too. So what changed? The controller is now integrated into the dosing system…

Elos Mini 70 Eco Reef System to hit in Late June

We got word that the new mini reef system 70 from elos should hit the US by June. Which means that most local and internet dealers should get these things in for pre-orders in late June as well. We found…

Fauna Marin Ultra Breed Rock commith

New Frag rocks for eggates. Easy to handle and perfect for all coral glues. The small Rock is easy to brake for transport and fixing with Ultra Coral Kit in the decoration. The special mix of the material helps the…

Fauna Marin Ultra AlgeaX released

Fauna Marin released Ultra AlgeaX. Ultra AlgeaX is a very strong and effective solution to remove any hairy or plague type algae growth in Reef Tanks, it also removes dinoflagellates and Briopsis algae. It treats algae plauges in reef aquariums…

Simple and effective guide on reef aquascaping

I was walking down the aisle of a large discount retailer several years ago, I was in the aquatic section looking at anything they might have relating to my favorite hobby: saltwater. They of course did not, but that is…

Korallen-Zucht’s Revolution Mini Hang On Skimmer released

You can now buy Korallen-Zucht’s newest mini hang on skimmer. Their calling it the Revolution. Designed for aquariums up to  700 litres (150 gallons). No word on price, but it should come in below the standard revolution skimmer line. You…