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.

Deltec rolls out new chiller models, EC300-2, EC420-2, EC420-4

We know what your thinking, you have a Deltec protein skimmer and love it. However your metal halides are putting off so much heat that its time to upgrade your chiller. As of this month, you now can stay in…

AquaFx.com is Reef Builders Newest Sponsor!

Everyone here at Reef Builders would like to welcome Aqua Fx to Reef Builders. Aqua Fx supplies the reef aquarium industry with high end Reverse Osmosis systems for your home aquarium. They also carry supplies for Local fish stores RO/DI…

Solana 34 Gallon Nano Aquarium Current USA launched

Seems Current USA doesn’t appreciate JBJ or Red Sea pushing out these “other” nano aquariums. Sure this nano aquarium has your usual everything is built into the back setup, including skimmer. However, there is one thing that Current USA got…

Eshopps gets into the Overflow Box game

Eshopps released overflow boxes for your aquarium. For those of you that don’t want to drill your tank, or don’t want to hassle with it. “Quality overflow boxes feature bulkhead fittings for secure and convenient installation. Use these easy-to-install overflow…

Part 1: Aesthetics…Reef Keeper 2 VS Aqua Controller Jr

Neptune Systems introduced the Aqua Controller Jr to a lot of fan fare. After all, it was one of the first controllers on the market that the average reef keeper could afford. However it wasn’t until later that Neptune Systems…

The Nano-Reef Handbook

A practical guide for the hobbyist who wants to set up and maintain a reef aquarium that is less than 15 gallons. The first half of the book discusses water quality, filtration, lighting, and temperature. The second half provides descriptions…

Aquarium nerds rejoice! Drymate Aquarium Cleaning Mat

One of the biggest problems I always run into when adding something to my tank is getting a small amount of water spilled on the floor. I am starting to just get used to it. Sure you can put a…

Hey Reef Builders! Marc Smith Here.

Wow! What a great place you have here. I will say that I am looking forward to throwing some blogs against the wall, and seeing what will stick! I am a Crazy SPS collector right at this point in my…

Adam Blundell starts a discussion on Nano Aquariums

Adam Blundell now writes for Reef Builders magazine and he continues his Reef Ramblings series with a discussion on Nano Aquariums and their role in delicate animal husbandry. Be sure to hop on over to the Reef Builders Magazine and…

Pimp my ride out: Aquarium Car

A gigantic fish tank made out of a car. Maybe they feed the fish through the sun roof. This car aquarium is in Siam Ocean World in the Siam Paragon center in Bangkok.