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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.

Pump head Loss calculator for saltwater aquariums

One of the many problems of designing and implementing a saltwater aquarium setup is knowing how much of your main sump pump will lose because of head height. This is a very ongoing problem for marine aquarists. This software is…

Rare Blue Lobster being sent to a local Aquarium

As reported earlier it seems to be the year for lobsters. A Blue Lobster was found off the coast of Connecticut. Instead of being taken to the local Red Lobster, this guy was taken to a local aquarium will he…

AWESOME! Reefkeeper 2 Remote Data Logging Hack

We are in Love. We found this amazing hack which you can configure to display your tank status on a website of your choosing. Basically there is some things you need to learn but the link provided walks you thru…

HGTV is looking for amazing saltwater aquariums

HGTV’s television program “Man Land” is looking for “ultimate aquarium rooms” to showcase on one of their upcoming episodes. If you think your tank is “an awesome reef” tank, contact: Ronda Berkeley at LMNO Productions via this phone number: 818-382-4312

Week in Review for reef aquarium news June 4th-10th

Released: Marine Enterprises Crystal Sea Marinemix Salt Mix Released: 24 inch Current USA Nova Extreme 2×24 watt T5 HO 10K/460nm Unique and Rare 2 Color Lobster caught probably not reef safe 75 Gallons of pure reefness and update to my…

Released: Marine Enterprises Crystal Sea Marinemix Salt Mix

Because Quality Does Matter! Wherever there is a need to duplicate natural seawater . . . Crystal Sea® is essential. Scientifically formulated to contain the major, minor, and trace elements to support any form of marine life. Ideally suited for…

Released: 24 inch Current USA Nova Extreme 2×24 watt T5 HO 10K/460nm

Experience a whole new level of brightness * European style high output T5 lamps * Performance driven electronic ballast * Slim design & German parabolic reflector * Energy efficient Simplicity by design The Nova Extreme combines the best in both…

Unique and Rare 2 Color Lobster caught probably not reef safe

Upon seeing this lobster our initial reaction was, alright who photoshoped it? But after some checking it seems to be legit. This lobster was found off the east coast of Maine. The fisherman donated it to a local aquarium. Odds…

75 Gallons of pure reefness and update to my reef aquarium

Here is the latest look on my reef aquarium, my purple tang seems to be really enjoying himself. He is eating through my nori seaweed like a cow eating grass. I keep having to go to the LFS to restock!…

Video of Performing a water change NSFWOK

A quick video we found of a water change, some things could be corrected, but overall this was a good video. They might want to mix in the salt in longer to get a better mix in. Also there are…