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.

Baby McCulloch’s Clownfish captured on video

New video pops out on those small McCulloch’s Clownfish that we have seen slowly growing up. Interestingly enough, this guy seems to be all alone in one tank, either done for video purposes or the folks at live Aquaira just…

Calculator makes it easy for DIY LED projects

It’s been several months since we have last heard anything product related  from the patent lawsuit involving Oribtec and PFO. As we grow restless and look for other LED lighting options, one such option that doesn’t involve any “patent” infringement…

Korallen Zucht Revolution mini hang-on skimmer gets small cone treatment

For the few people that will purchase a Korallen Zucht Revolution skimmer this year you might want to look at the new hang on back skimmer that just got itself done up with a cone design. The original skimmer (which…

Now is the time to buy a Teco chiller, 20% off

This isn’t something you see everyday. Teco has gone crazy and gave Reef Builders readers a 20% discount on all chiller models. This doesn’t happen very often. Wait. This hasn’t happened before, ever! If you are in need of a…

New pump for Tunze Nano Doc Protein skimmer

While the rest of the world has been busy copying Tunze deisgns, Tunze has been busy improving them. One of their most popular products, the Nano DOC Protein Skimmer 9002 has been upgraded. The popular silence pump which we spied…

Aquarium Stimulus Program: Prodibio Biokit Reef

Want to get your hands on a Prodibio reef Biokit? This is our 3rd set. Here is your chance, be sure to read the rules below. Become a Fan of Reef Builders on Facebook. It’s easy, just go here and…

ATB Deluxe Skimmer Line closer to US shores

While a few of us our out enjoying our summer vacations ATB has been busy over in Austria in developing the next generation skimmer designs. The newest is the ATB Deluxe skimmer line which is hefty skimmer designed for larger…

17 days later Mccullochi Clownfish fry are growing up

You remember those Mccullochi Clownfish fry a few weeks ago? Well the little suckers grew. 17 days later they look like this, with stripes that are starting to appear and develop. Any guesses as to when these fish might show…

Signature Series Aquarium Moonlight from R2

If you need a lightweight and durable blue LED lighting unit then the newer R2 signature series moonlights are perfect for you. “They utilize ultra blue LEDs spaced at intervals of 2 inches to ensure complete coverage resulting in a…

Fluval Edge Aquarium seen in the wild

While Fluval isn’t about to rest and sit on its laurels, they aren’t a stranger to releasing new products with the impending release of their new G series filter. However, you might have forgotten about the Fluval Edge Aquarium that…