Hydor USA files complaint against Jebao with U.S. International Trade Commission

Sadly Chinese knockoffs of aquarium products perpetuates our industry. Sure it brings in some more affordable products, but the downside is the loss of revenue against patented products for the true innovators in the industry. Hydor USA is now drawing…

Orbitec gets one patent claim thrown out, others reexamined

Looks like the United States and Patent Trademark office has starting to investigate Orbitec. Thanks to our devoted reef community.  We broke news last year that Orbitec was damaging the aquarium industry with their far reaching patent and since then…

LEDs in Action: DIY LED Lighting by SMGS,LLC

‘LEDs in Action’ is a new mini series from Reef Builders to highlight the importance and potential of LED technology for the home aquarium. Sure, LED lights are facing the end of the line for the aquarium industry. Who knows…