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In case there was any chance you have missed coldmarineguy's thread on his amazing 300 gallon coldwater marine tank - go check that out - after you see his latest: behold the coldmarineguy reef video. 8)

Latest press release from EcoTech...



EcoTech Marine, the company that revolutionized the reef aquarium propeller pump, has launched the EcoSmart driver. The latest in a series of groundbreaking technological advancements for the market, the EcoSmart driver has exciting new modes and a wider wireless range. EcoTech Marine expects the new driver to begin shipping with VorTech pumps by the end of March 2010.

“EcoSmart is the culmination of 18 months of development and our efforts at complimenting the best pump technology on the market with the most versatile, controllable and customizable driver ever manufactured,” said Tim Marks, president of EcoTech Marine. “The current VorTech wave driver is ground-breaking in its ability to deliver high performance and extensive functionality right out of the box. EcoSmart takes...

We all know about Reef Octopus' protein skimmers, but did you know they had a HOB refugium on the market now? The Reef Octopus Eco 1000 Refugium has been sold out at BRS for a while, but 3reef Sponsor Reef Specialty is picking some up this month. This 24" x 4" x 12" is bare bones, but if you are just looking for a HOB fuge box and pump, this might fit the bill for under $200.

Reef Octopus Eco 1000 Refugium

Using the power of photosynthesis, the Octopus Eco range of filters remove ammonia, nitrates and phosphates that accumulate in your system, reducing the need for frequent water changes and helping combat nuisance algae in your display tank. Eco also functions as a food cultivating refuge for Cope pods which helps maintain your aquariums PH. Octopus Eco is the perfect symbiotic component of your reef system.

Cultivation of Live Food

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Coral fragging has just gotten easier with the ReefKeeper saw. It is made to meet the specific needs of Reef Aquarists.

Features:

-Made specifically for fragging corals. Use on stony corals, soft corals, and live rock.

-The stainless steel diamond coated blade won't contaminate your tank with copper.

-Inexpensive, replaceable BladeSert blade guides make the most intricate cuts simple.

-Sturdy Thermoplastic work table won't corrode.

-Drain channels funnel coolant into the internal drain system for a clean, clear view while sawing.

-The upper blade guide is adjustable for varying material thickness.

-The spring-loaded tension system, molded into the frame, insures proper wheel alignment, simple blade setup, and perfect tracking hour after hour, and enhances blade life.

-The motor is permanent magnet, high torque, with built in speed control.

-The frame, cover, and water reservoir are molded entirely from structural grade thermoplastic making it corrosion...

In case you missed it, 3reef Sponsor TB Aquatics has been beating the drum about a cool new addition - the Checker Phosphate Photometer from Hanna Instruments. And, looking at it, it is hard not to see why. It is an easy-to-use, fairly accurate photometer for around $40! If you ever have had an algae problem, you may want to get in line for this one. It will be shipping within a couple weeks.

The HI 713 Checker® HC portable handheld colorimeter

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