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simplicity - aqua design amano

Aqua design amano is at the forefront of modern aquariums. There are many companies that are trying to break into this area, but no one has touched the simplicity and “wabi” nature of ADA. They offer a flawless complete line for FW tanks and are becoming more SW friendly with time, or so it […]

March 19, 2008
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lighting innovations

the japanese are at it again…with the recent development of self-ballasted metal halide spots, a few manufacturers have made them in a higher kelvin (10 & 14K) for reef applications.  these would be great for supplementing individual colonies on large tanks or core lighting for nanos. the clip system makes it easy to use and […]

February 17, 2008
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stream loop

we’ve been intrigued lately at the use of closed loops and mj1000 “loops” used by many japanese reefers. it allows flow to be directed towards the coral (front to back) without actualy viewing the pump. the black triangle flow directors seem particularly popular.becoming just as popular on many japanese reef blogs is the […]

November 25, 2007
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japanese reefs

when you get a chance check out logan’s site http://prodibio.climatestudios.com/ to read his updates on prodibio in his system.here are some pictures taken from the links posted to the right. as you can these reefers spend a tremendous amount of time on design and color. i also appreciate like their interest in the unusual… […]

October 9, 2007
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