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A Beginners Guide to Reef Dosing

February 15, 2021

If you’re looking for a beginners guide to reef dosing, you’ve come to the right spot. When new hobbyists first get into reef

All You Need to Know About: Nitrate

February 8, 2021

Most novice hobbyists think of nitrate as bad, and in higher amounts, it’s certainly not good for reef tanks. However, corals still require

ATI Essentials Pro vs. Triton Core7: A Comparison of the 2 Dosing Products

February 3, 2021

Many people compare ATI Essentials Pro vs. Triton Core7 because they are both German-made products. Although the products do share many similarities, there

All You Need to Know About: pH

January 14, 2021

pH can be a complex subject, especially for saltwater aquariums. It is essential to not only understand what pH is, but how and

Essentials Pro FAQs

December 22, 2020

Looking for ATI Essentials Pro FAQs? If you have questions, we’ve already got you covered! Below are our most frequently asked questions from

All You Need to Know About: Water Temperature

December 7, 2020

What is Water Temperature? In this case, water temperature is a physical property expressing how hot or cold something is. Why is it

ATI ICP Test: Easy as 1, 2, 3

November 30, 2020

Knowing what’s going on inside your tank’s water shouldn’t be a complicated process. Get a comprehensive look at your tank’s water chemistry using

All You Need to Know About: Salinity

November 23, 2020

What is Salinity? Simply put, salinity is the amount of salt measured in water. Why is it Important? Saltwater fish and coral have

How to Connect the ATI Straton to WiFi

November 13, 2020

Unlike previous ATI fixtures, you can connect the ATI Straton to WiFi home or local networks. Once connected, the control panel can be

Fun Facts About Coral Reefs

October 14, 2020

If you Google “Fun Facts about Coral Reefs,” you will find a ton of great content on the subject. Coral reefs are some

How to Fix Common Troubleshooting Situations with Essentials Pro

How to Fix Common Troubleshooting Situations with ATI Essentials Pro

August 28, 2020

ATI Essentials Pro is a comprehensive, all-in-one dosing system that provides a tank with 28 essential elements. Unlike similar products, it is a

Nano Reef Aquariums: Pros vs. Cons

August 13, 2020

At some point in your life, you saw a coral reef aquarium and you were likely captivated. After some time, you determined you

How to Maximize Coral Growth & Coloration

July 31, 2020

One of the most exciting things about owning a reef aquarium is the satisfaction of growing coral. Not only is it satisfying, but

What is PAR and How Much Do I Need?

July 15, 2020

PAR is a common term you will hear on a regular basis while reading about reef tank lighting. If you’re new to this

Top 5 Reasons to Choose ATI Essentials Over Your Current Dosing Routine

June 30, 2020

There are dozens, if not hundreds, of dosing options available on the market today to supplement your corals needs for calcium, alkalinity, magnesium

ATI Straton LED: Coral Optimized Reef Lighting

June 8, 2020

*** COMING SOON *** The highly anticipated, ATI Straton LED, is unlike any other LED light fixture on the market. The ATI Straton

Most Common Issues for Coral in a Reef Tank

June 1, 2020

A frequent question that comes up among reef aquarium enthusiasts is, “What are the most common issues for coral in a reef tank?”

Top 5 Most Common Problems in a Reef Tank

How to Convert Your Tank to Essentials Pro

May 4, 2020

Have you ever spent hours researching what is the best dosing system for a reef aquarium to bring out the best color and

Top Tips for Changing the Water in Your Aquarium

April 21, 2020

Changing the water in your reef aquarium sounds like an easy task, and for the most part it is. But there are a

How to Clean a Reef Tank: Tips & Tricks

April 7, 2020

When you own a reef tank, the amount of work you put into cleaning and maintaining it shows. And you’re going to want

Water Quality for Reef Tanks (Part 3): The Most Important Additives/Supplements

March 17, 2020

In this article, we will go over the most important additives and supplements for reef tanks. In previous blogs, we’ve discussed the most

LEDs vs T5s: Why T5s Are Still an Excellent Option for Reef Tanks

March 5, 2020

One of the longest running debates in the aquarium industry has been LEDs vs T5s and which lighting is best for aquariums. Over

Water Quality for Reef Tanks (Part 2): The Most Important Tests

February 19, 2020

Last week, we covered the most important parameters in Water Quality for Reef Tanks (Part 1) and why they are important for maintaining

Water Quality for Reef Tanks (Part 1): The Most Important Parameters

February 13, 2020

One of the first things that we learn when starting a reef tank is how important it is to keep an eye on

How Should I Measure for a New Aquarium?

January 13, 2020

People often ask the question: How should I measure for a new aquarium? Once you’ve determined where you wish to place your aquarium

How to Burn-in / Season T5 Bulbs for Use with an LED Powermodule Fixture

December 23, 2019

As we discussed in our Dimmable Sunpower burn-in series, burning-in your T5 bulbs prior to dimming is an absolute must to: (1) ensure

How Do I Optimize & Drive Growth with ATI Nutrition?

December 9, 2019

What is ATI Nutrition? ATI Nutrition is a nutrient management dosing system that improves coral growth and controls the growth of nuisance algae,

Product Highlights: ATI T5 Bulbs

November 25, 2019

Our T5 bulbs were first introduced to the market in 2000, so they have a long track record of success. T5 bulbs combine

Saltwater Aquarium Lighting for Beginners

October 29, 2019

For beginners, saltwater aquarium lighting is one of the most difficult aspects to understand and grasp. Before we go into saltwater aquariums, let’s

Where Should I Put My Aquarium?

October 21, 2019

One of the more common questions people ask is, “Where should I put my aquarium?” People often inquire about the ideal size as

ATI Essentials Pro: Simplify Your Dosing Routine

October 14, 2019

ATI Essentials Pro is a laboratory-grade, 2-part solution for dosing elements to your saltwater reef aquarium. We’ve made dosing easy. The reason why

How to Approximate the Sun with a Dimmable SunPower

October 7, 2019

Sample Programs for a Dimmable SunPower Fixture We’re frequently asked by our customers, “What is the best program for my Dimmable Sunpower?” While

ATI Lighting – LED Powermodule (WiFi-Enabled): How to Perform a Factory Reset

September 30, 2019

Just like a work computer, sometimes the best solution to an unusual behavior or issue with your device is by rebooting the system

ATI Lighting – LED Powermodule (Non-WiFi): How to Perform a Factory Reset

September 25, 2019

You may wish to perform a factory reset on an ATI LED Powermodule Hybrid Fixture (Non-WiFi) for any of the following reasons: Is

ATI Lighting: How to Program a Dimmable Sunpower

September 17, 2019

Congratulations on your new Dimmable Sunpower! Let’s get started getting your fixture up and running. Before Programming Plug Your Light into Permanent Outlet

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