2013 MCES - Michigan Coral Expo and Swap Raffle Items

[BeakerBob]

As the January 27, 2013 date for the MCES (Michigan Coral Expo and Swap) nears, the raffle prizes are starting to arrive! See the raffle items below and their descriptions. This is the largest swap in Michigan!! We have some very unique and expensive items that will be raffled, including many dry goods, equipment and livestock. Note that you MUST be present to win as prizes will NOT be mailed or delivered.

For additional information on the swap, see the announcement thread HERE.

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REEFLO BLOWHOLE 850 HIGH WATER PUMP:
Three unique features:
*3-Speed Adjustable Flow switch - The BlowHole TM pumps by ReeFlo feature a unique 3-speed AdjustaFlow switch that allows you to instantly choose flow rates, pressure and watt draw from three different settings. Cut the flow and watt draw in half during the night or at feeding time and then instantly switch back when desired.

*Very low heat transfer - The BlowHole TM pumps feature a FlowThru design that prevents the water from picking up motor heat while churning inside the pump head. The BlowHole TM uses an aluminum cast motor which dissipates heat before it can reach the water.

*Nearly Silent Operation - The BlowHole TM pumps employ graphite motor bearings to ensure the quietest operation. You will have to put your ear near it to hear it.

Features
- Unique 3-speed AdjustaFlow switch
- FlowThru Design
- Nearly Silent operation
- Less than 6x6x6 inch footprint
- 1x1 inch threaded fittings
- 2 Year replacement warranty

AQUA FX BARRACUDA RO/DI (AquaFx) RO/DI UNIT:
You know you need it, now is the time to get one of the best RO/DI units available! The Barracuda is a Reverse Osmosis and Deionization system. The standard unit comes with 1-micron sediment filtration, a carbon block for VOC reduction, TFC membrane, and a color indicting deionization (DI) resin cartridges.

The Barracuda offers the following features:

• High efficiency 1-micron sediment pre-filter
• 2-micron chlorine guzzler carbon block pre-filter or our exclusive chlorine and chloramine-removal filters
• High flow/ high rejection TFC membrane
• High-efficiency color-changing DI cartridge
• 160 PSI pressure gauge marked with operating and unsafe ranges
• In-Line TDS meter (Not Standard)
• Solid Aluminum "no-rust" metal mounting bracket
• Clear 10" filter cartridge housings

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All systems include quick connect fittings, a shut off valve, a filter wrench for easy cartridge replacement, and your choice of a feed adaptor.

TUNZE TURBELLE NANOSTREAM 6015:

• For aquariums from 40 to 200 litres (10 to 55 USgal.).
• Flow rate: about 1,800 l/h (475 US gal./h).
• Energy consumption: 3,5W.
• Voltage / frequency: 230V/50Hz (115V/60Hz).
• Cable length: 2 m (78.7 in.).
• Dimensions: diam. 70 mm (2.7 in.).
• Outlet: diam. 40/15 mm (1.5 / .59 in.).
• Magnet Holder up to a glass thickness of 10 mm (.39 in.).

TUNZE TURBELLE NANOSTREAM 6015

Propeller technology

Low motor heat

3D adjustment

Includes Magnet Holder

FROM REEFNUTRITION:
Three bottles of each of the following great products!!

• -R.O.E. Real Oceanic Eggs: With an egg size range of 0.7 mm to 1.5 mm, R.O.E. is suitable for a broad range of Fish, LPS & NPS Corals, and other invertebrates such as Anemones, Zoanthids and
  Palythoa. R.O.E. Real Oceanic Eggs are super-concentrated marine fish eggs harvested from Northern Seas. They contain high levels of omega-3 & omega-6 fatty acids.
• -Phyto-Feast: Phyto-Feast is a blend of the most important marine microalgae, those chosen by universities and hatcheries for their superior nutritional value: Pavlova, Isochrysis, Thalassiosira, Tetraselmis and Nannochloropsis.
• -Roti-Feast: For superior color, vitality and growth-rates Roti-Feast is a highly nutritious plankton feed perfect for hardcorals, larval fish, and other reef carnivores that feed on small zooplankton
• -Arcti-Pods: Arcti-Pods are large, nutrition-packed planktonic copepods (3000 microns) harvested fresh from artic waters. In the ocean, copepods form the basis for much of the marine food chain.
• -Tigger-Pods: Tigger-Pods are attractive large red copepods, Tigriopus califoricus. They swim upwards with a stimulating, jerky swimming motion which is attractive to both fish and people. Finicky fish love them!
• -Macro Feast: Macro-Feast - Gracilaria pacifica is simply the best live feed for all of your herbivorous fishes. Hard to feed Tangs, Moorish Idols and Angels, simply love this algae, and its presence will help the feeding response of most other finicky fish as well.
• -Fuzzy Phytes: Fuzzy-Phytes are live red macroalgae with very fine filamentous branches. Their nutritional value is similar to other red algae.
• -Oyster Feast: Reef Nutrition's Oyster-Feast is a mix of both oyster eggs and ovarian tissue (1-200 microns) for feeding SPS,LPS corals, and other invertebrates.
• -Mysis Feast: Mysis-Feast is refrigerated, concentrated freshwater shrimp harvested by Piscine Energetics from pristine cold lakes fed by mountain glaciers. Mysis feed on phytoplankton and have a balanced nutritional profile high in Omega-3 and -6 fatty acids.

AND A REEFNUTRITION BREEDERS SPECIAL!!! Two complete Hobbyist Breeder Packs of each listed below!

• --Otohime Marine Weaning Diet: Otohime Marine Weaning Diets from Japan provide superior nutrition for juvenile and adult fish. They are specifically formulated for feeding to marine fish, as compared to formulas developed for freshwater fish that have added ingredients for marine fish. Otohime is the "next generation" of the Biokyowa product line, providing better nutrition, improved survival rates, and improved feeding response. Packed with oxygen and moisture absorbers, in oxygen and moisture-impermeable, light-proof bags. For maximum shelf life and nutritional value, store refrigerated (41F / 5C or below).
• --TDO (Top–Dressed OTO): TDO is the top-selling hatchery larval finfish diet "top dressed" with Haematococcus (astaxanthin source), natural feed stimulants, a natural immune-stimulant, and more! Packed with oxygen and moisture absorbers, in oxygen and moisture-impermeable, light-proof bags. For maximum shelf life and nutritional value, store refrigerated (41F / 5C or below).

MORE ITEMS TO COME!!! Watch this thread for more items as they arrive and are posted!!​

 

[BeakerBob]

Here it is.....More Raffle Items for you!!

An AQUA ADVANTAGE HANGER 8 Watt UV STERILIZER:
The Advantage Series is ideal for small ponds, aquariums, and water features. Advantage UV's are slim, lightweight units designed for maximum UV effectiveness. Aqua Ultraviolet UV's will clear your water in 3 to 5 days sometimes overnight and keep it that way. Performance is guaranteed when sized, installed and operated according to our instructions.

• -Salt Water Sterilizer: up to 70 gallons; Flowrate - 214gph for 90,000 uw/cm2
• -Dimensions: 12.5" X 5.5" X 2.75"

AIR WATER AND ICE - EXTREME 5 STAGE RO/DI REEFKEEPER UNIT:
This is the top end of RO/DI units - look no further - this is EXTREME!! Not only do you get the 5 stages of filtration for the best RO/DI water to put in your tank, you also get all the monitoring equipment necessary to monitor and maintain the best water quality.

• The TDS alarm has a red light that flashes to remind you to do maintenance.
• The hand held digital TDS meter is for testing your feed water quality and any other source of potable water.
• The Dual probe dual reading digital in-line EC meter reads membrane and D.I. water TDS.
• The frame mounted psi gauge (0-100)
• Totally automatic shut off system includes float valve and ASOV.
• ASOV: This valve is activated by water pressure and shuts water to system off, no need for electrical devices.
• Float valve keeps your Rubbermaid storage tank full and activates the ASOV.
• The Fast flush membrane saving feature comes installed.

With this combination of psi gauge and TDS equipment you will never be at a loss about how the system is functioning.

 

[BeakerBob]

All you need now is to frag your corals.....what could be sweeter than winning this saw in the raffle?

INLAND HOBBY DFS-100 REEFKEEPER SAW

As seen in Reef Hobbyist Magazine! Coral fragging has just gotten easier with the ReefKeeper saw. It is made to meet the specific needs of Reef Aquarists:

- Reduced Heat Transfer Yields More Viable Frags: Heat is the enemy when cutting corals; it destroys tissue and seriously affects viability, especially with sensitive species like chalice corals. The DFS-100 ReefKeeper Saw employs a continuously cooled narrow diamond blade to dramatically reduce heat transfer to the delicate tissue when cutting. Less heat means more viable frags can become healthy colonies to swap or sell.

- Clearance to Handle Larger Specimens: Saw through materials as tall as 3 1/2" - something you can't do with cut-ff wheels, tile saws, or any other band saw. So go ahead, tackle that Tubastrea or Favites or any large specimen with confidence.

- Narrow Cutting Path: Rotary tools and tile saws plow a wide swath through your valuable stock. The narrow diamond blade of the DFS-100 ReefKeeper Saw is removing the least possible amount of material as it cuts, resulting in less waste—up to three times less!

 

[BeakerBob]

:roll:Raffle tickets are $1 each for a chance to win!! :roll:
You must be present to win. Funds generated from the raffle and swap are used for educational purposes to promote the marine aquarium hobby at schools and other educational institutions by the Mid-Michigan Marine Club (MMMC) and the Grand Rapids Marine Aquarium Society (GRMAS).

MMMC is a non-profit charitable organization covering the Greater Lansing, Michigan area. The club is dedicated to increasing the knowledge of both captive and wild reefs. In doing so, we hope to promote the preservation our world's coral reefs and increase enthusiasm toward responsible reef keeping. Further, the Club is dedicated through its charitable activities to promote the education, conservation and scientific education of K-12 grade students through the use of marine aquariums in the classrooms. It is our goal to increase enthusiasm for scientific and raise general appreciation for reef ecosystems. The future of our coral reefs depends on next generation of stewards of our world.



:attention: WHAT !!?? You don't want to part with a buck to win one of these fantastic prizes? OK...Free Stuff!! while they last....get here early!

• Drs. Foster and Smith goodie bags
  

• Instant Ocean: Tons of Food and Additives available
  

• Stop by the Seachem booth for a free package of Reef Dip to treat your new frags.Seachem will also have samples of their new NutriDiet food line.

• Rods Foods will also have some swag and samples available

• Plus....... more goodies available.....check out the various tables!

 

[BeakerBob]

Nuvo Aquarium - Nano 16 from Innovative Marine through Preuss Pets. If you have not yet seen this tank, go to the Tiki Island at Preuss....it rocks!!

A WINDOW TO THE SEA..........Nuvo Aquarium - Nano 16

More viewing, More power, More flow! Be the envy of all who see the new panoramic desktop aquarium that boasts 24" of viewing from end to end. The ideal choice for hobbyists with higher bioloads. Two overflow intakes, two 8 watt SkkyeLight LEDs and two return nozzles keep water clean and clear.
These elegant aquariums come complete with all the necessary filtration, lighting, and water flow required for a healthy ecosystem. Showcase your new living art on our custom acrylic pedestal to create a focal point wherever it's placed.

FEATURES
Aquarium:

• 16 Gallon Capacity
• 6 mm Bent Glass
• Tempered Glass Lid & Clips
• Acrylic Pedestal

Lighting:

• (2) 8 Watt SkkyeLight LED Illumination
• Discreet Power Cord Channel
• Low Voltage Transformer
• Independent Power Cords

Filtration:

• Acrylic Filter Wall w/ Dual Overflows
• (2) Media Baskets
• Mechanical Sponges
• Activated Carbon Sponges
• Phosphate Sponges
• (2) Flare Nozzles
• Designated Heater Column
• Designated Refugium Column

 

[BeakerBob]

Yes!!! We have live corals in the raffle!! Here are some of the corals that will be in the raffle. All pictures taken under LED lighting.

Plates! What a plate! This is an incredible colored fungia LPS coral. The Short Tentacle Plate Coral is easy to maintain in the reef aquarium and makes an excellent candidate for the beginner reef aquarist. It requires moderate lighting combined with moderate water movement within the aquarium.

This plate is difficult to take a picture of due to its purple & blue colors, but it looks great!

This is an island of softies all on one rock! It's almost like a pizza made of red, green and blue mushrooms, a generous assortment of zoas and palys, and topped off with some green star polyps.

A large purple/blue favia complete with red eyes surrounded by a lighter blue eyeliner.

Of course we had to select a gorgeous frogspawn for the raffle.

Check out this Meat coral! The Acanthophyllia deshayesiana is also known as the Meat or Button Coral. The Button Coral is easy to care for and is great for beginners due to the hardiness of this species. Providing low to moderate lighting or indirect bright lighting is suggested, as well as a lower water current to allow for full expansion of the polyp.

The Trachyphyllia Brain Coral is also referred to as a Folded Brain, or Crater Coral and is a large polyp stony (LPS) coral.

This Pectinia coral literally glows in the dark under LED's with spooky looking eyes!

Lot's more corals will be in the raffle on Sunday. Check out the raffle tank to see what is in it!

 

[creefer]

Great stuff!! Looking forward to the swap for sure.