The open top design creates a feeling of space and natural beauty that a traditional canopy would destroy, but as with any design feature this does have its downside. Evaporation can occur more quickly leading to more frequent top ups and, although rare, some fish can jump out of open top aquariums. Fish, when stressed, will naturally try to head to a light source. This is why we always recommend dimming room lights and turning off aquarium lights for a couple of days whenever new fish are introduced to an aquarium, to give them a chance to settle in.

To combat these issues without destroying the calming beauty of the chi, Fluval have recently launched a special Fluval chi cover. Made from translucent perspex, the cover is formed to sit perfectly on either chi model with a cutout to fit around the filter attachment and, once in place, blends beautifully with the look of the aquarium. The cover helps slow evaporation and will prevent any wayward fish from being able to leap from the tank.

The Fluval chi Aquarium Cover is widely available from aquatic retailers now.

The first change you notice is the aesthetic – a sporty looking black, red and white livery now adorns the filter casing. The real changes though are not immediately obvious until you delve a little deeper.

Easy to Start

A completely re-engineered priming mechanism makes the Fluval ’06 child’s play to get started. Just a few pumps of the new, strengthened priming handle and you’re off and running.

15% More Power

The new filters are more powerful than their predecessors without increasing power usage, thanks to some clever mechanical changes which allow the filter to work more efficiently. Each model now moves up to 15% more water than its predecessor for better circulation and cleaner, healthier water.

Silence is golden

The Fluval has always been a quiet filter, but now it’s practically silent thanks to a completely re-engineered impeller and impeller cover. At the contact points between the impeller and cover sit tiny ceramic rings which are virtually friction free, reducing vibration and noise to a bare minimum for almost silent running.

Easy To Maintain

The patented Aqua-Stop system effortlessly stops water flow with no mess or leaks and the new, strengthened lift-lock handles allow easy access inside the filter. Quick-change mechanical foam media is easy to remove and the new Bio Foam media supplied (206, 306 and 406 models only) creates additional space for beneficial bacteria to breed.

Range details

Fluval 106: 550LPH, for aquariums up to 100L. 2 media baskets
Fluval 206: 780LPH, for aquariums up to 200L. 3 media baskets
Fluval 306: 1150LPH, for aquariums up to 300L. 3 media baskets
Fluval 406: 1450LPH, for aquariums up to 400L. 4 media baskets

The Fluval ’06 Filter range is available now from good aquatic retailers.

For more information or to find a stockist visit www.hagen.com

The Fluval Edge is one of the most popular and iconic nano aquariums available today. 2011 will see the launch of the redesigned Edge range with a larger size option and a new ‘Day & Night’ LED lighting system.

Meet Edge’s Big Brother!

As well as the standard 23 litre/6 US gal model the new Fluval Edge range will include a large 46 litre/12 US gal aquarium. The larger aquarium has the same footprint as the standard model, so it won’t take up extra linear space. The ‘double height’ design allows more room for creative aquascaping and a larger viewing area to enjoy the beauty of your aquatic creation.

Light up your life, day or night!

With new Edge comes a completely re-designed lighting system. Super bright LED bulbs (21 bulbs on the 23L model, 42 bulbs on the 46L model) with a 7600k spectrum create a strong, white light. A flick of a switch activates night mode, where 3 blue LEDs cast a cool moonlight glow over your aquascape, perfect as a night-light.

Got an Edge? Go LED!

If you have a Fluval Edge aquarium already you can now enjoy all the benefits of LED lighting without buying a whole new aquarium! The Fluval Edge LED bulb set includes two splash proof high intensity LED bulbs to replace the halogen bulbs originally supplied. LED lighting emits a brighter, cleaner light and with a power consumption of just 1.8W each they are over five times cheaper to run than the original halogen bulbs.

White…it’s the new black!

New Edge now comes in a stunning gloss white finish that will blend perfectly with the latest home décor. Gloss black and Pewter (23L only) finishes are also available.

We asked aquascaping expert George Farmer from the UK Aquatic Plant Society (UKAPS) to ‘scape the new 46L model; to see how it turned out and to get some great aquascaping tips check out the video here:

The new Fluval Edge aquarium range will be available soon from good aquatic retailers. To find a local stockist visit www.hagen.com.

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The new Fluval CO2 kits have made PFK’s Nathan Hill all excited…

He writes…

“These items really excite me. They are affordable, CO2 injectors for nano systems and small tanks — and, what’s more, they have regulators!

The CO2 88 kit is everything a budding plant grower could want. It’s small and discreet, incredibly easy to use and looks modern.

The disposable 88g CO2 cartridge simply attaches to the regulator by screwing into place and punching a hole in the top to release the gas. A pressure gauge tells you how much force there is, enabling you to see when the canister is running low. The needle valve is a dream, giving a smooth action that allows for precise regulation.”

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PFK writer Nathan Hill said: “I’d happily buy one of these tanks — so much so that I’m keeping the test sample as a project.”

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You’ll find information on Fluval EDGE, Chi, EBI, Flora and Spec aquaria, along with species recommendations for each tank and information on all the accessories available to beautify and maintain your underwater masterpiece.

Check it out today!

The 4,500-gallon freshwater fish tank is 7ft (2.1m) deep and 13ft (4m) wide.

It cost Jack Heathcote from Carlton £5,000 to create and is home to several stingrays, two turtles, a catfish and a 4ft (1.2m) alligator gar fish.

Mr Heathcote said he had had a passion for fish since childhood and dreamt of building a 50,000 gallon tank and breaking the world record for a private aquarium, currently held by an American.

View the full story and video interview here

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Check out the in depth video review of the revolutionary Fluval G filter by Jeremy Gay, editor of Practical Fish Keeping magazine. The video covers some key features of one of the most advanced filters ever created, along with a comprehensive setup guide.

For more information visit www.fluval-g.com where you can currently download a voucher saving you up to £50 / $75 on the normal purchase price! Terms and conditions apply, see voucher for details.

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