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10th November 2005 - TMC launch V2Skim Protein Skimmers

V2Skim Protein Skimmers are high performance skimmers for aquariums between 400 and 1500 litres, featuring a patented venturi system ensuring intensive, efficient skimming of proteins and other toxins.

Units come complete with a high performance pump, water level dial, large foam collection cup and a unique adjustable outlet hose assembly.

1st April 2005 - New Books Available From TMC Publishing

A number of new marine books are now available from TMC and can be purchased on-line at www.tmc-publishing.com:-

Pocket Expert Guide to Marine Invertebrates

This eagerly awaited second volume in the Pocket Expert Guide series is an essential, concise reference book which covers:-

• All popular and commonly available marine invertebrates.

• Captive care and breeding advice for both the beginner and expert aquarist.

It contains more than 450 colour photographs and is an up-to-date, authoritative guide to some of nature's most beautiful and bizarre marine animals.

Corals - Indopacific Field Guide

This identification guide covers all coral groups, and with a wealth of background information it is suitable for both divers and aquarists. Today the term "coral reef" calls to mind one of the most fascinating and varied environments on our planet. Coral reefs are formed by tiny polyps that draw lime from the sea water and shape it into cup-like habitats. Millions of these minuscule cups are joined together in rows and layers to form huge limestone structures.

With more than 1000 photographs and several captivating short stories, this book provides a breathtaking panorama of the coral world and identifies its inhabitants like gorgonians, stoloniferans, soft corals, sea pens and the popular stony corals as well as sea anemones, black and fire corals. 305 pages.

The SUPER Simple Guide to Corals

Reef aquariums are more popular than ever, and there is a real need for accurate, reliable and easy-to-read information on corals. Unlike larger and more comprehensive books "The Super Simple Guide to Corals" is written for "reefers" who are just getting their feet wet in this wonderful and fascinating hobby. Make no mistake about it, this book may be "super simple" in design, but its 136 pages contain a wealth of information.

Reef Invertebrates - An Essential Guide to Selection, Care & Compatibility

A healthy reef aquarium hosts much more than just corals and fish. This book explores the broad variety of invertebrate organisms that reef aquarists often keep. The frequently encountered incidental acquisitions, "hitch hikers" on live rock and corals, and from live sand, are also addressed. Reserving coverage of corals and anemones for a separate volume, this book includes:- Crustaceans, Giant Clams, Other Mollusks, Echinoderms, Worms, Sponges and Algaes.

Complete coverage of individual selection, system planning and long term care of these organisms is combined with taxonomic information and practical advice. Each section is packed with helpful tips for the successful husbandry of invertebrates appropriate for captive marine aquaria. 398 pages.

1st January 2005 - TMC Launches New Pond Clear Advantage UV Pond Clarifiers

TMC's UV pond clarifiers have been market leaders for more than 20 years and the Company has just launched its new Pond Clear Advantage range which is packed full of new features:-

• Robust construction and new ergonomic, green and black design.

• Surface, filter or wall mountable and supplied with a wall mounting kit and a filter lid fixing kit.

• Four-stage hosetails designed to take flexible hose from 1/2" to 11/4". Hosetails are held in place with screw on collars, allowing the disconnection of the hose, leaving the unit or the hose in situ for ease of servicing and maintenance.

• Rigid pipe adaptors, for connection to 40mm solvent weld rigid pipe, are included with the unit. These adaptors are held in place with screw on collars, allowing the disconnection of the rigid pipe, leaving the unit or the rigid pipe in situ for ease of servicing and maintenance.

• Easy access to working parts making maintenance quick and easy.

• Supplied with a 5 metre power cable.

• Complete with comprehensive instructions and backed up with full technical support from TMC.

• Full 36 month guarantee against any defect or failure. This covers all parts and labour.

The Pond Clear Advantage range consists of three units to suit most pond sizes:-

UV8 - Suitable for ponds up to 1200 UK Gal (5400 litres/1440 US Gal).

UV15 - Suitable for ponds up to 3000 UK Gal (13500 litres/3600 US Gal).

UV25 - Suitable for ponds up to 4000 UK Gal (18000 litres/4800 US Gal).