Guide & FAQ
Why Choose Freeze-Dried Marine Bacteria for Reefkeeping?
Freeze-drying is a complex process, consisting of rapid freezing and total dehydration of the treated materials. By preserving the full vitality and effectiveness of marine bacteria and microorganisms, freeze-drying offers several advantages when using our products in reef aquariums:
PERFECTLY CONTROLLED CONCENTRATION
Precisely controlling the concentration of live marine bacteria and marine microorganisms present in our products is essential to guarantee you effectiveness and results equivalent to those obtained during R&D. Providing a precision of +/-2% in bacterial concentration, freeze-drying represents the ideal form of use for live marine bacteria and marine microorganisms in reef aquariums.
MAXIMUM EFFECTIVENESS
The freeze-drying process guarantees the preservation of all the benefits and primary qualities of live marine bacteria and marine microorganisms, which will regain their full active powers upon simple contact with water. By promoting the growth of bacterial colonies in your reef aquarium, freeze-drying ensures maximum effectiveness for our products.
OPTIMAL STORAGE TIME
In addition to allowing precise control over bacterial concentration and guaranteeing the preservation of all the benefits and primary qualities of live marine bacteria and marine microorganisms, their freeze-drying also offers us the possibility to provide you with a range of products that store perfectly, even when opened, for 24 months, without any loss of effectiveness.
Where Do the Bacteria, Zooplankton, Phytoplankton, etc., Come from?
The various probiotic marine bacterial strains and live microorganisms used in our products come from a French laboratory, specializing in bacteriology and marine microorganisms for over 40 years. A true reference in the field, it has enabled us to design a range of 10 products that perfectly meet our criteria and our customers’ expectations.
The zooplankton and phytoplankton that make up some of our products, such as Corail+ Symbio® and Faune+ Symbio®, are also manufactured by a French laboratory specializing in marine biotechnology and microalgae cultivation.
It is therefore by collaborating with the best providers that Atelier Récifal® is able to ensure impeccable design and production quality, to offer you a range of products of maximum quality.
How Long Do our Products Last?
The freeze-drying process of marine bacteria live and marine microorganisms allows us to offer you a range of products that store perfectly for 24 months, without any loss of effectiveness.
The high-quality HDPE plastic pots ensure optimal storage quality and ease of use.
What is our Commitment to Coral Guardian®?
As reef aquarium enthusiasts, we know better than anyone how fragile the marine ecosystem is and how it dislikes the changes humanity has inflicted upon it in recent centuries. Offering an almost infinite diversity and a multitude of living species, each as fascinating and incredible as the next, the marine world is now threatened.
It is to support and develop our commitment to this ecosystem, and more specifically to coral reefs, which are now endangered, that we pledge to donate a portion of our profits to the association “Coral Guardian®” (https://www.coralguardian.org/). A non-profit organization, it works for the conservation of coral ecosystems. By adopting innovative systems to support the re-implantation of coral reefs in declining marine areas, it will help contribute to a better future for coral reefs.
What Levels Can I Achieve with No3/Po4 Symbio®?
No3/Po4 Symbio® is a product composed of a unique formula of 5 marine bacterial strains, combined with a set of bio-enzymes and organic carbon, specially selected for their ability to eliminate nitrates and phosphates present in your reef aquarium.
NITRATE LEVELS (No3)
From 15mg/l to 50mg/l of No3: Significant decrease of 35% per week.
From 50mg/l to 100mg/l of No3: Significant decrease of 25% per week.
From 100mg/l to +100mg/l of No3: Significant decrease of 20% per week.
PHOSPHATE LEVELS (Po4)
From 0.1mg/l to 0.4mg/l of Po4: Significant decrease of 40% per week.
From 0.4mg/l to 1mg/l of Po4: Significant decrease of 30% per week.
From 1mg/l to +1mg/l of Po4: Significant decrease of 25% per week.
Does the Effect of Anti-Cyano Symbio® Last over Time?
Anti-Cyano Symbio® is a product composed of a unique formula of 7 marine bacterial strains, combined with a set of bio-enzymes and live microorganisms, specially selected for their ability to trigger the biological elimination process of cyanobacteria present in your reef aquarium. An effective, natural, and safe solution for your tank and its inhabitants, Anti-Cyano Symbio® directly attacks the base of the cyanobacterium, the prokaryotes, and not its surface, thus guaranteeing a complete and lasting action.
How Does Microfauna Develop with Faune+ Symbio®?
Faune+ Symbio® is a product composed of a unique combination of 8 marine bacterial strains and bio-enzymes, specially selected for their ability to activate the development of rich and varied microfauna and macrofauna within your reef aquarium. Highly concentrated in live marine microorganisms and enriched with finely micronized zooplankton and phytoplankton, derived from marine biotechnology, as well as proteins and vitamins A, B1, B12, D3, and E, Faune+ Symbio® ensures a strengthening of the bacterial support of live rocks, thus promoting the growth of bacterial colonies and developing optimal biological filtration.
What are the Benefits of Probiotiques Symbio®?
Probiotiques Symbio® is a product composed of a highly concentrated set of 3 probiotic marine bacterial strains, specially selected for their ability to develop a healthy and balanced ecosystem, ideal for corals, microfauna and macrofauna, as well as for all marine inhabitants present in your reef aquarium.
REDUCTION OF NO3/PO4
Transforms organic compounds and matter into biomass, ideal for corals and microfauna.
BIOLOGICAL FILTRATION
Develops optimal biological filtration, offering a healthy and balanced ecosystem for your tank’s inhabitants.
INCREASES VITALITY
Strengthens the vitality and immune system of fish, allowing their colors to intensify.
REDUCTION OF SEDIMENTS
Reduction of the accumulation of organic sediments present in sand and live rocks.
Can I Place an Order from Abroad?
Atelier Récifal® ensures deliveries in France and worldwide.
Deliveries in France are made through our partner Chronopost. The package will be delivered directly to your mailbox, for simplicity.
Deliveries to the rest of the world are made through our partner Delivengo. The package will also be delivered directly to your mailbox, for simplicity.
What are the Shipping Costs and Delivery Times?
For France, delivery times are between 48h and 72h (Chronopost data). Shipping costs are €4.90 and are free for purchases over €49.
For Switzerland, Belgium, and Luxembourg, delivery times are between 72h and 96h (Delivengo data). Shipping costs are €7.90 and are free for purchases over €89.
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