Aquaforest Seawater | Aquaforest Freshwater

Samples from the UK should be sent directly to the Aquaforest Lab. Full list of our distributors is available here.

Create a perfect growth environment for your corals

Create a perfect growth environment for your corals

Solutions tailored for your aquarium's needs

Analyze and compare results of your tank

Recreate ocean in your aquarium

Water is crucial for all known life forms, but an efficient filtration system is not enough to adjust its parameters for optimal development of aquarium inhabitants. Proper supplementation of micro and macro elements is the key to success.

Remember, that each tank is different, therefore the doses of individual products should be determined individually. The easiest way to do this is by using the proven method of ultra-accurate ICP-OES tests. Regular water tests will help determine the right dose of products, stabilize tank parameters, and hence faster coral growth and amazing coloration.

Track your package!

We will test your sample in 24 hours after it reached our lab. You need to be aware, that we can't speed up shipping services.

For your comfort, it's best to use delivery company, that allow you to track your shipment. This way you will always be able to check, where your letter is. It's usually also much faster than traditional shipments.

Take best care of your corals

Advanced water tests also allow you to determine the content of toxic and harmful substances.

This is valuable information, especially if among the inhabitants of your aquarium there are very sensitive and demanding species. Precise information will also allow you to choose the right filtration media and develop a strategy to eliminate undesirable substances from the water.

Thanks to the detailed analysis, you will be able to provide optimal conditions for the development of corals and other marine organisms. Remember that slowed-down growth, algae blooms or weaker colouration of corals suggest that something bad is happening in the tank. The sooner you take well-targeted actions, the sooner you eliminate the problem!

Tailored for your aquarium

Aquaforest Lab is not only water tests, but also professional supplements designed individually for the needs of your tank.

Based on many years of experience, we have developed the best water parameters for marine tanks that allow animals to grow healthy and provide them vivid colouration. It's easy! Send us a water sample and after thorough analysis we will tell you how to make your tank even more beautiful.

Based on the results of the ICP-OES test, our system will select products which supplementation will allow you to achieve the suggested values ​​of elements. In addition to the results of this amazingly detailed test, you'll also get a suggested supplementation strategy from us.

Compare results

So far, comparing water test results has caused aquarists many difficulties. At Aquaforest Lab, we're changing it for the better! After logging into our system you will be able to compare the results of your tests from the different time periods.

Our system also allows you to generate a chart of the levels of a given element in any period. What does this mean in practice?

You can track how the level of a given micro or macro element changed depending on the stocking and tank supplementation. Thanks to this, you will better match the doses of supplements that are right for your aquarium.

Why should I test the water?

In order to provide the proper supplementation, the level of trace elements and macro elements, it is necessary to regularly test the water in your aquarium. ICP-OES tests can also indicate levels of toxic and harmful substances. The result of the analysis is a precious information! You get to know the quality of the water you use and will be able to take further steps compliant to this. This means a solid dose of information and end of dosing products randomly.

Thanks to the analysis, you will learn which macro and micronutrients should be supplemented or which are excess. The results will help you create a natural environment similar to that created by nature. Regular water testing can help you avoid many troubles with your aquarium such as algae blooms, parameter drops or high pollutant levels. Our system will suggest product doses appropriate to the levels of the elements.


Experience based water tests

During our 5 years experience with ICP-OES equipment we got familiar with ins and outs of water testing in terms of reef aquatics. We learn from the best, that’s why we closely work with the Jagiellonian University, one of the oldest surviving universities in the world. We only cooperate with top specialists in the field of biology and chemistry who also share our passion to aquatic life.

Our laboratory staff consists of passionate aquarists, whom are always keen to share their academic knowledge with our customers. Their outstanding knowledge combined with owning two highly advanced spectrometers allow us providing precise analysis and well-adjusted solutions based on specific results dedicated for your aquarium. For you it means doses calculated especially for your tank’s needs and reaching ideal water parameters easily. 

Highly advanced analysis

ICP-OES (Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectrometry) is a technique used to analyze the composition of many types of liquid samples. Aquaforest Lab has the highest resolution spectrometers available on the market with plasma excitation, a unique, patented optical system made with horizontal and vertical plasma. The analysis and processing of the entire spectral spectrum takes only 2 seconds. In order to provide the most accurate results, our team of highly qualified chemists tests your dissolved samples with two separately calibrated spectrometers (one for micro and one for macro elements). This method allows us to deliver precise analysis ultra-quickly to you.

In our laboratory we examine: Li, Si, I, Ba, Mo, Ni, Mn, Be, Cr, Co, Fe, V, Zn, Hg, Se, Cd, Sn, Sb, As, Al, Pb, Ti, Cu, La, Sc, W, Na, Ca, Mg, K, Br, B, Sr, S, P, PO4 +KH & salinity

ICP-OES 1 manual

1

Rinse the test vial twice with the water intended for analysis before collecting the actual sample. Fill the vial with water and make sure, that you close it tightly.

2

Sign up and log in www.aquaforestlab.com. Use the vial code to register your sample.

3

Fill in the sender details on the enclosed envelope and mail the sample to our lab for analysis.

4

We will notify you by email once the results are available. Please log on www.aquaforestlab.com website in order to receive your reports.

ICP-OES 2 (Seawater + RO) manual

1

Use your RO water intended for analysis to rinse the red test vial twice, before collecting the actual sample. Rinse the blue test vial twice with the aquarium water before collecting the sample. Fill the vials and make sure they’re closed tightly.

2

Sign up and log in www.aquaforestlab.com. Use the vial code to register your sample.

3

Fill in the sender details on the enclosed envelope and mail the samples to our lab for analysis.

4

We will notify you by email once the results are available. Please log on www.aquaforestlab.com website in order to receive your reports.

Questions? Feel free to write us!

If you have any questions about our products - please contact us! Our experts will be happy to answer your questions.

ul. Starowiejska 18
32-800 Brzesko, Poland
info@aquaforestlab.com
+48 14 691 79 79