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06/06/2007, 06:33 PM | #26 |
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Clever....
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06/06/2007, 07:31 PM | #27 |
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I like it. Very simple. I will try it after my 75 fuge is setup.
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06/06/2007, 09:28 PM | #28 |
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Genius. Thank you!
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06/07/2007, 12:06 PM | #29 |
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Those you could transport in a Styrofoam minnow bucket, in water to help keep the temp stable for the pods.
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06/19/2007, 05:20 PM | #30 |
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great idea...thanks! made a couple already...
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07/13/2012, 10:31 AM | #32 |
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When going to Lowes and HD to look for this, don't just look in the gutter section. Both stores near me carry it, but it's stocked with the replacement windows screen. It's not in the gutter section at all. Makes little sense but whatev's
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07/13/2012, 12:31 PM | #33 |
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great idea! stolen.
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07/13/2018, 08:57 PM | #34 |
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At the time of this writing, the term "Pod Hotel" has a pending trademark application by SB Reef lights: https://www.trademarks411.com/marks/87700079-pod-hotel. Additionally, I’ve been told by the filer that “Pod Condo”. Or anything similar will infringe on that Trademark.
Additionally, SB Reef claims they have a patent on the idea of a pod hotel/condo, but I’ve seen no evidence of a patent yet, all searches come up empty. If they did apply, it would likely take 3-5 years to issue, and there would be a chance to claim “prior art”. I received a C&D letter from Mike at SBReefs asking me to stop selling my Pod Condo, or face legal repercussions. He has since repeated that threat twice, in writing, so he may be serious. My legal counsel claims that I’m on solid ground, so I’m continuing to sell my design. I wanted to give you a heads up though. If the patent is granted, it may be a violation to make these, even at home as a DIY, and the use of “Pod Hotel” may infringe the Trademark application. |
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Funny. In SE Asia they have been using "hapa" nets for a very long time. These are net enclosures to keep fish fry from being eaten while they grow. These are placed in larger water filled tanks or fields. Maybe the acrylic box with layers in an aquarium makes this different? Kinda like done on a computer makes it different than on a sheet of paper?
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I'd be shocked if they had any legal standing to go after someone that was building one of these for home use that wasn't being resold.
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07/18/2018, 04:43 PM | #38 |
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C&D letters come from the attorney and is sent certified mail. You get only (1) the next letter you sign for is the suit filing. I smell dung here. Ask for his attorney so your attorney may file for a view of findings. That will shut him up or make it real.
I know this from experience. Been there done it.
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If it was'nt for the sea I could not see or sing ( Jimmy Buffet ) I like to glue animals to rocks and put disturbing amounts of electricity and saltwater next to each other Reefing is'nt how long you been in it. It is how deep you get in it. Current Tank Info: 400g display build, 300g sump, 75g ATO, 75g refug and a few more. Close to a 1000g. 200g mixing station. |
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just for fun I checked his website and this guys sell copied product like (ie) a rebranded icecap salinity pen...
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To clarify, I received an emailed C&D request from the owner of SBReef, not an official letter from an attorney. The other threats were on FB, which I have screen shots of.
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Yeah, if its just e-mail and Facebook. No worries. I'd just laugh it off. Block him on Facebook, LOL and mark his e-mails as spam.
Just a FIY, his lights come from Alibaba Same plant that makes black boxes. You can order to your specs. Google that site and you'll find his lights.
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