This Skimmer is NOT What You Think!

Aquaforest may have just introduced one of the most interesting reef filtration systems I saw at Interzoo 2026. In this VargasReef interview, I sit down with Seweryn from Aquaforest to discuss the company's history, how it grew from a small Polish brand into a globally recognized reef aquarium company, and the thinking behind its newest filtration system. This device looks like a protein skimmer but does much more. This new Aquaforest system combines protein skimming, CO2 scrubbing, activated carbon air filtration, ozone readiness, biological filtration, live bio media, a double Venturi design, and a closed-loop air system into one compact unit. Aquaforest says the system can help raise and stabilize pH, reduce odor, increase air intake, support bacterial filtration, and improve overall reef tank performance. We also take a look at Aquaforest’s new nano reef system, its Kickstart method, live bio sand, nano rock, and its growing approach to making Reefing easier for both beginners and advanced hobbyists. This conversation also gets into Aquaforest's future plans, its AI assistant, ICP testing support, salt production, laboratory quality control, and why understanding the products you use is one of the most important parts of becoming a better reef keeper. If you are serious about reef tanks, protein skimmers, reef filtration, pH stability, coral health, SPS systems, nano reef tanks, or the future of reef aquarium equipment, this interview is one you do not want to miss. Featured in this video: Aquaforest at Interzoo 2026 New Aquaforest filtration system Protein skimmer innovation CO2 scrubber integration Double Venturi design Ozone-ready reef filtration Aquaforest nano reef system ICP testing and reef chemistry Aquaforest AI reef assistant VargasReef Chronicles Question for you: Would you run a skimmer that also includes CO2 scrubbing, carbon filtration, and biological media in one system? Drop your thoughts in the comments. Chapters: 00:00 This Isn't Just a Protein Skimmer 00:36 Aquaforest at Interzoo 2026 01:14 Meet the Man Behind Aquaforest 01:51 How Aquaforest Became a Global Brand 02:36 Where the Passion Began 03:21 The Fish Store That Changed His Life 05:26 From Hobbyist to Entrepreneur 06:11 Meeting the Original Aquaforest Founder 07:06 Building a Global Reef Brand 07:36 Why Aquaforest Entered the Pond Market 08:36 The Products That Started It All 09:11 Inside Aquaforest's R&D 09:36 Inside the Aquaforest Laboratory 10:06 From 4 Employees to 80+ 10:46 Sold in Over 60 Countries 11:21 The Mission to Become #1 12:11 The Skimmer That Changes Everything 12:46 Designed With Scientists 13:16 More Than Just a Protein Skimmer 13:36 Four Patents in One Device 14:01 CO₂ Scrubber, Carbon & Bio Filtration 14:36 Inside Aquaforest's New Filtration System 15:11 The All-In Filtration Revolution 15:36 Can It Really Raise Your pH? 16:36 Why the Closed-Loop Design Matters 17:06 Built-In Carbon & Ozone Protection 17:36 Live Bio Fil Explained 18:06 40% More Air... Here's How 18:51 Aquaforest's New Nano Reef 19:36 A Complete Plug-and-Play System 20:11 The Kickstart Method Explained 20:56 Built for Beginners and Experts 21:36 Choosing the Right Skimmer Size 22:36 The Bigger Model Is Coming 23:01 Precision DC Pump Control 24:01 Aquaforest's Next Big Secret 24:51 I'm Going to Poland! 25:36 Inside Aquaforest's Salt Factory 26:36 The Future of VargasReef 27:36 Advice Every Reefer Needs to Hear 28:11 Stop Dosing Blindly 28:36 Aquaforest's AI Reef Assistant 29:36 AI That Reads Your ICP Tests 30:06 Why This Hobby Keeps Growing 30:36 You Have to Love Reefing Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more reef aquarium interviews, product deep dives, reef tank education, and behind-the-scenes access from the global reefing industry. You have to love reefing. Get my book "The Coral Reef Aquarium Vol II" https://twolittlefishiesstore.com/pro... #Aquaforest #VargasReef #Interzoo2026 #ReefTank #ProteinSkimmer #ReefAquarium #SaltwaterAquarium #ReefFiltration #NanoReef #ReefKeeping