Consulting microalgal downstream and harvesting
What We Offer
Consulting microalgal downstream and harvesting. We advise you about membrane filtration, centrifugation & drying techniques.
Dewatering technique
Advise of the most suitable equipment for your facility and application
Drying approaches
Advise to ensure maximum throughput, quality considering CAPEX and OPEX
Efficient Harvesting and Downstream Processing
As the culture reaches maturity, the focus shifts to harvesting and downstream processing. We develop harvesting strategies that are gentle on the cells yet effective in separating the biomass from the culture medium. Following harvesting, we and together with our partners, assist in establishing downstream processes that efficiently extract the desired products, whether they’re lipids for biofuels, pigments for colorants, or proteins for food supplements.
Harvesting and drying
Harvesting Techniques
Efficient harvesting is the first step in downstream processing. We specialize in various methods such as membrane filtration, centrifugation, flocculation or flotation to concentrate the algal cells, optimizing recovery rates, purity and growth medium re-cycling.
Drying and Milling
Post-extraction, the biomass undergoes drying to remove moisture, which is essential for storage and further processing. Current used microalgae drying techniques are spray-drying, freeze-drying, and (solar-) oven drying techniques, each chosen based on the end-product requirements. The dried biomass is then milled to the specified particle size, ready for application in various industries.
Custom Solutions
Understanding that each microalgae strain and end-use application is unique, we offer custom downstream processing solutions (harvesting, drying and water reuse approaches). Our team works closely with experts in the field and clients to develop tailored solutions that maximize product yield and functionality.
Quality Control
Throughout the downstream processing, quality control is essential to understand if the chosen drying method is adequate for the final application. Our laboratory analytic services provide comprehensive analysis and quality assurance.
About Us
We are experts in algae biotechnology, offering comprehensive solutions from algae cultivation improvements and facility design to strain enhancement and economic analysis, alongside expert assistance in scientific documentation, project development, and innovation strategy.
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Algae Consultancy
Rua Aquilino Ribeiro 124
8005-177 Faro, Portugal
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