Microalgae Scale-up Consulting

What We Offer

Our Microalgae scale-up consulting guides you through the transition from lab- to industrial scale microalgae production, ensuring that the scalability is both efficient and sustainable

Scale-up planning

For a seamless increase of production

Blueprints

For production facilities

Process improvement

Of existent facilities

(AI-based) automation system

Development together with our partners

Production side

Advise depending on geographical locations and related equipment needs

Scale Your Production with Expert Guidance

Scaling up microalgae cultures from laboratory flasks to commercial production is a complex process that involves a series of strategic expansions and meticulous optimizations. Let us accompany you on this journey of growth, from the initial strains to the vast seas of green potential.

From Lab Bench to Industry

Optimizing Growth Conditions

The journey begins in the controlled environment of a laboratory, where small-scale cultures provide insights into the growth characteristics and productivity of microalgae strains. Here, we focus on understanding the optimal conditions for growth, including light intensity, nutrient composition, and CO2 availability. Once these parameters are fine-tuned, the process of scaling up commences.

Pilot Scale: The Testing Ground

Transitioning to a pilot-scale operation is the first step towards commercial production. This intermediate stage allows us to test the scalability of the lab findings in a more practical setting. It’s a critical phase where we can identify and address challenges that may arise when increasing the volume of the culture, such as maintaining homogeneity, preventing contamination, and ensuring consistent light penetration.

Optimizing Photobioreactors

As we move towards larger photobioreactors, the design and engineering of these systems become paramount. We work on optimizing the configuration—whether it’s open ponds, tubular reactors, or flat panels—to maximize the surface area for light absorption and enhance the efficiency of CO2 utilization. Our goal is to create a system that supports the high-density growth of microalgae while minimizing the footprint and energy consumption.

Automation and Control Systems

Automation plays a crucial role in the scale-up process. Implementing advanced control systems allows for real-time monitoring and adjustments of pH, temperature, nutrient flow, and other critical parameters. These systems are essential for maintaining the delicate balance required for optimal microalgae growth at a larger scale. Hot topic here is big data exploration and the development of AI-based control systems.

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

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8005-177 Faro, Portugal

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