Microalgae Biorefinery Optimisation Services
What We Offer
Microalgae biorefinery optimisation services to extract lipids, proteins, carbohydrates and pigments from microalgal biomass.
Biorefinery Approaches
advise about how to extract a specific target compound
Disruption Strategies
recommendation for your application
Equipment Choices
that fit best all your necessities and requirements
Cultivating Success in Algae Production
Working alongside industry experts, academic institutions, and technology developers, we push the boundaries of what’s possible in microalgae biorefinery. Contact us now and let us know how we can help you!
Cell Disruption
We have experience in effective cell disruption, employing following methods for releasing intracellular compounds:
High-Pressure Homogenizer (HPH)
Applying intense pressure to rupture cell walls to make intracellular compounds (bio-) available
Bead Mill
Mechanically breaking cells using grinding beads
Disperser
Utilizing high-speed rotating blades, dispersers create a powerful shear force that tears apart cell walls, releasing the contents within
Ultrasonic
Utilizing high-frequency sound waves for cell disruption
Lipid Extraction
Harnessing the power of microalgae, we specialize in lipid extraction to secure biofuels and vegan omega-3 rich oils. We consult about:
Solvent Extraction
Utilizing organic solvents to dissolve lipids, separating them from the biomass
Supercritical Fluid Extraction
Employing supercritical CO2 for a clean and efficient lipid recovery
Pigment Extraction
We have experience in effective cell disruption, employing following methods for releasing intracellular compounds:
Liquid Chromatography
For precise separation and collection of individual pigments
Solvent Extraction
For tailored to the specific solubility of each pigment or to obtain liquid fraction rich in pigments
Carbohydrate Extraction
Carbohydrates containing beta-glucanes are valuable ingredients for the food and feed markets. They also find application in the bioethanol and bioplastics production. We help you choosing the right technique such as:
Acid Hydrolysis
For breaking down polysaccharides into fermentable sugars
Enzymatic Hydrolysis
For using specific enzymes to target, release or break-down carbohydrates
Enzymatic Treatments
Enzymatic treatments are pivotal for selective extraction and modification of algal components
Cell Wall Lysis
Enzymes like cellulases and lysozymes to break down cell walls, enhancing compound accessibility
Product Modification
Tailoring enzymes use to alter molecular structures for desired functionalities
Membrane Separation
Membrane separation processes can be used for the isolation of proteins and carbohydrates. We work together with experts in the field to offer you the best solutions for isolating protein and carbohydrates.
Ultrafiltration
Retaining larger molecules like proteins while smaller molecules pass through
Nanofiltration
A more refined separation, ideal for smaller proteins and peptides
