500L PILOT BIOPROCESS REACTOR
Advancing Bioprocessing with Scalable Pilot Reactors
General Description
The 500L Pilot Bioprocess Reactor is an ongoing project that aims to advance scalable bioprocessing technology, facilitating the transition from lab-scale research to commercial applications. The project was initiated with the goal of producing a consistent supply of microalgal protein for use in agrochemicals as a nitrogen source. During this journey, we realised that other biotechnology startups and researchers faced the same issue we did—a lack of access to pilot reactors for scaling their ideas to a commercial level. Now, alongside our internal developments, we are focused on providing this technology to support others in the industry who are facing similar challenges.
This reactor is being developed to offer flexibility for a wide range of biotechnological processes, including precision fermentation and enzyme production. It provides an efficient and controlled environment that is crucial for scaling up while maintaining precise control over critical parameters. This project addresses the growing need for practical, scalable solutions that bridge the gap between research and industrial-scale production, supporting the biotech industry's evolving demands.
Project Development
The development of the 500L pilot reactor is an active, collaborative effort. It started with designing a system capable of optimising key bioprocess parameters such as temperature, aeration, and pH. The reactor is being developed with advanced control systems that allow real-time monitoring and adjustments, ensuring that microbial growth and product yields are optimised.
Ongoing trials are being conducted to fine-tune the system's performance across a variety of bioprocesses. The design has been iterated several times to ensure the reactor can handle the complexity of different biological systems, from enzyme production to microbial fermentation. The chosen 500L capacity provides a practical scale-up pathway, allowing researchers and industry experts to validate and optimise processes before moving to full-scale production.
Key Features
- Scalable Design: The 500L capacity bridges the gap between small lab-scale reactors and full-scale industrial systems, facilitating seamless scale-up of bioprocesses.
Potential Impact
As the project progresses, the 500L Pilot Bioprocess Reactor is expected to have a transformative effect on industries such as pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and food production. The ability to precisely scale bioprocesses from the lab to industrial applications will reduce the risks and costs associated with full- scale production.
By offering a pilot-scale solution, this reactor helps researchers and companies explore innovative solutions like precision fermentation and enzyme production, providing a pathway to turn experimental research into viable, market-ready products.
Next Steps
The next phase of this ongoing project will focus on expanding the reactor’s application scope, refining control systems, and ensuring process efficiency. As development progresses, the reactor is expected to play a key role in enabling scalable and sustainable bioprocessing for a wide range of industries.
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