Fermenter

A fermenter is a bioreactor that is used to cultivate microorganisms or cells for the production of a wide range of products, such as food, beverages, biopharmaceuticals, biofuels, and industrial chemicals. Fermenters provide a controlled environment for the growth and metabolism of microorganisms or cells, which allows for the production of desired products in large quantities.

Fermenters typically consist of a sealed container that is designed to maintain the optimal conditions for growth, including temperature, pH, and dissolved oxygen levels. The container may also be equipped with a system for introducing nutrients and removing waste products, as well as a device for mixing the contents of the fermenter to ensure that all cells are exposed to the same conditions.

Fermentation is a type of metabolic process that occurs when microorganisms or cells consume sugars and other organic compounds to produce energy and other products, such as alcohol, lactic acid, or enzymes. The products of fermentation can be used for a variety of purposes, including food and beverage production, biopharmaceutical production, and the production of biofuels and industrial chemicals.

Fermentation is a critical step in the production of many products, as it allows for the large-scale cultivation of microorganisms or cells, which is essential for the production of high-volume products. By providing a controlled environment for the growth and metabolism of microorganisms or cells, fermenters play a crucial role in the industrial production of many products.

Technical specifications Table-top pilot

• A 316L stainless steel tank with an upper flange. Tightness by O-ring
• A stainless steel cover with a back flange and fittings (tank and cover are pressure sealed)
• An agitator with electronic speed control
• Two stirring mobiles (Rushtons type) (adjustable height)
• A pH measuring probe and its controller with 2 thresholds
• An acid/base dosage station with 2 small bottles and 2 peristaltic pumps
• A probe measuring dissolved oxygen and its controller with 2 thresholds for the control of the compressor
• A flowmeter to set the air flow
• A compressor
• An electrical resistor element, capable of immersion
• A temperature controller with 2 thresholds and a Pt100 temperature probe
• A sterile sampling system
• A measuring pump for adding culture or nutritive elements environment
• A stainless steel condenser
• A transfer plug with sterilizable filter (0,22 µms)
• A control panel including temperature transmitter, pH, O2 and pumps and stirrers control units.
• Table-top stainless steel frame

Options :

• Option 1 : Data acquisition card and modem (to control O2, temperature parameters) allowing process data and events storage – Pentium PC 75 MHz)
• Option 2 : PC computer supervising system

Dimensions

• 700 x 700 x 600 mm

Essential requirements

• Consumption : 1kW – 220 V mono
• Table or lab bench