Lab-scale microalgae cultivation system
Achieve precise control of microalgae cultivation with optimized growth conditions using innovative airlift photobioreactor technology, ensuring high-quality biomass for your production needs.
Cultivates and Scales Microalgae for Diverse Applications
Subitec’s Flat-Panel Airlift Photobioreactor Systems, including the LS6, LS28, LS4x28, and LS180 models, are engineered to optimize microalgae cultivation from lab to pre-scale production. These systems feature hermetically sealed designs that leverage flat-panel airlift technology for precise control over cultivation conditions. Each model supports high-density algal production for a range of applications such as nutraceuticals, cosmetics, and biofuel production. The LS series offers flexible scalability options, from 6 liters in the LS6 to 180 liters in the LS180, ensuring seamless integration into existing production lines. Advanced features like integrated LED lighting, aeration membranes, and sampling units enhance productivity and sustainability. Designed to meet diverse industry needs, these systems ensure contamination-free operations and are ideal for sensitive applications, with customization and engineering support available to meet specific operational requirements.
Benefits
- Enhances production efficiency with scalable options for various volume requirements.
- Ensures high-quality microalgal biomass through precise environmental control.
- Minimizes contamination risk with hermetically sealed design.
- Facilitates integration with existing processes for continuous production.
- Supports sustainability with reduced energy consumption through optimized operations.
- Applications
- Animal feed,Cosmetics,Pharma,Carbon capture,Wastewater treatment,Food supplements
- End products
- Skin rejuvenation masks,Livestock nutritional supplements,Bioethanol,Biodegradable polymers,Nutraceutical capsules,Astaxanthin serums,Algal biomass for energy production,Chlorella powders,Spirulina tablets,Bioplastic production additives,Algal biofertilizers,Fish feed pellets,Algal creams,Algal effluent treatment compounds,Algal-based detox drinks,Omega-3 enriched oils,Organic pigments for cosmetics
- Steps before
- Culture Preparation,Inoculation,Media Preparation
- Steps after
- Harvesting,Biomass Separation,Downstream Processing
- Input ingredients
- microalgae,CO2,light,temperature-controlled environment,culture medium
- Output ingredients
- high-quality microalgal biomass,genetically modified microalgae,dense microalgal culture
- Market info
- Subitec GmbH is known for its expertise in cultivating microalgae using its unique flat-panel airlift (FPA) photobioreactor technology, providing sustainable solutions for biofuel production, bioplastics, and high-value ingredients in various industries.
- Cultivation volume
- 6 litres
- Cultivation volume
- 28 litres
- Cultivation volume
- 112 litres
- Cultivation volume
- 180 litres
- Photosynthetic surface area
- 0.6 square metres
- Photosynthetic surface area
- 2.3 square metres
- Photosynthetic surface area
- 9.3 square metres
- Photosynthetic surface area
- 15 square metres
- LED light intensity
- 80..800 µmol m-2s-1
- LED power
- 320 W
- LED power
- 500 W
- LED power
- 2000 W
- LED color temperature
- 4000 K
- Illuminated area (LS6)
- 400 x 750 mm
- Illuminated area (LS28)
- 900 x 1300 mm
- Illuminated area (LS4x28)
- 900 x 1300 mm
- Illuminated area (LS180)
- 1800 x 2500 mm
- Operating volume
- 6 litres
- Operating volume
- 28 litres
- Operating volume
- 112 litres
- Operating volume
- 180 litres
- Automation
- Integrated LED dimmable
- Air supply
- Yes
- CO2 supply
- Yes
- Pressure regulator
- For air and CO2
- Sampling unit
- Yes
- Aeration membrane
- Yes
- Foam trap
- Yes
- Temperature control
- Yes
- PH probe
- Yes
- Temperature probe
- Yes
- Data storage
- Yes
- Control panel
- Touchscreen
- Automation level
- Manual / PLC / SCADA
- Batch vs. continuous operation
- Batch / Inline Continuous
- Cleaning method
- CIP / Manual
- Energy efficiency
- 0.5–2 kWh/kg moisture
- CIP/SIP
- CIP 121°C / SIP 135°C
- Biological compatibility
- Optimal for microalgae
- Cleanability
- Contamination-free production
- Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
- Sealed design for protection
- Abrasion resistance
- Robust construction for industrial use
- Aeration control
- Integrated system
- Scalability
- Lab-scale to industrial
- Contamination control
- Hermetically sealed
- Productivity
- High-density cultures
- Photosynthetic efficiency
- Up to 15 square meters
- Flexibility in use
- Individual or simultaneous operation
- LED lighting
- Dimmable
- Temperature control
- Integrated
- PH control
- Probe integrated
- Data storage
- Touchscreen interface
- Machine footprint
- Compact
- Cultivation volume
- 6 litres (LS6),28 litres (LS28),112 litres (LS4x28),180 litres (LS180)
- Photosynthetic surface area
- 0.6 m² (LS6),2.3 m² (LS28),9.3 m² (LS4x28),15 m² (LS180)
- Control panel type
- Touchscreen
- Light source
- LED dimmable 80..800 µmol m-2s-1
- Flat-Panel-Airlift-Photobioreactor
- Yes
- Illuminated area
- 400 x 750 mm (LS6),900 x 1300 mm (LS28 and LS4x28),1800 x 2500 mm (LS180)
- Material
- Hermetically sealed design
- Air supply
- Integrated aeration membrane with air/CO2 supply
- Temperature control
- Yes
- PH probe
- Yes
- Pressure regulator
- Air and CO2 specific for each model
- Control panel type
- Touchscreen