STB-015 Fermentation Clarification

This technical brief discusses the application of fermentation in producing various biomaterials and the need for effective clarification post-fermentation.

Fermentation has been a crucial part of human history for over 13,000 years, evolving from producing alcohol and yogurt to now creating biomaterials like proteins and biopolymers. As the demand for sustainable alternatives grows, fermentation offers a solution to environmental issues like microplastic pollution. The process generates a high density of biomass that needs to be separated from the liquid phase, typically done through centrifugation or filtration. Crossflow membrane filtration has emerged as an effective method for purifying fermentation products, offering benefits like low product loss, easy maintenance, and high solids processing. Graver Technologies' crossflow system, based on patented SCEPTER technology, utilizes stainless steel tubing and titanium dioxide membranes to create a durable and adaptable filtration solution for various industrial applications.

  • Fermentation has been a part of human history for over 13,000 years, evolving to produce biomaterials like proteins and biopolymers.
  • Crossflow membrane filtration is an effective method for purifying fermentation products, offering benefits like low product loss and easy maintenance.
  • Graver Technologies' crossflow system, based on patented SCEPTER technology, utilizes stainless steel tubing and titanium dioxide membranes for high solids processing.

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