NANO, the photobioreactor
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NANO
NANO is a compact, sterilisable lab photobioreactor designed for easy cultivation of microalgae and cyanobacteria.
With one or two independent 3 L chambers, it allows multiple cultures to be run in parallel, with precise, automated control of all parameters.
Thanks to its advanced technology and full automation, NANO guarantees reliable, reproducible, and safe experiments all year round, regardless of the culture mode (batch, semi-continuous, or continuous).
Robust, easy to use, and fully instrumented, it is the ideal tool for accurate research, testing, and production.
User-friendly touchscreen
Data monitoring and recording
LED and photoperiod control
pH regulation
Temperature control
Effortless harvesting
Automated injections and sampling
Built-in cleaning in place
Remote control and alerts
Batch, semi-continuous, continuous
Autoclavable chamber
Compatible with fresh water and salt water
Microalgae compatibility
Non-exhaustive list of microalgae and cyanobacteria compatible with our photobioreactors
- Isochrysis galbana affinis Tahiti
- Tetraselmis chui
- Rhodomonas salina
- Haematococcus pluvialis
- Botryococcus braunii
- Diacronema lutheri
- Chlorella
- Skeletonema costatum
- Chaetoceros calcitrans
- Isochrysis galbana
- Chlorella pyrenoidosa
- Scenedesmus
- Arthrospira platensis (Spiruline)
- Nannochloropsis gaditana
- Nannochloropsis oculata
- Chlorella autotrophica
- Dunaliella Salina
- Synechococcus
- Chlamydomonas reinhardtii
- Odontella aurita
- Phaeodactylum tricornutum
- Porphyridium
- Nostoc
- Thalassiosira weissflogii
Equipped with SALT technology
SALT (Spiral Air Lift Tubular) technology, developed by Synoxis algae, is based on gentle spiral agitation generated by injecting air into a closed tubular system. This design achieves concentrations 10 to 15 times higher than traditional systems!
- Very high illuminated surface area/useful volume ratio (S/V = 68) for excellent light exposure
- Uniform agitation that prevents the formation of biofilm
- Closed-system to ensure culture longevity
- Homogeneous LED lighting suitable for microalgae cultivation
- Easy and secure culture launch with Starter mode
- Direct and reproducible scale-up from lab to industry (NANO → LUCY → JUMBO)
- Technology compatible with fresh water, brackish water and sea water
How does it work ?
Start a culture with the Starter mode
Manage and harvest the culture
Like all our photobioreactors, NANO allows you to control the culture parameters:
- Light intensity and photoperiod
- Culture pH
- Culture temperature
- Air injection
- CO2 injection
- Nutrient, water, and silica injection
- Sampling and harvesting
Choose the culture parameters that suit your strain and monitor the growth of the culture directly on the screen or remotely!
Automated cleaning
Our users share their experiences
“After three months of use, we can say that it is by far the most effective photobioreactor on the market.”
Ritmo Agroenvironnement
“It seemed quite complex at first. But that was before the training and the user guide that came with it.”
UCO Bretagne nord
“We were particularly impressed by the rapid growth of microalgae and the biomass obtained!”
ESITECH Rouen
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Frequently asked questions
Can we cultivate fragile microalgae (which cannot withstand agitation)?
This technology has been developed specifically for the culture of fragile microalgae and, in particular, T-Iso, which is a shear-sensitive flagellated microalga. Thanks to gentle agitation, we can cultivate many different species of microalgae.
Can we cultivate in batch or continuous ?
Both! The technology and controller allow for batch, fed batch, semi-continuous, or continuous cultivation!
What do I need to put a PBR into operation?
- Electricity for lighting and the control system
- CO2
- Saltwater or freshwater, depending on the strain
- Nutrients
- An inoculum
Depending on your facilities, we can also advise you on the most suitable location for your cultures and organise your workspace!
Answers from Christel, biotechnology project manager at Synoxis algae
Technical details
Dimensions on the table (L x W x H)
2000 x 650 x 900 mm for NANO with 2 chambers
Total installed power
1300 W for NANO with 2 chambers
Useful volume of each growth chamber
1 x 3L or 2 x 3L with SALT technology
Regulation range
15 to 60 ºC (for a room at 20 º)
LED WHITE
S/V ratio: 68 m²/m3
0 to 400 μmol/m2/s
Compatible with sea water, fresh water, and brackish water
SALT is a patented technology developed by Synoxis algae to improve culture productivity and longevity.
