Varicon Aqua

Equipment Sale Announcement! FOR SALE: Second-Hand Centrifuge - Fixed Price £2,000 We are pleased to offer a second-hand centrifuge at a budget friendly price. Originally £13,000, the unit is now available sold as seen for £2,000 ex-Factory Worcester UK. This centrifuge is ideal for users needing a reliable separation solution for a range of solids from 2 micron and above. It is ready for immediate sale, get in touch with Varicon Aqua to discuss further. Equipment Specifications: >Description: 12” Basket Centrifuge Machine, Stainless Steel. >Filter Area: 0.159 m² >Basket Speed: 1,800 RPM (variable speed) >Solid Discharge: Manual >Lid: Manually operated >Dimensions (mm): 900 (L) x 500 (W) x 880 (H) >Weight: Approx. 550 kg >Power Requirements: 240V AC, 50Hz, Single-phase to three-phase motor via VFD #Sale #Biotechnology #Centrifuge #Equipment #Downstream #Separation

Another week in the life of a Varicon Aqua Phyco-Flow Project. WK2. Week 1 summary: Framework mapped out, assembled, levelled and bolted to the concrete pad, slotted support bushes fitted (#1428 pieces) Week 2. Locate and affix cooling water distribution manifolds. Affix cooling water recovery systems. Carry and locate Schott glass tubes & components onto slotted supports. (#612 Tubes) fit compression couplers (#816) prepare U-bends (#192) Tube volume = 9,952 litres ex reservoir and manifolds. It doesn’t look like much at this stage but each element requires precise attention to detail and an adherence to project specific geometry. Every element is designed in advance, made to measure in our factory for this one project. Whilst much of what we do is ‘off the shelf’ this project, like many others is completely bespoke, tailored to the site, the clients’ specifications and the needs of the micro algae being produced. Week 3 will see this 1st phase come together, watch this space.  As for the tropical shrubbery, we can’t take any of the credit for that, but it’s a lovely touch. #variconaqua #phycoflow #Opbio #Okinawa #Kumejima #microalgae #PBR

A WEEK IN THE LIFE OF A NEW PROJECT. As with all export projects which have many moving parts, one of the most important elements is the ongoing and detailed communication with the client and project managers. The final design is based on a detailed understanding of the clients needs and site specific elements such as floor type, agreed gradients, lenght, breadth, height, ingress and egress points and location of drainage, utilities etc. As standard, Varicon engineers always conduct a detailed survey of the floor before the installation begins, in particular the gradient and levels at pre-specified locations following a very specific framework footing map. This enables a clear understanding of high and low points throughout the planned installation grid. Typically this enables shimming of any footing which falls below a prescribed tolerance. In some cases such as the current project, that is not possible due to the stringent specification of the bolts used to fix the footings to the floor in earthquake regions such as Japan. Add to this the agreed floor gradient form wall to drain was ~50% lower than designed. What does this mean? In simple terms it means every single footing from wall to drain needs to be re-engineered on site. No big deal if it's 1 or two, but when it runs into 10's, or 100's it can seriously eat into precious site time. There are always unforseen issues during site installations, oversights on the part of previous contractors, on behalf of the clients and from time to time with our own supply. What is most important is to be adaptable and sufficiently skilled to implement workable and robust remedies. One always has to arrive on site with an open mind and can do attitude. So 1 week in and going well.. watch this space for project updates. This one has a few stages over several months ahead. Feel free to contact us if you need support with a project, big or small, simple or complex. #phycoflow, #PBR #photobioreactor #algae #microalgae #Kumejima #Opbio

📣 Exciting News from Varicon Aqua! 🚀 We are thrilled to announce a new agent partnership which marks a significant step in expanding our presence in the United States. Meet Kevin McGraw - who will be representing Varicon Aqua at the prestigious Algae Biomass Summit (ABS) held from October 20-22, 2024, at the Royal Sonesta Galleria Hotel in Houston, Texas. 🌿 Visit Us at Booth 301-303 🌿 Kevin will be showcasing Varicon Aqua's cutting-edge photobioreactor range, including the Phyco-Flow™, Phyco-Bubble, and Phyco-Lift. These innovative solutions are designed to support sustainable algal cultivation, bioremediation, carbon removal and high value production, aligning perfectly with this year's theme: "Algae – Transforming Carbon into Opportunity." 🔍 Don't miss the chance to discover how our team can support your project-specific needs, from small-scale laboratory reactors to large-scale commercial installations. We look forward to meeting technologists, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and researchers at this event to explore partnerships and discuss the latest advancements in algal biotechnology. Let’s work together to shape a sustainable, carbon-neutral future. For more information about Varicon Aqua and our product offerings, visit www.variconaqua.com. #Algae #Photobioreactors #Consumables #Biotechnology #VariconAqua #AlgaeBiomassSummit #AlgaeTech #SustainableFuture #PhycoFlow #Houston2024

A WEEK IN THE LIFE OF A NEW PROJECT. As with all export projects which have many moving parts, one of the most important elements is the ongoing and detailed communication with the client and project managers. The final design is based on a detailed understanding of the clients needs and site specific elements such as floor type, agreed gradients, lenght, breadth, height, ingress and egress points and location of drainage, utilities etc. As standard, Varicon engineers always conduct a detailed survey of the floor before the installation begins, in particular the gradient and levels at pre-specified locations following a very specific framework footing map. This enables a clear understanding of high and low points throughout the planned installation grid. Typically this enables shimming of any footing which falls below a prescribed tolerance. In some cases such as the current project, that is not possible due to the stringent specification of the bolts used to fix the footings to the floor in earthquake regions such as Japan. Add to this the agreed floor gradient form wall to drain was ~50% lower than designed. What does this mean? In simple terms it means every single footing from wall to drain needs to be re-engineered on site. No big deal if it's 1 or two, but when it runs into 10's, or 100's it can seriously eat into precious site time. There are always unforseen issues during site installations, oversights on the part of previous contractors, on behalf of the clients and from time to time with our own supply. What is most important is to be adaptable and sufficiently skilled to implement workable and robust remedies. One always has to arrive on site with an open mind and can do attitude. So 1 week in and going well.. watch this space for project updates. This one has a few stages over several months ahead. Feel free to contact us if you need support with a project, big or small, simple or complex. #phycoflow, #PBR #photobioreactor #algae #microalgae #Kumejima #Opbio

A return to Zachodniopomorski Uniwersytet Technologiczny in Poland for another installation of a purpose built Phyco-Flow. The 1000 litre duplex Phyco Flow was designed to fit into a new space building on the capacity we delivered 3 years ago. As with many of our projects, the client end user specification informed the design. In this case a very compact configuration where total height and length were limited, this coupled with optimised lighting and a full suite of inline process disinfection mitigating one of the primary vectors of process contamination, flexible nutrient dosing, dO2, pH, OD, Temp, Light intensity, photoperiod and harvest monitoring and control. Whilst supply of bespoke set-ups is a key pillar of our activity, we offer 'standard' 'off the shelf' configurations which meet all of the basic demands of production for multiple species. If you have a simple or challenging project or application in mind don't hesistate to contact us for a quick chat or detailed support. In the meantime, thank you again to Adam and his colleagues for their ongoing support and trust in our products and services. #variconaqua #PBR #microalgae #macroalgae #nutrients #downtream

Get in touch if you would like to find out how Varicon Aqua can support your bioproduction needs! We can supply #photobioreactors #nutrients #membranes #processcontrol and more.

Great to be attending and giving an introduction to the Varicon Aqua product range at the HVB event in York today! The speakers line-up looks very interesting and I’m sure there will be some lively discussion. #algae #highvalue #biotechnology #bioeconomy #circulareconomy #sustainability

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An 1100L Phyco-Flow, completed recently in Japan for a company with a strong interest in the built environment. A show peice at one of their regional offices. Incorporating many of the common features for our Japanese clients. Full process automation, shading, cooling, earthquake provision and typhoon protection. hashtag #japan #phycoflow #photobioreactor #microalgae #environment #variconaqua