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Fermentation Control 

For Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology Applications

Fermentation Control & Real-Time Gas Analysis Solutions

Optimize Fermentation with High-Precision O₂ & CO₂ Monitoring

Process Insights provides advanced fermentation control and gas analysis solutions, enabling precise O₂, CO₂, OUR and CER monitoring for optimized bioprocess performance.  By continuously monitoring these gases, operators can fine-tune aeration rates, adjust nutrient supply, and detect deviations that could indicate contamination or suboptimal conditions. This level of control is particularly important in industries such as pharmaceuticals and biotechnology, where consistency and purity are paramount, as well as in food and beverage production, where fermentation directly impacts flavor, texture, and quality.

real-time monitoring and optimization of fermentation processes

Process Insights plays a key role in fermentation control by providing advanced gas analysis solutions that enable real-time monitoring and optimization of fermentation processes. Their high-performance gas analyzers, such as mass spectrometers, deliver precise measurements of critical gases. These insights help manufacturers maintain optimal fermentation conditions, improve yields, and ensure product consistency across industries such as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and food and beverage production.

By integrating Process Insights’ gas analysis technologies into fermentation systems, operators can automate control strategies, reduce manual sampling, and minimize contamination risks. Their analyzers offer fast response times and high sensitivity, allowing for immediate adjustments to aeration rates, nutrient supply, and other key process parameters. Additionally, Process Insights supports compliance with regulatory standards by providing accurate and reliable gas monitoring solutions, helping manufacturers enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and achieve sustainable production goals.

Our MGA 1200CS™ Fixed Magnetic Mass Spectrometer is ideal for Microbial Fermentation & Mammalian Cell Culture analysis.  The MGA 1200CS is capable of monitoring multiple fermenters and/or bioreactors with a single analyzer (up to 99).

  • Precise measurement of RQ during both growth and productive phases of microbial fermentation
  • Ensures viable cell density is achieved prior to transition to productive phase
  • Precise measurement of RQ during both growth and productive phases of microbial fermentation
  • Ensures viable cell density is achieved prior to transition to productive phase
  • Monitor important indicators of limiting conditions
  • Report DO2 probe drift c/o oxygen mass transfer (Kla)
  • Seamlessly perform Effluent Gas Analysis for:  Nitrogen %, Oxygen %, Argon %, CO2 %, and Derived Values (RQ, CER, OUR)
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Optimizing Microbial Fermentation & Mammalian Cell Culture

Why Choose the MGA 1200CS for Fermentation Control?

The MGA 1200CS is a high-performance gas analysis solution for fermentation control, delivering fast, accurate measurements of CO₂ and O₂ in real time. With advanced infrared and paramagnetic sensors, it enables precise control of fermentation conditions to boost yield, consistency, and efficiency.

Engineered for easy integration into industrial and lab-scale fermentation systems, the MGA 1200CS features a robust, low-maintenance design ideal for demanding environments.

Powered by a CyberSecure-enabled fixed magnetic sector mass spectrometer, it supports up to 16 gas components across multiple streams—with best-in-class stability, minimal drift, and extended calibration intervals. One analyzer, maximum performance.

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MAX300-BIO™ – EXTREL™ Bioreactor & Fermentation Quadrupole Mass Spectrometer

One MAX300-BIO Bioreactor & Fermentation Quadrupole Mass Spectrometer is capable of analyzing up to 80 samples with the use of a single FAST multi-port valve.  The MAX300-BIO is a powerful analytical instrument designed for monitoring the gases produced and consumed during biological fermentation processes. Here are some of the benefits:

  • Accurate and Reliable: Provides accurate and reliable measurements of gas concentrations, ensuring the optimization of bioreactor performance.
  • Real-Time Monitoring: Provides real-time monitoring of gas concentrations, allowing for quick adjustments to bioreactor conditions.
  • Easy to Use: Easy to use, with an intuitive interface and simple calibration procedure.
  • Low Maintenance: Requires minimal maintenance, reducing downtime and maintenance costs.
  • Multiple Gas Detection: Capable of detecting multiple gases simultaneously, including CO2, O2, H2, and CH4, making it a versatile option for bioreactor monitoring.
  • Comprehensive Data Analysis: Includes data analysis software, allowing for comprehensive data analysis and visualization.
  • Enhanced Bioreactor Performance: Enables the optimization of bioreactor performance, leading to increased yields and improved product quality.
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