Lab Automated Starch Reactor

Applications

01 Laboratory-based chemical modification of various starches, including corn, wheat, and tapioca starches.

Description:

Microtec's Laboratory Automated Starch Reactor is a state-of-the-art, continuous agitated bench-scale reactor designed to conduct a variety of chemical reactions on different types of starch at the laboratory scale. This advanced R&D apparatus is essential for developing innovative and optimised recipes for producing a diverse range of modified starches, which are crucial for the food industry. The reactor enables researchers to test the characteristics of these starches and evaluate their potential applications, making it an invaluable tool for both product development and quality improvement.

Microtec's Lab Automated Starch Reactor plays a critical role in the R&D process, providing a bridge between laboratory research and large-scale production. Formulations and recipes developed using this reactor are the foundation for upscaling production to pilot and industrial levels, providing essential data for potential investments and production optimisations. Beyond developing new formulations, the reactor is also instrumental in refining and optimising existing modification recipes to achieve superior results.

Designed with Microtec's extensive expertise in modified starch technology and engineering, this reactor is fully automated, PLC-controlled, and skid-mounted with integrated electrical and control systems. It is built to help modified starch producers perform trials and formulate new recipes without wasting material on larger production-scale reactors. This capability is especially beneficial when producing small samples for clients requesting new formulations, offering significant cost savings and efficiency.

The reactor is constructed from high-quality stainless steel 304 or 316L and is delivered fully assembled and ready to plug in. Microtec also provides comprehensive training to ensure that clients can effectively utilise the reactor, maximising its potential in their R&D efforts.

Features:

Combines process R&D and scale-up capabilities in a single unit.
Customisable, turn-key configuration with a wide range of options.
Fully programmable with automatic sensors, recipe software, and automated data logging.
Equipped with a variable-speed stirrer and controls for key process parameters such as temperature, pH, and conductivity.
System configuration with automated sensing and identification.
Capable of heating, cooling, and precise temperature control.
Accurate chemical dosing and sampling system.
Adaptable to PC control and easily integrated with existing lab apparatus to reduce costs.

Benefits:

Facilitates the development of new and optimised modification recipes at the lab scale.
Provides crucial data for scaling up lab-developed processes to pilot and industrial levels.
Ensures outstanding agitation and precise chemical dosing for consistent results.
Minimises operator training requirements, thanks to its user-friendly design and automation features.
Demonstrates Microtec’s unparalleled expertise in modified starch technology, ensuring clients receive top-tier equipment that drives innovation and efficiency in starch processing.

Lab Automated Starch Reactor