60 Advanced Catalysts for Biomass Transformation
Working closely with researchers at the Centrale Lille Institute in France, Asynt has developed and supplied two custom high-pressure reactors to assist them in their development of new advanced catalysts for biomass transformation.
The Catalysis and Solid State Chemistry Unit in Lille brings together a large group of experienced researchers, technical and administrative support staff, plus doctoral students and post-doctoral researchers. The unit’s scientific activities are divided into three fields: heterogeneous catalysis, catalysis and molecular chemistry, and solid chemistry. Within the VAALBIO group, the CatBioInnov team, led by Dr Robert Wojcieszak, is focused on the advanced catalytic upgrading of biomass materials for biorefineries, alongside research into streamlining the use of fossil resources.
Dr Robert Wojcieszak said: “Our new CatBioInnov project aims to develop catalytic processes for the conversion of C1 to C6 lignocellulosic molecules, isolated from biomass, to chemical intermediates for bio-polymer and energy-driven applications such as the production of biofuels and additives for biofuels. To support this R&D we decided to invest in two high pressure reactors. The team chose to source these units from Asynt because they offer real flexibility in their
high-pressure reactor production to meet individual customer needs in terms of reactor size, construction materials, pressure ratings plus a huge range of options for agitation, heating and sampling. This flexibility was a perfect solution for us! Usually, we only have milligrams of catalysts so we chose a relatively small overall volume for our high-pressure reactors. This allows us to work with a large range of different catalyst metal/substrate ratios. The possibility to work at high pressures (up to 200 Barr) was also very important for us. As our catalytic reactions are often undertaken in corrosive media the choice of the Hastelloy for the reactor construction was logical.”
Dr Wojcieszak concluded: “The two 50ml Hastelloy C276 high pressure reactors supplied by Asynt enable a considerable shortening of the trial-and-error phase necessary to design our new catalyst formulations. Using these reactors, we can perform several tests per day and study the kinetics of the reactions. The Asynt high pressure reactors are also very easy to use, further reducing the time needed to perform two sequential reactions. The support from Asynt has been just perfect. They helped us with the custom design issues and answered all our queries.”
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New Compact Recirculating Chiller
IKA is adding a new device class to its portfolio of recirculating chillers. The RC 2 lite is elegant, compact and powerful and is a perfect addition to rotary evaporators, reflux coolers and cold traps.
The RC 2 lite is new product class in addition to the well-known basic and control product ranges. 400 watt cooling capacity and a pump pressure of 0.35 bar: the new recirculating chiller focuses on the essentials in every respect. This makes it space-saving, powerful and extremely economical. It is ideal for simple cooling tasks down to -10°C and as a supplementary device to rotary evaporators, reflux coolers and cold traps.
Thanks to the minimum filling volume of just one litre, the RC 2 lite is able to carry out temperature changes very quickly if necessary. Its working volume of 2.5 litres, which is quite large considering its compact size, enables a large number of external applications without the need for refilling. The highlight for users is the stainless steel mesh filter. It is easily accessible and just as easy to clean. Its ergonomic design, which is typical for all IKA products, thus contributes to the reliable performance and long service life of this basic device.
For the cooling of the RC 2 lite, IKA consistently relies on the natural refrigerant R 290, which is already being used in the demand-controlled chillers RC 2 GREEN and RC 5. It is one of the pure hydrocarbons, has a very low global warming potential and promises a long service life for the device, even with future usage requirements.
The RC 2 lite offers everything a good recirculating chiller needs. Its powerful pressure and suction pump enables the simultaneous operation of several applications as well as external open applications and the fill level, in the reservoir, is always in full view thanks to the large, illuminated sight glass.
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ilmt.co/PL/xJdM 55313pr@reply-direct.com Stainless Steel Cutting Mill Ideal for Cannabis Flower and Hemp Milling
Retsch’s heavy-duty Cutting Mill SM 300 is now available in a corrosion-resistant 316L stainless steel version. All parts in contact with the sample material (hopper, housing, rotor) are made of 316L stainless steel, making this mill ideally suited for applications in the pharmaceutical or food industry.
A new 30 l receptacle of the same material is available for grinding large sample batches. With features such as variable speed from 100 to 3000 rpm and a wide range of accessories, this new SM 300 model is perfectly suited for cutting large volumes of cannabis plant material, in amounts up to 20 kg/h flower buds. It achieves grind sizes in a range between 1 and 20 mm, depending on the material. The obtained pulverised sample is suitable for extraction via ethanol or supercritical CO2.
A fold-back hopper and smooth surfaces ensure quick and easy cleaning. Retsch offers a whole range of cutting mills for virtually any application. More information online:
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