Success story – Working with Crystal Balaji in commissioning their ethanol production unit
In early 2024, Crystal Balaji commissioned its maize-based ethanol production plant, with a 150 KLPD production capacity. As one of the few 100% corn-based production units in India, the plant could have faced challenges in achieving full production capacity. Working hand-in-hand with Crystal Balaji’s production team, even before the plant’s commissioning, we were able to […]
Tapping into Southeast Asia’s Potential for Bioethanol Production
When it comes to ethanol production, Southeast Asia is a dynamic market driven by an increasing demand for renewable fuels and the need to reduce GHG emissions. With its diverse economies and resource bases, it showcases both mature and emerging ethanol markets. As such, India and Thailand are two key players in the region, illustrating […]
Success story – Working with Cosun Beet to maximize beet ethanol production
Since 2015, the teams of Cosun Beet’s Anklam biorefinery are working with our Sales & Technical teams to maximize their ethanol production from beet substrates in Germany. Since then, we have been supporting their production through our continuous improvement approach. From the beginning of this collaboration, our technical team committed to creating further value, to […]
The effects of toxicity on ethanol production
The production of ethanol is often impacted by the toxicity of feedstocks used. It is essential to understand feedstock-related toxicities’ adverse effects on ethanol production and to take measures to minimize their effects. Feedstock toxicity, a challenge for productivity and yield Organic acids, the principal inhibitors of fermentation Organic acids – such as lactic acid, […]
India’s Ethanol Market: Current State, Incentives and Opportunities
The rapid growth of India’s economy and population, coupled with air pollution problems and high oil import bills, has driven the Indian government to look for alternative solutions aimed at reducing its dependence on fossil fuels. One viable solution is bioethanol, which offers a range of economic, social, and environmental benefits – including new demand […]
Success story – Working with PSC Starch Products to trial our Evolve™ Evergreen product
For 60 years, PSC Starch Products has been a prominent figure in the cassava and starch sugar industry. With their vision of the starch & sugar industry and their strong commitment to develop their business, PSC Group has become the leader in the starch & sugar industry with world-class standard operations today, one of their […]
The effects of temperature on ethanol production
The success of ethanol production relies, partly, on various factors that can affect fermentation, with temperature playing a pivotal role. Yeast performance in converting feedstocks to ethanol is strongly linked to fermentation temperature, as it can only satisfy its needs under a suitable temperature environment. In this article, we will explore the effects of temperature […]
Success story – Working with Triveni Engineering & Industries Ltd to maximize productivity
Triveni Engineering & Industries Limited (TEIL) is an Indian conglomerate founded in 1932, and currently operational with diversified businesses including biofuel applications. TEIL is one of the largest integrated sugar & ethanol manufacturers in India, and a market leader in their engineering business, spanning power transmission, water & wastewater treatment solutions. As one of the […]
Troubleshooting checklist for industrial ethanol production
Ensuring smooth operations and complete fermentations in ethanol production requires an effective troubleshooting strategy. To guarantee a successful approach in ethanol plants, there are several aspects to consider: knowing the plant’s baseline, spotting critical changes, identifying the trouble source, having an effective problem-solving strategy, and knowing who to turn to for support in such happenings. Knowing your production […]
How can advanced yeast improve industrial ethanol plants’ performances?
In the field of industrial ethanol production, maximizing efficiency and yields while minimizing costs and environmental footprint are constant goals. One of the key factors in addressing these challenges lies in the choice of yeast. Advanced yeasts are genetically engineered to enhance their ethanol production capabilities. Those genetic modifications consist of carefully altering the yeast’s […]
