Bench-top Bioreactor

Minifors 2

Bench-top Bioreactor

Minifors 2

Jumpstart your bioprocess R&D with this compact and easy-to-use bioreactor

Easily initiate and manage cell culture or microbial experiments from research and development through process development with this plug-and-play Minifors 2 bench-top bioreactor system.

Advantages

Quickly begin your experiments

Get your experiments started quickly with minimal experience thanks to the preconfigured delivery and intuitive controls of this bench-top bioreactor. Simply connect the device, mount the vessel, connect pumps and sensors, and begin your work quickly.

Compact and easy to handle

Requiring very little space on the lab bench, this compact bench-top bioreactor is designed for optimal handling and operation. All components are easily accessible and allow for stress-free transport within the vessel holder, to and from autoclave, fitting within smaller autoclaves with only 30 cm inner diameter.

Easily automate your data management

Save time and resources by automating your data management with eve®, a web-based bioprocess platform software. Accessing your data from anywhere so you can collaborate with colleagues at different facilities, leading to faster research results.

Quickly begin your experiments

Get your experiments started quickly with minimal experience thanks to the preconfigured delivery and intuitive controls of this bench-top bioreactor. Simply connect the device, mount the vessel, connect pumps and sensors, and begin your work quickly.

Compact and easy to handle

Requiring very little space on the lab bench, this compact bench-top bioreactor is designed for optimal handling and operation. All components are easily accessible and allow for stress-free transport within the vessel holder, to and from autoclave, fitting within smaller autoclaves with only 30 cm inner diameter.

Easily automate your data management

Save time and resources by automating your data management with eve®, a web-based bioprocess platform software. Accessing your data from anywhere so you can collaborate with colleagues at different facilities, leading to faster research results.

The cookbook

A guide for biotech beginners

Download this eBook for basic concepts, recipes, and strategies for bioprocesses involving cell culture and microorganisms.

Product specifications

  • Vessel sizes (and working volumes): 1.5 L (0.3 - 1 L), 3 L (0.6 - 2 L), and 6 L (1.1 - 4 L)
  • Base unit dimensions (Width including operating panel x Depth including hose connection): 455 415 mm / 17.9 x 16.3 in.  
  • 4 high-performance pumps with configurable operating modes: digital (fixed-speed) or analog (variable speed) 
  • High end gassing with 2 microbial or 5 cell culture Mass Flow Controllers (MFCs) 

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Studies of polyol production by the yeast Yarrowia lipolytica growing on crude glycerol under stressful conditions

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Microbial production of 3-hydroxypropionic acid by acetic acid bacteria

Researchers at Université Paris-Saclay have developed a mathematical model that accurately predicts pH and metabolite concentrations during the microbial production of 3-hydroxypropionic acid using acetic acid bacteria. Using the INFORS HT Labfors bioreactor, the study focused on the bioconversion of 1,3-propanediol, taking into account the buffering capacity of the biological medium. Their model not only provided precise predictions of microbial growth and acid concentration but also serves as a critical tool for optimizing bioprocesses, particularly in scenarios with free pH dynamics. This work lays the foundation for future advancements in the production and in-situ extraction of organic acids.

23 Sep 202440 min read
Chemical mixture effects on the simplified human intestinal microbiota: Assessing xenobiotics at environmentally realistic concentrations

Researchers at Helmholtz-Centre for Environmental Research – UFZ GmbH, Leipzig, explored the effects of xenobiotics on gut microbiota using the Multifors bench-top bioreactor. Their findings highlight the impact of environmental contaminants like PFAS and BPX on microbial communities and metabolic pathways, emphasizing the need to consider these interactions for public health.

17 Sep 202446 min read
Studies of polyol production by the yeast Yarrowia lipolytica growing on crude glycerol under stressful conditions

Researchers from the University of Athens have successfully harnessed crude glycerol, a biodiesel by-product, as a substrate for producing valuable compounds like polyols and yeast biomass. Their study highlights the adaptability of wild-type Yarrowia lipolytica strains under low pH, low temperature, and non-aseptic conditions, offering a sustainable approach to bio-based production.

Customer voices

The Minifors 2 was our first bioreactor, and it’s proven a reliable piece of equipment over many years. It is fully integrated with our sensors, and was great for establishing proof of concept ahead of scaling up production to larger bioreactors.

Julia ReisserCo-founder, Uluu

We are thoroughly impressed by this practical bioreactor design. It allows us to save time during calibration and preparation for cultivation.

Mohd RazifMamatHead of Technical Administration and Operation, Malaysia Genome Institute

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