Algal & Plant Research Instruments

Unique Instrumentation for algae, plants & other Phototropic micro-organisms

Algaetron

The AlgaeTron Light Incubator is the perfect blend of advanced technology and user-friendly design, making it an essential tool for any laboratory focused on cultivating algae, cyanobacteria, or plant tissues.

3 levels of independent & programmable LED based lighting for static & shaken cultures.

Possibility of purging CO2 inside the chamber. LED based lights programmable on intensities, day/night cycles etc. Designed for both cost-effectiveness and space-efficiency, AlgaeTron ensures optimal conditions essential for your cultures to thrive. Whether you're working with Petri dishes, multi-well plates, or Erlenmeyer flasks, this incubator easily adapts to your research requirements.

Key Features:

  • Compact Design: Available in two sizes – AG 160 and AG 300, offering flexibility for various applications.
  • Space-Efficient: Despite its large internal capacity, AlgaeTron boasts a small external footprint of just 60 x 62 cm.
  • Accurate Temperature Control: Maintain precise temperatures between 10 – 45°C for optimal growth conditions.
  • Advanced LED Lighting: High-intensity LEDs provide illumination with minimal heat, ensuring uniform light distribution. Control both white and far-red LEDs independently with adjustable intensity up to 500 µmol.m².s⁻¹ (upgradable to 1500 µmol.m².s⁻¹).
  • Optional Shakers: Add shakers for continuous cultivation of liquid samples to enhance growth conditions.
  • Sterile Cultivation Environment: Stainless steel interior ensures a clean, contamination-free workspace.
  • User-Friendly Interface: A 7-inch color touchscreen with intuitive programming software allows easy operation and independent control of temperature and lighting protocols.

Multicultivator

Screening your algal cultures/cyanobacteria has never been as simple

8 parallel fermenters each with controlled illumination but same temperature & online OD measurement for algae cultivation. The Multi-Cultivator MC 1000-OD is designed for small-scale screening experiments of phototrophic organisms such as algae, cyanobacteria and plant cells. It is also suitable for cultivating other microorganisms, including heterotrophic bacteria and yeast in suspension. Its specialized design facilitates rapid comparison studies of different organisms, mutants or cultivation conditions.

Key Features:

  • Cultivation Versatility: Supports both autotrophic and heterotrophic microorganisms grown in suspension.
  • Parallel Screening: Enables multi-variant experiments in 8 independent vessels.
  • Independent Control: Each vessel has separate illumination and OD monitoring (at 680 and 720 nm).
  • Standard White LED Illumination: Provides consistent light for uniform growth conditions.
  • Color Illumination Options: Available in multi- or mix-versions, offering up to 8 different colors per cultivation slot.
  • Controlled Environment: Uniform temperature and aeration control across all vessels.
  • Flexible Cultivation Strategies: Supports various strategies such as batch and turbidostatic cultivation.
  • Online Software Control: Provides easy monitoring and adjustment of cultivation conditions in real time.

Flat Panel Photobioreactor

Scale up your algal/cyanobacteria production.

Designed for precise phototrophic cultivation of algae & cyanobacteria with several optional accessories.

PSI Large-Scale Photobioreactors are designed to create a controlled artificial environment for the large-scale production of photosynthetic microorganisms. The standard systems feature flat cultivation vessels with volumes of 400ml, 1L, 3L, 25L, 100 L or 1000L. The cultivation unit is operated via a stand-alone Control Unit.

Key Features:

  • Flat Cultivation Vessel: Designed with a short light path for optimal illumination.
  • Durable Glass Material: Suitable for chemical sterilization processes.
  • Flexible Cultivation Strategies: Supports pH-stat, turbidostatic, anaerobic and other cultivation methods.
  • Available sensors: On-line OD and fluorescence monitoring, O2, pH and/or CO2 monitoring.
  • Scalable Design: Further upscaling is possible through cascading multiple PBRs.
  • Compact and Mobile: Equipped with wheels for easy handling and mobility.
  • Customizable Versions: Tailored systems available to meet specific requirements upto 1000L capacity.
  • Online Software Control: Provides real-time monitoring and control of cultivation conditions.
  • Bi-color LED Panel: Ensures precise and customizable illumination.
  • Precise Environmental Control: Allows for exact regulation of illumination, temperature, aeration and other conditions.
  • Advanced Monitoring: Includes optical density and Chlorophyll-a fluorescence determination for enhanced process control.
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Hand Held Devices

Compact devices to measure Ft, QY, OJIP, NPQ, LC, N2, spectral distribution based on reflectance & transmittance. Available for different functions/parameters such as a portable spectroradiometer, PolyPen for reflectance indexes like NDVI, NDGI, PRI etc. , FluorPen for fluorescence monitoring, AquaPen for algal/cyanobacterial suspensions, N-Pen for effective nitrogen management in plants & LaiPen for leaf area index measurement.

Eg. the FluorPen FP 110 is a portable, battery-powered PAM fluorometer designed for quick and precise measurement of chlorophyll fluorescence parameters in various environments, including laboratories, greenhouses and field settings.

Applications:

  • Studying photosynthetic activity.
  • Stress detection in plants.
  • Herbicide testing.
  • Screening of mutant plants.

Key Features of all handheld devices:

  • User-Friendly Operation: Simple two-button interface for ease of use.
  • Comprehensive Software: Equipped with software for efficient data processing and analysis.
  • Communication Capabilities: Supports USB and Bluetooth for seamless data transfer.

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Speed Breeding Chambers CBU's (complete built up units)

Unique growth capsule system viz. retrofitted in a container. Utilizes LEDs-providing excellent spectral quality with high irradiance for plant physiology/speed breeding applications. Very precise control of illumination, humidity & or CO2. Extremely gentle airflow pattern for the best growth of plants.

The Growth Capsule is an innovative system of plant growth chambers housed within a transportable container. Utilizing Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) as its sole light source, it delivers exceptional spectral quality and high irradiance, making it ideal for a variety of plant physiology applications. The system provides perfectly controlled conditions, enabling the cultivation of a wide range of plant species and tissue cultures. Its mobility and effective isolation allow for plant growth in nearly any environment.

Key Features:

  • Transportable & Easy Installation: Comes as a CBU (complete built up unit) - Requires only electricity, water, wastewater drainage and a flat surface with internet connectivity for setup.
  • Versatile Applications: Supports vertical-based production, hydroponic growth and can integrate imaging sensors for automated plant phenotyping.
  • Advanced Technical Solutions: Features multicolor LED lighting to replicate diurnal and seasonal variations, as well as simulate extreme climate events such as heat or cold waves.
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Plant Growth Chambers


Uniquely designed chambers for controlled plant growth.

Designed for precise, controlled plant cultivation, making them ideal for comparative studies.

The plant growth chambers from PSI utilize LED's as a sole light source and thus provide excellent spectral quality with high irradiance for plant physiology applications.

These chambers may be used for growing of diverse plants from Arabidopsis to wheat, corn or rice.

The chambers are available in different sizes and compositions.

a. Reach-in-chambers

b. Step-in-chambers

c. Walk-in-chambers or

d. Large customized chambers

Build in humidity control and/or CO2 control.

Multifaceted programming options enable researchers to simulate natural conditions and to define a full range of "day/night" cycles with "dawn/dusk" or "cloudy sky" effects along with basic fluorescence parameters.

A graphical representation of actual conditions inside the growth chamber also displayed.

All data can be downloaded to a PC via the USB cable.

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The unique growth units

A single walk-in-chamber when fitted with independent growth units can serve the purpose of any high-throughput laboratory where different plants/species can be cultivated in their own individual growth units placed inside the walk-in-chamber.

These units are primarily intended for use in a climatized chamber (not included with the Growth Unit), where multiple units can be placed and centrally controlled via a programmable logic controller (PLC)—an optional purchase. For smaller setups involving just one or a few Growth Units, control can be easily managed via the built-in display with no need for a PLC.


Key Features:

Flexible Experimental Setup: Multiple Growth Units can be arranged in a single cultivation space, with each unit supporting different light and temperature conditions, making them perfect for running multiple or parallel experiments.

Customizable Illumination: Control light intensity (0 to 100%), timing, modulation and diurnal cycles. Standard color combinations available are White+Far Red, White+Far Red+Red or Red+Green+Blue+Far Red.

Illumination panels per growth unit are divided into two parts and each part can be controlled separately.

Precise Temperature Control: Adjustable within a range of +2 to +14°C above the surrounding cultivation room temperature.

High Light Intensity: Delivers a maximum PPFD of up to 250 µmol.m².s⁻¹ at 30 cm (higher intensities available on request).

Rapid Light Modulation: Simulate natural light fluctuations with fast irradiance modulation for optimal plant response.

Homogeneous Illumination: Ensures even light distribution over the entire cultivation area of 1.4 m².

Height Options: Available in four standard heights, offering flexibility for different plant growth stages.

Optional Measurement Modules: Integrate additional modules for measuring light intensity or fluorescence to enhance experimental data.

With their advanced lighting and temperature control, Growth Units provide a highly versatile platform for conducting precise, multi-faceted plant experiments.

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Fluorcam Imaging Fluorometers

Open/closed Fluorcam configurations for fluorescence imaging.

Chl-Fluorescence imaging with user regulated irradiance protocols & timing.

Cutting-edge fluorescence imaging designed for effortless imaging of small biological samples up to 40 x 40 mm.

These portable devices are ideal for both field and laboratory use, offering the flexibility of a battery pack for outdoor work or connection to an electrical outlet in the lab.

Designed for GFP imaging, making it perfect for studies involving GFP-containing GMOs or transgenic proteins at the plant level.

Both systems feature a high-resolution CCD camera and a flat LED panel for precise illumination and high-quality imaging.

Key Features:

  • Versatile Applications: Suitable for both field and lab environments, with options for battery or electric power.
  • Advanced Illumination: Equipped with a flat LED panel that provides precise and adjustable illumination for various experimental needs.
  • Comprehensive Software: Includes automated control, pre-set experimental protocols and advanced image processing capabilities.
  • GFP Imaging Option: Specialized for detailed studies of GFP-containing GMOs and transgenic protein expression in plants.
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LED Light Sources

Arrays of LED lights with controllable intensity & configurable light color and light regimes.

The LED Lights SL 3500 consist of high-performance light-emitting diode (LED) arrays that offer precise control over timing and intensity. Users can adjust the timing from microseconds to hours and the intensity from 1% to 100% of total output. When paired with the Light Controller LC 100 or Light Studio software, these lights can operate in various modes, including flash, continuous light, harmonically modulated light, and custom-defined modulation. Both control options enable users to create tailored protocols with light/dark phases, allowing for meticulous management of light modes, intensity, and timing.

Key Features:

  • High Light Output: Delivers up to 3,000 µmol·m⁻²·s⁻¹ at a distance of 20 cm.
  • Uniform Light Distribution: Ensures consistent illumination across the desired area.
  • Precise Intensity Control: Adjustable intensity range from 1% to 100%.
  • Minimal Heat Generation: Reduces undesirable heating effects on experimental materials.
  • Control Options: Flexible hardware or software management of light regimes and intensity.
  • Color Variations:
  • Standard Colors: Available in cool white (4,500 - 10,000 K), royal blue (440 - 460 nm), blue (460 - 485 nm) and red-orange (440 - 460 nm).
  • Custom Colors: Options include far red (720 - 750 nm), deep red (650 - 670 nm), red (620 - 645 nm), amber (585 - 595 nm), green (520 - 540 nm), cyan (490 - 515 nm) and warm white (2,700 - 4,000 K).
  • Tri-Color Versions: Available in 20 x 20 cm and 20 x 30 cm sizes.
  • Long LED Lifespan: Designed to last a minimum of 60,000 hours.

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