Biogas Optimization & Hyperthermophilic Fermentation Services
At Hyperthermics, we deliver end-to-end biogas optimization technology and engineering services—from laboratory testing to full-scale industrial implementation. Our hyperthermophilic fermentation systems maximize methane yield from challenging feedstocks including pig slurry, dairy manure, straw, and seaweed, while opening pathways to green hydrogen and bio-acetate production..
Engineering & Project Delivery
CHALLENGE: Many biogas projects fail due to poor integration between biological processes and mechanical systems, resulting in 30-50% lower methane yields than projected.
OUR SOLUTION: Integrated engineering services that optimize both biological and mechanical performance for maximum biogas production efficiency.
At Hyperthermics, our engineering services are designed to manage complexity and deliver robust, scalable systems that bring your projects to life. Our team combines expertise in mechanical, automation, and systems engineering to ensure a holistic approach from concept to completion.
Mechanical Engineering: Our senior mechanical engineers specialize in the design, construction, and optimization of industrial-scale systems. We leverage industry-standard software for precise 3D modeling and design, ensuring all physical components are robust and fit for purpose.
Automation Engineering: We provide the foundational design for automated processes, including control philosophies, interfaces, I/O lists, and P&IDs, to improve efficiency and reliability. While we partner with trusted specialists for system integration and installation, our in-house expertise ensures the high-level design is sound and ready for implementation.
Systems Engineering: We apply a systems-level perspective to every project, ensuring all components work together seamlessly. This includes foundational work in requirements analysis, systems architecture, and risk management to build a reliable and coherent solution from the ground up.
Project Management: We provide dedicated support to keep your project on schedule and within budget. Our focus on clear communication and proactive problem-solving ensures a smooth and successful project lifecycle.
Biological & Lab Analysis
CHALLENGE: Standard mesophilic systems struggle with difficult feedstocks like straw and nitrogen-rich manure (ammonia inhibition), limiting commercial viability.
OUR SOLUTION: Hyperthermophilic fermentation testing and microbial optimization that can increase methane yields significantly from challenging biomass sources.
Our laboratory is the heart of our unique technology. We offer specialized services to analyze and enhance biological processes, leveraging our deep knowledge of extremophilic microorganisms.
Specialized Fermentation: Our lab is equipped multiple reactors for controlled, small-scale fermentation trials. We can test various feedstocks and optimize conditions to maximize biogas output, protein recovery, or other desired products.
Biomethane Potential Testing (AMPTS): We use the Automatic Methane Potential Test System (AMPTS) to accurately measure the biogas potential of your biomass, providing precise data to inform process design and financial projections.
Microbial Sourcing & Isolation: Our unique expertise lies in sourcing and isolating novel bacteria from natural environments, such as hydrothermal vents. We can find and cultivate the right microorganisms for your specific feedstock and process requirements.
Feedstock Optimization Expertise Our laboratory specializes in optimizing biogas production from challenging biomass types:
Livestock Waste: Pig slurry and dairy manure biogas optimization, including ammonia inhibition management and co-digestion strategies for 35%+ yield improvements -
Agricultural Residues: Straw biogas conversion (wheat, corn, barley) with advanced pretreatment to overcome lignin recalcitrance
Marine Biomass: Seaweed and macroalgae anaerobic digestion, leveraging salt- tolerant hyperthermophilic bacteria
Co-digestion Testing: Optimized biomass mixing ratios (e.g., straw + manure) for balanced C:N ratios and maximum methane output Each feedstock requires specific conditions and microbial communities—our AMPTS testing and fermentation trials identify the optimal approach for your specific biomass.
Commercial & Intellectual Property
CHALLENGE: Biogas technology companies often struggle to secure funding and protect innovations in a competitive market.
OUR SOLUTION: Strategic guidance from founders who've successfully built a defensible IP portfolio in the biogas sector.
Beyond our engineering and biological expertise, we offer strategic guidance to help you navigate the commercial landscape, leveraging our own experience with technology development and commercialization.
Business Development: We have a proven track record in securing funding and forming strategic partnerships. We can guide you through the complexities of soft funding applications, assist with M&A and joint venture strategies, and help you identify viable commercial pathways based on our own experience.
Intellectual Property (IP): Our team manages a significant IP portfolio of patents and proprietary know-how. We can share our practical knowledge of the unique biotech and engineering IP landscape, helping you understand how to build a strong, defensible position for your technology. We can also provide referrals to trusted IP professionals.