Novozymes launches new enzyme for ethanol producers that reduces use of chemicals and saves costs
22 September 2015
Novozymes has introduced a new enzyme for ethanol producers that will reduce their use of chemicals without sacrificing yield. Liquozyme LpH is an alpha-amylase effective at low pH that thins the mash by breaking down starch into shorter dextrin chains. A more fluid mash ensures more efficient operational performance for ethanol producers running their production at low pH.
Plant trials have shown improved viscosity levels and liquefaction, enabling customers to reduce their use of chemicals for pH adjustment.
Ethanol producers can reduce dosing of both ammonia and sulphuric acid during the cook process. This saves costs and ensures a safer working environment.
—Peter Halling, Vice President for Biofuels at Novozymes
Liquozyme LpH is the latest addition to Novozymes’ range of enzyme products for the ethanol industry, with more to come. Halling said that the company would release “a new innovation” towards the end of the year.
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