About Microfluidics
Microfluidics: Revolutionizing High-Pressure Fluid Technology
Microfluidics is a leading manufacturer of high shear microfluidizer homogenizers that are designed to cater to the needs of various industries such as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, chemical processing, and food and beverage. The company has been at the forefront of developing innovative solutions for particle reduction, nanoparticle production, cell disruption and nanoemulsions applications.
With over 30 years of experience in high-pressure fluid technology, Microfluidics has established itself as a trusted partner for companies looking to improve their product quality and efficiency. The company's patented technology enables it to produce homogenizers that can process materials at pressures up to 40,000 psi (2,758 bar), which is significantly higher than what other manufacturers offer.
One of the key advantages of Microfluidics' homogenizers is their ability to produce uniform particle sizes with minimal heat generation. This makes them ideal for applications where precise control over particle size distribution is critical. For instance, in the pharmaceutical industry where drug efficacy depends on particle size distribution or in the food industry where texture and mouthfeel are important factors.
Another area where Microfluidics' technology excels is in nanoparticle production. Nanoparticles have become increasingly important in various fields such as drug delivery systems or nanoelectronics due to their unique properties compared to larger particles. However, producing nanoparticles with consistent size and shape can be challenging using traditional methods. Microfluidics' homogenizers overcome this challenge by providing precise control over shear rates which results in uniform nanoparticles.
Cell disruption is another application area where Microfluidics' technology shines. Cell disruption involves breaking open cells without damaging their contents which can be used for extracting intracellular components such as proteins or enzymes from bacteria or yeast cells. Traditional methods involve mechanical grinding or sonication which can damage sensitive biomolecules leading to reduced yields or activity levels. In contrast, Microfluidics' homogenizers use high-pressure fluid shearing forces that gently break open cells while preserving their contents resulting in higher yields and activity levels.
Finally, nanoemulsions are another application area where Microfluidic's technology offers significant benefits compared to traditional emulsion techniques such as stirring or shaking liquids together until they form an emulsion mixture that separates over time due to differences in density between phases (oil vs water). Nanoemulsions are stable emulsions with droplet sizes less than 100 nm that have unique properties compared with conventional emulsions including increased stability against coalescence/aggregation/creaming/sedimentation; improved bioavailability; enhanced optical clarity; improved taste/mouthfeel/texture; reduced viscosity etc..
In conclusion,
Microfluidic's high shear microfludizer homogenizers offer a range of benefits across multiple industries including pharmaceuticals/biotech/chemical processing/food & beverage by providing precise control over particle size distribution/nanoparticle production/cell disruption/nanoemulsion formation while minimizing heat generation/damage/degradation during processing steps resulting in higher yields/activity levels/product quality & efficiency overall!