Technology

Heliae's proprietary technology package spans the algae-to-product value chain, from algae strains to multi-product refining. We offer a flexible, turnkey-solution that interfaces with industrial CO2 emitters, nitrogenous waste sources, and other industrial partners to convert unwanted waste streams into valuable products. Our "bolt-on" solution and engineering expertise helps industries in a variety of sectors improve not only their environmental results, but also their productivity and bottom-lines.

Heliae's Algae Strains

Our process starts with specialized proprietary strains of algae developed in cooperation with Arizona State University (ASU) and exclusively licensed to Heliae. Coupled with our deep algae experience, we boast growth rates, yields, and control over our algae cultures that are well ahead of industry norms. Currently, we utilize only non-GMO algal strains to ensure worldwide market access for the myriad products we can produce. We are continuously developing new strains geared to optimize desired outputs and to thrive in a broad range of climates.
 

The Heliae Photo-Bioreactor

Heliae's photo-bioreactor design pushes the boundaries of known algae-growing systems. Maximizing control of the algal culture's environment, Heliae delivers the solar conversion efficiency, production consistency, and yields that are essential to profitable operations. The Heliae photo-bioreactor maximizes per acre efficiency by producing more energy, on less land.
 

Heliae's Extraction & Refining Process

Pushing algae strains to amass valuable materials is only part of what it takes to profitably produce bio-based products. Through Heliae's patent-pending extraction technology, we strip targeted products from algal cultures creating a multi-product stream that can be optimized to meet market conditions. As a company staffed with biofuels veterans we feel strongly that production models tied to one or two products lack the agility needed to succeed in an ever-changing marketplace. The high level of control - and product variability - that our bio-refining technology enables minimizes market risk and creates a business model that can thrive under a variety of economic conditions.