Apparatus and methods for bioprocesses and other processes
US10960393B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 21, 2018 |
| Grant date | Mar 30, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 16, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01L2300/14
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Apparatus and methods for providing a single-use, disposable module or manifold for testing and analysis of bioprocesses, as well as a portable and compact device which can be used with the module or manifold. A module comprising a valve, a filter or guard column, an affinity column, and a flow cell is provided with several ports for receiving tubing connections for a sample and one or more solvents, as well as one or more outlet ports for connections to one or more waste reservoirs. The flow cell may use UV light to determine a protein concentration of a sample in one particular example. The module can be connected directly or indirectly to a bioreactor containing the bioprocess and material to be sampled, and can be disposed of once a production run has been completed. In addition, manifolds are provided which can be embodied as a valve assembly, and which can comprise the same components and features as the disposable module. The manifolds and modules are compact and easy to use. A portable device adapted for use with a easily removable module is also provided.
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