Six Sigma Methodology in Increasing Spirulina Production
Journal Title: Minerva Journal - Year 2020, Vol 1, Issue 1
Abstract
This work presents results of improvement in the productivity of Arthrospira platensis (spirulina) in a company dedicated to its production. The six sigma methodology was applied in production processes that require the use of bioreactors. Starting from the analysis of the current state, aspects, physical and chemical variables that directly influence the productivity achieved were identified. Various culture media were tested and subsequently scaled for industrial production. In addition, the incorporation of carbon into the culture medium was controlled, optimizing the range of potential hydrogen pH. The identified parameters were measured and six sigma methodology strategies were assigned. An improvement in productivity corresponding to 66% was verified with the same quality of final product.
Authors and Affiliations
Freire, Daniel; Flor, Omar; Alvarez, Gabriela
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- DOI https://doi.org/10.47460/minerva.v1i1.3
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