Parallel control
Full control of up to 12 Biobook systems in parallel
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Biobook
Twin
Two vessels, fully independent control. The Biobook Twin brings parallel process development to the bench: two 350 mL to 40 L vessels with independent temperature, agitation, gas and pumps, and Bioflex™ SCADA software networking up to 24 reactors.
Dual independent vesselBioflex™ SCADAPilot GMP ready
/// Specifications
The control unit, from every side
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Gas line pressure gauges
On each module, the gauges monitor the pressure of the four gases (air, O₂, CO₂ and N₂) regulated by the thermal MFCs, with flow rates from 0.002 to 20 L/min.
Peristaltic pumps with quick-release tubing
Four pumps per vessel, expandable to eight: 0.05 to 50–100 mL/min, reversible flow and manual, timed or gravimetric mode.
Sparger and overlay
Sparger and overlay lines for mixed gases, controlled by Bioflex™. Aeration strategies: 4-gas mixing, DO cascade, O₂/N₂ enrichment and CO₂/pH control.
START button
START button to start the system.
Emergency stop
STOP emergency button on the sealed front panel (IP21 protection rating).
Second module
The lower module repeats the gauges, pumps and sparger and overlay lines: the two vessels are controlled fully independently.
RS-485 digital probes
On the upper module, four connectors for ISM / ARC digital probes: glass (2–12) or optical (6.5–8.5) pH, dissolved oxygen and pCO₂ (optional).
4–20 mA analog inputs
On the upper module, four 4–20 mA connectors for analog sensors and instruments, such as Pt100 temperature, gas analyzer and more.
Ethernet and USB
On the lower module, RJ45 ports for the Bioflex™ SCADA software (up to 24 bioreactors, independent or linked; OPC UA, Modbus TCP, Ethernet/IP and optional Profibus) and a USB 2.0 port to update the firmware.
Ethernet and USB
On the upper module, RJ45 ports for secure remote control of Bioflex™ via browser or VPN and a USB 2.0 port to update the firmware.
RS-485 digital probes
On the lower module, four connectors for ISM / ARC digital probes.
4–20 mA analog inputs
On the lower module, four 4–20 mA connectors for analog sensors and instruments, such as Pt100 temperature, gas analyzer and more.
Power supply
One inlet per module: 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, single phase; 4 kVA maximum power.
Heating blanket and sensors
Connectors for the heating blanket and the level and antifoam sensor.
Mixer
Connectors for mixer power and control parameters.
Thermochiller and scales
Connector for the thermochiller and connector for up to 3 scales.
Additional peristaltic pump module
Connection for an additional peristaltic pump module.
Wet unit
Connection for an additional vessel thermostating unit (Wet).
Gas inlets
Air, O₂, CO₂ and N₂ on each module: four standard lines per vessel, plus four optional ones. Clean, oil-free compressed air at 3–6 barg.
Gas analysis
Inlet and outlet for gas analysis.
Cooling
Inlet from the chiller or thermochiller and outlets to the condenser and cold finger.
- AI-driven
Predictive alerts & automation
- GMP upgrade kits
Always available
- Web-based software
Full SCADA integration
- International service
Proactive maintenance
Download the Biobook Twin datasheet ↓
PDF · free registration required.
/// Types
Vessel types
Same vessel range as the Biobook Compact, mountable on either of the two vessels independently.
Glass, autoclavable
Borosilicate with a 316L stainless steel headplate, jacketed or single-wall, with Rushton or pitched impellers.
- Total volume
- 0.5 – 12 L
Stainless steel, autoclavable
Electropolished 316L stainless steel, pressure up to 2 barg, with a CIP/SIP option.
- Total volume
- 1 – 15 L
Single-use
Medical-grade PMMA vessel, pre-assembled and pre-sterilized, with pre-calibrated single-use sensors and pre-mounted tubing.
- Total volume
- 0.35 – 40 L
Airlift
Circulation driven by the injected gas, with no impeller: gentle, ultra-low-shear mixing with even oxygen distribution.
- Total volume
- 0.5 – 12 L
/// Data
Compact vs Twin comparison
Key differences between the two Biobook control unit models.
| Parameter | Compact | Twin |
|---|---|---|
| Controlled vessels | 1 | 2 (independent) |
| Dimensions (W×D×H) | 341×554×253 mm | 341×554×506 mm |
| Weight | 25.2 kg | 51 kg |
| Power consumption | Max 2 kVA | Max 4 kVA |
| Standard gas lines | 4 + 2 optional | 2× 4 + 4 optional |
| Peristaltic pumps | 4 (expandable to 8) | 4 per vessel (expandable to 8 per vessel) |
/// Components & accessories
Compatible accessories
Other on request
Contact us → The accessories are also compatible with pilot and industrial systems.
/// Datasheets
Documentation (PDF)
Technical documents in PDF · the datasheets ask for a free registration, the catalogues download without one.
/// FAQ
Frequently asked questions
The Twin has two independent vessels instead of one, with fully separate temperature, agitation, gas and pump control per vessel. Same width and depth as the Compact but double the height (506 mm vs 253 mm) and nearly double the weight (51 kg vs 25.2 kg).
Yes. The two vessels are fully independently controlled — temperature, agitation, gas, pumps and sensors — making the Twin ideal for A/B comparative studies or parallel process development.
Up to 24 bioreactors, independent or linked, via Ethernet or OPC network, with synchronized data logging across all units — double the Biobook Compact standalone limit (12).
The same range as the Biobook Compact, 350 mL to 40 L total volume: autoclavable glass (0.5 to 12 L), autoclavable stainless steel (1 to 15 L), single-use (0.35 to 40 L) and airlift (0.5 to 12 L), independently mountable on each of the two vessels.
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/// Certifications & standards
CE markedPED 2014/68/EUASME BPEUL 508AGMP / GLPFDA 21 CFR Part 11