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Appl Environ Microbiol. 1962 March; 10(2): 169-175

Harvesting of Algae by Froth Flotation

Resources Research, Inc., Washington, D. C.

ABSTRACT

A highly efficient froth flotation procedure has been developed for harvesting algae from dilute suspensions. The method does not depend upon the addition of flotants. Harvesting is carried out in a long column containing the feed solution which is aerated from below. A stable column of foam is produced and harvested from a side arm near the top of the column.

The cell concentration of the harvest is a function of pH, aeration rate, aerator porosity, feed concentration, and height of foam in the harvesting column. The economic aspects of this process seem favorable for mass harvesting of algae for food or other purposes.

¹ Present address: Rockefeller Institute, New York, N. Y.