Genencor introduces a greener, more efficient enzyme for ethanol production

Genencor, a division of Danisco A/S, today announced a new enzyme product that significantly improves the process of converting corn to ethanol by increasing throughput and the value of its by-product, known as distiller’s dried grain with solubles (DDGS) used as a component in formulating animal feed.

Called Maxaliq™ ONE, the new enzyme product offers the next generation technology that continues to advance the production of biofuels. Maxaliq™ ONE blend contains a novel thermostable enzyme that is used as a processing aid to efficiently reduce viscosity of the liquefact and break down phytic acid in grains to create a higher value by-product DDGS.

“Maxaliq™ ONE offers a variety of plant processing benefits to ethanol producers and contributes to a more sustainable environment by reducing non-digestible, phosphorous containing phytic acid in DDGS,” said Brian Carter, vice president for grain processing. “Our partnership with the biofuels industry has created a demand for constantly improving technology. We’re pleased to offer a second generation product to respond to that need.”

According to Carter, the Maxaliq™ ONE blend used in conjunction with Genencor’s innovative Phytase Amylase Liquefaction System (PALS), reduces viscosity and reduces mash phytic acid in the dry-mill process.  The addition of a simple step at the beginning of the process therefore results in efficient liquefaction.   “Maxaliq™ ONE improves the sustainability values of two industries, ethanol and animal nutrition,” said Brian Carter.

Genencor is introducing Maxaliq™ ONE at the 2007 Fuel Ethanol Workshop in St. Louis, MO, USA. To find out more about Maxaliq™ ONE, please visit our new website at www.genencor.com or contact your Genencor representative.

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