Burcon is a pioneer and global leader in the development of innovative processing technologies for the large-scale production of high-purity protein ingredients that have exceptional taste, functionality and nutrition. Unique in North America, the pilot-scale facility at our Winnipeg Technical Centre offers the whole range of plant protein processing capabilities allowing interested parties to develop, validate and scale-up their processes. With over 250 years of combined food processing experience, our highly skilled team of scientists and engineers can work with you and your team to develop and deliver innovative products and solutions.
What We Provide
CONSULTING AND CONTRACT SERVICES
PRODUCT AND PROCESS DEVELOPMENT
PROCESS SCALE-UP AND VALIDATION
Core Competencies
- Process development for plant proteins
- Aqueous protein extraction and purification
- Membrane technology
- Solid/liquid & liquid/liquid separation
- Drying & blending
- Upcycled value-added ingredient isolation
Infrastructure
- 10,000 sqft of lab and pilot-scale production areas
- Cold pressing capabilities (e.g. oilseeds)
- Extraction / Clarification / Separation
- Membrane filtration (MF, UF, NF, RO)
- Heat treatment capabilities
- Spray & Freeze drying
- Analytical, Functionality & Product Application Labs
