About
AstellBio is a pioneering UK manufacturer of Thermal Effluent Decontamination Systems (EDS), with a heritage in sterilization technology stretching back to the 19th century. Trusted by research institutions and facilities worldwide, AstellBio delivers chemical-free, heat-based sterilization solutions designed to safely neutralize the liquid waste generated in some of science's most controlled and sensitive environments.
For agricultural researchers and plant scientists, the safe containment and decontamination of wastewater is a critical — and often overlooked — challenge. GM plant growth cabinets, controlled environment facilities, and contained glasshouses all generate liquid effluent that may carry genetically modified material, plant pathogens, or other biological contaminants. AstellBio's thermal EDS technology eliminates these risks at source, rendering wastewater safe for disposal without the use of chemicals, protecting both people and the wider environment.
Operating at temperatures of 121°C and above, AstellBio\'s systems effectively deactivate bacteria, viruses, spores, and genetically modified material — meeting the stringent regulatory requirements of Containment Level 3 (CL3) and Biosafety Level 3 (BSL-3) facilities. From compact laboratory units suited to individual growth rooms, to large-scale continuous systems serving entire research campuses, AstellBio offers a range of solutions sized for any operation.
Whether safeguarding against the escape of novel GM traits or preventing the spread of dangerous plant pathogens, AstellBio gives agricultural researchers the confidence to work at the cutting edge — safely, compliantly, and sustainably.
