VitaHop®

Maintain optimal ethanol yields while keeping yeast healthy and controlling bacterial growth

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Maintain optimal yields

Ensure reliable fermentations

Keep yeast healthy

Are Bacterial Infections a Constant Issue?

Are you experiencing production disruptions and facing revenue loss?

Are you looking to replace harsh chemicals in your process?

Want co-products without chemical residues?

Stop experiencing infections. Discover the efficacy of VitaHop.

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Say Goodbye to Infections and Improve Yeast Health

We understand bacterial infections can quickly get out of control and disrupt production, potentially causing substantial losses and lost revenue. That's where VitaHop comes in. This line of natural hop extracts is ideal for the production of bioethanol from a range of raw material feedstocks, protecting yeast from bacterial growth and their acid by-products during fermentation processes.

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WHAT CUSTOMERS SAY

"BetaTec is one of our top three suppliers, not just for business size but for the quality of the relationship - loyalty, transparency and strategic planning." 
- President, Chemical Distribution
“We work with BetaTec because their products perform as advertised and their technical support is practical, responsive, and grounded in real plant data.”
- Operations Manager, Ethanol Producer
"I value the naturalness of the BetaTec product, our shared vision and the strong, responsive relationship."
– Procurement, Food Production
“BetaTec has helped us improve fermentation efficiency, stabilize yeast health, and make decisions backed by data rather than guesswork.”
 - Operations Manager, Ethanol Producer

Time’s Up on Being Stuck

Unchecked bacteria and inconsistent bacterial control is bad news for fermentation. When infections develop, they compete with and eventually inhibit yeast, slowing fermentation. Bacteria also use up valuable feedstock producing organic acids such as lactic acid, further reducing ethanol yields.

Why risk substantial losses and lost revenue? BetaTec provides innovative hop products backed by comprehensive technical support.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Will the hop product affect our yeast performance?

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No. Unlike broad-spectrum antimicrobials, our hop products selectively inhibit Gram-positive bacteria while leaving yeast unharmed. Many plants report improved fermentation kinetics due to reduced bacterial competition for nutrients.
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How quickly will I see results?

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Most plants observe measurable improvements in lactic acid control within two or three fermentation cycles as the selected hop product establishes consistent bacterial suppression.
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Will your hop products prevent stuck fermentation?

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Hop products suppress Gram-positive bacteria (notably Lactobacillus), removing microbial competition for sugars so yeast ferments consistently and avoids the slowdowns that lead to stuck or stalled fermentations.
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Will your hop products work with my feedstock?

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Yes. Effective across numerous feedstocks (corn, wheat, milo and derivatives), our hop-based processing aids have been shown to control bacteria in a range of mash matrices.
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Do I need to change my fermentation process?

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Major redesign or capital expense is not required. Our hop products work with existing regimes. BetaTec provides dosing guidance, pilot support and continued on-site assistance for smooth integration.
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Are your hop products safe and easy to use?

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Yes. They are used as an ingredient in beer,  are easy to handle and do not require special hazardous-chemical controls. See product documentation for details.