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Best Extraction Method for Making Gummies
When it comes to extracting CBD or THC for making infused gummies, there are many extraction methods you can use to achieve a tasty and effective end product. From CO2 to hydrocarbon solvents to ethanol, the best method for the production of your gummies can be influenced by a number of factors. At the end…
Read MoreHow to Make Cannabis Distillate
Understanding how to make cannabis distillate requires prior knowledge of distillate and its use. Cannabis distillate is a versatile oil form of cannabis that’s growing in popularity. It appears as a primary ingredient in several popular THC and CBD products, including edibles, tinctures, capsules, and vape cartridges. The process of making cannabis distillate requires refinement…
Read MoreHow to Make Live Resin
Training customers on how to make live resin is quite possibly our most frequently asked and answered questions amongst new hydrocarbon technicians – and it’s easy to see why. Live Resin products are amongst the fastest growing segments of cannabis products on the market. Beloved for it’s high-terpene content, full cannabinoid profile, and high-THC volume.…
Read MoreThe Differences Between Concentrates and Distillate
Cannabis comes in many forms, from oils and extracts to concentrates and distillate. Both medical users and connoisseurs can consume their THC or CBD in a wide range of products like baked goods, candies, gummies, vape cartridges, shatter, and wax, among others. The THC and CBD that goes into these products get separated from the…
Read MoreCannabis Extraction Compliance, Rules, and Regulations
Consumption of cannabis related products has come a long way in the few thousand years since humans were first known to use it for its many purposes. As more states and jurisdictions have legalized marijuana consumption for both medical and recreational use, the need for proper regulation for cannabis extraction has never been greater. However,…
Read MoreRemoving Residual Solvents
Removing Residual Solvents in Solventless vs Hydrocarbon The terms residual solvent and residual solvent analysis get thrown around pretty regularly in the extraction industry. Today, we’re going to break down what this means, how it affects your extracts and end products and how legislators are regulating residual solvent analysis. Methods of Extraction Solventless vs Solvents…
Read MoreContaminant Remediation in Hydrocarbon Extraction
There are several forms of potential contamination that can render an otherwise great output product into something deemed “low quality” or even unsellable. With a little ingenuity and understanding of what exactly we are trying to remove from our hydrocarbon extracts, we can easily create a high-quality end product. With the use of inline contaminant…
Read MoreHow to Make CBD Isolate
CBD isolate is 99% pure CBD, often in the form of a white powder that can be mixed into drinks or taken sublingually. This option is often popular among people who are just beginning to explore the use of cannabis or hemp derived products or looking to avoid the euphoric high associated with THC. It…
Read MoreTHC Crystalline – What to Know to Make THCA Crystals
THCA crystalline is one of the most complicated forms of cannabis to make, but the final product is one that is coveted by many for its extremely high THCA content. The end product itself has many benefits, especially for those looking to solely reap the benefits of THCA without any extra compounds present. Its neutral…
Read MoreHow to Make Shatter
Shatter is a form of cannabis extract that has become increasingly popular in recent years. Shatter retains a lot of the plant’s flavors, as well as a high concentration of THC. The end product is pure and glass-like, and it’s often consumed through vaping or dabbing. One of the most popular ways to commercially make…
Read MoreWhat is the Decarboxylation Process of Cannabis?
In the CBD extraction process, there are numerous steps to achieving an end product, one of which is decarboxylation. Many people think of decarboxylation only in terms of THC content, but it is a critical step to achieve optimal CBD content as well. Decarboxylation is a main step needed in the pre-process before distillation of…
Read MoreWhat is the Winterization Process in Cannabis Extraction?
When you’re extracting cannabis and hemp, one of the main steps in the process is called winterization. Winterization of oil is necessary to create a refined, pure end product, no matter what kind of output you’re looking to achieve. Cannabis and hemp have a lot of compounds within the plant—such as plant waxes, fats, lipids,…
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