Industrial Extraction
CBD Extraction Methods: Which is Best?
CBD Extraction is the process of isolating and extracting Cannabidiol from the base cannabis plant material, using some form of solvent, such as hydrocarbon or ethanol– these solvents attach to the desired compound, allowing the unnecessary plant material to be washed away. With the passage of the 2018 Farm Bill, CBD is increasingly accessible to all…
Read MoreUnderstanding the CBD Extraction Process
It’s true: CBD health and wellness phenomenon continues to boom. The market is doubling every year. CBD’s mood-regulating and anti-inflammatory properties finally reach beyond the dispensary and vape shop. Skincare products, bath oils, beverages galore… To get CBD in all of these, of course, requires extraction. But what does the extraction process look like? It’s an…
Read MoreWhat is a Closed Loop Extractor?
Closed-loop extraction is a method used for extraction of cannabinoids like tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), cannabidiol (CBD), and terpenes from cannabis plant material. This extraction method occurs entirely within a closed vessel, so the hydrocarbon solvent used to extract cannabinoids never makes contact with the outside atmosphere – hence the name “closed loop extractor.” Closed-loop extraction is…
Read MoreCO2 vs Solvent-Based Extraction: The Key to Cannabis Chemistry
The cannabis plant can be compared to a lock, hiding its true treasure—its cannabinoid and terpene content—behind its plant matter. The bulk of these compounds, whether it’s THC, CBD, alpha-pinene or beta-caryophyllene, among others, are found in the resin gland heads. Also known as trichomes, these mushroom-shaped structures can be found on the flowers or…
Read MorePrecision is Breaking Ground on Europe’s Largest Hemp Extraction Facility
Precision Extraction Solutions Named Exclusive Equipment Supplier of Canapar S.r.L. DETROIT, MI USA, February 12, 2019 – Precision Extraction Solutions (“Precision”), a market leader in cannabis and hemp extraction technology, has been named the exclusive equipment supplier of Canapar S.r.L. (“Canapar”) for the development and outfitting of its flagship extraction facility in Sicily, Italy. On the…
Read MorePros & Cons of Ethanol Extraction
Not All Solvents Are Created Equal In a maturing extraction industry, many companies have released new technologies promising to be the “next best thing”. What you probably won’t find alongside these tall tales of massive throughput is the story of the science, and why each method has its limitations and benefits. In this article, we…
Read MoreExtraction Lab Startup | Cost & Return on Investment
A Deep Dive into Investing in an Extraction Lab Business Extraction is a booming business. In more developed markets up to 70% of all retail sales come from some form of an extract-derived product. It’s no wonder why entrepreneurs and growers are rushing into the business. But what are the real costs and prospective returns…
Read MoreHow to Start a Cannabis Extraction Business Plan
10 Steps to a Successful Cannabis Extraction Business Plan The cannabis extraction business is hot. More than 50% of today’s legal marijuana sales are concentrates and infused products, and extracts constitute the fastest growing segment of the marketplace. With that kind of demand, you can bet that entrepreneurs, investors, and canna businesses are flocking to get…
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