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extraktLAB – How to Select CO2 Extraction Equipment for GMP Operations
In this new age of cannabis legality, solvent extraction methods are as wide-ranging as the products produced. Carbon Dioxide (CO2) extraction systems stand out in the crowded landscape as they offer unique advantages for medical-grade cannabis extracts. Still, the...
Oil Winterization: A Key Step in the Refining Process
Less than a decade ago, cannabis extracts were seen as a fringe market, mainly used in edibles or topical applications towards a small niche of consumers. However, in recent years we have seen a huge shift in the appreciation and uptake of cannabinoid oil extracts,...
THCA Diamonds | All You Need To Know
We've all heard the old adage, "diamonds are a girl's best friend". But how about a cannabis extract producer's best friend? Say hello to THC-A diamonds, the revolutionary concentrate taking the legal marijuana market by storm. Among the most potent cannabis...
pure99 Chromatography vs CPC vs SFC
In this article, we sit down with separation scientist and extraktLAB CEO, Dr. Jon Thompson, to discuss the pure99 high-performance liquid chromatography system and how it compares with centrifugal partition chromatography (CPC) and supercritical CO2 as an eluent.
What is Extraction through Distillation Automation?
This image shows a typical process including extraction, winterization, solvent removal, decarboxylation and finally distillation. In botanical extraction, the biomass is loaded into the extraction vessel and then the extracted oil is collected. The collected oil is...
Why CO2 is Best for Environmental Sustainability and Cost Efficiency
There is little doubt that the hemp and cannabis industry is linked to increased environmental awareness. An indication of that connection is the increased emphasis on environmentally sustainable practices that focuses on the environmental impacts of hemp and cannabis...
A Full Guide for Decarboxylation
In this article, we will examine the decarboxylation process of hemp and cannabis in order to make the best extract based products on the market. This guide is designed to explain decarboxylation in detail, how it plays a role in the extraction process, when it can be...
What is the Cost of a Supercritical CO2 Extractor?: Factors, Considerations and Specifications
Whether you are new to the world of hemp and cannabis extraction, or you are looking to grow your current extraction operation, knowing the costs of buying a new extractor is critical. There are factors that contribute to the price tag you see when buying an...
Top 5 Tips For You to Use at MJBizCon
Are you planning on going to the 10 year anniversary of the world's largest cannabis business conference? Well, so are we! And we wanted to put together a list of five tips that you can use before you head to this awesome event 5. Study Up on the Conference Agenda and...
CO2Cage: The Best CO2 System in the Extraction Industry
Solvent delivery is an often overlooked aspect to the extraction process. When using a solvent like supercritical CO2, an efficient CO2 system capable of supplying your extractors at the correct pressure and temperature all while maintaining a safe and efficient...
How to Get the Best Terpenes During Decarb
Terpenes are critical for creating quality hemp extracts, but what is the ideal way to get the best terpenes? At extraktLAB, we firmly believe that the decarb process is the best time to get the best terpenes - bar none. In this article, we will review some critical...
Tour of the clearSTILL Wiped Film Evaporation System
Distillation is an essential final step to creating high-quality products in the hemp extraction industry. Distillation techniques vary, but creating potent, desirable distillate requires wiped film distillation methods to create the highest quality hemp extract...
A Tour Inside the pure99 Liquid Chromatography System
Liquid chromatography is a critical separations technique in the hemp extraction industry. Cannabinoid remediation is essential to creating, not only a legal product, but a quality product as well. This method of separations through chromatography is consistent and...
CBD Crystals: The Process of Making CBD Isolate
Making CBD isolate powder is a critical aspect of any hemp processing business. Because of its potency and versatility, CBD isolate powder is a key product for any producer's product lineup. This article will detail the process of making CBD isolate powder from start...
CBD Powder: the Most Pure & Versatile CBD Product
The purest form of CBD formulation is made through the isolation process. This creates CBD powder that is easily useable for businesses and customers alike making it a highly sought after product. With a near 100% purity, isolate CBD powder is one of the best ways to...
Document Control and SOPs with igwLAB
In this article, Dr. Jon walks through the document control, SOPs and Good Manufacturing Practices incorporated with the igwLAB from extraktLAB. The IGW software seamlessly integrates with the production process using its Document Control Manager to ensure...
Top 10 GMP Certification Requirements for Hemp Processors
Many hemp processors wonder what they need to do to comply with the many regulations that some states are implementing to meet GMP certification. Extraktlab has spent the last several years putting many companies into the business of hemp extraction and have...
What is Delta 8 THC? Dr. Jon Explains!
With increased popularity and interest, there are many asking themselves, "What is delta 8 THC?" If you find yourself in that camp, we have good news for you. In this brief and information packed video, extraktLAB founder and CEO, Dr. Jon Thompson, gives a detailed...
Water Soluble CBD: Is Nano CBD a Breakthrough, or a Fad?
The popularity of CBD has resulted in a number of scientific breakthroughs, along with unfortunate marketing ploys. Many supposed "miracle products" in the CBD industry have little merit to show for it. Therefore, healthy skepticism is necessary when a new product...
Terpene Chart: Calculating Boiling Point Under Vacuum
Collecting quality hemp terpenes requires the wherewithal to understand how those terpenes will react to given pressures and temperatures. To fully establish an accurate method for efficiently recovering terpenes, calculating terpene boiling point under vacuum is...
