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Short Path Distillation vs. Wiped Film Distillation

Short Path Distillation vs. Wiped Film Distillation

The following article explains the key differences between short path and wiped film distillation equipment and techniques. We discuss the operation of the equipment and also compare and contrast some key distillation operating parameters. For years, the hemp...
Let’s Be Clear: a Guide for Distillate Clarity

Let’s Be Clear: a Guide for Distillate Clarity

Topics and Information Guide How to optimize distillation methods for clarity and quality Splattering in wiped film equipment caused by incomplete decarboxylation Wiped film vs Short path A helpful tip for troubleshooting wipers How the clearSTILL 400 compares to...
Falling Film vs. Rotovaps: the fracTron solution

Falling Film vs. Rotovaps: the fracTron solution

Falling Film vs. Rotovaps: the fracTron solution Advances in Distillation: fracTron vs. Rotary Evaporators Does your cannabis processing company use rotary evaporators for distillation and solvent recovery when making CBD oil? How many rotovaps do you need to use?...
Free Live Tour – 5 ton daily facility – RSVP Now

Free Live Tour – 5 ton daily facility – RSVP Now

Free Live Tour – 5 ton daily facility – RSVP Now Join the extraktLAB team March 12, 2020 at 10am CST, for a tour of a facility that produces 5 tons of biomass every single day using supercritical co2 extractors. The tour will be hosted by Dr. Jon Thompson....
Denatured Ethanol Questions Without Answers

Denatured Ethanol Questions Without Answers

Chemical residuals are often left behind when ethanol extraction companies use denatured or specially denatured ethanol to extract CBD from hemp. Unlike food grade ethanol, denatured ethanol is initially much less expensive. However, denatured ethanol can carry a wide...