3 Tips to Shortlist the Perfect Ethanol Extraction Machines
Ethanol is a versatile solvent that mixes without separation in organic solvents and water. Also known as ethyl alcohol (EtOH), it is one of the common solvents that closely reproduce chemical ratios under extraction processes. Alcohol lets you extract both oil-soluble and water-soluble components. Ethanol extraction machines simplify the process while allowing you to get the most from it.
Why ethanol extraction?
With the correct machine, ethanol extraction is safer and quicker, and the results remain consistent and desirable, even when working with high-volume hemp. Moreover, the solvents and systems involved are more reasonably priced, than other types of extraction equipment
How to choose the correct ethanol extraction machine
- Know the options
When choosing ethanol extraction machines, you have to identify the different types of extraction techniques. Here’s a quick overview:
Soxhlet technique – This is a warm ethanol extraction process that boils ethanol in a pot or a flask under a vacuum. Then, the ethanol is re-condensed with a condenser above the biomass column. Ethanol is continuously washed over cannabis to dissolve cannabinoids.
Chilled conditions and room temperature – These methods preserve more cannabinoid acid forms. This can be used for manufacturing; THCA crystals, shatters, and other oral products that are rich in cannabinoids. Room temperature extraction can get more pigments and waxes, and cooled-down extraction may not need additional clarification and dewaxing procedures.
- Go for high-end ethanol extraction machines
Rather than using a basic container and manually agitating cannabis and ethanol, look for a piece of automated equipment that can inject the ethanol solvent, control temperature, and conduct inline dewaxing and clarification.
Cryogenic extraction machines are a scalable all-in-one solution. They can also conduct automated solvent cooling and recovery, decarboxylation, de-solventization, and filtration. It ensures 98 percent ethanol recovery at 350 liters per hour and is convenient for high-capacity and continuous operations.
- Consult with experts
Some manufacturers of advanced ethanol extraction machines offer consulting services to help you make informed choices. They can also help you start your cannabis extraction plant and provide the guidance you require to ensure GMP compliance, FDA approval, and financial planning.
About The Author:
This article is written by Vivek Pallav. He has written many articles about Cannabis, the Cannabis Extraction space, and regularly consults clients on extraction solutions.
