Maximize Efficiency with Maratek’s Vapor-Static Systems

Discover the power of solventless extraction with Maratek’s Vapor-Static technology—an innovative solution for cannabis biomass processing. Our two models deliver unmatched performance and efficiency:

• VS 1000: Processes 20–40 lbs/hour | 10' W x 14' L x 10' H

• VS 5000: Processes 100–200 lbs/hour | 10' W x 22' L x 16' H

Vapor-Static technology offers significant advantages, including lower operational costs compared to ethanol or CO2 extraction. With minimal sugars, low wax content, and high potency, the oil produced is ready for distillation, requiring fewer resources and staff to operate.

Decarboxylation is a process and chemical reaction that removes a carboxyl group from a molecule and releases carbon dioxide. Before cannabis is decarboxylated, there isn’t naturally occurring CBD or THC present in the plant.

The process of distillation and isolation takes place in the final stages of creating a cannabis oil extract, which is made using the dried plant in crude extract.

When selecting a new extraction system for your cannabis or hemp business, understanding its overall performance is crucial. Since the introduction of Vapor-Static extraction, Boulder Creek Technologies has gathered extensive performance data from various projects. In this blog, we’ll delve into this data to evaluate how the Vapor-Static system has been performing across different settings.

Innovative Cannabis Extraction Techniques for High-Quality Products

Cannabis extraction plays a critical role in the creation of many products across the industry. As the market evolves, extraction technologies continue to improve, ensuring higher-quality extracts to meet growing consumer demand. In this post, we explore three key extraction methods—ethanol extraction, water extraction, and vapor-static extraction—each offering unique benefits and challenges.

Whether you're focused on maximizing yields, preserving terpene profiles, or reducing environmental impact, choosing the right extraction method is essential. Maratek offers advanced solutions, including ethanol recovery systems, Trident water extraction, and vapor-static extraction technology, to help streamline and upgrade your cannabis operations.

Scaling your cannabis or hemp extraction operations comes with challenges across several critical areas:

• Process Design & Integration: Transitioning from manual to automated systems requires seamless equipment layout and connection, ensuring efficiency at scale.

• Regulatory Compliance: Working with ethanol or hydrocarbon-based processes involves strict safety regulations, building codes, and area classifications.

• Chemical Engineering Challenges: Scaling equipment like rotovaps requires innovative solutions to overcome limitations, such as the surface area-to-volume problem.

• Financial Risk Management: Proper project management and coordination of lead times reduce downtime and prevent costly errors.

Partner with BCT’s expert engineering team to streamline your extraction processes, ensure regulatory compliance, and scale efficiently with minimal risks.

With the U.S. considering the rescheduling of cannabis to Schedule III, cannabis manufacturers face a critical moment. This reclassification would recognize cannabis's medical value, reducing regulatory restrictions and opening new markets. Companies that invest in scaling operations now will gain a significant advantage as demand for pharmaceutical-grade cannabis increases.

Understanding the SAFER Banking Act

The Secure and Fair Enforcement (SAFE) Banking Act - commonly known as the SAFER Banking Act - is legislation designed to address the financial conundrum faced by cannabis businesses. 

Cannabis legislation varies significantly across the EU, contingent on each government's stance. Some countries, like Bulgaria, maintain a strict prohibition on all forms of cannabis, while others, such as Malta, have legalized its use and possession.