PureFlowN₂: Improving IO Extractor Production Rate with Nitrogen Assist

2022 saw the fall of cannabis prices across North America. According to Bloomberg,

"The retail price of a gram of marijuana dropped 13% to $9.43 in the third quarter of 2022 from $10.83 in the same period a year earlier — the steepest fall ever seen for marijuana in 12 months, according to BDSA. Wholesale price declines were even more dramatic, especially in more “mature” markets that have had legal programs for longer, BDSA data shows. Colorado's average price per pound has declined 51% since the fourth quarter of 2020. In Oregon, it’s down 36%." (Kary, Tiffany (December 2022). Cheap Weed Has Become a Big Problem in the Pot Industry. Bloomberg)

Falling prices put pressure on margins up and down the supply chain. This co-occurred as cannabis markets matured and consumers became more educated and demanded higher quality products. There is a clear need for increased throughput without compromising product quality.

Welcome to the frontier of cannabis extraction innovation, where Luna Technologies has embarked on a groundbreaking mission to redefine the industry landscape. Today, we unveil PureFlowN₂ Technology, a revolutionary automated closed-loop nitrogen assist system that will propel your extraction operations into a new era of efficiency, quality, and productivity. Join us on this cosmic voyage as we delve into the extraordinary capabilities of PureFlowN₂ and how it can empower your extraction journey.

 

Today, we had the privilege of sitting down with John Digertt, the President of Hashatron, one of the leading manufacturers of solventless extraction equipment. As we dive into this Q&A session, we’ll explore the world of solventless extraction and shed light on its fascinating nuances.

We all know that both BHO and solventless methods are revered for producing high-quality live resin extracts. But what exactly sets them apart? We aim to answer this question as we delve into our discussion with John Digertt.

Whether a cannabis consumer or processor, it is crucial to understand the differences and similarities between the most common methods used to make high-quality cannabis oil: solventless and hydrocarbon cannabis extraction.

In the not-too-distant future, cannabis extraction labs will be expected to cater to every consumer's taste, from the budget-conscious newbie to the connoisseur looking for a full-spectrum experience. Labs can future-proof operations by investing in butane hash oil (BHO) and ethanol extraction technology to keep up with demand.

For solvent-based extraction, BHO and Ethanol have emerged as the best methods to process most all types of cannabis biomass, from high-quality single-strain nugs to trim.

To keep up with the increased consumer demand for a wide variety of edibles, oils concentrate, and topicals, cannabis extraction technologies have grown by leaps and bounds in the past ten years. Fully automated solutions capable of producing high purity, potency, and flavor concentrate products at scale are not only the norm but a necessity for any extraction brands looking to dominate the marketplace.

Cannabinol (CBN) is a minor cannabinoid with significant therapeutic potential. However, only trace amounts of CBN are found in cannabis plants. Complex extraction methods using chemical solvents must be used to remove a high concentration of CBN from the plant material.