VACUUM IMPREGNATION API 3.0
CE marked device designed for infusion of cannabinoids concentration in the hemp flower
Vacuum impregnation A.P.I. 3.0 machine is to be a great technique to quickly introduce external liquids in the porous structures of plant tissues, in a controlled way.
A.P.I. uses a closed loop system. Closed-loop butane impregnation reduces the possibility of gas leakage by containing all solvents within the whole extraction equipment.
Details
Post harvest treatment (infusion) of flower. Cannabis processing equipment.
Vacuum impregnation is applied with the goal of modifying the composition of the plant.
A wide range of applications for vacuum impregnation is possible through appropriate choice and control of operating conditions such as processing temperature, pressure, time, composition of solution, geometry of the plant pieces and contact between the plant and solution.
With vacuum impregnation API 3.0, it is possible to have an effect on cannabinoids composition and concentration, without altering the terpenes. API 3.0 is used for infusion of cananbionoids in the flower or for washing the cannabinoids from the cannabis plant.
Exeat is one of the rare developers and manufacturers of Butane Impregnation Systems in the market.
Our 10+ years of experience in the domain, proved to us that Butane gas has helped getting much better results than any other solvent by:
- Proving excellent solubility in the cannabinoids.
- Requiring short mixture preparation.
- Having the highest terpene preservation rate.
- Needing the lowest investment to start.
- Needing the least energy to operate.
- Having the lowest impact on environment.
Thanks to our API 3.0 and 25.0, we are able to propose solutions for all sizes of productions and for all types of products, since we have great results with flowers and resins!
Before the order we usually in the presence of the potential buyer make a test to demonstrate performance and to give you a complimentary training session to teach you how to safely use and handle the equipment.
API 3.0 is CE marked machine that comes with a users guide. The guide includes: product description; explanation of product features; product installation and setup process; safety guide.
More about safety precautions is written in out blog post.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Operating pressure | Up to 6 barG, 18 barG for solvent tank |
| Operating temperature | 1,5 °C to 40 °C |
| Recommended working temperature | 15 °C to 25 °C |
| Working capacity | From 2,5 to 4 kg per batch |
| Duration of batch | From 2 to 3,5 hours (depends on temperature) |
| Power connection | 230 VAC, 1 ph, 10A |
| CE certificate |
Acc. to: Machinery Directive 2006/42EC Electromagnetic directive (EMC) 2014/30/EU |
* All the electrical parts located in hazard zone must be marked at least with 2G T2 IIA. Before use, carefully read the Instruction manual!
Users of the device must be properly trained.
The access to the device must be prohibited to unauthorized (not trained) workers.
DESCRIPTION
Increased interest in vacuum impregnation stems primarily from the need to make improvements in the quality of the products.
Vacuum impregnation is applied with the goal of modifying the composition of the plant.
A wide range of applications for vacuum impregnation is possible through appropriate choice and control of operating conditions such as processing temperature, pressure, time, composition of solution, geometry of the plant pieces and contact between the plant and solution.
With vacuum impregnation API 3.0, it is possible to have an effect on cannabinoids composition and concentration, without altering the terpenes.
MATERIALS
| Pos. | Item | Specification | Material | CE mark acc. |
| 1 |
Vacuum impregnation mixer |
-10°C to 50°C, 6 bar, 120 l | Stainless steel | PED 2014/68/EU |
| 2 | Preparation vessel | -10°C to 50°C, 6 bar, 20 l | Stainless steel | PED 2014/68/EU |
| 3 | Recovery pump | 0°C to 50°C | … | For flammable gases (A3) |
| 4 | Vacuum pump | Oil two stage pump | … | CE |
| OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT | ||||
| 5 | Solvent tank | 10°C to 50°C, 18 bar, 20 l | Stainless steel | PED 2014/68/EU |
| 6 | Recovery filter | 10°C to 50°C, 6 bar, 0,6 l | Stainless steel | PED 2014/68/EU |
| 7 | Heater | 20°C to 50°C, 800 l/h, 2 kW | … | CE |
ADDTIONAL EQUIPMENT
Heater: that significantly (by half) reduces revoery time. The solvent is recovered much faster and can be used in an another cycle.
Butane gas detector: in case of a presence of butane, there will be an visual and audio alarm when our ventilation system is installed. The detector triggers ventilaton and in case of high butane concentration all electrical consumers will be disconected (except the ventilator).
MAINTENANCE
For maintenance, please follow the instruction manual.
WARRANTY
2 years on stainless steel equipment. 500 working hours for recovery pump if protected with our filter and solvent tank.