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![CO2 Extraction vs Ethanol Extraction: Costs of Operation
With any hemp or botanical extraction startup, there are a number of operational costs that have to be taken into account to ensure a successful operation. Among those costs are the extraction technique and solvents used to produce your final products. When it comes to extraction solvents extraktLAB utilizes a supercritical CO2 method because of its safety, efficiency, and long-term profitability. With a cost-comparison to ethanol, CO2 alone costs $.04 per pound as opposed to an exponential $4.71 per pound of ethanol, it’s clear on overhead costs alone that ethanol is the costlier option when for any extraction operation. On top of that, the cost of solvent loss is staggering with ethanol costs ranging from $4000 to $7800 per day as opposed to only $200 to $300 when using supercritical CO2 extraction methods. In this presentation, Dr. Jon discusses the various costs associated with two popular extraction techniques, ethanol and CO2, to help you determine which option is the best choice for long-term financial growth, sustainability, and profitability in your own extraction business. Listen in as Dr. Jon highlights the looming costs of ethanol extraction and the profitability of CO2 extraction when considering your own extraction startup.
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Time Stamps:
CO2 Extraction vs Ethanol Extraction Costs of Operation [00:00]
Extraction Equipment and Startup Cost Comparison[00:32]
Game Over?[03:50]
Comparison of Financial Statements for Costs for Ethanol vs CO2 [04:11]
Operating Cost Comparison of Food grade vs Denature Ethanol [04:52]
Comparison of Monthly Operating Costs Loss of Solvent [07:48]
What is Solvent Loss from Ethanol vs CO2 Extraction?[08:13]
Co2 Extraction Needs Ethanol [10:10]
Comparison of Cost of Solvent Changeover [11:20]
What is Solvent Changeover [11:46]
Is Solvent Changeover Required? [12:16]
Can Ethanol Be Brought Back to Its Original State? [14:16]
Solvent Reuse Costs vs Interval Time [17:00]
What if I Never Changed Out My Solvent?[17:56]
Comparison of Energy Cost[18:56]
Comparison of Labor [22:37]
Cost Comparison for 1 Ton Per Day[24:24]
How Can Extraction Method Affect the Enterprise Value? [25:16]
Additional Hidden Costs for Ethanol Extraction [27:28]
Ethanol vs CO2 Extraction Score Card [30:41]
Final Words From Dr. Jon [32:06]
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![How A Supercritical CO2 Extractor Works - Animation - extraktLAB e180
How A Supercritical CO2 Extractor Works
extraktLAB’s all new E-180 is the fastest, most advanced, and most powerful Supercritical CO2 extractor on the market today. This machine is designed to provide high yield in a short period of time while satisfying the traceability requirements for GMP compliance. extraktLAB’s supercritical CO2 extraction equipment can run a variety of extraction methods. Get latest specifications and compare our Supercritical CO2 extractor and find out which equipment fits best for your business with highest supercritical extract yield.
Increase yield today with Supercritical CO2 Extractor.
Check more information here https://extraktlab.com/supercritical-co2-extractors/
We have a detailed guide for Co2 Extraction Process here https://extraktlab.com/supercritical-co2-extractors/co2-extraction-process/ and you can learn more information about Hemp Processing on this page https://extraktlab.com/supercritical-co2-extractors/hemp-processing/ as well. We do have a complete guide about extraction method which can be found here https://extraktlab.com/supercritical-co2-extractors/extraction-method/.
Listen to our podcast about Hemp and Business here https://extraktlab.com/podcast/ and access our botanical Business calculators here https://extraktlab.com/calculators/ to estimate your supercritical extraction yields and cost using our Supercritical CO2 Extractor machine.
Learn more at: http://bit.ly/CO2-Extractors
Call us at : 657-223-8158
Timestamps:
[00:00] - How A Supercritical CO2 Extractor Works
[00:01] - extraktLAB e180 features
[00:07] - Step 1: Hemp Biomass is Filled Into Extraction Columns
[00:16] - Step 2: Supercritical CO2 is Pumped Into Columns As A Solvent
[00:26] - Step 3: Supercritical CO2 + Extract is pumped Into Separator
[00:32] - Step 4: Crude Oil Is Collected
[00:34] - Step 5: CO2 is Recycled for Reuse In A Closed Loop System
[00:36] - Example Of Crude Oil
[00:48] - Learn More: https://http://www.extraktlab.com
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![Environmental Sustainability of CO2 Extraction
This video discusses the environmental sustainability of CO2 extraction compared to other methods. It provides six key comparisons highlighting the advantages of CO2 extraction in terms of environmental impact and sustainability.
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Try our calculator:https://extraktlab.com/calculators/calculator-sustainability-calculator-ethanol-vs-co2/
We have tons of useful information in our No Holds Barred playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQX9clbTgskpmjbiHCtAY9Y_zti3hvrtH
Are you stuck in your business, need a solution? Schedule a free jam Session to get you the solution you need:
https://extraktlab.com/jamsession/
Visit our blog for other important resources at https://extraktlab.com/blogDownload our Distillation Guide to learn the ins and outs of all things distillation:
https://extraktlab.com/wiped-film-distillation-guide/
Watch as Dr. Jon gives a Live Tour of 5 Ton/Day Processing Facility:
https://extraktlab.com/live-tour
Here is a link to a FREE Advanced guide to extraction:
https://extraktlab.com/advanced-extraction-guide/
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Time Stamps:
[00:00] - Environmental Sustainability of CO2 Extraction
[00:18] - https://extraktlab.com/blog
[00:44] - Comparison #1
[01:19] - Comparison #2
[01:52] - Comparison #3
[02:25] - Comparison #4
[03:09] - Comparison #5
[03:40] - Comparison #6
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![CO2 Extraction vs. Ethanol Extraction Facilities
When it comes to facilities, is CO2 or Ethanol extraction more practical? You’re about to find out! Listen up as Dr. Jon details the pros and cons of CO2 extraction vs. Ethanol extraction in your facility including overhead costs, NFPA and OSHA codes and standards, occupancy and safety requirements and so much more in this presentation,
We have tons of useful information in our No Holds Barred playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQX9clbTgskpmjbiHCtAY9Y_zti3hvrtH
Visit our blog for other important resources at https://extraktlab.com/blogCalculators to valuable information:
https://extraktlab.com/calculators/
Download our Advanced Extraction Guide that takes you through the whole extraction process: https://extraktlab.com/advanced-extraction-guide/
Download our Distillation Guide to learn the ins and outs of all things distillation:
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Chapters:
CO2 Extraction vs. Ethanol Extraction [00:00]
Which Solvent Do You Choose? [00:23]
Ethanol Extraction Needs Lots of Ethanol [1:37]
Hazardous Occupancy Requirements [3:24]
Cost to Build [4:38]
Comparison of F2 vs H1,2,3,4 Occupancy [4:52]
What is Scalability and Why Does It Matter?[5:52]
Closing Words With Dr. Jon [7:39]
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![Insider Secrets to Selecting a Hemp Processor
Business partnerships in any industry can be as risky as they are lucrative. When it comes to choosing a partner in the CBD extraction industry, there are important factors to consider just like any other business opportunity. While each industry has its own set of guidelines, some mesh together with the hemp and botanical industry including product handling and storage, health and safety precautions, personnel training and more. Without considering these factors, a business partnership can turn sour and loss of profits become inevitable.
Specifically in the hemp and CBD industry, some unique considerations need to be understood when choosing the right hemp processing partner. Some of these factors may include product formulation testing equipment, laboratory setup, biomass procurement and inspection among others. It is also important to consider the legal requirements in this ever changing environment and whether or not a potential partner is on the same page as you when it comes to following local and federal regulations.
In this episode of extrakTALKS, Dr. Jon and Randall Thompson discuss all there is to know about choosing a hemp processing partner. Whether you are a new startup looking to find the ideal partner to start your hemp processing adventure, or an experienced extractor branching out to the next potential project, Dr. Jon and Randall have valuable information you can benefit from in this episode.
To learn more, visit our website: http://www.extraktlab.com
We have tons of useful information in our No Holds Barred playlist https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5JBgz...
Are you stuck in your business, need a solution?
Schedule a free jam Session to get you the solution you need: https://extraktlab.com/jamsession/ Visit our blog for other important resources at https://extraktlab.com/blogDownload our Distillation Guide to learn the ins and outs of all things distillation: https://extraktlab.com/wiped-film-dis...
Watch as Dr. Jon gives a Live Tour of 5 Ton/Day Hemp Processing Facility: https://extraktlab.com/live-tour
Here is a link to a FREE Advanced guide to extraction: https://extraktlab.com/advanced-extraction-guide/
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Time Stamps:
[00:00] - Welcome
[04:06] - Product Tours
[07:02] - Insider Secrets to Selecting a Hemp Processor
[07:37] - Outline
[09:35] - Criteria for Evaluation
[10:33] - Criteria for Evaluation: Quality Systems
[11:07] - Criteria for Evaluation: Organic Certification
[12:52] - Criteria for Evaluation: Customer Service
[16:15] - Criteria for Evaluation: Clinical Grade Oils
[17:45] - Criteria for Evaluation: Price or Flexibility of Terms
[19:10] - Criteria for Evaluation: Testing Availability
[19:27] - Criteria for Evaluation: Capacity & Timing
[20:47] - How to prepare our crop for processing: Harvest
[22:40] - How to prepare our crop for processing: Drying
[26:21] - How to prepare our crop for processing: Curing
[35:23] - How to prepare our crop for processing: Shuck & Buck
[44:45] - How to prepare our crop for processing: Package
[45:19] - Setting Expectations
[48:49] - How to Estimate yield? Extraktlab.com/calculators
[50:15] – Top 5 Facts you need to know about testing botanical or hemp or CBD
[53:00] – Why CO2 Oils are Clinical Grade.
[54:10] - Transportation
[55:06] – How to drive your processor crazy
[56:23] – Final Words
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![Why CO2 is a More Sustainable and Ethical Solvent
Try our calculator: https://extraktlab.com/calculators/calculator-sustainability-calculator-ethanol-vs-co2/
To learn more, visit our website: http://www.extraktlab.com
We have tons of useful information in our No Holds Barred playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQX9clbTgskpmjbiHCtAY9Y_zti3hvrtH
Are you stuck in your business, need a solution? Schedule a free jam Session to get you the solution you need:
https://extraktlab.com/jamsession/
Visit our blog for other important resources at https://extraktlab.com/blogDownload our Distillation Guide to learn the ins and outs of all things distillation:
https://extraktlab.com/wiped-film-distillation-guide/
Watch as Dr. Jon gives a Live Tour of 5 Ton/Day Processing Facility:
https://extraktlab.com/live-tour
Here is a link to a FREE Advanced guide to extraction:
https://extraktlab.com/advanced-extraction-guide/
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Time Stamps:
[00:00] - Why CO2 is a More Sustainable and Ethical Solvent
[00:17] - CO2 Solvent: Reason #1
[00:41] - CO2 Solvent: Reason #2
[01:00] - CO2 Solvent: Reason #3
[01:20] - Ethanol Solvent: Contrast #1
[01:41] - Ethanol Solvent: Contrast #2
[02:05] - Ethanol Solvent: Contrast #3
[02:26] - Co2 vs Ethanol Summary
[02:58] - Free resources
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