Cannabis Extraction Labs and C1D1 Explosion Proof Equipment

The production of concentrates such as perfume is a tedious process which must be done with high precision inside a C1D1 Extraction Room. For those that are not familiar with the process of extraction, it can be a very tedious process. This is because butane hash oil (BHO), as the name implies, requires a huge amount of butane for its extraction.

Butane is a colorless gas which is very flammable. Apart from herbal extraction, it can be found in synthetic rubber, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), and often in lighters as fuel. It can turn flammable at concentration level between 2-8 percent. Due to this, proper equipment must be used in the cannabis extraction lab to prevent the occurrence of combustion.

Class I Division 1 Equipment

The ignition source in an indoor cannabis extraction facility can be as a result of any unprotected electric source. There is no need for you to flick a lighter or burner on to set off a flammable gas. Theoretically, you only need a tiny spark to ignite a volatile substance of high concentration. This implies that most lights, switches, fans as well as ventilation systems from local appliances or hardware stores are not suitable for such facilities. So as to ensure full protection as well as peace of mind in the modular C1D1 lab, explosion proof equipment must be installed in the proper way.

Explosion proof refers to a special design which prevents sparks or the ignition from escaping the unit, so as to prevent interaction with gases which could result to combustion. The National Electric Code (NEC) governs the classifications of explosion proof protection based on the dangerous elements which are floating around the environment: Class 1 (vapors and gases), Class 2 (dust) and Class 3 (fibers). Butane falls under class1, Division 1.

The division 1 is reserved for locations where hazards are known to exist under everyday conditions. Divisions 2 are environments that could contain flammable vapors or gases (Class 1) under special circumstances, such as equipment or accident malfunction.

Safety and Compliance

Explosion proof equipment is more expensive to acquire than non certified closed-loop systems and this is the reason why should ask us about our package discounts. C1D1 Labs will reduce your cost and ensure your project is properly done. Also, businesses that produce BHO on commercial level must install Class 1, Division 1 component based on the configuration of the applicable room in their lab so as to comply with the operational regulation. We likewise sell and install the necessary equipment for C1D1 labs so as to helps firms have a smooth operation. Our labs come with the best consulting from https://columbolabs.com to also ensure your SOP’S are correct.

As earlier mentioned, butane is very dangerous when it pools in low areas. So as to prevent the buildup, one could either perform extractions in C1D1 lab or ensure active ventilation is set up so as to prevent fire occurrence. All that is needed for butane to scatter is a spark.

Is it worth going through all this trouble for volatile manufacturing? We have made the whole process easy with a 5 step solution. The manufacturing of BHO should never be attempted at home but in a modular C1D1 lab and should be carried out by professionals.

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