The extraction of resin from cannabis for therapeutic purposes is a well-established practice in pharmaceutical and galenic laboratories authorized for this type of production. Among the various extraction techniques, the cannabis press stands out for its effectiveness and versatility. Let’s explore how a cannabis press works, the different types available, and the advantages it offers for your laboratory.
What Is a Cannabis Press?
A cannabis press is a device used to compress the resin extracted from the flowers or trichomes of the cannabis plant. The same type of press can also be applied in herbal and cosmetic processing for other plant materials.
Using a press allows the production of high-quality concentrates, such as cannabis oil, suitable for specific therapeutic applications. Cannabis presses can be manual or automatic and differ in capacity, applied pressure, and heating system.
Types of Cannabis Presses for Laboratory Use
1. Pollen Press
The pollen press is a practical manual tool designed to compact the pollen collected during dry extraction. These presses are typically made of durable and hygienic materials such as aluminum and feature a compact design for easy handling. For laboratories of all sizes, a manual hydraulic press offers a convenient and efficient solution that ensures precision and accuracy while occupying minimal space.
2. Heated Resin Press
The heated resin press, also known as a rosin press, uses a combination of heat and pressure to extract resin from cannabis flowers. This method — known as rosin extraction — produces high-quality concentrates without chemical solvents. The heated press is particularly valued for its ability to preserve terpenes and cannabinoids in the plant when required by the formulation.
3. Dry Resin Extractor
The dry resin extractor is a motorized device that facilitates the separation of resin from cannabis flowers. These extractors use a rotating drum equipped with screens of various mesh sizes to separate trichomes from plant material.
Some models offer adjustable rotation speed and direction to optimize extraction efficiency.
How Does a Cannabis Press Work?
The operation of a cannabis press depends on its type. Among all, the hydraulic press provides the most reliable results in terms of control and precision.
Hydraulic presses apply constant pressure using hydraulic fluid, ensuring product uniformity.
The system operates through a cylinder-piston unit containing fluid. A manual lever activates the hydraulic pump, pressurizing the fluid within the cylinder. The generated force is then transferred to the piston, which compresses the material.
Hydraulic presses are particularly appreciated because they allow the application of high and controlled pressure, which enables the efficient extraction of resin from the flowers, collected in liquid or semi-solid form.
Moreover, maintenance and cleaning of hydraulic cannabis presses are simple, facilitating daily operations.
The Advantages of a Cannabis Press for Your Laboratory
Equipping your laboratory with a cannabis press offers several operational and qualitative advantages. A well-designed and well-built press ensures:
- Natural process: solvent-free extraction preserves the plant’s natural compounds, ensuring a high-quality concentrate.
Ease of use: especially in manual versions, cannabis presses are user-friendly and do not require advanced technical expertise. - Safety for operator and patient: the absence of solvents makes the process safer, eliminating chemical residues in the final product.
Versatility: presses can be used to extract resin from various cannabis strains and other plant materials, obtaining different types of concentrates based on formulation needs.
MultiGel Hydraulic Press: Innovation and Quality
The TC hydraulic press by MultiGel is the professional solution for cannabis resin extraction.
Entirely designed and manufactured in Italy, it combines cutting-edge technology with high-quality materials to ensure excellent performance and long-term reliability.
Key Benefits of the MultiGel Cannabis Press:
- Hydraulic system: the manual lever-operated hydraulic system guarantees uniform and consistent pressure, optimizing resin extraction.
- High precision: the integrated pressure gauge allows you to monitor and adjust pressure according to product requirements.
- Robust and durable design: made with resistant materials for long-lasting performance.
- Product quality: the cylinder with interchangeable filters ensures a pure and impurity-free concentrate.
Why Choose MultiGel’s Hydraulic Cannabis Press
- High yield: precise pressure control optimizes extraction, maximizing resin output.
- Superior quality: dry extraction preserves the organoleptic and therapeutic properties of cannabis.
- Reliable Made in Italy design: built for intensive, professional use, ensuring consistent performance over time.
- After-sales technical support: our team is always available to provide assistance and expert advice for optimal device use.
- 80 years of experience: since 1936, MultiGel has been providing laboratories and companies with machinery designed to meet operational and market needs.
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