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AP-02 – Cannabis-Extraction-by-Supercritical-Carbon-Dioxide-Selection-and-Preparation-of-Feed-Stock

AP-02 – Cannabis-Extraction-by-Supercritical-Carbon-Dioxide-Selection-and-Preparation-of-Feed-Stock Carbon Dioxide (CO2) extraction of cannabis is becoming more prevalent as the extract market grows with the spread of medical and recreational legalization. However, due to the historically underground nature of working with the substance, little true … Continue reading →

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AP-01 -Cannabis-Extraction-by-Supercritical-Carbon-Dioxide-Effects-of-Extraction-Parameters

AP-01 -Cannabis-Extraction-by-Supercritical-Carbon-Dioxide-Effects-of-Extraction-Parameters Carbon Dioxide (CO2) extraction of cannabis is becoming more prevalent as the extract market grows with the spread of medical and recreational legalization.  However, due to the historically underground nature of working with the substance, little true scientific … Continue reading →

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November 2018: Supercritical Fluid Extraction Seminar at Milano University

Alfatech S.p.A, in collaboration with Supercritical Fluid Technologies, Inc (USA) and the department of Environmental Sciences and Policies of the University of Milan, with the patronage of the Lombardy Green Chemistry Association is hosting a Supercritical Fluid Extraction Seminar at … Continue reading →

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AP-142 – Extraction of anthocyanins from haskap berry pulp

Extraction of anthocyanins from haskap berry pulp using supercritical carbon dioxide: Influence of co-solvent composition and pretreatment Guangling Jiao, Azadeh Kermanshahi pour∗ Biorefining and Remediation Laboratory, Department of Process Engineering and Applied Science, Dalhousie University, PO, 15000, Halifax, Nova Scotia, … Continue reading →

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We Now Offer The ACE-CB1000 Pesticide Detection System

The ACE-CB1000 is a rapid, total pesticide detection system for easy, early screening of contamination on cannabis plants. Utilizing this Military award-winning technology, originally developed for the U.S. Army for the on-site detection of nerve agents/pesticides in drinking water, cannabis … Continue reading →

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SFT Awarded 2017 STEP Grant from the State of Delaware

Supercritical Fluid Technologies, Inc. (SFT), aided by Delaware’s Small Business Economic Development Office, obtained federal funding aimed at expanding international trade.  Through the State Trade and Export Promotion (STEP) program, funding was made available to support SFT’s efforts to grow … Continue reading →

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May 2017: SFT Named Exporter of the Year

Supercritical Fluid Technologies, Inc (SFT), along with seven other Delaware based companies, was honored by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) at a special award ceremony which took place at the DuPont Country Club on Wednesday May 3rd. SFT was … Continue reading →

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Cannabis SFE – Supercritical CO2 Extraction Unit

Optimized for Processing of Medicinal Cannabis and Natural Herbal Products

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AP-141 – Cannabis Extraction by Supercritical Carbon Dioxide – Dewatering

All Cannabis feedstock contains water, even that which is properly dried and cured. Removing this water from the extract after processing raises the cannabinoid concentration of the extract, prevents it from spattering when consumed directly though vaping or in a … Continue reading →

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AP-140 – Cannabis Extraction by Supercritical Carbon Dioxide – Effects of Extraction Parameters

Carbon Dioxide (CO2) extraction of cannabis is becoming more prevalent as the extract market grows with the spread of medical and recreational legalization.  However, due to the historically underground nature of working with the substance, little true scientific experimentation and … Continue reading →

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AP-139 – Extraction of Rare Earth Elements from their Oxides using Organophosphorus Reagent Complexes with HNO3 and H20 in SC CO2

Abstract: Direct extraction of metals from solids with complexing agents in supercritical CO2 (SC-CO2) has recently attracted interests in separation, purification, recovery, and analysis of metals. In the present study, the static/dynamic extraction of rare earth elements (Nd, Ce) from … Continue reading →

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AP-138 – Cannabis Extraction by Supercritical Carbon Dioxide – Selection and Preparation of Feed Stock

Carbon Dioxide (CO2) extraction of cannabis is becoming more prevalent as the extract market grows with the spread of medical and recreational legalization. However, due to the historically underground nature of working with the substance, little true scientific experimentation and … Continue reading →

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SFT INTRODUCES THE SFT – HPR-MICRO REACTOR™

Supercritical Fluid Technologies introduces a new, high pressure reactor specifically designed for small batch reaction chemistry. The HPR-Micro Reactor™ is the ideal high pressure reactor for early, exploratory research. It is especially well suited for research, process development, and screening … Continue reading →

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AP-175 – SC CO2 Extraction of Microalgae Oils for Biodiesel Production

Rudy Baskette, Supercritical Fluid Technologies, Inc Abstract As traditional oil reserves become limited, investigation into alternative energy sources becomes increasingly important.  Microalgae are a versatile, renewable resource.  Certain species can produce large amounts of lipids that can be converted to … Continue reading →

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AP-174 – SC CO2 Determination of Benzophenone Cloud Point

Rudy Baskette, Supercritical Fluid Technologies, Inc Abstract Benzophenone is a white crystalline organic substance with a slightly sweet rose geranium scent.  In industry it is typically utilized as a photo-initiator, since it breaks down UV light into free radicals when … Continue reading →

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Introduction to the SFT-110 SFE

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SFT ATTENDS TRADE MISSION TO SOUTH AFRICA

Supercritical Fluid Technologies, Inc. (SFT) was recently awarded a State Trade and Export Promotion (STEP) Grant from the State of Delaware’s International Trade and Development Group.  Funded in part through the U.S. Small Business Administration, the STEP program provided funding … Continue reading →

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How Do I Install the Gas Flow Meter into the SFT-110, SFT-110XW, SFT-150 or SFT-250 SFE Systems?

How do I install the gas flow meter into the SFT-110, 110XW, 150, or 250 SFE Unit? Optional flow meters can be purchased as an upgrade to the SFT-110, 110XW, 150, and 250 SFE Units.  Locate the “L shaped tube” … Continue reading →

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What viscosity of material can be pumped through the SFT-Series Co-Solvent Pumps?

Our testing has successfully shown that traditional vegetable oil has been able to pump through our co-solvent pumps.  As long as the solvent of choice is less viscous than vegetable oil and compatible with our systems (see manual for a … Continue reading →

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State of Delaware CAT Grant Awarded for the Development of Silyl-Heck Reactions in Supercritical Carbon Dioxide

Assistant Professor Donald Watson at the University of Delaware, in partnership with Supercritical Fluid Technologies, Inc. (SFT), was recently awarded a Center for Advanced Technology (CAT) Grant from the State of Delaware’s Biotechnology Institute and the Delaware Economic Development Office. … Continue reading →

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