The Lab1st Vortex Trichome Separator, also known as a hash washing machine, is mainly used in the extraction industry to produce high-quality hash and other trichome concentrates. This machine leverages cold water and mechanical agitation to separate trichomes from the plant matter efficiently and without the use of chemical solvents. This equipment can also be used in research institutions for plant separation experiments and in commercial production to extract active ingredients from other plants.

By employing this solventless water-based separation technology, producers can obtain high-purity extracts that meet market demands for natural and chemical-free products.

Working Principle

1. Cold Water Agitation: 

• • • Plant material and cold water are placed into the machine’s mixing chamber. The use of cold water helps harden and separate the trichomes, making them easier to detach from the plant material.

2. Creating a Vortex: 

• • • Once the machine is started, the agitator generates a strong vortex, causing the plant material to tumble and collide continuously. This mechanical action dislodges the trichomes from the surface of the plant material.

3. Separation and Collection: 

• • • Trichomes are denser than plant residue and therefore settle at the bottom of the mixing chamber. Through a series of filters or screens, the trichomes are separated from the plant residue and collected in the filters or screens.

4. Extraction and Drying: 

• • • The collected trichome suspension is filtered and washed multiple times to obtain pure trichome particles. Finally, these particles are dried to produce the final product, such as hash, loose resin, or other forms of concentrates.

Example Usage

Suppose an industrial facility is to produce hash. Here’s how the Lab1st Vortex Trichome Separator would be used:

1. 1. 1. Preparation: Material are prepared and placed into the mixing chamber of the separator along with cold water.
      2. Agitation: The machine is started, and the agitator creates a vortex that causes the plant material to tumble and collide, dislodging the trichomes.
      3. Separation: The trichomes, being denser, settle at the bottom and are collected through a series of filters.
      4. Collection and Washing: The collected trichomes are further washed to remove any remaining plant residue.
      5. Drying: The washed trichomes are dried to produce the final product, such as hash or other concentrates.