Extractions

Cannabis extractions are techniques that separate the trichomes from the rest of the plant material, thus obtaining concentrates of cannabinoids and terpenes. There are different types of extractions, depending on the solvent or process used. Among the most popular are the ice-o-lator, the pollinator, the extruder, the trimmer and the press.

The ice-o-lator is a method of using water and ice to freeze the trichomes and cause them to detach from the plant. Filter bags of different mesh sizes are then used to collect the trichomes according to their quality. The ice-o-lator is also called a bubble hash because it produces bubbles when heated.

The pollinator is a device that uses centrifugal force to separate the trichomes from the plant. The herb is placed in a rotating drum with a sieve and spun for a few minutes. The trichomes pass through the sieve and are collected in a container. The pollinator is a quick and simple method, but it can alter the organoleptic properties of the cannabis.

Wax is a cannabis concentrate that has a soft, waxy texture. It is obtained by using a solvent such as butane or CO2 to extract the cannabinoids and terpenes from the plant. The solvent is then evaporated or purged using a vacuum chamber(the extruder), leaving a viscous, sticky substance. The wax is very powerful and aromatic, but it requires special equipment and safety precautions.

The trimming machine is a machine that trims the leaves around the cannabis buds, and collects the trichomes inside. The trimming machine consists of a rotating blade and a collection tray with a sieve. The cut leaves fall into the tray, where the trichomes are separated by the sieve. The trimming machine is an efficient method of recovering the remains of the head cleaning, but it can damage the heads if they are too dry or too wet.

The press is a tool for processing cannabis extracts into compact, solid slabs. The press uses heat and pressure to bind the trichomes together, and remove excess moisture or solvent. The press can be used with different types of extractions, such as ice-o-lator, pollinator or wax, to obtain products such as hashish, rosin or shatter.

Cannabis extractions are very popular products for consumers, as they offer a more intense and varied experience than weed. You can buy your extractors online or come and see us at the shop in St-Légier for a personal advice.