Dispersion in the Lab: Sometimes an Overhead Stirrer is All You Really Need
A lab mixer can consist of something as simple as a magnetic stir bar at the bottom of a beaker sitting on a stir plate. This simple stirring option is often adequate to achieve ordinary laboratory mixing tasks. But other mixing tasks may require more sophisticated blending/homogenizing technology. These more challenging tasks — perhaps involving…
Read MoreHomogenizer Options: Choosing What’s Right for Your Specific Needs
There are a dizzying assortment of choices when it comes to choosing the appropriate homogenizer or homogenizers for your laboratory or production facility. Mixing and processing tasks can often be accomplished with tools as simple as standard magnetic stir plates. But many applications will require more sophisticated mixing technology. This is especially true in the…
Read MoreKeep It Simple — How a Modular Homogenizer Can Facilitate R&D
The path to creating a marketable product of consistent quality typically involves at least some initial research and development. Whether you’re making tinctures or beverages, concentrates or creams, you’ll need specialized equipment to achieve your goals. And you’ll probably need to tinker in the lab before you decide on a specific formulation and a reliable,…
Read MoreThe Unidrive X1000 Homogenizer Drive
Every small to mid-sized lab needs a good benchtop homogenizer. Whether you are involved in R&D, or producing artisanal small batches of products, such as CBD consumables, the right homogenizer is crucial to your success. The Unidrive X1000 Homogenizer Drive is just right for general use when employed for homogenizing of samples as small as 0.2…
Read MoreWhat Is Emulsification and What Are Its Benefits?
Emulsification is the process of creating an emulsion. And what, exactly, is an emulsion? It’s a substance in which two immiscible liquids, such as oil and water, are bound together in the presence of an emulsifying agent. The result is a single, slightly creamy looking liquid. Homemade vinaigrette salad dressing provides the perfect example. Savvy home…
Read MorePrinciples of Rotor Stator Homogenization
Since prehistory, mankind has devised clever ways to crush — and blend — various substances. From simple mortar and pestle combinations to water-driven gristmills, the benefits of grinding and mixing have long been obvious. The goal is always the same: to render large, inconsistently sized particles — from cells, to grains, to stones — into…
Read MoreWhy you need a cannabis homogenizer and how to choose the right one
Homogenization is a hot topic in the current cannabis industry. This process ensures equal cannabinoid distribution in a product. A high-quality homogenizer is a tool that can turn your post-production operation into a surefire success. Homogenizers enable you to create a wide range of different products that are consistent and reliable in potency of THC…
Read MoreHow the Right Equipment Can Help You Make World Class Concentrates
Having access to the right equipment is an important step in creating any product. When it comes to cannabis concentrates, the right equipment can make or break the end result. With market trends leaning towards an increase in concentrate based products, a good look at your production methods is a good idea. To remain efficient,…
Read MoreThe Benefits of High Quality Cannabis Post Production Equipment
As the new cannabis industry landscape develops across the country, and even the world, the need for quality post production equipment is at an all-time high. When looking to make any cannabis product out of raw material, you need the best tools to do it right. CAT Scientific provides many tools that can help create…
Read MoreHow to Choose the Right Magnetic Stirrer for Cannabis Concentrates
Imagine one of your bathroom pipes won’t unclog and it’s backing up water. It smells, looks horrible, and you don’t want to deal with it. You call a plumber, to solve your retched problem. When they arrive, their only tool is a screwdriver. Do you trust that plumber? Every job requires a specific set of…
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