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Vitalis Polaramax Hero CO2 & multi-solvent extraction system

Polaramax™ Hero

Our flagship solution for clean, efficient, flexible extraction operations.

Integrated multi-solvent extraction technology allows you to use CO2 alone or CO2 plus a small amount of cosolvent.

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Vitalis Polaramax Hero

CO2 & Multi-Solvent Extraction Systems

Hero 20 | Hero 40 | Hero 45 | Hero 65 | Hero 90

  • Extraction

    • Vessel volume: 20 L / 45 L combinations

    • Total extraction vessel volume: Up to 90 L*

    • Liquid CO2 pump: Up to 10 kg/minute

    • Integrated multi-solvent system

    • Temperature range: 10–150°F (-12–65°C)

    • Pressure range (standard configuration):

      • MAWP: 2,200 psi (151 bar)

      • Operating pressure: 500–2,000 psi (35–137 bar)

    • Pressure range (high-pressure upgrade):

      • MAWP: 5,000 psi (345 bar)

      • Operating pressure: 500–4,800 psi (35–331 bar)

  • Separation & Collection

    • Continuous CO2 purification

    • Pressure range: 300–720 psi (21–50 bar)

    • Temperature range: 40–100°F (4.4–38°C)

    • Dedicated terpene collection

    • Separate collection lines for each extraction vessel*

  • CO2 Recovery & Storage

    • Closed-loop CO2

    • CO2 condenser

    • CO2 remediation filters

  • Control Panel

    • Multiple user levels

    • Real-time monitoring

    • Remote diagnostics / remote connectivity**

    • Live batch recording

  • Continuous Operation

    • Continuous cyclone separation*

    • Dual extractor configurations

  • Specifications

    • Weight: 5,400–6,140 lbs (2,450-2,785 kg)*

    • Footprint (LxWxH): 230” x 48” x 95”
      (5.8m x 1.2m x 2.4m)

  • Certifications, Compliance & Warranty

    • ASME/NB

    • CSA-CRN

    • PED-CE

    • CUL/UL

    • AS/NZS 1200

    • EU-GMP*

    • UKCA

    • Lifetime warranty*** on all pressure vessels

    • One-year warranty on all other components

    • Service plans available

  • Site Requirements

    • Pneumatic supply ISO 8573-1 [5:4:3] @120 psi 12 SCFM

    • Broadband internet connection

    • Power requirements (North America):

      • 460V 3Φ 60Hz

    • Power requirements (EU, AUS, NZ):

      • 400V 3Φ 50Hz

    • Avg. operating power: 58 kWh / Max power: 77 kWh

  • Additional Standard Features

    • Automated process controls

    • 304 stainless-steel contact surfaces

    • Flow meter

    • Ethanol wash sequence / CIP compatibility

    • Integrated CO2 (R744) refrigeration

    • HMI designed to ISA 101.01

    • Automated programmable start-up & shutdown

    • 2 x 20 L pre-loadable biomass cartridges

    • Pre-loaded recipes

    • User-programmable recipes

    • Over-the-air software updates**

    • Remote diagnostics capability**

    • Managed project implementation

    • Professional commissioning

    • On-site operator training

  • Optional Features

    • 316 stainless-steel contact surfaces

    • CIP (clean-in-place) system****

    • In-line extract filtration

    • Extended service plan

    • Additional biomass cartridges

    • Bulk CO2 storage solutions

    • Vessel expansion

    • Higher pressure configurations

    • Managed door-to-door logistics

  • Optional GMP Support Assets

    We can provide the following GMP documents:

    • URS

    • FRS

    • Requirement traceability matrix

    • PHA

    • FAT

    • SAT

    • IQ

    • OQ

    • Calibration certificates

    • Technical design documents

    • Wetted materials traceability

    • Software disaster recovery plan

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Find out if the Polaramax™ Hero is right for you.

Let’s talk about your goals and create a plan that makes sense for your budget.

* Depending on configuration.

** Requires broadband internet connection.

*** Defined as 100,000 cycles.