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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

Vitalis Extraction Technology’s management system—for the design, manufacturing (welding and assembly), installation, and service of extraction technologies and commercial refrigeration—is certified as being in conformity with ISO 9001:2015 by Intertek.

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.