Supercritical fluid extractor suitable for pilot-scale extractions

Using supercritical CO₂ to perform extractions of natural materials has benefits over the use of traditional liquid solvents. Supercritical Fluid Technologies’ pilot-scale supercritical extractor, the SFT-NPX-10, facilitates the transition from laboratory-scale equipment to large production-scale systems. The device performs extractions in processing vessels of 20 l capacity and below with single or dual separators. A Coriolis mass flow meter guarantees precise mass flow measurement, and a pneumatic CO₂ pump with an integral pre-chiller maximizes pumping efficiency. A programmable controller is available as an upgrade for automated regulation of pressure, temperature and process cycles. A carbon dioxide recycle option is available. Supercritical Fluid Technologies Inc.