January 13, 2022
Meeting the Standard: How We Built the BVV 2-and-4CYL for Safety
At BVV, we believe that safety is paramount to a successful botanical extraction business. In a previous article, we wrote about the basics of Current Good Manufacturing Processes and following Standard Operating Procedures and their importance in manufacturing safe, pure, and consistent end-products. We’ve also shared Best Practices for a Safe Processing Lab....
September 15, 2021
The Basics of Manufacturing Processes
In this article, we will define some of the more important principles of manufacturing a product to maintain a level of repeatability and traceability based on Current Good Manufacturing Practices.
batch records, botanical extraction, botanical extracts, cgmp, gmp, good manufacturing processes, sop, standard operating procedures
September 07, 2021
What Are Terpenes?
Terpenes are a group of naturally occurring volatile compounds that are produced by animals and plants alike. While terpenes may be a topic you may be unfamiliar with–surprise!–they are all around you.
August 25, 2021
Measuring Performance of Horticultural Lighting Systems
In this article, we give growers an overview of the key metrics that should be used when comparing the performance of LED grow lights.
grow lights, grow room tips, grower, growing tips, horticultural lighting system, led, led grow lights, led lights
August 16, 2021
Ice Water vs. Hydrocarbon Extraction
In today's hemp processing market, current hemp processing methodologies can typically be divided into two distinct categories: solvent-based extraction methods and solventless-based extraction methods. In this article, we will compare both to better understand their benefits and drawbacks.
hydrocarbon extraction, ice water extraction, ice water hash, solvent, solvent extraction, solventless extraction, solvents
August 13, 2021
How Spectral Light Quality Impacts Plant Growth
What is the best light-emitting diodes (LED) grow light for growers? Before you start your search for the right light fixture, it is important to understand what plants need from the light fixture you choose.
full spectrum lights, grow lights, led, led grow lights, led lights, light fixture
August 03, 2021
Filtration Made Easy with Ashless Filter Paper
BVV offers a wide range of filtration aid with a variety of particle retention suited to your needs. In this blog, we explain the uses and benefits of Ashless Filter Papers.
ashless filter paper, qualitative ashless filter paper, quantitative ashless filter paper
July 13, 2021
Powerful Powders on BVV™
In a competitive industry, nothing is more important than refining the quality and safety of your final product for the consumer. We at BVV™ have expanded our line of high-quality and FDA-GRAS* post-processing powders to help you get the end product that you want.
June 24, 2021
BVV Announces Launch of Neocision Spectra LED Grow Lights
BVV Announces Launch of Proprietary LED Lighting Line - Expands Penetration in Hydroponics Grow Market
bvv, grow lights, hydroponic center, hydroponic lighting, hydroponics, led grow lights, led lights, neocision spectra
September 17, 2020
Welcome to BVV Labs 2020
The BVV team is excited to announce the addition of a state-of-the-art research, development, and educational lab which will open towards the end of October, 2020. The 2,000 square-foot lab will be used to bench test equipment, as a classroom for educational courses for customers, and to process BVV hemp-derived...
January 14, 2020
The Differences Between Chinese and USA-Made Glass
There are a lot of options for consumers looking to purchase laboratory glassware, and for certain products, you must look more closely than others. One of the most frequently asked questions is about the origin of the glass part in question, is it USA-made or imported?
April 05, 2019
Cloning Systems
When considering your setup for your vegetation and flower room, one of your considerations should be for a cloning machine. A plant cloning machine makes the process of cloning your plants easier and efficiently. In this posting we will talk about cloning systems, how they work, how to clone and some...
November 08, 2018
Post Processing Powders
Post processing powders are used to remove unwanted substances from your final product. Different substances can be used to target different substances, such as pesticides and plant lipids. Each powder can be used in different stages of post processing.
bvv, celite 545, chromatography, clay bleach, distillation, filtration, post processing powders, resources
October 24, 2018
Butane vs. Propane in Plant Extraction
Many plants produce resin and oil that can be isolated for food flavoring, healthcare, and more. The vast chemical differences in these compounds require distinct extraction methods to isolate them. Learn the differences between butane vs propane extraction here.
bvv, resources
July 28, 2018
Types Of Chillers: How To Select A Chiller For Extraction
This guide gives an overview of chillers and how to select the right one for your specific application. Also included is a list of recommended chiller/equipment pairings.
bvv, chiller, heater, recirculating chiller, refrigerated circulator, resources
