November 09, 2023

LED Grow Light Design In A Cultivation Facility

How can you compare all the new LED grow lights on the market today? How can you separate facts on LED lighting efficacy from unsupported marketing claims? Here are a few things we recommend.

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November 09, 2023

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.

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November 09, 2023

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. 

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August 08, 2023

Silica Gels Role In Color Remediation & Extract purification

When it comes to extract potency and purity, consumers prioritize nothing less than the best. Among the most valuable tools in extract purification, adsorbent filtration takes the spotlight, with silica gel being a powerful tool in creating the highest purity extracts possible. Silica gel, known for its versatility as an...

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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. 

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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 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.

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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.

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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.

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?