Blogs
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, by BVV Team BVV Announces Launch of Neo...
BVV Announces Launch of Proprietary LED Lighting Line - Expands Penetration in Hydroponics Grow Market
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, by BVV Team LED Grow Light Design In A ...
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...
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, by BVV Team How Spectral Light Quality ...
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...
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, by BVV Team Measuring Performance of Ho...
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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, by Avery Benitez Silica Gels Role In Color R...
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...
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, by BVV Team Meeting the Standard: How W...
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...
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, by Avery Benitez The Basics of Manufacturing...
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...
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, by Avery Benitez 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...
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, by BVV Team Ice Water vs. Hydrocarbon E...
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,...
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, by Avery Benitez Filtration Made Easy with A...
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...
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, by BVV Team 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...
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, by BVV Team 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,...
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, by Adam Ehlers The Differences Between Chi...
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...
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, by Adam Marosi 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...
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, by Mike Pabich 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...
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, by Avery Benitez Butane vs. Propane in Plant...
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...
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, by Avery Benitez Types Of Chillers: How To S...
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...
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, by Mike Pabich Closed Loop Extraction Part...
The first of our multi-part closed loop extraction series. This post covers basic closed loop extraction, identifying the major components of the system, and understanding...
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, by Avery Benitez Silicone Molding in a Cold ...
One of the many applications for Best Value’s cold trap vacuum chambers is silicone molding. Silicone molding is the process of producing pliable yet strong...
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, by Mike Pabich Vacuum Pumps Overview
This post discusses vacuum pumps in depth and covers all related topics from vacuum pump selection, vacuum pump type, vacuum pump maintenance and care, as...
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, by Mike Pabich How To Choose A Vacuum Purg...
This post goes into detail about vacuum ovens. Some of the basic purging functions and operations are covered, followed by an in-depth discussion to assist...
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, by Mike Pabich Advantages of Vacuum Chambe...
Best Value Vacs is a leading manufacturer and supplier of vacuum chamber kits. Best Value Vacs’ vacuum chamber kits come with: the chamber and silicone...
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, by Mike Pabich Alumilite Casting Resins fo...
Are you looking for a set of versatile products to complement your woodturning, mold-making and dyeing projects? Best Value Vacs is a principal Alumilite reseller,...
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, by Mike Pabich Active vs Passive Closed Lo...
Unsure of the best way to extract pure-grade plant materials and beyond at home? If you’re just entering the great active vs passive closed-loop extraction...
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, by Avery Benitez Heat Up Business with Best ...
Vacuum ovens are an essential component of removing absorbed water from solvents and other extracts. Heat combined with the pressure change of a vacuum creates...
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, by Avery Benitez Using the Mercurius
The Mercurius Closed Loop setup allows for a fast, dewaxed extraction of botanical oils while minimizing dry ice usage common with other dewaxing units.
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, by Avery Benitez Top Five For The Holidays f...
The holiday season is in full swing, and the time for gift-giving is now. Best Value Vacs is full of products to win over anyone...
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, by Mike Pabich Top Five Products To Start ...
With the start of a new year, there’s always an itch to start something new. Whether that’s a new workout regimen or business strategy, there’s...
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, by Mike Pabich How To Choose The Right Vac...
It’s common to be overwhelmed with indecision when presented with a bevy of options. You can get caught up in the details and feel too...
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, by Mike Pabich Your Ultimate Guide To Vacu...
Best Value Vacs is your vacuum chamber headquarters. We are an industry-leading manufacturer and supplier of vacuum chambers. These chambers are used to create an...
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, by Mike Pabich Best Value Vacs' Resolution...
The impending new year has us all thinking about resolutions. Resolutions often prompt us to take steps towards self-improvement. It’s the same with our business....
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, by Mike Pabich Detailed Instructions for S...
Detailed instructions on assembly, setup, and operating of the stainless steel reaction vessel. This guide assumes you are using the reactor for ethanol extraction.
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, by Mike Pabich Jacketed Reactors Overview
This guide gives an overview of reactors and what they are used for. It also explains in detail how to operate the BVV stainless steel...
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, by Mike Pabich Rotary Vane Pumps and Gas B...
This post demonstrates the mechanism of a rotary vane vacuum pump and explains the functionality of a gas ballast, including comments on advantages and when...
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, by Avery Benitez Winterizing and Degassing P...
This post gives an overview of winterization and degassing before distilling active compounds in an oil mixture. Winterization and degassing are essential to making the...
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, by Mike Pabich Pro Series Vacuum Pumps
Guide to BVV Pro Series Vacuum Pumps
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, by BVV Team Short Path Distillation Basics
This basic guide to short path distillation gives a starting point to anyone with questions about the process or components involved. It also describes a...
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, by Mike Pabich Closed Loop Extraction Part...
The second part of our closed loop extraction series discusses the other necessary components needed to successfully perform closed loop extraction besides the actual extractor.
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, by Mike Pabich What Is A Rotovap?
This basic guide to rotary evaporation gives a starting point to anyone with questions about the process or the components involved. It also describes a...
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, by Mike Pabich Ashless Filter Paper Selection
This short guide gives you everything you need to know about ashless filter paper selection, sizing, and applications.
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, by Mike Pabich A Rundown of BVV Chambers
At Best Value Vacs, chamber supply is our bread and butter. We have three options for our BVV Chambers: Standard BVV, SVac, and Glassvac chambers....
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, by Mike Pabich Wood Stabilization in a Gla...
Woodturners unite: wood stabilization is made easy with Cactus Juice and our Glass Vac Chambers. No, we’re not talking about the popular cactus juice beverage...
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, by Adam Marosi Grow Media
Hydroponics, like other types of growing, needs a media for the plant to be in. There are various kinds of media you can use in...
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, by Adam Marosi Hydroponic Systems: 6 Types...
Hydroponics can be overwhelming with the amount of choices available for the various grow systems on the market. If you don’t know where to start,...
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, by BVV Team Learning About Hydroponics:...
When it comes to hydroponics, some of the most important parts of the system are the water, air pumps, and reservoir heaters. The water and...
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, by Adam Marosi Water Filtration
In hydroponics, water filtration is a key factor in your garden’s success. Water filtration works by having water run through one of the filtration systems....
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, by Adam Marosi Rolling Benches and Trays
Rolling benches and trays can be used in multiple settings from greenhouses, commercial applications or at home. Rolling benches and trays come in multiple sizes...
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, by Adam Marosi Ballasts: What Are They & H...
When considering a hydroponic lighting purchase, the type of ballast will be a key factor. The ballast is used for the Ceramic Metal Halide (CMH),...
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, by BVV Team Hydroponic Lighting: Types ...
Choosing the right grow lights is important when caring for your indoor plants. It's easy to get overwhelmed trying to distinguish between the different types of grow...
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, by Adam Marosi CO2 Enhancers
When considering your grow setup, you should highly consider C02. Plants use the energy in sunlight to convert CO2 and water to sugar and oxygen....
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, by BVV Team Best Practices for a Safe P...
To protect workers, lab personnel, and customers alike, it has been left up to employers and decision-makers to compose their safety protocol to align with...
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, by BVV Team Introducing a new BVV™ Show...
When it comes to education, we believe it is better to show rather than simply tell. We designed the BVV™ showroom to do just that. With...
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, by Adam Ehlers BVV Partners with Quickspar...
BVV is proud to announce the addition of Quickspark to our online-store, providing additional payment flexibility and financing for our customers. Quickspark is flexible working...
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, by Avery Benitez New At BVV: Industry Leadin...
With the Farming Act of 2018 BVV was faced with the demands of both small scale and large-scale hemp farmers and processors for an ethanol...
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, by Adam Marosi BVV Announces Addition of S...
BVV (formerly known as Best Value Vacs), a local manufacturer and supplier of extraction equipment and related products is proud to announce the addition of...
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, by Adam Marosi BVV Acquires Chicago-based ...
BVV is now proud to offer Stainless Steel Express products, expanding its services in the brewing and sanitary steel equipment market. Naperville, IL, January...
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, by Mike Pabich How To Calculate The Vapor ...
Before using the vapor pressure formula, we’re going to break down what it’s referring to so you understand what you’re calculating and why. For your...
