Professional Cleaning of Cannabis Contaminated Components | Industrial Cleaning Machines
The oil and gas industry cannabisthe CBD and botanical extracts is booming, but it also poses one of the greatest challenges in terms of industrial cleaning of components and equipment with cannabis residues.
From laboratories to commercial extraction plantsThe residues of this plant - sticky, waxy and resinous - are notoriously difficult to remove.
In this article we will show you:
- How to effectively clean tools and components contaminated by cannabis.
- What type of industrial cleaning machines to use.
- Actual cleaning test results (insert photos and descriptions).
- Why cleanliness is essential to comply with regulations such as those of the FDA.
Cleaning solutions for cannabis, CBD and botanical residues: efficacy and regulatory compliance
Why is cannabis clean-up a technical challenge?
The residues generated in the handling of cannabis are complex: waxy, oily and highly adherent mixtures composed of terpenes, cannabinoids, pesticides and phenolic compounds. This waste accumulates in:
- Laboratory glassware
- Extraction vessels and tanks
- Irrigation and filtration systems
- Processing instruments (grinders, moulds, separators)
Manual cleaning is rarely sufficient. In addition, the use of hazardous solvents such as acetone or ethanol poses safety, explosion and contamination risks.
Recommended cleaning solutions
Depending on the type of residue and the component to be cleaned, the most effective solutions include:
Parts washers with alkaline detergents
- Safely removes waxes, oils and resins.
- Compatible with immersion or spray washing.
- Examples of detergents: PERSEID L+
Ultrasonic cleaning machines
Ideal for delicate components or complex geometries. Using mild alkaline detergents, this technology penetrates and emulsifies stubborn residues.
Case studies: cannabis clean-up tests
Here we show you how to clean different components of different cannabis processing machines: flower shredders or flower peelers, de-stemmers, sorting machines, seed shellers, etc.
For this case, we use a ultrasonic cleaning machine for cleaning parts with different geometries and inaccessible parts contaminated with cannabis residues.
Parameters for the cleaning of parts with cannabis:
- 15-30 minutes
- Detergent PERSEID USX 60ºc.
- Result: 98 % cannabis residue removal on parts (total over time)
Images of cleaning of parts with cannabis residues
Before cleaning
After cleaning
Cannabis residue removal (half or whole pieces)
Regulations and compliance: why is it important?
In many regions, cannabis production processes must comply with pharmaceutical-like regulations (such as FDA in the US or GMP in the EU).
The proper cleaning of components with cannabis prevents cross-contaminationimproves the purity and potency of the productand avoids legal sanctions.
Looking for a professional cannabis cleaning solution?
At IBERKLEEN we develop cannabis waste cleaning machines capable of effectively removing the most difficult residues from the processing of cannabis and cannabis derivatives.
We work with companies in Europe, America and Asia, meeting the highest standards of safety, efficiency and sustainability.