FORT COLLINS, Colo. — Illuminated Extractors Ltd. received U.S. Patent US12135149 for its heating and refrigeration system, which the company calls “a game-changing advancement in hydrocarbon extraction and industrial thermal management.” The system was developed by inventor Zachary Richard Lantz.
Next-Generation Hydrocarbon Extraction
The newly patented system introduces a novel apparatus and method for heating and cooling refrigerants, specifically optimized for hydrocarbon extraction processes such as cannabinoid extraction. By utilizing hydrocarbon refrigerants like propane, butane, and isobutane, the system enables precise thermal control of extraction solvents. The technology’s unique dual-chamber, jacketed container design allows for efficient heat transfer and rapid temperature changes, while the integrated compressor cycle generates superheated vapor, which is then condensed and recirculated for continuous, energy-efficient operation .
Expanding Applications Across Industries
While the system is a breakthrough for hydrocarbon extraction, its impact extends beyond the cannabis sector. The patented technology offers temperature management and cryogenic capability for industries including pharmaceutical manufacturing, food processing, industrial chemical manufacturing, cryogenics, and advanced refrigeration.
According to industry data, advanced refrigeration systems can reduce energy consumption by 20–50%, lower greenhouse gas emissions, and support the transition to environmentally friendly refrigerants.
About Illuminated Extractors
Illuminated Extractors Ltd. is a leader in extraction and thermal management technology, serving the cannabis, pharmaceutical, food processing, and chemical manufacturing industries.
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