Question 1

What solvent does the 75.HX Hydrocarbon Extractor use?

Accepted Answer

It runs a light hydrocarbon solvent in a closed loop, recovering the solvent for reuse rather than venting it. Solvent selection and blend are set by your process; confirm compatibility for your configuration with Decimal Engineering.

Question 2

What room classification do I need for the 75.HX Hydrocarbon Extractor?

Accepted Answer

Hydrocarbon extraction systems are operated in a C1D1-classified extraction room. The classification requirement attaches to the room and the facility, not to the machine alone, so the final determination is made by your local authority having jurisdiction during the facility code review.

Question 3

Can I run the 75.HX Hydrocarbon Extractor in an EU GMP facility?

Accepted Answer

GMP — including EU GMP — is a facility and process standard: it applies to the building, the procedures, the documentation and the people together, and no extraction system carries a GMP certification on its own. Whether a system helps or hinders an EU GMP programme comes down to its material selection, hygienic design and the qualification documentation available for it. Contact Decimal Engineering to discuss configuration options for your facility.

Question 4

What documentation comes with the 75.HX Hydrocarbon Extractor?

Accepted Answer

A current specification sheet for the 75.HX Hydrocarbon Extractor is available from Decimal Engineering on request, and customers receive access to a standard operating procedure (SOP) library for their equipment. Documentation packages to support IQ/OQ/PQ and facility turnover are available; scope varies by model and configuration.

Runs per Hour	2 runs per hour (at 5:1 solvent to biomass ratio)
User Interface	C1D1 explosion-proof touchscreen tablet
Dimensions	349.5" L x 93" W x 133" H (13,790 lb)

75.HX Hydrocarbon Extractor

Specifications