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Deep dives into extraction lab planning, UL certification, code compliance, and the advantages of engineered modular enclosures — written by our team.

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Podtronix modular extraction enclosure and exterior safety control panel on the manufacturing floor
Planning5 min read

Extraction Lab Quote Checklist: What to Prepare Before You Buy

Prepare a useful extraction lab quote request with process details, equipment drawings, site constraints, utility information and a clear installation scope.

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Large Podtronix single-wall extraction lab enclosure with equipment access doors
Planning5 min read

How to Size a C1D1 Extraction Lab: Equipment, Access and Workflow

Size a C1D1 extraction lab around equipment, maintenance access, material flow and site constraints. Compare nominal footprints with usable interior space.

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Podtronix extraction lab exterior in a Michigan processing facility
Compliance5 min read

C1D1 vs. C1D2 Extraction Labs: What the Classifications Mean

Understand C1D1 and C1D2 hazardous-location classifications, equipment suitability and the documentation needed before choosing an extraction lab enclosure.

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Dedicated Off-Gassing Zone entrance in a Podtronix Florida installation
Safety5 min read

Off-Gassing Booth vs. Extraction Lab: Planning Separate Process Areas

Learn how off-gassing booths differ from extraction labs and what to review for spent biomass handling, residual solvents, material flow and facility planning.

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Podtronix prefabricated extraction lab enclosure
Planning3 min read

Prefabricated C1D1 Extraction Labs vs. Traditional Construction

If you're thinking about setting up an extraction lab, you must be wondering if prefabricated is a better, safer choice over traditional wood & sheetrock on-site construction. Here is some information to consider.

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Podtronix enclosure controls and integrated manufacturing detail
Safety4 min read

What is UL Certification? Does it Matter?

There are SO MANY rules and regulations for extraction labs! Who could possibly figure all of this out and make it easy? Podtronix. That's who. We make the safest extraction labs in the industry.

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Interior of a modular Podtronix processing enclosure with a vented wall
Compliance4 min read

How to Set Up a C1D1 Extraction Lab: Compliance, Equipment & Site Planning Guide

If you're thinking about setting up an extraction operation, there are a lot of things to consider before you even start. While this is not the ultimate guide, it will help you get your extraction ducks in a row before you start spending and building.

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Podtronix prefabricated enclosure and controls on the factory floor
Products3 min read

The Benefits of a Podtronix Prefabricated UL Listed C1D1 Extraction Lab

There are a LOT of benefits of buying a Prefabricated UL Listed C1D1 Extraction Lab. The top 3 are safety, safety, and safety. Read on to find out even more benefits, and why Podtronix is the right choice.

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