1. Overview and Structural Features
1.1 Name Origin and Shape Design
We use the term “mushroom-shaped” as a vivid metaphor for this multifunctional extraction tank. We design it to have a mushroom-like shape, with a large upper part and a small lower part.
1.2 Design Purpose of Each Part
We design the large upper part to prevent materials from running out when they boil. On the other hand, we design the small lower part to make the liquid medicine heat up quickly.
This small lower design shortens heating time, improves extraction efficiency, and increases the extraction rate—all key advantages of the tank’s structural design.
2. Advantages and Disadvantages
The mushroom-shaped extraction tank has multiple prominent advantages. Specifically, it boasts a high degree of automation, high extraction efficiency, convenient operation, and a high safety factor.
However, compared with straight-tube extraction tanks and regular-cone extraction tanks, it has some drawbacks. We find its manufacturing difficulty relatively higher, and its price relatively more expensive.
3. Application Fields and Optimal Scenarios
3.1 Applicable Industries and Processes
We can use the mushroom-shaped extraction tank for various process operations. These operations include normal pressure, reduced pressure, pressurized water decoction, warm immersion, thermal reflux, forced circulation penetration, aromatic oil extraction, and organic solvent recovery.
It is widely used in the traditional Chinese medicine, food, and chemical industries, adapting to diverse production needs.
3.2 Optimal Extraction Modes
Especially when we use dynamic extraction or counter-current forced circulation extraction, the tank achieves better results. It shortens operation time and increases the content of liquid medicine effectively.
4. Tank Configuration and Compliance
We equip the tank body of the mushroom-shaped multifunctional extraction tank with multiple practical components. These include a CIP cleaning automatic rotating cleaning spray ball, a real-time thermometer, and a pressure gauge.
It also has an observation spotlight, a sight glass, and a quick-opening feeding port. All these components ensure simple operation and compliance with GMP standards.
5. Supporting Equipment and Overall Functions
We match the mushroom-shaped extraction tank with a condenser, a cooler, an oil-water separator, and other equipment. This matching setup allows it to realize multiple processes, including extraction, recovery, condensation, cooling, and separation.
As a result, it becomes an excellent choice for extraction and recovery operations in various industries.
