Specialty extraction processes are designed to recover essential oils and active compounds from herbs, spices and botanicals. Kumar’s flexible plants enable both aqueous and solvent extraction for a wide range of raw materials.
Raw materials such as tulsi, ginger, turmeric, cardamom, chilli, nutmeg and other botanicals are cleaned, size-reduced and prepared for extraction. Depending on the application, steam distillation is used for essential oils, or solvent extraction is applied to isolate active ingredients. Solvent recovery systems ensure maximum yield while protecting heat-sensitive compounds, with by-products repurposed as fuel or fertiliser.
Kumar's specialty extraction systems are built with stainless steel contact parts to maintain purity and product quality. Flexible process configurations allow switching between aqueous and solvent extraction, with robust solvent recovery systems that minimise loss and reduce energy use. Plants are designed for operational safety, efficient recovery of active compounds and sustainable use of by-products.
Solutions for specialty extraction
Our specialty extraction processes feature Kumar and CPM-Crown-designed systems that handle various botanicals, spices, and specialty raw materials. These systems use aqueous or solvent-based methods to recover essential oils, bioactives, and other high-value compounds with precision. Our speciality extraction solutions are flexible, efficient, and dependable across applications.
Our services
We help minimise downtime and keep your operations running smoothly through a combination of high-quality components, advanced technology and expert on-demand support. Our service standards ensure your plant performs at its best, day in and day out.
Audits
Detailed performance reports to assist with process changes related to output, energy consumption, spares, inventory and plant upgrades.
Project EPC
Full or partial turnkey management and execution of the project from cost projections and modelling to installation and commissioning.
Spares
Spare parts as required to maximize uptime and ensure the longevity of your investment.