For over 55 years, B/R Instrument has been at the forefront of distillation technology, serving customers worldwide with innovative solutions for cannabis processing, petroleum testing, and solvent recycling.
Serving industries since 1966
Worldwide installations
Global reach and support
Always here to help
Built on partnership and innovation
B/R Instrument was founded in 1966 by Roger Roark Sr. and Harry Brown. The name B/R comes from the first letter of each founder's last name: Brown / Roark = B/R.
Originally a manufacturer of general glassware, the company began to specialize in spinning band distillation systems in 1968 under a DuPont patent. From the beginning, the company attracted interest from both domestic and international customers.
Brown + Roark = B/R
55+ years of technological advancement
B/R Instrument founded by Roger Roark Sr. and Harry Brown as a general glassware manufacturer.
Began specializing in spinning band distillation systems under a DuPont patent, attracting international customers.
Brought automation to distillation with our first programmer, reducing operator attention and adding safety features.
Entered histology market with solvent recycling systems, reducing hospital waste by 85%.
Expanded into petroleum with crude oil distillation systems and ASTM D1160 vacuum distillation models.
Built dedicated facility in Easton, Maryland on the Chesapeake Bay for expanded production and training.
Introduced all-metal solvent recyclers for enhanced safety and durability, plus the first formalin recycler.
Early adopter of PC integration into distillation control systems for enhanced automation.
Expanded into complete stainless steel distillation systems and custom pilot scale designs.
Sharp increase in cannabis oil purification. Introduced the 9200 system for high-purity cannabinoids.
Introduced higher throughput cannabis/hemp distillation systems to meet growing market demand.
Introduced crystallization, winterization, decarbing, and liquid/liquid extraction systems.
Launched solvent-free THC remediation equipment for CBD oil, revolutionizing the process.
Located on the beautiful shores of the Chesapeake Bay
Our dedicated 20,000 sq ft facility in Easton, Maryland serves as our headquarters for manufacturing, engineering, and customer training. The location provides easy access to major East Coast markets while offering a skilled workforce and excellent shipping logistics.
Diverse industries, specialized solutions
Complete processing solutions from extraction to finished products
ASTM compliant systems for crude oil analysis and quality control
Solvent recycling systems reducing waste and costs
High-purity distillation for aromatherapy and cosmetics
Laboratory-scale systems for universities and R&D labs
Custom pilot and production scale distillation systems
Join thousands of satisfied customers worldwide who trust B/R Instrument for their distillation needs.