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Volcano is a brand of premium vaporizers, best known for the Volcano Vaporizer, a tabletop device that heats botanical material to release active compounds as vapor, which is collected in a detachable balloon. Developed in the early 1990s by German engineer Storz & Bickel, the Volcano became a benchmark in the vaporizer industry, renowned for its precision, durability, and medical applications.
The Volcano was invented in 1993 by Markus Storz, a German engineer who founded Storz & Bickel in Tuttlingen, Germany. Storz developed the device to provide a healthier alternative to smoking, using hot air to vaporize active ingredients without combustion. The first commercial model, the Volcano Classic, was released in 2000 and quickly gained a following among medical cannabis patients and connoisseurs.1
The brand's early adoption in the medical community was significant; it was one of the first vaporizers to receive approval for medical use in several countries, including Germany and Canada.
The Volcano line includes the Volcano Classic, the Volcano Digit (with digital temperature control), and the Volcano Hybrid, which added a whip attachment and Bluetooth connectivity. The devices use a convection heating system, where hot air passes through the material, ensuring even vaporization and efficient use of botanicals.
Key features include precise temperature control (ranging from 130°C to 230°C), a durable aluminum housing, and the iconic balloon system that allows for easy inhalation and dosage measurement.
The Volcano has been cited in clinical studies as an effective device for delivering cannabinoids, with research indicating that vaporization reduces harmful byproducts compared to smoking.2 It has been used in clinical trials for pain management and other therapeutic applications.
In 2015, Storz & Bickel received FDA approval for the Volcano Medic, a version specifically designed for medical use, marking a milestone in the acceptance of vaporizers as medical devices.3
Beyond cannabis, the Volcano has been used for aromatherapy and for vaporizing other botanicals like hops and chamomile. The brand also produces the Mighty and Crafty portable vaporizers, which share similar heating technology.
A notable trivia: the Volcano's balloon system was inspired by the design of a hair dryer and a vacuum cleaner, as Storz combined these concepts to create the first prototype. Additionally, the Volcano has a cult following among tech enthusiasts, and its design is often praised for its industrial aesthetics.
In 2018, Storz & Bickel was acquired by Canopy Growth Corporation, a major cannabis company, which expanded the brand's global reach.
Volcano is a registered trademark of Storz & Bickel GmbH & Co. KG.
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