Highly Educated & The Control Tower

Since July 10, 2010, before Quartz bangers became popular, Highly Educated was the to-go company for Titanium Nails. Now fast forward to 2023, Highly Educated is keeping its reputation as one of the top innovators in the industry. While still being made in USA!

They started out with the iconic Gavel Banger, than the V2 & V3 and than following  the SE gavel. What does SE mean?

SE stands for “surface enhanced”

Why did Highly Educated do this? Increase in surface free energy, which leads to a greater surface area VS a geometric one. 

It increases the nucleate boiling and advances the Evaporation / Drying time, which therefore increases the amount of Vapor than can be produced.

After the Gavel SE, Highly Educated starting designing the Control Tower. With inspiration coming from a standard blender & slurper they created something new and better. With a longer barrel and a smaller diameter, the SE pillar acts as a “nucleation rolling pin” With the SE pillar being the “Heart” of the operation. 

450-550F is the optimal temperature on the control tower. 450F is preferred for Solvent less while 550F is preferred for Hydro-Carbon extracts.

Brand New BLK Tower:

The BLK Control Tower from Highly Educated represents a significant evolution in advanced terp slurper design, building on the reputation of the original Control Tower to deliver an even more refined, efficient, and flavorful dabbing experience. It’s engineered specifically for users who want maximum heat retention, smooth vapor production, and consistent results session after session — all while minimizing wasted material and enhancing flavor clarity.

At its core, the BLK Control Tower is a quartz concentrate rig accessory that takes the classic control tower concept — a tall, vertical chamber that helps regulate heat and airflow — and upgrades it with heavier-set walls, thicker neck tubing, and a redesigned internal pillar that dramatically improves performance. This isn’t just cosmetic: the thicker walls and increased diameter tubing help the unit retain heat for longer, allowing the chamber to maintain optimal temperatures throughout your dab without dropping too quickly. That means more efficient vaporization, better flavor, and larger, smoother hits compared to many standard setups.

A standout feature of the BLK model is its upgraded pillar design. Where earlier versions used a smaller diameter pillar, the BLK Control Tower now includes a 7 mm-diameter by 30 mm-tall pillar — significantly larger and more robust. This upgrade increases the overall thermal mass inside the chamber, which enhances heat retention and distribution. When paired with an appropriate carb cap (sold separately), this system helps create a controlled environment where concentrates are vaporized cleanly and completely, leaving behind only a light, golden film rather than burnt residue.

Functionally, the Control Tower works by allowing you to heat the quartz chamber to high temperatures and then let it cool to your preferred range before applying your concentrate. The tall tower design helps regulate airflow and draw direction, providing a smoother inhale and increased extraction of terpenes — the aromatic compounds responsible for the flavour and character of your concentrates. While some users prefer larger torches and high heat to push big clouds, the BLK design really shines when used with careful heat control and patience: the chamber holds heat so well that it can vaporize medium and smaller dabs efficiently without scorching.

Cleaning and maintenance are also noticeably easier with this updated design. The smoother internal surfaces and larger pillar space make it simpler to swab out residue or perform solvent baths as needed, helping keep performance consistent over time. While some concentrate rigs can become prone to buildup or chazzing (staining and cloudiness of the quartz), the BLK Control Tower’s design helps mitigate this with its heat distribution and retention properties.

Overall, the BLK Control Tower is aimed at dabbers who are serious about maximizing efficiency, flavor, and consistency in their sessions. It’s a premium accessory — often paired with a quality carb cap — that elevates the concentrate experience beyond basic quartz bangers or simple nails. Whether you’re chasing fuller terp profiles, larger clouds, or simply a more refined extraction process, this iteration from Highly Educated delivers a blend of precision engineering and performance that’s hard to beat in the realm of advanced dabbing setups.