Plate assembly and method of manufacturing for use in water treatment
US11260322B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 8, 2020 |
| Grant date | Mar 1, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 8, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01D21/2427
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Various systems, apparatus, and methods used to remove solids from water are provided. A plate assembly for a plate settler assembly is provided which includes a plate body with a plate body thickness. The plate assembly also includes a first support plate attached to the plate body on a first axis extending between the first and second end of the plate body. The plate assembly may further include a second support plate attached to the plate body on a second axis extending between the first and second end. The plate assembly may also include a stiffener or a central stiffener attached to the plate body on a third axis. The plate assembly may still further include a flow control plate along the first end. The thickness of the support plates, stiffener, and flow control plate are greater than the plate body thickness. A corresponding method of manufacture is provided.
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