Batch charger for a melting furnace
US12054414B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 27, 2022 |
| Grant date | Aug 6, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 27, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF27D3/08
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A feed assembly having a hollow tubular body and a batch charger disposed within the hollow tubular body is disclosed. The hollow tubular body extends along a central axis from a first end to a second end and, further, comprises a port that tapers from a first port end to a second port end at the second end of the tubular body. The batch charger includes a first charger end proximate the first end of the tubular body and a second charger end proximate the second end of the tubular body. The second charger end is spaced away from the second end of the tubular body to provide a port space within the port. An apparatus that includes a melting chamber and a feed assembly is also disclosed along with a method of feeding batch materials into a melting chamber.
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