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Apparatus for cooling pellets

US4057978A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateFeb 17, 1976
Grant dateNov 15, 1977
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Expiry dateFeb 17, 1996

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC21B13/0086
  • WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

An improved apparatus for cooling hot pellets discharged from a kiln or the like with water is presented wherein the pellets are charged through a chute into a water cooling bath while avoiding oxidation thereof. The cooling bath is covered with a hood and the pressure difference between the chute and hood is controlled during the process.

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