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Continuous smelting and refining of cement copper

US4090870A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJan 12, 1977
Grant dateMay 23, 1978
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Expiry dateJan 12, 1997

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC22B15/0032
  • WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Use of a shaft kiln in continuous smelting and refining of cement copper is made possible with a mix preheater, a refined gas preheater, an air preheater, an air mix feeder and forehearths for cement oxidation and reduction, and wherein oxidation is achieved by injecting oxidant gases and reduction by injecting preheated petroleum gas, subsequent to having placed a layer of charcoal on the smelt.

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