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Process for reusing scrap glass

US4592723A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 24, 1984
Grant dateJun 3, 1986
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Expiry dateDec 24, 2004

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02P40/50
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method of removing coatings from scrap glass is disclosed. The scrap glass is milled in the presence of particulate batch, preheated and fed to a glass melting furnace. The particulate batch aids in the milling of the scrap glass. The process removes the coatings from the scrap during preheating and provides clean material for melting.

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