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Method and apparatus for changing physical and chemical properties of materials

US4758003A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateSep 6, 1984
Grant dateJul 19, 1988
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Expiry dateSep 6, 2004

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S277/934
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method for sealing a port in a wall through which an element is passed, comprising the steps of combining a water based fire-resistant liquid sealing material and a solid water absorbing means which will swell to prevent shrinkage to form a mixture that seals, and introducing the mixture into the port to seal the port. Materials and compositions for carrying out the method are disclosed.

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