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Method for flocculating and removing solids suspended in water

US4781839A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateOct 8, 1987
Grant dateNov 1, 1988
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Expiry dateOct 8, 2007

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC02F1/54
  • WIPO fieldEnvironmental technology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Methods are described for flocculating and removing solids suspended in water using an inorganic component containing iron, aluminum, or a mixture thereof in combination with a tannin-based flocculant produced by reacting a condensed tannin with an amino compound and an aldehyde. The tannin-based flocculant is preferably the product of a controlled reaction in which the viscosity is monitored as an indication of suitable shelf life.

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