Gravity separator
US4793918A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 8, 1986 |
| Grant date | Dec 27, 1988 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 8, 2006 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB03B4/02
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A gravity separator for separating particulate material deposited onto a perforate separator deck is disclosed. The rate of separation is controlled by varying end raise and side tilt adjustments. These adjustments are made hydraulically and are remotely controlled. These adjustments are carried out while the machine is operating to avoid down-time. The feeder is located above the highest point of the separator deck to provide for faster separation. A blender assembly located at the high side of the deck accepts heavy material and conveys it to a discharge hopper. This provides for faster separation and allows the length of the deck to be decreased. A counterbalance is agitated in a manner to oppose and negate the motion of the deck. An air supply assembly with multiple fans is provided to direct a certain volume of air to separate areas of the separator deck.
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