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High efficiency radial type vapor distributor for packed towers

US4810428A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateNov 27, 1987
Grant dateMar 7, 1989
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Expiry dateNov 27, 2007

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01D53/185
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A vapor distribution device for installation inside a vessel at the outlet of conduit means, a packed bed tower employing said vapor distribution device, and a method of sizing said vapor distribution device are disclosed. The present invention provides uniform vapor flow distribution across the vessel diameter.

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