Method for coalescence
US4888117A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | May 19, 1988 |
| Grant date | Dec 19, 1989 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 19, 2008 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S210/05
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A method of coalescence involves the use of a coalescer element consisting essentially of or comprising a sintered polymeric media having a fine porous structure. Suitable polymers include thermoplastics or thermosetting resins. The element is suitable for de-oiling oily water and dewatering crude oil.
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