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Process for the separation and purification of cellulose ethers and cellulose derivatives

US4963271A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateAug 31, 1988
Grant dateOct 16, 1990
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Expiry dateAug 31, 2008

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01D2201/085
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A process and apparatus for the separation and purification of cellulose ethers and other cellulose derivatives in a filter unit at relatively high temperatures and with narrow-mesh filters, employing a pressure vessel having candle filters to which pressure is introduced for separation of the suspension liquid, for the removal of residual liquid from the filter cake formed, and also for washing the filter cake.

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