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Tubular diffuser

US5054208A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 7, 1991
Grant dateOct 8, 1991
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Expiry dateFeb 7, 2011

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF26B21/004
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention discloses a diffuser for use in a drying system and more particularly, a tubular diffuser for use in a drying hopper. The present invention is especially useful in the conditioning of resin pellets prior to molding or extruding. It is comprised of a hollow perforated body, a closed end, an open end through which clean, warm, dry air may be supplied, and a stiffener.

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