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Method for removing deposits from cooling water systems

US5401311A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJan 14, 1994
Grant dateMar 28, 1995
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Expiry dateJan 14, 2014

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC11D7/36
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Methods and compositions for removing deposits from surfaces in contact with the water of a cooling water system are disclosed. The combination of a chelant, a phosphonate or phosphate compound, and a base is effective in removing clay deposits from such surfaces.

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