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Fiber filter and methods of use thereof

US6265024A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 6, 1999
Grant dateJul 24, 2001
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Expiry dateDec 6, 2019

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T442/699
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A fiber filter, method of preparing the fiber filter, and method of treating a fluid stream with the fiber filter are disclosed. The fiber filter comprises an inert fiber matrix, water, and a substrate bound to the fiber matrix that is capable of oxidizing or neutralizing a contaminant. More specifically, the substrate bound to the fiber matrix is sodium bicarbonate, impregnated activated alumina, impregnated zeolite, or a mixture thereof. The impregnate is a permanganate salt, sodium bicarbonate, or a mixture thereof. Improved efficiency of removal of undesirable compounds such as hydrogen sulfide and sulfur dioxide from fluid streams is achieved.

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