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System and method for purging air bubbles from filters

US6336960B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 22, 2000
Grant dateJan 8, 2002
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Expiry dateFeb 22, 2020

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01D2201/208
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

An air bubble purging system for filters include a venturi valve in the drain line of the filter. The venturi valve is connected to a high pressure source line so that when a high rate of flow is produced in the high pressure source line, a venturi effect is created in the venturi valve to open the venturi valve and produce a vacuum in the drain line so that air bubbles are attracted into the drain line and purged.

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