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Method for recycling building materials

US6439139B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateNov 17, 2000
Grant dateAug 27, 2002
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Expiry dateNov 17, 2020

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02P40/10
  • WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method of recycling building materials is described, including the steps of introducing the building material into a cement kiln, and combusting a combustible portion of the building material as a fuel within the kiln. The noncombustible portion of the building material is incorporated into a clinker material within the kiln.

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