Apparatus and method for removing solvent residues
US6685839B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 5, 2000 |
| Grant date | Feb 3, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 13, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01D11/028
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
In the field of biomass extraction, there is a need for effective removal of solvent from spent biomass material.An apparatus for removing solvent residues includes a vessel (11) for containing biomass; a steam source (19) for supplying steam to contact the biomass; and a separator (24) for separating solvent from steam that has contacted the biomass.The disclosure includes a method of use of the apparatus.
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