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Insulation assemblies for metal production cells

US6723221B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 18, 2001
Grant dateApr 20, 2004
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Expiry dateNov 21, 2021

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC25C3/085
  • WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Insulation assemblies provide reduced heat loss from electrolytic metal production cells such as inert anode aluminum production cells. The insulation assemblies may be located at the end, side and/or center aisles of the cell, and may be supported by the anodes and deckplate of the cell. The assemblies reduce heat loss and bath vaporization losses, and permit stable operation of the inert anode cell.

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