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Evaporative foam risers with exothermic topping

US7270171B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMay 26, 2004
Grant dateSep 18, 2007
Priority date
Expiry dateAug 19, 2024

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB22C9/088
  • WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

This invention consists of the use of an evaporative foam riser made with expanded polystyrene and with a cavity on top that contains an exothermic mixture. The reaction of the exothermic material, which is set off when it comes in contact with the metal, prolongs the solidification time of the riser thus rendering it more effective.

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