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Device and method for melting vitrifiable materials

US7428827B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 27, 2002
Grant dateSep 30, 2008
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Expiry dateMar 6, 2024

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC03B2211/22
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The subject of the invention is a device for melting batch materials that combines at least two separate melting modules, including a module A(1) which is predominantly fitted with heating means in the form of crown burners and/or submerged electrodes, and a module B(2) which is predominantly fitted with heating means in the form of submerged burners.

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