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Method and apparatus for separating a target molecule from a liquid mixture

US7488422B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 30, 2005
Grant dateFeb 10, 2009
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Expiry dateFeb 14, 2027

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01D15/1828
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A simulated moving bed apparatus and methods are described for continuously separating a target molecule from a liquid mixture, using a simulated moving bed system. The simulated moving bed system includes a plurality of filter cartridge modules in serial fluid communication. Each filter cartridge module includes a volume of stationary phase particulates adjacent a porous substrate layer. Each filter cartridge module also includes recirculation piping in fluid connection with a filter cartridge outlet and a filter cartridge inlet.

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