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Apparatus and methods for urea production

US7687041B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 27, 2008
Grant dateMar 30, 2010
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Expiry dateSep 4, 2028

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01J2219/00006
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Apparatus and methods for producing urea are provided. In one or more embodiments, an apparatus for producing urea can include a first zone, which can include a first flow channel in fluid communication with a first tube disposed about a first end of a plurality of trays, a second flow channel in fluid communication with a second tube disposed about the first end of the trays and a second end of the trays, and a third flow channel in fluid communication with a third tube disposed about the first and second ends of the trays. The apparatus can include a second zone, which can include a fixed bed comprising one or more inert packing materials disposed therein to provide additional surface area. The apparatus can include a third zone, which can include a plurality of tubes disposed therein. The second zone can be disposed between the first and third zones.

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