Adsorber for pretreatment of natural gas containing bulk hydrogen sulfide
US7803215B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 12, 2007 |
| Grant date | Sep 28, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 25, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02C20/40
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The invention relates to a process for removing heavy hydrocarbons and hydrogen sulfide from natural gas. The combination of a silica-gel and an activated carbon adsorber allow for a significant reduction in the overall bed volume required for removal of hydrocarbons.
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