Packing element for use in a chemical processing apparatus
US7862013B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 19, 2006 |
| Grant date | Jan 4, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 6, 2029 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S261/72
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A chemical processing apparatus that utilizes randomly oriented ceramic packing elements having at least three openings therethrough that accommodate feedstock with combustible and/or noncombustible matter that accumulates in the openings is described. The openings occupy at least 10% of the surface area on one side of the packing element.
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