Process for regenerating a spent sorbent
US8173566B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 23, 2004 |
| Grant date | May 8, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 26, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01J20/3475
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A method and apparatus is provided for regenerating a sorbent that has been poisoned by components derived from flue gas. The sorbent is treated with an agent to remove the poisoning components and introduce a promoting agent into the sorbent. The method and apparatus can also be used to enhance the effectiveness of a new sorbent.
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