Modular compact adsorption bed
US8268043B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 23, 2009 |
| Grant date | Sep 18, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 14, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01D53/0407
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A modular and compact adsorbent bed structure is disclosed for use in an adsorption-based gas separation plant. The conventional adsorbent bed in a gas separation plant is replaced with a plurality of modular adsorbent bed units connected to make the adsorbent bed structure. Modular adsorbent bed units of this invention provide higher capacity of product per unit volume of adsorbent material (i.e., increased adsorbent utilization) as compared to that obtained from conventional adsorbent beds. The modular design requires lower fabrication costs; is easier to transport; has less maintenance and repair requirements; and is easier to load with adsorbent material.
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