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Optimized heavies removal system in an LNG facility

US8505333B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 9, 2008
Grant dateAug 13, 2013
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Expiry dateMay 16, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF25J2290/40
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

An LNG facility employing an optimized heavies removal system. The optimized heavies removal system can comprise at least one distillation column and at least two separate heat exchangers. The heat exchangers can be operable to heat a liquid stream withdrawn from a distillation column to thereby provide predominantly vapor and/or liquid streams that can be reintroduced into the column.

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