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Apparatus and methods for delivering a heated fluid

US8744251B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 17, 2010
Grant dateJun 3, 2014
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Expiry dateNov 12, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF26B13/108
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Apparatus and methods for delivering a heated fluid. The apparatus includes at least a preheat zone, an expansion zone, and an expanded zone comprising a plurality of trim heaters, at least one fluid flow-distribution sheet, and an outlet. The apparatus may be used for delivering the heated fluid onto a moving fluid-permeable substrate.

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