Modular diffuser body and aeration system
US8931763B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 10, 2011 |
| Grant date | Jan 13, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 21, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01F23/231152
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
An aeration system for treating liquid contained in a vessel is provided. The aeration system includes a header pipe and a plurality of lateral pipes coupled to the header pipe. The lateral pipes each have one or more tubular diffuser membranes sleeved therearound. Also provided is a coupling for sealingly joining end portions of two adjacent pipes is provided. The coupling includes two saddle sections and a deformable gasket extending between the pipes. The coupling is adapted for enabling one pipe to be removed and replaced from a series of pipes without substantially moving any adjacent pipes.
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