Process for reducing the temperature of an effluent stream flowing out of a sterilization chamber
US9671167B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 13, 2015 |
| Grant date | Jun 6, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 26, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L2202/13
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
This invention relates to a process for reducing the temperature of an effluent stream flowing out of a sterilization chamber. The process involves the use of a mixing tank and heat exchangers which provide for cooling the effluent to a temperature required by local drain or sewer requirements (e.g., below about 60° C.) while saving on the amount of cooling water needed to cool the effluent.
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