Optimization of stripper feed configuration for rich/lean solvent regeneration
US9943801B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 11, 2014 |
| Grant date | Apr 17, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 11, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02P70/10
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Disclosed is an improved process for regenerating solvent used to remove contaminants from a fluid stream. Said process comprises a solvent regeneration system (10) comprising a rich/lean solvent stripper column (29), reboiler (50), condenser (36), and reflux receiver (38) wherein the improvement is the location 46 of the condensed stripper gas return from the reflux receiver.
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