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Apparatus and methods for liquid treatment

CA 1324768 C · Owner: Envirotech Corporation · Inventors: Meurer, Charles L.

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A clarifier basin is provided with upflow channels for removing solids from liquid that flows up the channels. The channels are defined by pairs of spaced sheets and are provided at their upper ends with flap members that releasably close the channels. Each sheet is provided with threedimensional (3D) members, such as spherical bubbles or ellipsoids, that are in a two-dimensional array or regular pattern. The sheets are positioned closely adjacent each other so that the 3D members on one sheet nest with the 3D members of the adjacent sheet to form interstices that collect the solids. The sheets are movable to enlarge the interstices so that air bubbles can flow up a selected channel and …

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  • Granted November 30, 1993. A Canadian patent filed before October 1, 1989 lasted 17 years from grant, so its term ended November 30, 2010.
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FiledJune 8, 1989
GrantedNovember 30, 1993
Term endedNovember 30, 2010
Patent numberCA 1324768 C
Classification (IPC)B01D21/00 +1 more

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1990199319961999200220052008Application filedJune 8, 1989Patent grantedNov 30, 1993Term endedNov 30, 2010

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