Title:
APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR MINIMIZING SMOKE FORMATION IN A FLARING STACK
Document Type and Number:
WIPO Patent Application WO/2014/179656
Kind Code:
A3
Abstract:
An apparatus and method for minimizing smoke formation in the operation of a flaring stack. The apparatus includes a generally annular gas deflector having an outer surface for deflecting the waste gas therealong. A plurality of lobes extend radially from the deflector to provide improved mixing between the waste gas, steam, and combustion air during combustion to reduce smoke formation.
Inventors:
MCCLAIN DONNIE DEE (US)
MARTIN RICHARD R (US)
JENNINGS JAY D (US)
MARTIN RICHARD R (US)
JENNINGS JAY D (US)
Application Number:
PCT/US2014/036506
Publication Date:
April 21, 2016
Filing Date:
May 02, 2014
Export Citation:
Assignee:
UOP LLC (US)
International Classes:
F23G7/08; F23D14/70; F23D14/84; F23L7/00
Foreign References:
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Attorney, Agent or Firm:
MAAS, Maryann (25 East Algonquin RoadP. O. Box 501, Des Plaines Illinois, US)
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