Method of and apparatus for processing continuous discrete batches of particulate product
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Dec 15, 2005
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Jun 14, 2004
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Jun 14, 2004
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A trough-type watertight drag conveyor for particulate material to be processed commences initial stages of the processing while the material is still within the trough. More specifically, in one significant application of the invention, treating liquid is utilized during the processing, this liquid serving further to assist in the conveyance and thereby minimize potential damage to certain materials. Paddles dragged along the trough essentially dam the material in relatively discrete batches. Despite being isolated in batches, the product flow is continuous, the batches being separated only by the thickness of the paddles. Conveyor speed is controlled to allow sufficient residence time of the material within the treating liquid in those instances where required. The paddles are restrained against lifting from the trough bottom to maintain a fairly intimate seal between the trough and paddles. The treating liquid is extracted from the material prior to discharge from the conveyor, and in its preferred form, the treating liquid is recirculated and reused.
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