AIR DISTRIBUTION UNIT, AIR LIFT PUMP CONTAINING AIR DISTRIBUTION UNIT, METHOD AND USE OF AIR LIFT PUMP

BE1033139B1Active Publication Date: 2026-06-30HYDROMASTERS

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
BE · BE
Patent Type
Patents
Current Assignee / Owner
HYDROMASTERS
Filing Date
2025-08-14
Publication Date
2026-06-30

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing air distribution systems in air lift pumps are inefficient in creating uniform aeration and gas-liquid exchange, leading to high energy consumption and maintenance issues due to rapid clogging and pressure fluctuations.

Method used

An air distribution unit with a housing containing multiple perforated passages and angled perforations, coupled with a riser tube configuration, that promotes even airflow and extended contact time with water, reducing energy requirements and minimizing clogging.

Benefits of technology

Enhances oxygen transfer efficiency, reduces energy consumption, and minimizes maintenance needs by ensuring uniform aeration and stable gas-liquid exchange, while maintaining consistent airflow.

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Abstract

The invention comprises an air distribution unit for an air lift pump comprising a housing comprising a top surface, a bottom surface and a continuous side surface extending between the top surface and the bottom surface, which housing defines an enclosed volume, and in which the housing is provided with one or more air supply openings and a multitude of enclosed passages through the housing, each surrounded by a passage surface extending between the top surface and the bottom surface of the housing, where each passage extends between a passage opening in the top surface and a passage opening in the bottom surface, and where each passage surface is perforated by a multitude of passage surface perforations. A related air lift pump, method of operation, and use thereof are also provided.
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