START OF AN AIR SEPARATION UNIT WITH CONDENSATION UNIT

DE602024004113T2Active Publication Date: 2026-04-22LAIR LIQUIDE SA POUR LETUDE & LEXPLOITATION DES PROCEDES GEORGES CLAUDE
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Authority / Receiving Office
DE · DE
Patent Type
Patents
Current Assignee / Owner
LAIR LIQUIDE SA POUR LETUDE & LEXPLOITATION DES PROCEDES GEORGES CLAUDE
Filing Date
2024-06-21
Publication Date
2026-04-22

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing air separation apparatuses face challenges in smooth start-up due to the high cost and potential material deformation caused by rapid cooling when using external liquid nitrogen reserves, which are difficult to store and control.

Method used

Utilize a gas flow cooled by expansion in the nitrogen liquefier's expander to supply cold during start-up, eliminating the need for external liquid nitrogen reserves and controlling the cooling rate through regulated gas and liquid flow management.

Benefits of technology

Enables cost-effective and safe start-up with controlled cooling rates, reducing the risk of material deformation and ensuring reliable operation of the air separation apparatus.

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