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F28D 9/00 - Heat-exchange apparatus having stationary plate-like or laminated conduit assemblies for both heat-exchange media, the media being in contact with different sides of a conduit wall 76
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1.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR TREATING A FLUID

      
Application Number 18347059
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-07-05
First Publication Date 2024-02-29
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor Gram Bilde, Kasper

Abstract

A system for treating a fluid used for cleaning exhaust gas from pollutants including particulate matter comprises a circulation tank for accommodating the fluid, the circulation tank comprising an outlet for bleeding off part of the fluid. A first device is provided for adding a first chemical to the part of the fluid, wherein the first chemical comprises a coagulant. A separation device receives a mixture comprising the part of the fluid and the first chemical, and separates the mixture into a first fraction and a second fraction, which first fraction contains more particulate matter than the second fraction. A flocculation arrangement comprising a first flocculator device is arranged between the separation device and the first device to retain the part of the fluid and the first chemical to promote agglomeration of particulate matter comprised in the part of the fluid before the mixture is received by the separation device.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B01D 51/02 - Amassing the particles, e.g. by flocculation
  • B01D 45/16 - Separating dispersed particles from gases or vapours by gravity, inertia, or centrifugal forces by centrifugal forces generated by the winding course of the gas stream

2.

CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATOR AND PROTECTIVE MEMBER

      
Application Number 18280076
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-02-18
First Publication Date 2024-02-29
Owner Alfa Laval Corporate AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Edwall, Johan
  • Klein, Lars

Abstract

A centrifugal separator includes a separator bowl delimiting therein a separation space and being configured to rotate about a rotational axis and nozzle members arranged peripherally at the separator bowl. Each nozzle member forms a nozzle outlet providing a passage from the separation space to a space outside the separator bowl. The centrifugal separator includes a protective member arranged downstream of each nozzle outlet at an outer periphery of the separator bowl. The nozzle member secures the protective member in relation to the separator bowl, at least in one circumferential direction of the separator bowl.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B04B 1/12 - Centrifuges with rotary bowls provided with solid jackets for separating predominantly liquid mixtures with or without solid particles with discharging outlets in the plane of the maximum diameter of the bowl with continuous discharge
  • B04B 7/12 - Inserts, e.g. armouring plates

3.

A ROTARY POSITIVE DISPLACEMENT PUMP

      
Application Number 18260531
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-01-19
First Publication Date 2024-02-15
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor Cargill, Simon

Abstract

A rotary positive displacement pump comprises a housing rotationally supporting first and second parallel and axially extending drive shafts having constantly meshing gears such that the drive shafts rotate in opposite directions. A rotor casing is connected to a front side of the housing and has axial rear and front walls and a circumferential side wall jointly defining a pumping cavity. The casing houses first and second rotors drivingly connected to the first and second drive shafts respectively. The rotors rotate in opposite directions and mutually interact to provide a positive pumping effect on fluid product entering the cavity. First and second sealing arrangements prevent leakage of fluid product from the cavity towards the rear side of the casing along the first/second drive shafts. A heating device is detachably fastened to the rear casing wall to heat the casing, the first/second sealing arrangements and/or any fluid product within the casing.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F04C 15/00 - Component parts, details or accessories of machines, pumps or pumping installations, not provided for in groups
  • F04C 2/12 - Rotary-piston machines or pumps of intermeshing-engagement type, i.e. with engagement of co-operating members similar to that of toothed gearing of other than internal-axis type
  • F04C 11/00 - Combinations of two or more machines or pumps, each being of rotary-piston or oscillating-piston type; Pumping installations

4.

A ROTARY POSITIVE DISPLACEMENT PUMP WITH A GUARD

      
Application Number 18260493
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-01-19
First Publication Date 2024-02-15
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor Cargill, Simon

Abstract

A rotary positive displacement pump comprises a transmission housing having front and rear walls and rotationally supporting first and second drive shafts having constantly meshing gears such that the drive shafts rotate in opposite directions. A rotor casing connected to a front side of the housing has rear and front walls and a circumferential side wall defining an interior pumping cavity. The casing houses first and second rotors drivingly connected to the first and second drive shafts to provide a positive pumping effect on fluid product entering the cavity. The front and rear walls of the housing define an intermediate space through which the drive shafts extend. A first guard is located in the intermediate space and surrounds the drive shafts, or first and second guards are located in the intermediate space and surround the first and second drive shafts respectively, for protecting a person from contacting the drive shafts.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F04C 2/18 - Rotary-piston machines or pumps of intermeshing-engagement type, i.e. with engagement of co-operating members similar to that of toothed gearing of other than internal-axis type with toothed rotary pistons with similar tooth forms
  • F04C 13/00 - Adaptations of machines or pumps for special use, e.g. for extremely high pressures
  • F04C 15/00 - Component parts, details or accessories of machines, pumps or pumping installations, not provided for in groups
  • F01C 17/02 - Arrangements for drive of co-operating members, e.g. for rotary piston and casing of toothed-gearing type

5.

EVAPORATIVE WET SURFACE AIR COOLER

      
Application Number 18266772
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-12-15
First Publication Date 2024-02-15
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Shahrpass, Kevin
  • Pawlak, Christian
  • Andersson, Christian

Abstract

A wet surface air cooler (WSAC), including an evaporative spiral plate heat exchanger for flowing a process medium therethrough, a spray system for spraying a cooling medium directly onto the evaporative spiral plate heat exchanger and a fan for causing air to flow through the evaporative spiral plate heat exchanger, the combination of the sprayed cooling medium onto the evaporative spiral plate heat exchanger and the air flowing therethrough causes the cooling medium to at least partially evaporate to lower the temperature of the process medium.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F28C 1/00 - Direct-contact trickle coolers, e.g. cooling towers
  • F28F 25/08 - Splashing boards or grids, e.g. for converting liquid sprays into liquid films; Elements or beds for increasing the area of the contact surface
  • F28F 25/06 - Spray nozzles or spray pipes

6.

A CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATOR

      
Application Number 18275951
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-02-02
First Publication Date 2024-02-01
Owner Alfa Laval Corporate AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Hilding, Klas
  • Deurell, Tomas

Abstract

A centrifugal separator for separating at least one liquid phase and a solids phase from a liquid feed mixture includes a frame, a drive member and a rotating part. The drive member is configured to rotate the rotating part in relation to the frame around an axis of rotation. The rotating part includes a centrifuge bowl enclosing a separation space and a sludge space. The separation space includes a stack of separation discs arranged coaxially around the axis of rotation and the sludge space is arranged radially outside said stack of separation discs. The centrifuge bowl includes an inlet for receiving the liquid feed mixture, at least one liquid outlet for a separated liquid phase, and at least one sludge outlet for a separated solids phase. The upper inner surface of the sludge space forms an upper sludge space angle β relative the axis of rotation as seen in an axial plane. The upper inner surface extends radially at least half the radial distance from the at least one sludge outlet to the radial outer edge of the stack of separation discs and the upper sludge space angle β is more than 5 degrees but less than 15 degrees.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B04B 1/08 - Centrifuges with rotary bowls provided with solid jackets for separating predominantly liquid mixtures with or without solid particles with inserted separating walls of conical shape
  • B04B 1/14 - Centrifuges with rotary bowls provided with solid jackets for separating predominantly liquid mixtures with or without solid particles with discharging outlets in the plane of the maximum diameter of the bowl with periodical discharge
  • B04B 7/08 - Rotary bowls

7.

A CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATOR AND A METHOD OF OPERATING A CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATOR

      
Application Number 18037177
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-11-17
First Publication Date 2024-01-18
Owner Alfa Laval Corporate AB (Sweden)
Inventor Pitkämäki, Jouko

Abstract

A centrifugal separator for separating a liquid heavy phase and light phase from a liquid feed mixture includes a drive member and a rotating part. The rotating part includes a centrifuge rotor enclosing a separation space and a sludge space. The centrifugal separator includes an inlet for receiving the liquid feed mixture into the centrifuge rotor, a first outlet for the liquid heavy phase and a second outlet for the liquid light phase. The centrifugal separator includes a conduit system for recirculating separated liquid heavy phase discharged from a first outlet to the sludge space within the centrifuge rotor without mixing the recirculated separated liquid heavy phase with the liquid feed mixture. Sludge outlets, other than the first and second outlets, discharge sludge separated from said liquid feed mixture. A method for separating a liquid heavy phase and a liquid light phase from a liquid feed mixture is also disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B04B 1/14 - Centrifuges with rotary bowls provided with solid jackets for separating predominantly liquid mixtures with or without solid particles with discharging outlets in the plane of the maximum diameter of the bowl with periodical discharge
  • B04B 1/08 - Centrifuges with rotary bowls provided with solid jackets for separating predominantly liquid mixtures with or without solid particles with inserted separating walls of conical shape

8.

GASKET ARRANGEMENT, HEAT TRANSFER PLATE, KIT AND ASSEMBLY

      
Application Number 18251921
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-10-28
First Publication Date 2024-01-11
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Blomgren, Fredrik
  • Nilsson, Johan
  • Olsson, Mats
  • Tydén, Emil
  • Wänersjö, Per

Abstract

A gasket arrangement comprises a sealing part for sealing between two heat transfer plates, which each comprises a number >1 of port holes. An attachment part is arranged to attach the gasket arrangement to one of the heat transfer plates. The sealing part comprises an annular outer sealing portion arranged to extend along at least a part of a respective outer edge of the heat transfer plates and enclose the portholes, and an annular inner sealing portion enclosed by the outer sealing portion and arranged to enclose at least one of the port holes. The attachment part is enclosed by the outer sealing portion, is arranged on an outside of the inner sealing portion and comprises a fastening attachment portion arranged to be fastened to a first side of the one of the heat transfer plates by an adhesive mechanism.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F28F 3/10 - Arrangement for sealing the margins

9.

METHOD FOR OPERATING BIOPROCESSING SYSTEM AND BIOPROCESSING SYSTEM

      
Application Number 18039174
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-11-22
First Publication Date 2023-12-28
Owner Alfa Laval Corporate AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Königsson, Staffan
  • Thorwid, Peter

Abstract

A method for operating a bioprocessing system includes producing a cell culture mixture in a fermentor, conducting a flow of cell culture mixture from the fermentor into an interior of a centrifugal separator including a surface enlarging insert, simultaneously with the step of producing the cell culture mixture, and returning continuously from the interior of the centrifugal separator a flow of liquid to the fermentor, simultaneously with the steps of producing the cell culture mixture and conducting the flow of cell culture mixture.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C12M 1/36 - Apparatus for enzymology or microbiology including condition or time responsive control, e.g. automatically controlled fermentors
  • C12M 1/26 - Inoculator or sampler
  • C12M 1/00 - Apparatus for enzymology or microbiology

10.

RETRACTABLE CLEANING APPARATUS AND SYSTEM

      
Application Number 18253410
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-11-29
First Publication Date 2023-12-28
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor Jensen, Bo Boye Busk

Abstract

A retractable cleaning apparatus for spray cleaning of pipes or vessels comprises a rotatable spray head configured to spray the interior of the pipes or vessels with a cleaning liquid. The rotatable spray head is linearly movable between a retracted position and a cleaning position along a longitudinal axis of the rotatable spray head. The rotatable spray head is rotatable about the longitudinal axis of the rotatable spray head independent of a flow of the cleaning liquid. The rotatable spray head is rotatable with an angular velocity that is independent of the flow of the cleaning liquid. The angular velocity may be within a range of 0.1-1.3 radians per second. A system including a retractable cleaning apparatus is also disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B05B 13/06 - Machines or plants for applying liquids or other fluent materials to surfaces of objects or other work by spraying, not covered by groups specially designed for treating the inside of hollow bodies
  • B05B 1/20 - Perforated pipes or troughs, e.g. spray booms; Outlet elements therefor
  • B05B 13/04 - Means for supporting work; Arrangement or mounting of spray heads; Adaptation or arrangement of means for feeding work the spray heads being moved during operation
  • B05B 15/72 - Arrangements for moving spray heads automatically to or from the working position using hydraulic or pneumatic means

11.

PREVENTION OF MICROBIOLOGICAL GROWTH IN HEAT EXCHANGERS

      
Application Number 17766579
Status Pending
Filing Date 2020-10-06
First Publication Date 2023-12-28
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor Andersson, Thomas

Abstract

A heat exchanger assembly (10) is proposed comprising: a heat exchanger (12) forming one or more electrically connected partitions (26) separating a first fluid (22) and a second fluid (24). The assembly (10) further comprises: a first electrical connector (14) and a second electrical connector (16) that are operationally connected to the partitions (26) of the heat exchanger (12) and an electrical power source (18) operationally connected to the first electrical connector (14) and the second electrical connector (16). The electrical power source (18) is configured to supply an electric current to the one or more partitions (26) of the heat exchanger (12) via the first electrical connector (14) and the second electrical connector (16).

IPC Classes  ?

  • F28F 19/00 - Preventing the formation of deposits or corrosion, e.g. by using filters
  • A61L 2/03 - Electric current, e.g. electrolysis
  • F28D 7/16 - Heat-exchange apparatus having stationary tubular conduit assemblies for both heat-exchange media, the media being in contact with different sides of a conduit wall the conduits being arranged in parallel spaced relation
  • F28F 13/16 - Arrangements for modifying heat transfer, e.g. increasing, decreasing by applying an electrostatic field to the body of the heat-exchange medium
  • A23L 3/22 - Preservation of foods or foodstuffs, in general, e.g. pasteurising, sterilising, specially adapted for foods or foodstuffs by heating loose unpacked materials while they are progressively transported through the apparatus with transport through tubes

12.

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR CONTINUOUSLY SEPARATING FLOWABLE MATERIALS OF DIFFERENT DENSITY IN A SUSPENSION

      
Application Number 18034846
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-10-27
First Publication Date 2023-12-21
Owner Alfa Laval Corporate AB (Sweden)
Inventor Biegel, Johannes

Abstract

A device for continuously separating flowable materials of different densities of a suspension includes: a drum that is rotatably supported about an axis of rotation, that is rotatable about the axis of rotation by a drum motor, and that surrounds a hollow space; a screw conveyor that is rotatably supported about the axis of rotation and is at least partially arranged in the hollow space and that is rotatable about the axis of rotation by a screw conveyor motor; an inflow pipe for supplying the suspension to the hollow space, wherein the drum has an outflow for the removal of a centrate acquired from the suspension from the hollow space; and the outflow section has a free jet section in which the centrate forms a free jet; and a measurement device by which the transmission and/or the reflection of the centrate in the free jet section can be contactlessly determined.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B04B 3/04 - Centrifuges with rotary bowls in which solid particles or bodies become separated by centrifugal force and simultaneously sifting or filtering discharging solid particles from the bowl by a conveying screw co-axial with the bowl axis and rotating relatively to the bowl
  • B04B 9/02 - Electric motor drives
  • B04B 9/10 - Control of the drive; Speed regulating
  • B04B 11/02 - Continuous feeding or discharging; Control arrangements therefor
  • B04B 13/00 - Control arrangements specially designed for centrifuges; Programme control of centrifuges

13.

A METHOD OF GREASING A DECANTER CENTRIFUGE

      
Application Number 18035714
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-10-21
First Publication Date 2023-12-21
Owner Alfa Laval Corporate AB (Sweden)
Inventor Olsson, Martin

Abstract

In a method of greasing a decanter centrifuge, each beating of the decanter centrifuge is located in a bearing housing and at least one bearing housing has a grease flow meter. The grease flow meter is connected to a control unit. The method includes generating a greasing operation when the operating time of the decanter centrifuge is equal to or exceeds a specific time interval between greasing operations. The greasing operation includes generating a start signal in the control unit, measuring an amount of grease injected into the bearing housing by using the flow meter, and generating a stop signal in the control unit when the amount of grease injected into the bearing housing is equal to or exceeds a specific amount of grease to be injected at each greasing operation.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B04B 9/12 - Suspending rotary bowls
  • B04B 1/20 - Centrifuges with rotary bowls provided with solid jackets for separating predominantly liquid mixtures with or without solid particles discharging solid particles from the bowl by a conveying screw coaxial with the bowl axis and rotating relatively to the bowl
  • F16N 29/02 - Special means in lubricating arrangements or systems providing for the indication or detection of undesired conditions; Use of devices responsive to conditions in lubricating arrangements or systems for influencing the supply of lubricant
  • F16N 11/00 - Arrangements for supplying grease from a stationary reservoir or the equivalent in or on the machine or member to be lubricated; Grease cups
  • F16C 33/66 - Special parts or details in view of lubrication

14.

A PROTECTING COLLAR AND A CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATOR

      
Application Number 18037254
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-11-22
First Publication Date 2023-12-21
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Börjes, Markus
  • Roos, Ken
  • Bentsen, John
  • Branäng, Hampus
  • Norbäck, Michael

Abstract

A protecting collar for a centrifugal separator is arranged to rotate with a rotatable part of the centrifugal separator and includes a cavity provided with an inner wall including a first inner peripheral surface portion and an inner abutment surface; a first and a second opening of the cavity, which first opening has a larger diameter than the second opening; an outer wall including an outer peripheral surface and an outer abutment surface. The protecting collar includes a lubricant barrier generating element arranged in the first inner peripheral surface portion, which lubricant barrier generating element is configured to prevent the lubricant to pass the lubricant barrier generating element during a rotational movement of the protecting collar. The lubricant barrier generating element is a helical groove formed in the first inner peripheral surface portion. A centrifugal separator includes the protecting collar.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B04B 9/08 - Arrangement or disposition of transmission gearing
  • B04B 9/12 - Suspending rotary bowls

15.

HEAT TRANSFER PLATE

      
Application Number 18257476
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-11-25
First Publication Date 2023-12-14
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Holm, Martin
  • Hedberg, Magnus
  • Nilsson, Johan

Abstract

A heat transfer plate comprises an upper end portion adjoining a center portion along an upper border line and comprising first and second port holes and an upper distribution pattern comprising upper distribution ridges and valleys. The upper distribution ridges extend along imaginary upper ridge lines from the upper border line towards the first port hole. The upper distribution valleys extend along imaginary upper valley lines from the upper border line towards the second port hole. The imaginary upper ridge lines and valley lines cross in plural upper cross points. In plural upper cross points, the plate extends in an imaginary first intermediate plane. The plate is configured so that a number of first upper cross points on one side of the center axis extends above the first intermediate plane, and a number of second upper cross points on another side of such axis extends below the first intermediate plane.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F28D 9/00 - Heat-exchange apparatus having stationary plate-like or laminated conduit assemblies for both heat-exchange media, the media being in contact with different sides of a conduit wall
  • F28F 3/04 - Elements or assemblies thereof with means for increasing heat-transfer area, e.g. with fins, with recesses, with corrugations the means being integral with the element

16.

A Heat Exchanger Plate Module, a Plate Heat Exchanger and a Process for the Production of the Plate Heat Exchanger

      
Application Number 18249300
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-10-11
First Publication Date 2023-12-07
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Strömer, Fredrik
  • Larsson, Håkan
  • Borg, Arne
  • Nilsson, Mats
  • Kockum, Henrik

Abstract

A heat exchanger plate module comprises a pressed heat exchanger plate and a flat plate, and a heat exchanger comprises plural of the modules. The plates comprise first and second longitudinal end portions each having a fluid port, and an intermediate heat exchange portion between the first and second longitudinal end portions. The plates further include a pressed corrugated pattern with alternating tops and bottoms in the thickness direction. The pressed pattern comprises in the first and/or second longitudinal end portions, a first fluid channel pattern leading fluid flow into the fluid port and/or a second fluid channel pattern bypassing the fluid port. In the intermediate heat exchange portion, a third fluid channel pattern fluidly communicates with the first and/or second fluid channel pattern and comprises longitudinally extending wave-shaped pressed lines that form discrete longitudinal extending fluid channels, when the pressed heat exchanger plate is attached to the flat plate.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F28F 3/12 - Elements constructed in the shape of a hollow panel, e.g. with channels
  • F28D 9/00 - Heat-exchange apparatus having stationary plate-like or laminated conduit assemblies for both heat-exchange media, the media being in contact with different sides of a conduit wall

17.

MODULAR CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATOR SYSTEM

      
Application Number 18029526
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-09-21
First Publication Date 2023-11-16
Owner Alfa Laval Corporate AB (Sweden)
Inventor Thorwid, Peter

Abstract

A modular centrifugal separator system is configured for separating a liquid feed mixture into a heavy phase and light phase. The system includes a base unit and a set of a first and a second exchangeable separation inserts. The base unit includes a stationary frame and a rotatable member. The rotatable member delimits an inner space configured for receiving at least one part of the first or second exchangeable separation insert therein. Each of the first and second exchangeable separation inserts includes a rotor casing forming a separation space and separation discs arranged in the separation space. The discs of the first exchangeable separation insert have a first area equivalent and the discs of the second exchangeable separation insert have a second area equivalent, which differs from the first area equivalent.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B04B 7/12 - Inserts, e.g. armouring plates
  • B04B 1/08 - Centrifuges with rotary bowls provided with solid jackets for separating predominantly liquid mixtures with or without solid particles with inserted separating walls of conical shape
  • C12M 1/00 - Apparatus for enzymology or microbiology

18.

Heat transfer plate with upper distribution ridges having corners of different curvature radius

      
Application Number 18253218
Grant Number 11946707
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-11-25
First Publication Date 2023-10-19
Grant Date 2024-04-02
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor Hedberg, Magnus

Abstract

A heat transfer plate comprises upper, center and lower end portions, the latter adjoining the center portion along an upper borderline and comprising first and second portholes and a distribution area having a distribution pattern. The distribution pattern comprises distribution ridges, a respective top portion of which extends in a plane and has rounded first, second, third and fourth corners. The distribution ridges extend along plural separated imaginary ridge lines from the upper borderline towards the first porthole. For each of a number of the distribution ridges extending along a top ridge line closest to the second porthole, the first corner's curvature radius is larger than the second corner's curvature radius, the first/second corners are on opposite sides of the top ridge line, the second corner is closer to the second porthole than the first corner, and the first/third corners are on the same side of the top ridge line.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F28F 3/04 - Elements or assemblies thereof with means for increasing heat-transfer area, e.g. with fins, with recesses, with corrugations the means being integral with the element
  • F28D 9/00 - Heat-exchange apparatus having stationary plate-like or laminated conduit assemblies for both heat-exchange media, the media being in contact with different sides of a conduit wall
  • F28F 3/08 - Elements constructed for building-up into stacks, e.g. capable of being taken apart for cleaning
  • F28F 3/10 - Arrangement for sealing the margins

19.

A HEAT EXCHANGER COMPRISING A PLATE PACKAGE AND A HOLLOW MANIFOLD

      
Application Number 17919874
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-03-30
First Publication Date 2023-06-01
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Nyander, Anders
  • Öhlin, Joakim

Abstract

The present invention relates to a plate heat exchanger comprising a plate package and a manifold both made of metal. The plate package comprises a plurality of heat exchanger plates stacked between end plates. The heat exchanger plates being sealed to each other and form alternating first plate interspaces for a first medium and second plate interspaces for a second medium. The plate package defines at least two port channels communicating with the first plate interspaces. At least one of the end plates define connection ports communicating with a respective port channel. The manifold defines a port opening, a distant opening and a flow passage extending between the port opening and the distant opening. The manifold being fixedly attached to one of the end plates such that the port opening of the manifold covers one of the connection ports. The manifold being made by additive manufacturing, moulding or casting.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F28D 9/00 - Heat-exchange apparatus having stationary plate-like or laminated conduit assemblies for both heat-exchange media, the media being in contact with different sides of a conduit wall
  • F28F 9/02 - Header boxes; End plates
  • B33Y 80/00 - Products made by additive manufacturing

20.

HEAT TRANSFER PLATE

      
Application Number 17769463
Status Pending
Filing Date 2020-11-04
First Publication Date 2023-05-25
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor Norén, Mattias

Abstract

A heat transfer plate includes a heat transfer area provided with a heat transfer pattern comprising elongate alternately arranged heat transfer ridges and valleys, a respective top portion of the ridges extending in a top plane and a respective bottom portion of the valleys extending in a bottom plane. The heat transfer ridges comprise ridge contact areas within which the ridges are arranged to abut an adjacent first heat transfer plate. Within at least half of the heat transfer area, the top portions of the ridges have a first width w1, and the bottom portions of the valleys have a second width w2, w1≠w2. The top portion of a number of first heat transfer ridges of the heat transfer ridges, within a respective first ridge contact area of the ridge contact areas, has a third width w3, wherein, if w1>w2 then w3w1.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F28F 3/04 - Elements or assemblies thereof with means for increasing heat-transfer area, e.g. with fins, with recesses, with corrugations the means being integral with the element
  • F28D 9/00 - Heat-exchange apparatus having stationary plate-like or laminated conduit assemblies for both heat-exchange media, the media being in contact with different sides of a conduit wall

21.

GASKET ARRANGEMENT, METHOD OF MANUFACTURING A GASKET ARRANGEMENT AND ASSEMBLY

      
Application Number 17919857
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-03-25
First Publication Date 2023-05-25
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Nyander, Anders
  • Gustafsson, Hélen
  • Bertilsson, Klas

Abstract

A gasket arrangement for a plate heat exchanger, a method of manufacturing such a gasket arrangement, and an assembly comprising such a gasket arrangement are provided. The gasket arrangement comprises a gasket positionable between first and second aligned heat transfer plates of the plate heat exchanger with a lower side of the gasket abutting the first heat transfer plate and an opposing upper side of the gasket abutting the second heat transfer plate. The gasket arrangement further comprises a projection projecting from an outside of the gasket. The projection comprises an outer part having a length extension and being arranged to extend outside the first and second heat transfer plates, and a first connection part, connecting the gasket and the outer part of the projection. The gasket arrangement further comprises an RFID tag which at least partly is embedded in at least the outer part of the projection.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F28F 9/02 - Header boxes; End plates
  • G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips

22.

A MECHANICAL SEAL DEVICE

      
Application Number 17918615
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-03-25
First Publication Date 2023-05-11
Owner Alfa Laval Corporate AB (Sweden)
Inventor Forsslund, Johan

Abstract

A mechanical seal device for a centrifugal separator includes a first seal ring including a first seal surface and a second seal ring including a second seal surface. The first and second seal surfaces are configured to face each other to form a seal, and at least one channel for a cooling fluid is arranged in the first seal ring. The at least one channel includes an inlet and an outlet. The outlet of the at least one channel is arranged at the first seal surface of the first seal ring. A centrifugal separator includes the mechanical seal device.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B04B 7/00 - Elements of centrifuges
  • F16J 15/324 - Arrangements for lubrication or cooling of the sealing itself

23.

A ROTARY POSITIVE DISPLACEMENT PUMP

      
Application Number 17914904
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-03-26
First Publication Date 2023-05-04
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor Cargill, Simon

Abstract

A rotary positive displacement pump includes a main body rotationally supporting two parallel, axially extending, shafts with gears in constant mesh condition, such that the shafts rotate in opposite directions. A rotor case body is connected to a front side of the main body and has a stationary interior pumping cavity, fluid product inlet and outlet openings, and two cylindrical rotor case hubs each receiving internally one of the shafts. A pair of rotors each have a rotor wing and a rotor drive element that is mounted torque proof on a rotor seat at an end region of one of the shafts. Each rotor seat pair has an axial abutment surface and a mounting surface. The pump also includes fasteners each engaging a mating section of one of the shafts and exerting an axial clamping force on one of the rotor drive elements against one of the axial abutment surfaces.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F04C 2/12 - Rotary-piston machines or pumps of intermeshing-engagement type, i.e. with engagement of co-operating members similar to that of toothed gearing of other than internal-axis type

24.

A CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATOR FOR SEPARATING A LIQUID MIXTURE

      
Application Number 17912930
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-03-17
First Publication Date 2023-04-27
Owner Alfa Laval Corporate AB (Sweden)
Inventor Larsson, Per-Gustaf

Abstract

A separation system for separating a liquid mixture includes a centrifugal separator. The centrifugal separator includes a stationary frame, a rotatable assembly and a drive unit for rotating the rotatable assembly relative the frame around an axis of rotation. The separator further includes a feed inlet for receiving a liquid mixture to be separated, a first liquid outlet for discharge of a separated liquid light phase and a second liquid outlet for discharge of a liquid heavy phase having a density that is higher than said liquid light phase. The rotatable assembly, includes a rotor casing enclosing a separation space in which a stack of separation discs is arranged to rotate around a vertical axis of rotation. The separation space is arranged for receiving liquid mixture from said feed inlet. The separation system further includes a container arranged downstream of said first and/or second liquid outlet for receiving discharged liquid phase, and a scale for measuring the weight of discharged liquid phase contained in said container.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B04B 11/02 - Continuous feeding or discharging; Control arrangements therefor
  • B04B 1/08 - Centrifuges with rotary bowls provided with solid jackets for separating predominantly liquid mixtures with or without solid particles with inserted separating walls of conical shape

25.

A CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATOR, AND A METHOD OF OPERATING A CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATOR

      
Application Number 17914479
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-03-31
First Publication Date 2023-04-20
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor Larsson, Per-Gustaf

Abstract

A centrifugal separator and a method of operating the separator are disclosed. The separator includes a centrifuge rotor having a rotor wall enclosing an inner space containing a stack of separation disks. The rotor includes an inlet for a product, a first outlet for a light phase of the product, and a second outlet for a heavy phase of the product. The second outlet includes a plurality of outlet channels extending along an inner side of the rotor wall from an outer region towards an inner region of the inner space. Each outlet channel transports a flow of the heavy phase from the outer region. The separator includes a plurality of temperature sensors provided at a respective outlet channel. Each sensor senses a temperature in the proximity of the respective outlet channel and provides a signal representing the sensed temperature.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B04B 1/08 - Centrifuges with rotary bowls provided with solid jackets for separating predominantly liquid mixtures with or without solid particles with inserted separating walls of conical shape
  • B04B 11/02 - Continuous feeding or discharging; Control arrangements therefor
  • B04B 13/00 - Control arrangements specially designed for centrifuges; Programme control of centrifuges

26.

METHOD FOR DETERMINING IF AIR IS TRAPPED WITHIN A CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATOR

      
Application Number 17796768
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-02-18
First Publication Date 2023-03-30
Owner Alfa Laval Corporate AB (Sweden)
Inventor Larsson, Per-Gustaf

Abstract

A method for determining if air is trapped within a centrifugal separator, the separator including a stationary frame, a rotatable assembly, a drive unit for rotating the rotatable assembly relative the frame around an axis of rotation, a feed inlet for supply of a liquid mixture to be separated, a first liquid outlet for discharge of a separated liquid phase and a second liquid outlet for discharge of a heavy phase having a density that is higher than said liquid phase. The rotatable assembly includes a rotor casing enclosing a separation space in which a stack of separation discs is arranged to rotate around a vertical axis of rotation. The method includes closing one of the first and second liquid outlets and restricting the flow from the other outlet; supplying feed to the feed inlet and measuring the flow to the feed inlet and the flow from the restricted outlet; comparing the flow as a function of time between feed inlet and the restricted outlet; and determining that air is trapped within the centrifugal separator if the measured flow as a function of time flow deviates between feed inlet and the restricted outlet.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B04B 1/08 - Centrifuges with rotary bowls provided with solid jackets for separating predominantly liquid mixtures with or without solid particles with inserted separating walls of conical shape
  • B04B 11/02 - Continuous feeding or discharging; Control arrangements therefor
  • B04B 13/00 - Control arrangements specially designed for centrifuges; Programme control of centrifuges

27.

A BEARING MEMBER FOR SUPPORTING A ROTATABLE AXLE

      
Application Number 17908371
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-03-11
First Publication Date 2023-03-09
Owner Alfa Laval Corporate AB (Sweden)
Inventor Eliasson, Thomas

Abstract

A bearing member for supporting a rotatable axle includes a bearing housing; at least one bearing inserted into the bearing housing, wherein the bearing is configured to receive a rotatable shaft extending through the bearing; and a tilting member arranged around the bearing housing. The tilting member includes a pack of annular discs forming a through hole for receiving the bearing housing, wherein each of the annular discs includes a plurality of apertures extending through each of the discs and wherein the tilting member further includes a sleeve element provided in each of the apertures for holding the annular discs together as a stack and for receiving a fastener for attaching the tilting member to the bearing housing or said stationary machine element. The bearing member further includes at least one fastening element extending through a sleeve of the tilting member and attaching the tilting member to the bearing housing.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B04B 9/12 - Suspending rotary bowls
  • B04B 1/08 - Centrifuges with rotary bowls provided with solid jackets for separating predominantly liquid mixtures with or without solid particles with inserted separating walls of conical shape
  • F16C 39/02 - Relieving load on bearings using mechanical means
  • F16C 27/08 - Elastic or yielding bearings or bearing supports, for exclusively rotary movement primarily for axial load, e.g. for vertically-arranged shafts
  • F16C 27/06 - Elastic or yielding bearings or bearing supports, for exclusively rotary movement by means of parts of rubber or like materials
  • F16C 23/08 - Ball or roller bearings self-adjusting
  • F16C 35/077 - Fixing them on the shaft or housing with interposition of an element between housing and outer race ring
  • F16C 19/18 - Bearings with rolling contact, for exclusively rotary movement with bearing balls essentially of the same size in one or more circular rows for both radial and axial load with two or more rows of balls

28.

CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATOR FOR SEPARATING A LIQUID MIXTURE

      
Application Number 17796767
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-02-11
First Publication Date 2023-03-09
Owner Alfa Laval Corporate AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Osman, Douglas
  • Larsson, Per-Gustaf
  • Thorwid, Peter
  • Königsson, Staffan

Abstract

A centrifugal separator for separation of a liquid mixture includes a stationary frame, a rotatable assembly and a drive unit for rotating the rotatable assembly relative the frame around an axis of rotation, wherein the rotatable assembly includes a rotor casing enclosing a separation space in which a stack of separation discs is arranged to rotate around a vertical axis of rotation. The rotor casing includes a mechanically hermetically sealed inlet for supply of the liquid mixture to the separation space; a first liquid outlet that is mechanically hermetically sealed and arranged for discharge of a separated liquid phase and a second liquid outlet that is mechanically hermetically sealed and arranged for discharge of a separated heavy phase, the heavy phase having a density that is higher than said liquid phase. The separator further includes at least one positive displacement pump arranged downstream of the second liquid outlet for transporting the separated heavy phase from the separation space and at least one positive displacement pump arranged downstream of the first liquid outlet for transporting the separated liquid phase from the separation space.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B04B 1/08 - Centrifuges with rotary bowls provided with solid jackets for separating predominantly liquid mixtures with or without solid particles with inserted separating walls of conical shape
  • B04B 11/02 - Continuous feeding or discharging; Control arrangements therefor

29.

A HEAT EXCHANGER PLATE, AND A PLATE HEAT EXCHANGER

      
Application Number 17799602
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-01-15
First Publication Date 2023-03-02
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor Romlund, Jens

Abstract

A plate heat exchanger comprises heat exchanger plates each comprising a heat exchanger area extending in parallel with an extension plane and comprising a corrugation extending from a primary level on one side of the extension plane to a secondary level on an opposite side of the extension plane. Four porthole areas enclose a respective porthole and comprise two first porthole areas comprising a respective annular base area around the porthole at the secondary level. Each first porthole area comprises a first annular ridge around the porthole and projecting from the annular base area to the primary level, and a second annular ridge around and at a distance from the first annular ridge and projecting from the annular base area to the primary level. The first and second annular ridges are through-broken by a number of depressions.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F28F 3/02 - Elements or assemblies thereof with means for increasing heat-transfer area, e.g. with fins, with recesses, with corrugations
  • F28D 9/00 - Heat-exchange apparatus having stationary plate-like or laminated conduit assemblies for both heat-exchange media, the media being in contact with different sides of a conduit wall

30.

Rotary positive-displacement pump

      
Application Number 35512258
Grant Number D0976962
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-01-19
First Publication Date 2023-01-31
Grant Date 2023-01-31
Owner Alfa Laval Corporate AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Kjaerulff, Lars
  • Cargill, Simon

31.

HEAT EXCHANGER WITH BAFFLE SUPPORT AND BAFFLE

      
Application Number 17936538
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-09-29
First Publication Date 2023-01-26
Owner
  • ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
  • ALFA LAVAL VICARB SAS (France)
Inventor Noël-Baron, Olivier

Abstract

A baffle support and a baffle for a block-type heat exchanger. The baffle support comprises a base plate extending in a first direction and a transverse second direction. The baffle support comprises a first pair and a second pair of projections extending from the front surface of the base plate to engage the baffle. The first pair of projections is located further in the first direction than the second pair of projections. The baffle comprises a mounting member at each transverse edge of a baffle plate. Each mounting member comprises at least one stop surface) facing a first longitudinal edge of the baffle plate. A baffle assembly comprising two baffle supports and a baffle.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F28F 9/007 - Auxiliary supports for elements
  • F28F 3/08 - Elements constructed for building-up into stacks, e.g. capable of being taken apart for cleaning

32.

A CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATOR

      
Application Number 17908066
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-03-11
First Publication Date 2023-01-19
Owner Alfa Laval Corporate AB (Sweden)
Inventor Eliasson, Thomas

Abstract

A centrifugal separator is configured for processing a product by separating a relatively, heavy component and a relatively light component therefrom. The centrifugal separator includes a spindle supported by a stationary frame, A drive unit acts on a rotating member mounted on the spindle to rotate the spindle. A centrifuge rotor mounted to the spindle encloses a separation space. An upper bearing housing is mounted to the stationary frame and supports bearings including an outer bearing ring attached to the upper bearing housing and an inner bearing ring attached to the spindle. The upper bearing housing is mounted to the stationary frame via an elastic member permitting the upper bearing housing and the spindle to move radially, and via an upper tilting member permitting the spindle to tilt during operation of the centrifugal separator.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B04B 9/12 - Suspending rotary bowls
  • B04B 1/08 - Centrifuges with rotary bowls provided with solid jackets for separating predominantly liquid mixtures with or without solid particles with inserted separating walls of conical shape
  • B04B 11/02 - Continuous feeding or discharging; Control arrangements therefor
  • F16C 23/08 - Ball or roller bearings self-adjusting
  • F16C 25/08 - Ball or roller bearings self-adjusting
  • F16C 27/06 - Elastic or yielding bearings or bearing supports, for exclusively rotary movement by means of parts of rubber or like materials
  • F16C 27/08 - Elastic or yielding bearings or bearing supports, for exclusively rotary movement primarily for axial load, e.g. for vertically-arranged shafts
  • F16C 35/077 - Fixing them on the shaft or housing with interposition of an element between housing and outer race ring
  • F16C 39/02 - Relieving load on bearings using mechanical means
  • F16C 19/18 - Bearings with rolling contact, for exclusively rotary movement with bearing balls essentially of the same size in one or more circular rows for both radial and axial load with two or more rows of balls

33.

SHAFT SUPPORT FOR SUPPORTING AN AGITATOR SHAFT AND AN AGITATOR

      
Application Number 17783412
Status Pending
Filing Date 2020-12-09
First Publication Date 2023-01-12
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor Bjerrisgaard, Søren Thorøe

Abstract

The disclosure relates to a shaft support for supporting a lower portion of a rotatable shaft of an agitator configured to be installed in a tank, the shaft support comprising a support ring with an inwardly facing bearing surface configured to form a slide bearing journaling a lower portion of the rotatable shaft, wherein the bearing surface has a non-circular shape in a plane having a normal parallel to the shaft axis.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16C 17/10 - Sliding-contact bearings for exclusively rotary movement for both radial and axial load
  • B01F 27/91 - Mixers with rotary stirring devices in fixed receptacles; Kneaders with stirrers rotating about a substantially vertical axis with propellers
  • F16C 17/02 - Sliding-contact bearings for exclusively rotary movement for radial load only

34.

METHOD FOR MOUNTING A STACK OF SEPARATING DISCS IN A CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATOR BOWL AND A TOOL

      
Application Number 17773225
Status Pending
Filing Date 2020-11-09
First Publication Date 2022-12-29
Owner Alfa Laval Corporate AB (Sweden)
Inventor Pitkämäki, Jouko

Abstract

A method for mounting a stack of separating discs in a centrifugal separator bowl comprising a bowl body and a bowl hood includes mounting and securing the stack of separating discs on a distributor; placing and rotatably fixing the distributor in the bowl body; mounting the bowl hood on the bowl body; arranging a compression tool for compressing the stack of separating discs; fastening the screw with a second threaded end in a first (threading) of the distributor; tightening said nut, in relation to said first threaded end of said screw in such a manner that said distributor is lifted to an upper position; fixing the distributor in its upper position; and dismounting the compression tool. A compression tool for performing the method includes a support, a screw and a nut in accordance to above. A centrifugal separator kit includes a centrifugal separator and the compression tool.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16B 5/02 - Joining sheets or plates to one another or to strips or bars parallel to them by means of fastening members using screw-thread
  • B04B 7/14 - Inserts, e.g. armouring plates for separating walls of conical shape
  • B04B 1/08 - Centrifuges with rotary bowls provided with solid jackets for separating predominantly liquid mixtures with or without solid particles with inserted separating walls of conical shape

35.

Rotary positive displacement pump

      
Application Number 35512217
Grant Number D0973722
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-01-19
First Publication Date 2022-12-27
Grant Date 2022-12-27
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Kjaerulff, Lars
  • Cargill, Simon

36.

Gasket and assembly for a plate heat exchanger

      
Application Number 17776962
Grant Number 11639829
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-10-20
First Publication Date 2022-12-22
Grant Date 2023-05-02
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor Sandgren, Martin

Abstract

A plate heat exchanger gasket includes an elongate body and a first number of elongate projections projecting from an upper side of the body and extending along the gasket's longitudinal extension. Each projection is defined by a top and two opposing flanks extending from the top. Referring to a cross section perpendicular to the gasket longitudinal extension, for each of a second number of unsymmetrical projections of the projections, a first area defined by an outer flank of the flanks, the body upper side and a normal of the body upper side extending through the top of the unsymmetrical projection, is smaller than a second area defined by an inner flank of the flanks, the body upper side and the normal of the body upper side extending through the top of the unsymmetrical projection. This normal is displaced from a center normal of the body upper side.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F28F 3/10 - Arrangement for sealing the margins
  • F16J 15/06 - Sealings between relatively-stationary surfaces with solid packing compressed between sealing surfaces

37.

EXHAUST GAS CLEANING SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CLEANING EXHAUST GAS AND USE OF EXHAUST GAS CLEANING SYSTEM

      
Application Number 17740860
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-05-10
First Publication Date 2022-11-17
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Mølgaard, Søren
  • Høy Hansen, Nick
  • Kruse Mortensen, Ruddi

Abstract

An exhaust gas cleaning system includes a particle filter device comprising a casing, plural hollow ceramic filter rods arranged at least partly inside a gas passage of the casing, and a gas inlet and gas outlet. The particle filter device guides exhaust gas from the gas inlet, through the gas passage and to the gas outlet. The particle filter device further comprises a perforated plate extending at least partly along the filter rods and partly blocking an exhaust gas flow path from the gas inlet to the gas passage. The perforated plate defines openings allowing exhaust gas to flow into the gas passage. The filter rods are gas permeable to allow exhaust gas to penetrate, during filtration, a respective wall of the filter rods and flow into the filter rods. A respective open upper end of the filter rods communicates with the gas outlet so exhaust gas leaves the casing.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F01N 3/022 - Exhaust or silencing apparatus having means for purifying, rendering innocuous, or otherwise treating exhaust for cooling, or for removing solid constituents of, exhaust by means of filters characterised by specially adapted filtering structure, e.g. honeycomb, mesh or fibrous
  • F01N 3/035 - Exhaust or silencing apparatus having means for purifying, rendering innocuous, or otherwise treating exhaust for cooling, or for removing solid constituents of, exhaust by means of filters in combination with other devices with catalytic reactors
  • F01N 3/029 - Exhaust or silencing apparatus having means for purifying, rendering innocuous, or otherwise treating exhaust for cooling, or for removing solid constituents of, exhaust by means of filters using means for regenerating the filters, e.g. by burning trapped particles by adding non-fuel substances to exhaust
  • F01N 3/023 - Exhaust or silencing apparatus having means for purifying, rendering innocuous, or otherwise treating exhaust for cooling, or for removing solid constituents of, exhaust by means of filters using means for regenerating the filters, e.g. by burning trapped particles

38.

GASKET, FLUID FLOW CONTROL VALVE AND METHOD OF CLEANING SUCH A VALVE

      
Application Number 17639721
Status Pending
Filing Date 2020-09-08
First Publication Date 2022-10-20
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Andersen, Jens Folkmar
  • Jensen, Otto

Abstract

A valve disc gasket for use in a fluid flow control valve includes a frustoconical, ring-shaped body part having a plurality of circumferentially distributed asymmetrical, through-going openings and/or slits and/or asymmetrical protrusions, wherein an internal surface of the respective asymmetrical through-going opening and/or slit forms a vane surface and/or wherein an external surface of the respective asymmetrical protrusion forms a vane surface, wherein the asymmetrical through-going openings and/or slits and/or protrusions are asymmetrical at least in the sense that respective through-going opening or slit and/or protrusion is asymmetric relative to any radial plane intersecting the respective through-going opening or slit and/or the respective protrusion. Also disclosed is a fluid flow control valve and a method for cleaning a fluid flow control valve.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16K 1/38 - Valve members of conical shape
  • F16K 1/46 - Attachment of sealing rings
  • F16J 15/06 - Sealings between relatively-stationary surfaces with solid packing compressed between sealing surfaces
  • F16J 15/16 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces

39.

CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATOR AND A METHOD TO CONTROL OF THE SAME

      
Application Number 17641524
Status Pending
Filing Date 2020-09-10
First Publication Date 2022-10-20
Owner Alfa Laval Corporate AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Borgström, Leonard
  • Törnblom, Olle

Abstract

A centrifugal separator for clarification of a liquid mixture into a heavy phase and a light phase, having a centrifugal separator bowl rotatable around an axis and encasing a separation space, and a sludge space radially outward of said separation space. The centrifugal separator bowl includes a hermetic inlet for feeding a liquid mixture to said separation space; a first hermetic outlet for a separated clarified light phase; and a second hermetic outlet for a separated heavy phase; a plurality of outlet conduits extending from an outer position in said sludge space to said second hermetic outlet. Each of the outlet conduits has a flow restriction in the form of a nozzle or vortex diode. A method to control such a centrifugal separator, in order to provide a stable flow through said outlet conduits, is also disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B04B 5/04 - Radial chamber apparatus for separating predominantly liquid mixtures, e.g. butyrometers
  • B04B 1/08 - Centrifuges with rotary bowls provided with solid jackets for separating predominantly liquid mixtures with or without solid particles with inserted separating walls of conical shape
  • B04B 11/02 - Continuous feeding or discharging; Control arrangements therefor
  • B04B 13/00 - Control arrangements specially designed for centrifuges; Programme control of centrifuges

40.

EXHAUST GAS CLEANING SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CLEANING EXHAUST GAS AND USE OF EXHAUST GAS CLEANING SYSTEM

      
Application Number 17641610
Status Pending
Filing Date 2020-07-30
First Publication Date 2022-10-13
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Mølgaard, Søren
  • Kruse Mortensen, Ruddi
  • Høy Hansen, Nick

Abstract

An exhaust gas cleaning system (1, 49, 77, 107), a method and a use are provided. The exhaust gas cleaning system is for cleaning exhaust gas (EG) onboard a ship and comprises an exhaust gas inlet (5, 79) for receiving the exhaust gas to be cleaned, and a scrubber (9, 51, 83) arranged to clean, in a scrubbing section (11, 53, 89) of the scrubber, the exhaust gas from pollutants. The scrubbing section comprises an exhaust gas inlet (19) for receiving the exhaust gas and an exhaust gas outlet (15, 57) for outputting the exhaust gas. The exhaust gas cleaning system further comprises a wet Electrostatic Precipitator (39) arranged to further clean the exhaust gas from pollutants after it has been cleaned in the scrubbing section. The wet Electrostatic Precipitator comprises an exhaust gas inlet (40) arranged in communication with the exhaust gas outlet of the scrubbing section for receiving the exhaust gas, an exhaust gas outlet (42) for outputting the exhaust gas, and at least one channel (38) arranged to convey the exhaust gas from the exhaust gas inlet to the exhaust gas outlet of the wet Electrostatic Precipitator. Also, the exhaust gas cleaning system comprises an exhaust gas outlet (7, 81) for outputting the cleaned exhaust gas. The exhaust gas cleaning system is characterized in further comprising a second number 1 of first ejection devices (43) arranged between the scrubbing section and said at least one channel (38), each of the first ejection devices comprising an ejection orifice facing the wet Electrostatic Precipitator (39) and being arranged to, when exhaust gas is flowing through the exhaust gas cleaning system, eject liquid towards said at least one channel to clean it from pollutants deposited by the exhaust gas when this is conveyed through said at least one channel.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F01N 3/04 - Exhaust or silencing apparatus having means for purifying, rendering innocuous, or otherwise treating exhaust for cooling, or for removing solid constituents of, exhaust by means of liquids
  • F01N 13/00 - Exhaust or silencing apparatus characterised by constructional features
  • F01N 3/01 - Exhaust or silencing apparatus having means for purifying, rendering innocuous, or otherwise treating exhaust by means of electric or electrostatic separators

41.

Wastewater treatment system and process

      
Application Number 17842405
Grant Number 11643349
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-06-16
First Publication Date 2022-10-06
Grant Date 2023-05-09
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor Heinen, Nicolas

Abstract

A wastewater treatment system and a wastewater treatment process, fluidly combining a one or more SBR (sequencing batch reactor) module/s, in which nitrification and denitrification of the wastewater are performed in sequences and one or more MBR (membrane bioreactor) module/s.

IPC Classes  ?

42.

Device for monitoring process equipment

      
Application Number 35511868
Grant Number D0961412
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-11-18
First Publication Date 2022-08-23
Grant Date 2022-08-23
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor Ebsen, Johnny

43.

CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATION SYSTEM AND METHOD OF OPERATING A CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATOR

      
Application Number 17630585
Status Pending
Filing Date 2020-07-03
First Publication Date 2022-08-11
Owner Alfa Laval Corporate AB (Sweden)
Inventor Larsson, Per-Gustaf

Abstract

A centrifugal separator includes a rotor, and a control system. The control system includes a first and a second pressure sensor arranged at first and second radial positions in a separation space of the rotor. The first and second pressure sensors are positioned to be submerged in process liquid during operation of the centrifugal separator. A control unit of the control system is configured to determine a parameter of the process liquid within the separation space during operation of the centrifugal separator based on measurements from the first and second pressure sensors.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B04B 11/02 - Continuous feeding or discharging; Control arrangements therefor
  • B04B 1/08 - Centrifuges with rotary bowls provided with solid jackets for separating predominantly liquid mixtures with or without solid particles with inserted separating walls of conical shape

44.

PLATE HEAT EXCHANGER, AND A METHOD OF MANUFACTURING A PLATE HEAT EXCHANGER

      
Application Number 17612730
Status Pending
Filing Date 2020-05-08
First Publication Date 2022-07-28
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor Romlund, Jens

Abstract

A plate heat exchanger and a method of manufacturing a plate heat exchanger are disclosed. The plate heat exchanger comprises plurality of plates, each comprising a central area with a corrugation of ridges and valleys extending between an upper level and a lower level. Each of four porthole areas comprises an annular flat area located at the upper or lower level. The plates comprise heat exchanger plates and an end plate. Each heat exchanger plate comprises four portholes through the respective porthole area. Each porthole area of the end plate is closed by a plate portion. A number of protrusions project from the annular flat area of the end plate to one of the lower level and the upper level. The protrusions, that project to the upper level, abut the annular flat area of the adjoining heat exchanger plate.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F28D 9/00 - Heat-exchange apparatus having stationary plate-like or laminated conduit assemblies for both heat-exchange media, the media being in contact with different sides of a conduit wall
  • F28F 3/04 - Elements or assemblies thereof with means for increasing heat-transfer area, e.g. with fins, with recesses, with corrugations the means being integral with the element
  • F28F 9/02 - Header boxes; End plates

45.

Method for joining metal parts

      
Application Number 17606566
Grant Number 11738414
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-05-08
First Publication Date 2022-07-07
Grant Date 2023-08-29
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Sjödin, Per
  • Walter, Kristian
  • Knutsson, Axel

Abstract

A method for joining a first metal part with a second metal part, the metal parts having a solidus temperature above 1100° C., includes applying a melting depressant composition on a surface of the first metal part, the melting depressant composition including a melting depressant component that includes at least 25 wt % boron and silicon for decreasing a melting temperature of the first metal part; bringing the second metal part into contact with the melting depressant composition at a contact point on said surface; heating the first and second metal parts to a temperature above 1100° C.; and allowing a melted metal layer of the first metal component to solidify, such that a joint is obtained at the contact point. The boron at least partly originates from a boron compound selected from any of the following compounds: boric acid, borax, titanium diboride and boron nitride. The melting depressant composition and related products are also described.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B23K 1/00 - Soldering, e.g. brazing, or unsoldering
  • B23K 35/36 - Selection of non-metallic compositions, e.g. coatings, fluxes; Selection of soldering or welding materials, conjoint with selection of non-metallic compositions, both selections being of interest
  • B23K 1/20 - Preliminary treatment of work or areas to be soldered, e.g. in respect of a galvanic coating
  • B23K 35/02 - Rods, electrodes, materials, or media, for use in soldering, welding, or cutting characterised by mechanical features, e.g. shape
  • B23K 35/30 - Selection of soldering or welding materials proper with the principal constituent melting at less than 1550°C
  • B23K 103/04 - Steel alloys

46.

Heavy phase liquid discharge element for a centrifugal separator, centrifugal separator and method for separating two liquid phases

      
Application Number 17610297
Grant Number 11660614
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-04-29
First Publication Date 2022-07-07
Grant Date 2023-05-30
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor Madsen, Bent

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to a heavy phase liquid discharge element, a centrifugal separator comprising the element and to a method of separating two liquid phases. The heavy phase liquid discharge element comprises at least one inlet opening on a first side of the heavy phase liquid discharge element, the at least one inlet opening being adapted to face an interior of the centrifugal separator, and at least two separate outlet channels defining an outlet on the second side of the heavy phase liquid discharge element, wherein at least a portion of each of the outlet channels overlaps with the at least one inlet opening, thereby forming a liquid pathway between the at least one inlet opening and the outlet defined by the at least two outlet channels through which the liquid can pass. By this design, pressure losses in the heavy phase liquid outlets can be decreased.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B04B 11/02 - Continuous feeding or discharging; Control arrangements therefor
  • B04B 1/20 - Centrifuges with rotary bowls provided with solid jackets for separating predominantly liquid mixtures with or without solid particles discharging solid particles from the bowl by a conveying screw coaxial with the bowl axis and rotating relatively to the bowl
  • B04B 7/08 - Rotary bowls

47.

Evaporative wet surface air cooler

      
Application Number 17133143
Grant Number 11761707
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-12-23
First Publication Date 2022-06-23
Grant Date 2023-09-19
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Shahrpass, Kevin
  • Pawlak, Christian
  • Andersson, Christian

Abstract

A wet surface air cooler (WSAC), including an evaporative spiral heat exchanger for flowing a process medium therethrough, a spray system for spraying a cooling medium directly onto the spiral heat exchanger and a fan for causing air to flow through the evaporative spiral heat exchanger, the combination of the sprayed cooling medium onto the evaporative spiral heat exchanger and the air flowing therethrough causes the cooling medium to at least partially evaporate to lower the temperature of the process medium.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F28C 1/14 - Direct-contact trickle coolers, e.g. cooling towers comprising also a non-direct contact heat exchange
  • F28D 5/02 - Heat-exchange apparatus having stationary conduit assemblies for one heat-exchange medium only, the media being in contact with different sides of the conduit wall, using the cooling effect of natural or forced evaporation in which the evaporating medium flows in a continuous film or trickles freely over the conduits

48.

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR EXTRACTING AN OIL FROM AN OIL-CONTAINING RAW MATERIAL

      
Application Number 17600932
Status Pending
Filing Date 2020-03-12
First Publication Date 2022-06-23
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Sarup, Bent
  • Costagli, Giacomo

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method and system of extracting an oil from an oil-containing raw material comprising the steps of providing a non-crushed oil-containing raw material, and treating the non-crushed oil-containing raw material. The treatment is performed by exposing the oil-containing raw material to vacuum, wherein the vacuum defines an absolute pressure of between 1 mm Hg and 150 mm Hg, and a temperature of between 0° C. and 45° C., and by subjecting the oil-containing raw material to crushing, simultaneously and/or subsequently to the step of exposing the oil-containing raw material to the vacuum, to provide a treated oil-containing raw material. By the method and system, high yield of oil with high quality can be obtained.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C11B 1/06 - Production of fats or fatty oils from raw materials by pressing
  • C11B 1/04 - Pretreatment of vegetable raw material
  • A23D 9/04 - Working-up

49.

A HEAT EXCHANGER PLATE, AND A PLATE HEAT EXCHANGER

      
Application Number 17593978
Status Pending
Filing Date 2020-03-11
First Publication Date 2022-06-02
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor Gustafsson, Jörgen

Abstract

A plate heat exchanger comprises a heat exchanger plate having a quadrilateral shape with two opposite primary sides and two opposite secondary sides, and a longitudinal central axis being parallel with the primary sides. The heat exchanger plate comprises a heat exchanger area having a corrugation of ridges and valleys. Four porthole areas are located at a respective corner of the heat exchanger plate and each comprises a respective porthole extending through the heat exchanger plate. An edge area extends around and adjoins the heat exchanger area and the porthole areas. The heat exchanger area comprises a main area and a local part area extending along one of the primary sides and adjoining the edge area and one of the porthole areas. The valleys of the local part area are tapering towards the longitudinal central axis.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F28F 3/04 - Elements or assemblies thereof with means for increasing heat-transfer area, e.g. with fins, with recesses, with corrugations the means being integral with the element
  • F28D 9/00 - Heat-exchange apparatus having stationary plate-like or laminated conduit assemblies for both heat-exchange media, the media being in contact with different sides of a conduit wall
  • F28F 13/08 - Arrangements for modifying heat transfer, e.g. increasing, decreasing by affecting the pattern of flow of the heat-exchange media by varying the cross-section of the flow channels
  • F28F 3/08 - Elements constructed for building-up into stacks, e.g. capable of being taken apart for cleaning

50.

METHOD OF CONTROLLING CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATOR AND CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATOR

      
Application Number 17431809
Status Pending
Filing Date 2020-02-05
First Publication Date 2022-05-05
Owner Alfa Laval Corporate AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Hagqvist, Peter
  • Häggmark, Carl

Abstract

A centrifugal separator and a method of controlling a centrifugal separator are disclosed. The centrifugal separator includes a separator rotor delimiting a separation space. At least one tube extends from at least one radially outer portion of the separation space towards a central portion of the separator rotor. The method includes inter alia changing a rotational speed of the separator rotor from a first rotational speed to a second rotational speed, such that a heavy phase accumulation at a periphery of the separation space is displaced in a circumferential direction.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B04B 9/10 - Control of the drive; Speed regulating
  • B04B 1/08 - Centrifuges with rotary bowls provided with solid jackets for separating predominantly liquid mixtures with or without solid particles with inserted separating walls of conical shape
  • B04B 11/02 - Continuous feeding or discharging; Control arrangements therefor
  • B04B 13/00 - Control arrangements specially designed for centrifuges; Programme control of centrifuges

51.

METHOD OF PRODUCING A LOW-FAT PRODUCT AND A SYSTEM FOR PRODUCING A LOW-FAT PRODUCT

      
Application Number 17298206
Status Pending
Filing Date 2019-11-21
First Publication Date 2022-04-21
Owner Alfa Laval Corporate AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Ludvigsen, Bent
  • Madsen, Bent

Abstract

A method of producing a low-fat product from a starting material made of a fat and/or oil containing plant- or animal item includes providing the starting material at a temperature of at least 35° C. and extracting a greater part of the extractable oil and/or fat originally contained in the plant or animal item from the starting material using a first decanter centrifuge. The first decanter centrifuge leaves a residue of solids and liquids. The residue forms the low-fat product.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C11B 1/10 - Production of fats or fatty oils from raw materials by extracting
  • B04B 1/20 - Centrifuges with rotary bowls provided with solid jackets for separating predominantly liquid mixtures with or without solid particles discharging solid particles from the bowl by a conveying screw coaxial with the bowl axis and rotating relatively to the bowl
  • B04B 15/02 - Other accessories for centrifuges for cooling, heating, or heat insulating
  • B04B 5/10 - Centrifuges combined with other apparatus, e.g. electrostatic separators; Sets or systems of several centrifuges

52.

A HEAT EXCHANGER PLATE AND A PLATE HEAT EXCHANGER

      
Application Number 17425454
Status Pending
Filing Date 2020-02-12
First Publication Date 2022-03-31
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor Romlund, Jens

Abstract

A plate heat exchanger and a heat exchanger plate for evaporation of a first fluid are disclosed. The heat exchanger plate comprises a heat exchanger area extending in parallel with an extension plane of the heat exchanger plate and comprising a corrugation of ridges and valleys. An edge area extends around the heat exchanger area. Portholes extend through the heat exchanger area and comprise a first inlet porthole for said first fluid. A peripheral rim surrounds the first inlet porthole and extends transversely to the extension plane from a root end to an edge. The peripheral rim has a circumferential length and comprises a flat or substantially flat portion. A restriction hole extends through the flat or substantially flat portion.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F28D 9/00 - Heat-exchange apparatus having stationary plate-like or laminated conduit assemblies for both heat-exchange media, the media being in contact with different sides of a conduit wall
  • F28F 3/04 - Elements or assemblies thereof with means for increasing heat-transfer area, e.g. with fins, with recesses, with corrugations the means being integral with the element
  • F28F 9/02 - Header boxes; End plates

53.

CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATOR

      
Application Number 17419342
Status Pending
Filing Date 2019-12-18
First Publication Date 2022-03-10
Owner Alfa Laval Corporate AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Pitkämäki, Jouko
  • Svensson, Stefan

Abstract

A centrifugal separator bowl, having a vertical rotational axis, the separator bowl defining a separation space, and including an upper bowl section having a first threading, the first threading having a first inner diameter and a first outer diameter and defining an upper surface, and a lower bowl section having a second threading corresponding to the first threading of the upper bowl section, the second threading having a second outer diameter and a second inner diameter and defining a lower surface. The upper surface of the first threading of the upper bowl section and the lower surface of the second threading of the lower bowl section form a screw connection. The upper surface of the first threading is inclined upward with a first angle from the first inner diameter to the first outer diameter and the lower surface of the second threading is inclined downward with a second angle from the second outer diameter to the second inner diameter relative to a horizontal plane extending perpendicular to the vertical rotation axis.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B04B 7/14 - Inserts, e.g. armouring plates for separating walls of conical shape
  • B04B 1/08 - Centrifuges with rotary bowls provided with solid jackets for separating predominantly liquid mixtures with or without solid particles with inserted separating walls of conical shape

54.

End-piece and plate heat exchanger comprising, and method of making, such end-piece

      
Application Number 17522379
Grant Number 11709025
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-11-09
First Publication Date 2022-03-03
Grant Date 2023-07-25
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Nyander, Anders
  • Bertilsson, Klas
  • Wictor, Clemens

Abstract

A method of making an end-piece for a plate heat exchanger, wherein the end-piece includes a frame part having inner and outer portions, and an intermediate portion arranged between the inner and outer portions, with the outer wall surface of the inner portion being arranged to face a first surface of a package of heat transfer plates comprising the plate heat exchanger, and the first surface having a center portion and a peripheral portion encircling the center portion. The method includes extruding the frame part with plural cavities in the intermediate portion of the frame part that extend in the extrusion direction of the frame part and that are parallel to the frame part axis, with outer dimensions of the outer wall surface of the inner portion configured to be at least as large as outer dimensions of the center portion of the first surface heat transfer plate package.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F28F 9/02 - Header boxes; End plates
  • F28F 9/00 - Casings; Header boxes; Auxiliary supports for elements; Auxiliary members within casings
  • B23P 15/26 - Making specific metal objects by operations not covered by a single other subclass or a group in this subclass heat exchangers
  • F28D 9/00 - Heat-exchange apparatus having stationary plate-like or laminated conduit assemblies for both heat-exchange media, the media being in contact with different sides of a conduit wall

55.

EXCHANGEABLE SEPARATION INSERT

      
Application Number 17296873
Status Pending
Filing Date 2019-12-09
First Publication Date 2022-02-24
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Höglund, Kasper
  • Thorwid, Peter

Abstract

An exchangeable separation insert for a centrifugal separator includes a rotor casing enclosing a separation space in which a stack of separation discs is arranged, and first and second stationary portions. A feed inlet supplies a fluid mixture to the separation space. The insert includes a light phase outlet and a heavy phase outlet. The feed inlet is arranged at a first axial end of the rotor casing. One of the light phase outlet and heavy phase outlet is arranged at a second axial end. A first rotatable seal seals and connects the feed inlet and a second rotatable seal seals and connects one of the light phase outlet and heavy phase outlet.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B04B 7/14 - Inserts, e.g. armouring plates for separating walls of conical shape
  • B04B 1/08 - Centrifuges with rotary bowls provided with solid jackets for separating predominantly liquid mixtures with or without solid particles with inserted separating walls of conical shape
  • B04B 9/12 - Suspending rotary bowls
  • B04B 11/02 - Continuous feeding or discharging; Control arrangements therefor

56.

Centrifugal separator and method for eliminating air locks in a centrifugal separator

      
Application Number 17296382
Grant Number 11311889
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-12-09
First Publication Date 2022-01-27
Grant Date 2022-04-26
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor Höglund, Kasper

Abstract

A centrifugal separator bowl includes a rotor casing enclosing a separation space in which a stack of frustoconical separation discs is arranged to rotate around a vertical axis of rotation, wherein the separation discs are arranged with the imaginary apex pointing to the axially lower end of the rotor casing; a feed inlet at the axially lower end for receiving the fluid mixture to be separated; a distributor for distributing the fluid mixture from the inlet to the separation space, the distributor being arranged for guiding the fluid mixture to be separated continuously from an axially lower position at the inlet to an axially upper position in the separation space. The separator bowl further includes a light phase outlet for discharge of a separated phase of a first density and a heavy phase outlet for discharge of a separated phase of a second density higher than the first density, the heavy phase outlet being arranged at the axially upper end of the rotor casing; at least one outlet conduit for transporting separated phase of the second density from the separation space, the conduit extending from a radially outer position of the separation space to the heavy phase outlet; the conduit having a conduit inlet arranged at the radially outer position and a conduit outlet at a radially inner position.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B04B 1/08 - Centrifuges with rotary bowls provided with solid jackets for separating predominantly liquid mixtures with or without solid particles with inserted separating walls of conical shape
  • B04B 5/04 - Radial chamber apparatus for separating predominantly liquid mixtures, e.g. butyrometers
  • B04B 7/14 - Inserts, e.g. armouring plates for separating walls of conical shape

57.

CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATOR

      
Application Number 17296604
Status Pending
Filing Date 2019-12-09
First Publication Date 2022-01-27
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor Höglund, Kasper

Abstract

An exchangeable separation insert for a centrifugal separator includes a feed inlet, a light phase outlet and a heavy phase outlet. Two of the feed inlet, light phase outlet and heavy phase outlet are arranged at a first axial end of the rotor casing. A first seal assembly seals and connects the two inlet/outlets to a corresponding inlet conduit and/or outlet conduits in the first stationary portion. The first seal assembly includes a rotatable part and a stationary part. The rotatable and stationary part are axially aligned and seal against each other. A first of the two inlet/outlets is arranged axially at the axis of rotation and a second of the two inlet/outlets is arranged axially outside of the first of the two inlet/outlets in such a manner that both the first and second of the two inlet/outlets are led through the rotatable part and the corresponding inlet conduit and/or outlet conduits are led through the stationary part of the first seal assembly.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B04B 1/08 - Centrifuges with rotary bowls provided with solid jackets for separating predominantly liquid mixtures with or without solid particles with inserted separating walls of conical shape
  • B04B 7/14 - Inserts, e.g. armouring plates for separating walls of conical shape
  • B04B 9/12 - Suspending rotary bowls
  • B04B 11/02 - Continuous feeding or discharging; Control arrangements therefor

58.

MODULAR CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATOR AND BASE UNIT THEREOF AND SYSTEM

      
Application Number 17296682
Status Pending
Filing Date 2019-12-09
First Publication Date 2022-01-27
Owner Alfa Laval Corporate AB (Sweden)
Inventor Höglund, Kasper

Abstract

A base unit and a modular centrifugal separator are disclosed. The base unit includes a stationary frame, a rotatable member, and a drive unit. The rotatable member delimits an inner space being configured for receiving at least one part of an exchangeable separation insert therein. The rotatable member is provided with a first opening at a first axial end configured for a first fluid connection of the exchangeable separation insert to extend through the first opening. The rotatable member includes a second opening at a second axial end configured for a second fluid connection of the exchangeable separation insert to extend through the second opening.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B04B 7/14 - Inserts, e.g. armouring plates for separating walls of conical shape
  • B04B 11/02 - Continuous feeding or discharging; Control arrangements therefor
  • B04B 9/02 - Electric motor drives

59.

CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATION SYSTEM AND METHOD

      
Application Number 17296714
Status Pending
Filing Date 2019-12-09
First Publication Date 2022-01-27
Owner Alfa Laval Corporate AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Höglund, Kasper
  • Thorwid, Peter
  • Königsson, Staffan

Abstract

A centrifugal separation system includes a centrifugal separator, a liquid feed mixture conduit, a light phase conduit, a heavy phase conduit, and a flow control system. The flow control system includes a controller, a flow control valve arranged in a light phase conduit, a liquid feed mixture measuring device, and at a light phase measuring device and/or a heavy phase measuring device. The controller is configured to control the flow control valve based on measurements from the liquid feed mixture measuring device and measurements from the light phase measuring device and/or the heavy phase measuring device.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B04B 13/00 - Control arrangements specially designed for centrifuges; Programme control of centrifuges
  • B04B 11/02 - Continuous feeding or discharging; Control arrangements therefor
  • B04B 1/08 - Centrifuges with rotary bowls provided with solid jackets for separating predominantly liquid mixtures with or without solid particles with inserted separating walls of conical shape
  • B04B 7/14 - Inserts, e.g. armouring plates for separating walls of conical shape

60.

CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATOR

      
Application Number 17296776
Status Pending
Filing Date 2019-12-09
First Publication Date 2022-01-27
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Höglund, Kasper
  • Thorwid, Peter

Abstract

A centrifugal separator for separation of a cell culture mixture includes a stationary frame, a rotatable assembly and a drive unit for rotating the rotatable assembly relative the frame around a vertical axis of rotation. The rotatable assembly includes a rotor casing enclosing a separation space in which a stack of separation discs is arranged to rotate around an axis of rotation. The rotor casing includes a mechanically hermetically sealed inlet and first and second mechanically hermetically sealed liquid outlets. The second mechanically hermetically sealed outlet is arranged at an axial end of the rotor casing opposite and arranged so that a separated cell phase is discharged at the rotational axis. The rotatable assembly includes an exchangeable separation insert and a rotatable member.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B04B 9/12 - Suspending rotary bowls
  • B04B 1/08 - Centrifuges with rotary bowls provided with solid jackets for separating predominantly liquid mixtures with or without solid particles with inserted separating walls of conical shape
  • B04B 7/14 - Inserts, e.g. armouring plates for separating walls of conical shape
  • B04B 11/02 - Continuous feeding or discharging; Control arrangements therefor
  • C12M 1/00 - Apparatus for enzymology or microbiology

61.

CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATION SYSTEM AND METHOD

      
Application Number 17296342
Status Pending
Filing Date 2019-12-09
First Publication Date 2022-01-27
Owner Alfa Laval Corporate AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Höglund, Kasper
  • Thorwid, Peter
  • Königsson, Staffan

Abstract

A centrifugal separation system includes a centrifugal separator, a liquid feed mixture conduit, a light phase conduit, a heavy phase conduit, and a flow control system. The flow control system includes a controller, a counterpressure generating arrangement connected to a heavy phase conduit, a liquid feed mixture measuring device, and a light phase measuring device and/or a heavy phase measuring device. The counterpressure generating arrangement includes a heavy phase receiving vessel and a heavy phase pressure control arrangement connected to the vessel. The controller is configured to control the heavy phase pressure control arrangement based on measurements from the liquid feed mixture measuring device and on measurements from the light phase measuring device and/or the heavy phase measuring device in order to control a heavy phase counterpressure in the heavy phase outlet passage.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B04B 11/02 - Continuous feeding or discharging; Control arrangements therefor
  • B04B 1/08 - Centrifuges with rotary bowls provided with solid jackets for separating predominantly liquid mixtures with or without solid particles with inserted separating walls of conical shape

62.

EXCHANGEABLE SEPARATION INSERT AND MODULAR CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATOR AND METHOD

      
Application Number 17296404
Status Pending
Filing Date 2019-12-09
First Publication Date 2022-01-27
Owner Alfa Laval Corporate AB (Sweden)
Inventor Höglund, Kasper

Abstract

An exchangeable separation insert, a modular centrifugal separator, and a method are disclosed. The exchangeable separation insert includes a rotor casing rotatable about an axis of rotation and a first stationary portion. The exchangeable separation insert includes a ring member which extends concentrically with the axis. The ring member is axially displaceable between a first position, in which the ring member abuts radially against the rotor casing and abuts radially, against the first stationary portion, and a second position, in which the ring member abuts radially against the rotor casing only, or against the first stationary portion only.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B04B 1/08 - Centrifuges with rotary bowls provided with solid jackets for separating predominantly liquid mixtures with or without solid particles with inserted separating walls of conical shape
  • B04B 5/04 - Radial chamber apparatus for separating predominantly liquid mixtures, e.g. butyrometers
  • B04B 7/12 - Inserts, e.g. armouring plates

63.

METHOD FOR SEPARATING CELL CULTURE MIXTURE

      
Application Number 17296766
Status Pending
Filing Date 2019-12-09
First Publication Date 2022-01-27
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Thorwid, Peter
  • Höglund, Kasper

Abstract

A method for separating a cell culture mixture utilizes a centrifugal separator including a stationary frame, a rotatable assembly and a drive unit for rotating the rotatable assembly relative the frame around a vertical axis of rotation. The rotatable assembly includes a rotor casing enclosing a separation space in which a stack of separation discs is arranged to rotate around an axis of rotation. The rotor casing includes a mechanically hermetically sealed inlet for supply of the cell culture mixture to the separation space and first and second mechanically hermetically sealed liquid outlets. The second mechanically hermetically sealed outlet is arranged at an axial end of the rotor casing and arranged so that the separated cell phase is discharged at the rotational axis.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B04B 1/08 - Centrifuges with rotary bowls provided with solid jackets for separating predominantly liquid mixtures with or without solid particles with inserted separating walls of conical shape
  • B04B 11/02 - Continuous feeding or discharging; Control arrangements therefor
  • B04B 7/14 - Inserts, e.g. armouring plates for separating walls of conical shape
  • C12N 5/071 - Vertebrate cells or tissues, e.g. human cells or tissues
  • C12M 1/00 - Apparatus for enzymology or microbiology

64.

MAGNETICALLY-COUPLED LIQUID MIXER

      
Application Number 17297008
Status Pending
Filing Date 2019-11-22
First Publication Date 2022-01-27
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor Føns, Michael Juhl

Abstract

A magnetically-coupled liquid mixer has axial and radial directions, and comprises: a drive mount to be secured to a wall of a mixing tank and having a stationary closed-end cylindrical casing arranged in the axial direction and configured for protruding into the tank, a tank-external drive rotor having a rotatable first magnet array and configured to be inserted in the cylindrical casing, and an impeller configured for being rotatably-mounted on the cylindrical casing and having a plurality of radially extending blades and a second magnet array. The first and second magnet arrays in an assembled state of the mixer are configured for enabling rotary torque to be transferred from the drive rotor to the impeller by magnetic coupling between the first and second magnet arrays. An upper portion of at least one blade is curved/angled in an intended direction of rotation to help move liquid axially downwards during impeller rotation.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B01F 13/08 - Magnetic mixers
  • B01F 7/22 - Mixers with rotary stirring devices in fixed receptacles; Kneaders with stirrers rotating about a vertical axis with propellers
  • B01F 3/08 - Mixing, e.g. dispersing, emulsifying, according to the phases to be mixed liquids with liquids; Emulsifying

65.

Exchangeable separation insert and modular centrifugal separator

      
Application Number 17296607
Grant Number 11358155
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-12-09
First Publication Date 2022-01-06
Grant Date 2022-06-14
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor Höglund, Kasper

Abstract

An exchangeable separation insert and a modular centrifugal separator are disclosed. The insert includes a rotatable rotor casing and a first stationary portion. The rotor casing delimits a separation space and includes frustoconical separation discs. The first stationary portion is biased in a first direction away from the rotor casing along an axial direction.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B04B 1/08 - Centrifuges with rotary bowls provided with solid jackets for separating predominantly liquid mixtures with or without solid particles with inserted separating walls of conical shape
  • B04B 7/08 - Rotary bowls
  • B04B 9/12 - Suspending rotary bowls
  • B04B 11/02 - Continuous feeding or discharging; Control arrangements therefor
  • B04B 7/14 - Inserts, e.g. armouring plates for separating walls of conical shape

66.

PLATE PACKAGE, PLATE AND HEAT EXCHANGER DEVICE

      
Application Number 17478224
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-09-17
First Publication Date 2022-01-06
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Strömer, Fredrik
  • Skoglösa, Anders

Abstract

A plate package for a heat exchanger device includes a plurality of heat exchanger plates with mating abutment portions forming a fluid distribution element in every second plate interspace thereby forming in the respective second plate interspaces two arc-shaped flow paths wherein a respective one of the two flow paths is divided into at least three flow path sectors arranged one after the other along a respective flow path. A plate and a heat exchanger are also disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F28D 9/00 - Heat-exchange apparatus having stationary plate-like or laminated conduit assemblies for both heat-exchange media, the media being in contact with different sides of a conduit wall

67.

METHOD OF CONTROLLING CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATOR AND CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATOR

      
Application Number 17291659
Status Pending
Filing Date 2019-12-09
First Publication Date 2021-12-30
Owner Alfa Laval Corporate AB (Sweden)
Inventor Königsson, Staffan

Abstract

A centrifugal separator and a method of controlling a centrifugal separator are disclosed. The centrifugal separator includes a rotor delimiting therein a separation space, an inlet for liquid teed mixture, a first outlet for heavy phase, a second outlet for light phase, and at least one channel extending towards a central portion of the rotor. The method includes separating liquid feed mixture into at least the heavy phase and the light phase in the separation space, and determining at the first outlet that a pressure build-up period has passed, and thereafter determining that an abrupt pressure change takes place at the first outlet, and controlling the centrifugal separator in response to the abrupt pressure change.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B04B 11/04 - Periodical feeding or discharging; Control arrangements therefor
  • B04B 1/14 - Centrifuges with rotary bowls provided with solid jackets for separating predominantly liquid mixtures with or without solid particles with discharging outlets in the plane of the maximum diameter of the bowl with periodical discharge

68.

FLUID HANDLING APPARATUS AND FLUID TANK SYSTEM

      
Application Number 17401882
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-08-13
First Publication Date 2021-12-02
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Savstrup Marstrand, Christian
  • Falster Hansen, Henrik
  • Martin, Denis
  • Hartvigsen, Alyce

Abstract

A fluid handling apparatus for ejecting fluid into a tank and draining fluid from the tank comprises: a fluid duct for draining/supplying fluid from/to the tank, the fluid duct configured for fluid communication with a tank opening at a tank bottom; a fluid inlet pipe for supplying fluid to the tank, the fluid inlet pipe extending at least partly through the fluid duct and configured to extend through the tank opening into the tank; a rotary fluid ejection device in fluid communication with the fluid inlet pipe; and a rotary drive shaft extending at least partly inside the fluid inlet pipe, the rotary drive shaft being rotatably connected to the rotary fluid ejection device. Also disclosed is a fluid tank system comprising a tank and a fluid handling apparatus, and a method for mixing beer or wort with solid hops material in a tank by a fluid handling apparatus.

IPC Classes  ?

69.

Heat transfer plate

      
Application Number 17291911
Grant Number 11359867
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-10-21
First Publication Date 2021-10-14
Grant Date 2022-06-14
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Norén, Mattias
  • Hedberg, Magnus

Abstract

A heat transfer plate comprises a first distribution area having a first distribution pattern, a second distribution area having a second distribution pattern, and a heat transfer area having a heat transfer pattern differing from the first and second distribution patterns. The first and second distribution patterns comprise distribution ridges and distribution valleys. Distribution ridges and distribution valleys of the first and second distribution patterns closest to the heat transfer area form end ridges and end valleys. The top portion of at least plural of the end ridges, along at least part of its longitudinal extension, has a second width exceeding a first width of the top portion of the remaining distribution ridges, and the bottom portion of at least plural of the end valleys, along at least part of its longitudinal extension, has a fourth width exceeding a third width of the bottom portion of the remaining distribution valleys.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F28D 9/00 - Heat-exchange apparatus having stationary plate-like or laminated conduit assemblies for both heat-exchange media, the media being in contact with different sides of a conduit wall
  • F28F 3/04 - Elements or assemblies thereof with means for increasing heat-transfer area, e.g. with fins, with recesses, with corrugations the means being integral with the element
  • F28F 3/08 - Elements constructed for building-up into stacks, e.g. capable of being taken apart for cleaning

70.

Exhaust gas cleaning system and method for cleaning exhaust gas

      
Application Number 17285732
Grant Number 11596896
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-10-01
First Publication Date 2021-10-07
Grant Date 2023-03-07
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Mölgaard, Sören
  • Leemreize, Casper

Abstract

An exhaust gas cleaning system comprises a first sub system including a scrubber unit comprising a scrubber arranged to wash the exhaust gas with a scrubber fluid, and a centrifugal separator arranged in communication with the scrubber unit for receiving the scrubber fluid after washing and separate it into a first and a second fraction, which second fraction is more polluted than the first fraction. The exhaust gas cleaning system further comprises a second sub system including a membrane filter arranged in communication with the centrifugal separator for receiving the first fraction output from the centrifugal separator and separating it into a third and a fourth fraction, which fourth fraction is more polluted than the third fraction. A method for cleaning exhaust gas onboard a ship involves cleaning an exhaust gas onboard a ship.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B01D 53/14 - Separation of gases or vapours; Recovering vapours of volatile solvents from gases; Chemical or biological purification of waste gases, e.g. engine exhaust gases, smoke, fumes, flue gases or aerosols by absorption
  • B01D 21/26 - Separation of sediment aided by centrifugal force
  • C02F 1/38 - Treatment of water, waste water, or sewage by centrifugal separation
  • C02F 1/44 - Treatment of water, waste water, or sewage by dialysis, osmosis or reverse osmosis
  • F01N 3/04 - Exhaust or silencing apparatus having means for purifying, rendering innocuous, or otherwise treating exhaust for cooling, or for removing solid constituents of, exhaust by means of liquids
  • C02F 103/18 - Nature of the water, waste water, sewage or sludge to be treated from the wet purification of gaseous effluents

71.

Heat transfer plate

      
Application Number 17290442
Grant Number 11499786
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-11-11
First Publication Date 2021-10-07
Grant Date 2022-11-15
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor Blomgren, Fredrik

Abstract

A heat transfer plate comprises a first end portion, a second end portion and a center portion arranged in succession along a longitudinal center axis of the plate. The center portion comprises a heat transfer area provided with a heat transfer pattern comprising support ridges and support valleys longitudinally extending parallel to the longitudinal center axis of the plate. The support ridges and support valleys are alternately arranged along a number of separated imaginary longitudinal straight lines extending parallel to the longitudinal center axis of the plate and along a number of separated imaginary transverse straight lines extending perpendicular to the longitudinal center axis of the plate. The heat transfer pattern further comprises turbulence ridges and turbulence valleys. At least a plurality of the turbulence ridges and turbulence valleys along at least a center portion of their longitudinal extension extend inclined relative to the transverse imaginary straight lines.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F28D 9/00 - Heat-exchange apparatus having stationary plate-like or laminated conduit assemblies for both heat-exchange media, the media being in contact with different sides of a conduit wall
  • F28F 3/04 - Elements or assemblies thereof with means for increasing heat-transfer area, e.g. with fins, with recesses, with corrugations the means being integral with the element
  • F28F 13/12 - Arrangements for modifying heat transfer, e.g. increasing, decreasing by affecting the pattern of flow of the heat-exchange media by creating turbulence, e.g. by stirring, by increasing the force of circulation

72.

Method for joining heat transfer plates of a plate heat exchanger

      
Application Number 17345655
Grant Number 11396037
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-06-11
First Publication Date 2021-09-30
Grant Date 2022-07-26
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Sjödin, Per
  • Walter, Kristian

Abstract

A method for joining heat transfer plates, comprising: applying a melting depressant composition on individual application areas of a first metal sheet, each application area comprising a mid-section and two end-sections; pressing ridges and grooves in the metal sheet, the ridges extending in a direction that extends between the end-sections of the application areas, such that the application areas are located on top of the ridges; bringing the metal sheet into contact with a second, pressed metal sheet, such that contact points are formed where the mid-sections of the application areas re located; heating the sheets until melted metal is formed at the application areas where the melting depressant composition is applied; and allowing the melted metal to solidify such that a joint is obtained at the contact points.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B21D 53/04 - Making other particular articles heat exchangers, e.g. radiators, condensers of sheet metal
  • B23K 35/32 - Selection of soldering or welding materials proper with the principal constituent melting at more than 1550°C
  • F28D 9/00 - Heat-exchange apparatus having stationary plate-like or laminated conduit assemblies for both heat-exchange media, the media being in contact with different sides of a conduit wall
  • B23K 35/02 - Rods, electrodes, materials, or media, for use in soldering, welding, or cutting characterised by mechanical features, e.g. shape
  • B23K 35/24 - Selection of soldering or welding materials proper
  • B23P 15/26 - Making specific metal objects by operations not covered by a single other subclass or a group in this subclass heat exchangers
  • F28F 3/04 - Elements or assemblies thereof with means for increasing heat-transfer area, e.g. with fins, with recesses, with corrugations the means being integral with the element
  • B23K 1/00 - Soldering, e.g. brazing, or unsoldering
  • B23K 35/00 - Rods, electrodes, materials, or media, for use in soldering, welding, or cutting

73.

Method for cleaning fuel oil for a diesel engine

      
Application Number 16330584
Grant Number 11511214
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-08-17
First Publication Date 2021-09-09
Grant Date 2022-11-29
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor Sawjani, Mitul

Abstract

A method for cleaning fuel oil for a diesel engine includes providing a fuel oil to be cleaned, supplying said fuel oil to be cleaned to a centrifugal separator, and cleaning said fuel oil in the centrifugal separator to provide a clean oil phase. The method further includes measuring the viscosity of the fuel oil to be cleaned before cleaning in said centrifugal separator or the viscosity of the clean oil phase, and regulating the temperature of the fuel oil to be cleaned based on said measured viscosity.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B01D 17/12 - Auxiliary equipment particularly adapted for use with liquid-separating apparatus, e.g. control circuits
  • B01D 17/02 - Separation of non-miscible liquids
  • B04B 5/12 - Centrifuges in which rotors other than bowls generate centrifugal effects in stationary containers
  • B04B 11/02 - Continuous feeding or discharging; Control arrangements therefor
  • C10G 31/10 - Refining of hydrocarbon oils, in the absence of hydrogen, by methods not otherwise provided for with the aid of centrifugal force

74.

Heat transfer plate and cassette for plate heat exchanger

      
Application Number 17258557
Grant Number 11821694
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-07-19
First Publication Date 2021-09-02
Grant Date 2023-11-21
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Norèn, Mattias
  • Nilsson, Johan

Abstract

A heat transfer plate includes a first bar engagement comprising a first recess and a first edge portion surrounding the first recess, and a second bar engagement portion comprising a second recess and a second edge portion surrounding the second recess. A part of the first edge portion extends from a first plane to a parallel third plane, and a part of the second edge portion extends from the first plane to a fourth plane. The second and third planes are on the same side of the first plane, the third and fourth planes are a distance from the first plane, and the at least a part of the first edge portion projects from a front of the plate. An edge of the first edge portion defines a first area and an edge of the second edge portion defines a second area, the first area fitting inside the second area.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F28D 9/00 - Heat-exchange apparatus having stationary plate-like or laminated conduit assemblies for both heat-exchange media, the media being in contact with different sides of a conduit wall
  • F28F 9/007 - Auxiliary supports for elements

75.

Separation disc for a centrifugal separator having spacing members with a triangular shape

      
Application Number 17316448
Grant Number 11660613
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-05-10
First Publication Date 2021-08-26
Grant Date 2023-05-30
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Nilsson, Sven-Åke
  • Thorwid, Peter

Abstract

A separation disc for a centrifugal separator is adapted to be included in a stack of separation discs inside a centrifugal rotor for separating a fluid mixture. The separation disc has a truncated conical shape with an inner surface and an outer surface and a plurality of spot-formed spacing members extending from at least one of the inner surface and the outer surface. The spot-formed spacing members are for providing interspaces between mutually adjacent separation discs in a stack of separation discs, and the plurality of spot-formed spacing members are tip-shaped and taper from a base at the surface of the separation disc towards a tip extending a height from the surface. A stack of separation discs, a centrifugal separator and a method for separating at least two components of a fluid mixture are also disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B04B 7/14 - Inserts, e.g. armouring plates for separating walls of conical shape
  • B04B 1/08 - Centrifuges with rotary bowls provided with solid jackets for separating predominantly liquid mixtures with or without solid particles with inserted separating walls of conical shape

76.

Centrifugal separator having an outlet channel of varying height

      
Application Number 17251267
Grant Number 11213831
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-06-12
First Publication Date 2021-08-12
Grant Date 2022-01-04
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor Borgström, Leonard

Abstract

A centrifugal separator having a device for the transformation of kinetic energy of a liquid rotating in a discharge chamber around a rotational axis to pressure energy includes a discharge element for the discharge of liquid out of the discharge chamber, which discharge element has a radially outer part shaped as a body of revolution about the rotational axis and is arranged to be located in a rotating liquid body in the discharge chamber, and at least one outlet channel formed in the discharge element and having an inlet opening located in a surface of the body of revolution and elongated in the liquid flow direction, the inlet opening connecting to the interior of an outlet tube via the outlet channel. The outlet channel has a defined axial height and a defined width which vary along their extension from the inlet opening to the connection to the outlet tube in such a way that a defined aspect ratio h/w decreases along at least a part of the extension of the outlet channel. A defined aspect ratio h/w is larger than 1 in an outer first part of the outlet channel and decreases to smaller than 1 in an inner second part of the outlet channel and the height decreases inwardly along the length of the outlet channel.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B04B 11/08 - Skimmers or scrapers for discharging
  • B04B 1/20 - Centrifuges with rotary bowls provided with solid jackets for separating predominantly liquid mixtures with or without solid particles discharging solid particles from the bowl by a conveying screw coaxial with the bowl axis and rotating relatively to the bowl

77.

Heat transfer plate and gasket

      
Application Number 17253643
Grant Number 11156405
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-06-17
First Publication Date 2021-08-12
Grant Date 2021-10-26
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor Blomgren, Fredrik

Abstract

A heat transfer plate comprises at least one first port hole area and opposing front and back sides, first and second planes defining the extension of the plate. Each first port hole area comprises a first port hole defined by an annular first inner edge of the plate, with the first inner edge consisting of first and second sections. Each first port hole area further comprises an annular first inner port portion extending along the first and second sections. The first inner port portion comprises, as seen from the front side of the plate, a number ≥1 of first support projections along the second section of the first inner edge, each first support projections comprising a first top portion extending in the first plane. The plate extends, within the first inner port portion and outside first support projections, at a distance ≠0 from the first and second planes.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F28D 9/00 - Heat-exchange apparatus having stationary plate-like or laminated conduit assemblies for both heat-exchange media, the media being in contact with different sides of a conduit wall
  • F28F 3/10 - Arrangement for sealing the margins
  • F28F 3/04 - Elements or assemblies thereof with means for increasing heat-transfer area, e.g. with fins, with recesses, with corrugations the means being integral with the element

78.

Valve controller and method of controlling a valve

      
Application Number 17049073
Grant Number 11725677
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-05-03
First Publication Date 2021-08-05
Grant Date 2023-08-15
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Priisholm, Thomas
  • Madsen, Karsten Schack

Abstract

A valve controller for a valve that comprises an actuator mechanically coupled to at least one flow controlling element. The valve controller comprises at least one pilot valve for controlling the position of the flow controlling element(s) by the actuator. The valve controller comprises a position sensor for obtaining a position signal indicative of the position of one of said at least one flow controlling element. The valve controller is configured to execute a configuration phase comprising establishing a pilot valve integer corresponding to number of pilot valves, and determining a tolerance criterion for the position signal based on the pilot valve integer. A valve arrangement comprising the valve controller and a valve. A method of controlling a valve comprising the configuration phase.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F15B 19/00 - Testing fluid-pressure actuator systems or apparatus, so far as not provided for elsewhere
  • F16K 31/124 - Operating means; Releasing devices actuated by fluid the fluid acting on a piston servo actuated
  • F16K 37/00 - Special means in or on valves or other cut-off apparatus for indicating or recording operation thereof, or for enabling an alarm to be given

79.

A PLATE HEAT EXCHANGER, A HEAT EXCHANGING PLATE AND A METHOD OF TREATING A FEED SUCH AS SEA WATER

      
Application Number 17057400
Status Pending
Filing Date 2019-06-04
First Publication Date 2021-07-01
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Andersson, Matz
  • Joensen, Hjalmar
  • Blomgren, Ralf
  • Wilhelmsson, Björn
  • Sloth, Jonas

Abstract

The present invention relates to a plate heat exchanger for treatment of a feed. The plate heat exchanger includes a plate package comprising a plurality of heat exchanging plates and defining a heating volume, a cooling volume and a plurality of process volumes. Each of the process volumes includes an evaporation section for evaporation of a part of the feed, a separation section for separating a non-evaporated part from an evaporated part of the feed, and a condensation section being arranged to condense the evaporated part of the feed. Each heat exchanging plate defines a first thermal interface between the heating volume and the evaporation section of a first process volume, a second thermal interface between the cooling volume and the condensation section of a second process volume, and at least one further thermal interface between an evaporation section and a condensation section of two adjacent process volumes.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B01D 1/22 - Evaporating by bringing a thin layer of the liquid into contact with a heated surface
  • F28F 3/08 - Elements constructed for building-up into stacks, e.g. capable of being taken apart for cleaning
  • F28F 3/10 - Arrangement for sealing the margins
  • F28D 9/00 - Heat-exchange apparatus having stationary plate-like or laminated conduit assemblies for both heat-exchange media, the media being in contact with different sides of a conduit wall
  • B01D 1/30 - Accessories for evaporators
  • B01D 5/00 - Condensation of vapours; Recovering volatile solvents by condensation
  • C02F 1/08 - Thin film evaporation

80.

CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATOR AND METHOD OF OPERATING A CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATOR

      
Application Number 16620167
Status Pending
Filing Date 2018-06-11
First Publication Date 2021-05-20
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor Larsson, Per-Gustaf

Abstract

A centrifugal separator includes a rotor arrangement and a drive arrangement. The centrifugal separator includes a generator for generating an electric current. The generator is configured for continuously generating a current during a full revolution of the rotor arrangement. The current is utilised for supplying electric current to a user of electric energy arranged in the rotor arrangement.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B04B 9/02 - Electric motor drives
  • B04B 13/00 - Control arrangements specially designed for centrifuges; Programme control of centrifuges
  • B04B 1/08 - Centrifuges with rotary bowls provided with solid jackets for separating predominantly liquid mixtures with or without solid particles with inserted separating walls of conical shape
  • H02K 19/20 - Synchronous generators having windings each turn of which co-operates only with poles of one polarity, e.g. homopolar generators with variable-reluctance soft-iron rotors without winding

81.

Plant and process for obtaining clear must from grapes and for vinification

      
Application Number 17112444
Grant Number 11807839
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-12-04
First Publication Date 2021-05-13
Grant Date 2023-11-07
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Ferrarini, Roberto
  • Rapilly, Carole
  • Franzoso, Marco

Abstract

A process for obtaining clear must from grape berries includes feeding grape berries into a plant, controlled addition of adjuvant and/or clarifying substances to said grape berries while the grape berries are still at least partially intact, centrifuging said grape berries, in such a way as to separate the liquid phase or must from the solid phase with at least one centrifugal separator device, extracting and collecting the solid phase in a respective storage container and settling and/or flotation of the liquid phase or must so that the liquid phase of said must and the solid residue are separated.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C12G 1/02 - Preparation of must from grapes; Must treatment or fermentation
  • C12G 1/022 - Fermentation; Microbiological or enzymatic treatment
  • C12G 1/00 - Preparation of wine or sparkling wine
  • A23N 1/02 - Machines or apparatus for extracting juice combined with disintegrating or cutting

82.

Separation disc for a centrifugal separator

      
Application Number 16607991
Grant Number 11660607
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-04-30
First Publication Date 2021-04-15
Grant Date 2023-05-30
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Hilding, Klas
  • Nilsson, Sven-Åke
  • Thorwid, Peter

Abstract

A separation disc for a centrifugal separator is adapted to be included in a stack of separation discs inside a centrifugal rotor for separating a fluid mixture. The separation disc has a truncated conical shape with an inner surface and an outer surface and a plurality of spacing members extending from at least one of the inner surface and the outer surface. The spot-formed spacing members are for providing interspaces between mutually adjacent separation discs in a stack of separation discs. The separation disc further includes at least one elongated rib extending from the inner surface to a height (h) that is less than the height (H) to which the plurality of spacing members extend. Further, at least one elongated rib extends from first position on the inner surface to a second position on the inner surface. The second position is at a radial distance that is larger than the radial distance of the first position, and the relation between the height of the elongated ribs (h) and the spacing members (H) are h/H>0.7.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B04B 1/08 - Centrifuges with rotary bowls provided with solid jackets for separating predominantly liquid mixtures with or without solid particles with inserted separating walls of conical shape
  • B04B 7/14 - Inserts, e.g. armouring plates for separating walls of conical shape

83.

Dewatering apparatus, systems, and methods

      
Application Number 16580602
Grant Number 11084747
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-09-24
First Publication Date 2021-03-25
Grant Date 2021-08-10
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Adams, Matthew Cody
  • Drescher, Ross Lee

Abstract

Aspects of the present application relate to dewatering methods, systems, apparatus, and associated components thereof. In one implementation, a plow for a sludge dewatering system includes a blade. The blade includes a leading edge, and a first wing swept downward in a vertical direction and outward in a first horizontal direction relative to the leading edge. The blade also includes a second wing swept downward in the vertical direction and outward in a second horizontal direction relative to the leading edge. The second horizontal direction is opposite of the first horizontal direction.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C02F 11/121 - Treatment of sludge; Devices therefor by de-watering, drying or thickening by mechanical de-watering
  • B01D 33/04 - Filters with filtering elements which move during the filtering operation with filtering bands or the like supported on cylinders which are impervious for filtering

84.

APPARATUS FOR DISPERSING PARTICLES IN A LIQUID

      
Application Number 17089410
Status Pending
Filing Date 2020-11-04
First Publication Date 2021-02-18
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor Vellaiah Retnaswamy, Ashok

Abstract

In one example, a liquid mixture nozzle for flowing a liquid mixture therethrough includes a body having a flow inlet and a flow outlet. The flow inlet is configured to couple to a first piece of piping and the flow outlet is configured to couple to a second piece of piping. The liquid mixture nozzle also includes a converging section having a decreasing diameter positioned adjacent the flow inlet, an orifice positioned at a narrow end of the converging section, an intermediate section having a constant diameter positioned adjacent the orifice, a diverging section having an increasing diameter positioned adjacent the intermediate section and the flow outlet.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B01F 5/02 - Jet mixers
  • E21B 21/06 - Arrangements for treating drilling fluids outside the borehole
  • B05B 1/02 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means designed to produce a jet, spray, or other discharge of particular shape or nature, e.g. in single drops
  • B01F 5/06 - Mixers in which the components are pressed together through slits, orifices, or screens
  • B01F 5/08 - Homogenising or emulsifying nozzles
  • B01F 15/00 - Accessories for mixers
  • B05B 12/08 - Arrangements for controlling delivery; Arrangements for controlling the spray area responsive to condition of liquid or other fluent material discharged, of ambient medium or of target
  • B01F 13/10 - Mixing plant, including combinations of dissimilar mixers
  • B05B 15/20 - Arrangements for agitating the material to be sprayed, e.g. for stirring, mixing or homogenising
  • B05B 7/08 - Spray pistols; Apparatus for discharge with separate outlet orifices, e.g. to form parallel jets, to form intersecting jets
  • B05B 7/14 - Spraying apparatus for discharge of liquids or other fluent materials from two or more sources, e.g. of liquid and air, of powder and gas designed for spraying particulate materials
  • B05B 15/65 - Mounting arrangements for fluid connection of the spraying apparatus or its outlets to flow conduits
  • B05B 1/26 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means with means for mechanically breaking-up or deflecting the jet after discharge, e.g. with fixed deflectors; Breaking-up the discharged liquid or other fluent material by impinging jets

85.

Wastewater treatment system and process

      
Application Number 16969366
Grant Number 11453605
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-01-17
First Publication Date 2021-01-28
Grant Date 2022-09-27
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor Heinen, Nicolas

Abstract

A wastewater treatment system and a wastewater treatment process, fluidly combining a one or more SBR (sequencing batch reactor) module/s, in which nitrification and denitrification of the wastewater are performed in sequences and one or more MBR (membrane bioreactor) module/s.

IPC Classes  ?

86.

Centrifugal separator having a rotary transformer and a user of electric energy

      
Application Number 16976114
Grant Number 11872568
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-02-19
First Publication Date 2020-12-31
Grant Date 2024-01-16
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor Larsson, Per-Gustaf

Abstract

A centrifugal separator includes a rotor arrangement and a drive arrangement. A user of electric energy is arranged in the rotor arrangement. The centrifugal separator includes a rotary transformer, the rotary transformer including a transformer stator and a transformer rotor. The transformer stator and the transformer rotor are arranged adjacent to each other with an airgap therebetween. The transformer rotor includes a secondary coil and is rotatable together with the rotor arrangement. The secondary coil is electrically connected to the user of electric energy arranged in the rotor arrangement for providing the user of electric energy with an electric current. The user of electric energy may be an actuator, and/or a sensor, and/or a control unit.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B04B 13/00 - Control arrangements specially designed for centrifuges; Programme control of centrifuges
  • B04B 9/02 - Electric motor drives
  • B04B 9/10 - Control of the drive; Speed regulating
  • B04B 11/02 - Continuous feeding or discharging; Control arrangements therefor

87.

Heat transfer plate and heat exchanger comprising a plurality of such heat transfer plates

      
Application Number 16500286
Grant Number 11226163
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-12-14
First Publication Date 2020-12-10
Grant Date 2022-01-18
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor Norén, Mattias

Abstract

A heat transfer plate includes a heat transfer area comprising alternately arranged ridges and valleys in relation to a central extension plane of the plate. The ridges form arrows comprising first arrows, which first arrows each comprises two legs arranged on opposite sides of, and a head arranged on, a respective one of a first number of imaginary straight lines extending across the complete heat transfer area parallel to a longitudinal centre axis of the plate. Each imaginary straight line comprises at least one primary portion along which at least three of the first arrow heads are arranged, uniformly spaced. A majority of the imaginary straight lines comprise at least one secondary portion each along which an extension of the ridges and valleys on one side of the imaginary straight line is parallel with the extension of the ridges and valleys on another opposite side of the imaginary straight line.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F28F 3/02 - Elements or assemblies thereof with means for increasing heat-transfer area, e.g. with fins, with recesses, with corrugations
  • F28D 9/00 - Heat-exchange apparatus having stationary plate-like or laminated conduit assemblies for both heat-exchange media, the media being in contact with different sides of a conduit wall
  • F28F 3/08 - Elements constructed for building-up into stacks, e.g. capable of being taken apart for cleaning

88.

Separating disc for centrifugal separator and disc package comprising such separating discs

      
Application Number 16093480
Grant Number 11426739
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-03-31
First Publication Date 2020-12-03
Grant Date 2022-08-30
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor Hagqvist, Peter

Abstract

A separating disc adapted to be included in a disc package of a centrifuge rotor of a centrifugal separator adapted for separation of components in a supplied medium. The separating disc extends around an axis of rotation and has a tapering shape along the axis of rotation. The separating disc further includes a plurality of distance members, wherein each distance member is formed by a pressed marks extending radially. The separating disc is provided with a guiding arrangement including a number of index positions for providing indexing of the separating disc in the disc package in a rotational position. The number of index positions is different than the number of the plurality of distance members.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B04B 7/14 - Inserts, e.g. armouring plates for separating walls of conical shape
  • B01D 45/14 - Separating dispersed particles from gases or vapours by gravity, inertia, or centrifugal forces by centrifugal forces generated by rotating vanes, discs, drums or brushes

89.

Centrifugal separator having energy consumption reducing devices

      
Application Number 16583703
Grant Number 11396026
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-09-26
First Publication Date 2020-11-05
Grant Date 2022-07-26
Owner Alfa Laval Corporate AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Thorwid, Peter
  • Isaksson, Roland
  • Hagqvist, Peter
  • Häggmark, Carl
  • Hillström, Lars

Abstract

The invention relates to a centrifugal separator comprising a casing which delimits and seals off a space in which a rotor is arranged. The rotor forms a separation space which is sealed or isolated from the space, and in which separation space centrifugal separation of a higher density and a lower density component from a fluid takes place. An inlet extends into the rotor for introducing fluid to the separation space, and a first outlet extends from the rotor for discharge of a component separated from the fluid. The space is connected to a pump device which is arranged to remove gas, thereby maintaining negative pressure in said space. The rotor comprises at least one second outlet extending from the separation space to the space for discharge of at least one higher density component separated from the fluid. The invention also relates to a method in such a centrifugal separator.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B04B 11/02 - Continuous feeding or discharging; Control arrangements therefor
  • B04B 7/02 - Casings; Lids
  • B04B 15/02 - Other accessories for centrifuges for cooling, heating, or heat insulating
  • B04B 15/08 - Other accessories for centrifuges for ventilating or producing a vacuum in the centrifuge

90.

Heat exchanger with sets of channels forming checkered pattern

      
Application Number 16083367
Grant Number 11079186
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-03-28
First Publication Date 2020-09-24
Grant Date 2021-08-03
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Walter, Kristian
  • Bertilsson, Klas
  • Strömer, Fredrik

Abstract

A heat exchanger includes a central body with a first set of channels and a second set of channels extending along a main direction through the central body, wherein, in the central body, in any cross-section across the main direction, the channels of the first and second sets form a checkered pattern in said cross-sections, wherein the heat exchanger further includes two inner transition portions, wherein, in respective inner transition portion, among the rows extending along a first direction, are every second, counted along a second direction, row provided with channels being along the main direction increasingly shifted in position in a first direction relative to the other channels such that the checkered pattern of channels is transformed into a line pattern.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F28F 9/02 - Header boxes; End plates
  • F28F 7/02 - Blocks traversed by passages for heat-exchange media
  • F28F 21/08 - Constructions of heat-exchange apparatus characterised by the selection of particular materials of metal
  • B33Y 80/00 - Products made by additive manufacturing
  • B23K 101/14 - Heat exchangers

91.

Control unit for a valve

      
Application Number 29669324
Grant Number D0896661
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-11-07
First Publication Date 2020-09-22
Grant Date 2020-09-22
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Lund Henriksen, Axel
  • Ebsen, Johnny

92.

Twin screw pump

      
Application Number 29673145
Grant Number D0896845
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-12-12
First Publication Date 2020-09-22
Grant Date 2020-09-22
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor Kjaerulff, Lars

93.

Twin screw pump

      
Application Number 29673152
Grant Number D0896846
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-12-12
First Publication Date 2020-09-22
Grant Date 2020-09-22
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor Kjaerulff, Lars

94.

Control unit for a valve

      
Application Number 29669335
Grant Number D0895446
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-11-07
First Publication Date 2020-09-08
Grant Date 2020-09-08
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Lund Henriksen, Axel
  • Ebsen, Johnny

95.

Control unit for a valve

      
Application Number 29669337
Grant Number D0895447
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-11-07
First Publication Date 2020-09-08
Grant Date 2020-09-08
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Lund Henriksen, Axel
  • Ebsen, Johnny

96.

Control unit for a valve

      
Application Number 29669341
Grant Number D0895448
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-11-07
First Publication Date 2020-09-08
Grant Date 2020-09-08
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Lund Henriksen, Axel
  • Ebsen, Johnny

97.

Control unit for a valve

      
Application Number 29669343
Grant Number D0895449
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-11-07
First Publication Date 2020-09-08
Grant Date 2020-09-08
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Lund Henriksen, Axel
  • Ebsen, Johnny

98.

Control unit for a valve

      
Application Number 29669357
Grant Number D0895450
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-11-07
First Publication Date 2020-09-08
Grant Date 2020-09-08
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Lund Henriksen, Axel
  • Ebsen, Johnny

99.

Control unit for a valve

      
Application Number 29669329
Grant Number D0895445
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-11-07
First Publication Date 2020-09-08
Grant Date 2020-09-08
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Lund Henriksen, Axel
  • Ebsen, Johnny

100.

Control unit for a valve

      
Application Number 29669360
Grant Number D0895451
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-11-07
First Publication Date 2020-09-08
Grant Date 2020-09-08
Owner ALFA LAVAL CORPORATE AB (Sweden)
Inventor
  • Lund Henriksen, Axel
  • Ebsen, Johnny
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