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Development and investigation of a selective latex flocculant

Journal Article · · Coke Chem. USSR (Engl. Transl.); (United States)
OSTI ID:6427582
Investigations were made on the use of two synthetic latexes as selective flocculants in the flotation cleaning of coal. The most commonly used latex in the industry contained sodium dibutylnaphthalenesulfonate, which is a biologically ''hard'' emulsifier. It was determined that butadiene-styrene latexes may successfully be used as selective coal sludge flocculants. The most efficient was a latex synthesized using biodegradable emulsifiers--potassium soaps of disproportionated rosin with a small quantity of synthetic fatty acids. Also, it was concluded that the values of the ash level in the flotation concentrate and tailings could be controlled by regulating the latex consumption.
Research Organization:
Voronezh Plant of Synthetic Rubber, USSR
OSTI ID:
6427582
Journal Information:
Coke Chem. USSR (Engl. Transl.); (United States), Journal Name: Coke Chem. USSR (Engl. Transl.); (United States) Vol. 10; ISSN COKCA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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