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Method and apparatus for separating clay from coal fines

Patent ·
OSTI ID:6529056
An apparatus for use in separating clay from coal fines comprising a hopper having a sloped rear wall, a baffle mounted to the hopper and extending downwardly, a conveyor positioned along the rear wall of the hopper, and an overflow port located in the side walls between the baffle and the rear wall of the hopper. In particular embodiments the hopper includes a horizontal baffle extending from the first baffle and positioned below the overflow ports and an apron extending outwardly of the hopper from the rear wall. A method for separating a mixture of clay particles and coal fines is also described herein.
Assignee:
IFI; EDB-81-071420
Patent Number(s):
US 4230561
OSTI ID:
6529056
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English