Dental amalgam separator

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2007-01-23

2007-01-23

Barry, Chester T. (Department: 1724)

Liquid purification or separation

With means to add treating material

With distinct reactor tank, trough or compartment

C210S206000, C210S208000, C210S521000, C210S263000, C210S265000

Reexamination Certificate

active

10952126

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus for the removal of mercury and other harmful substances from effluents produced in dentist offices is described. The apparatus involves a series of inclined plates upon which mercury reducing bacteria are present, and a subsequent alkaline pH precipitation chambers and an ion exchange chamber.

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