Liquid purification or separation – Processes – Treatment by living organism
Reexamination Certificate
2007-01-09
2007-01-09
Prince, Fred G. (Department: 1724)
Liquid purification or separation
Processes
Treatment by living organism
C210S259000
Reexamination Certificate
active
10960398
ABSTRACT:
An anaerobic digester for use in wastewater treatment systems having a fixed cover including a central tower for controlling gas and foam. A constant operating level is maintained in the digester by utilization of an overflow weir located in the tower. The fixed cover having an under flat surface that is in direct contact with contents of the digester. The tower has a number of spray nozzles that operably direct movement of foam toward discharge locations.
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Wells William J.
Wilson Mark D.
Black & Veatch Holding Corp.
McMahon John C.
Prince Fred G.
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