Specialized metallurgical processes – compositions for use therei – Compositions – Solid treating composition for liquid metal or charge
Patent
1997-10-30
2000-04-25
Andrews, Melvyn
Specialized metallurgical processes, compositions for use therei
Compositions
Solid treating composition for liquid metal or charge
75685, 75687, C22B 2100
Patent
active
060539593
ABSTRACT:
A salt flux composition comprising a standard purity salt and additives is used in the recycle of scrap aluminum to increase the recovery of aluminum. The additives include a carbon source, an alkaline agent and a fluoride source.
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Andrews Melvyn
Cargill Incorporated
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