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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Oct. 09, 2001
Filed:
Jan. 31, 2000
Ralf Gilgen, Velbert, DE;
Steag Aktiengesellschaft, , DE;
Abstract
A method and apparatus for processing or cleaning ceramic components that are contaminated with dust deposits are provided. Relative vibrations are generated between the ceramic components and the ambient atmosphere for dislodging dust deposits from the ceramic components. Dislodged dust deposits are collected and conveyed away for disposal or further use. To accomplish this, a screen base is disposed within a closable chamber. A first conveyor is disposed within the chamber below the screen base and leads to a transfer station. A mechanism for generating relative vibrations is disposed between the screen base and the atmosphere of the chamber. An enclosed second conveyor leads from the transfer station to a replacable receiving vessel. An infra sound producer is disposed within the chamber.