Apparatus for treating pyrophoric gases and toxic global warming gases

摘要

A mixing chamber (4) receives pyrophoric gas for mixing with oxygen prior to discharge into an upright housing (7) of the apparatus. Tubular members (14,15,20) within the housing define annular passageways through which the mixed gas and oxygen flow in a serpentine manner with reversal of flow direction promoting the precipitation of matter. A receptacle (13) is removably attached to the housing (7) for collection of matter with mounting means enabling periodic receptacle removal for cleaning. An enclosure (30) about a housing end includes a door (36) for access to the receptacle. Provision is made for ventilating of the enclosure to an exhaust conduit (33) during door opening to prevent escape of gas and particulate to the atmosphere. A modified form of apparatus includes a filter and chemical bed for further treatment of the flow.