摘要 |
<p>An interstage separator is provided for transferring polymeric crumb from a first stage pneumatic conveyor with hot wet air, to a second stage pneumatic conveyor with cool dry air. The interstage separator is characterized by a tangential inlet for the crumb, and an enclosed separating chamber within which the crumb is separated from the first stage air stream. A transition member associated with the separator directs the crumb into a second stage air stream and, thence, to a second stage pneumatic conveyor. The interstage separator transfers the polymeric crumb from the first stage air stream to the second stage air stream without fouling of the associated equipment.</p> |