Patent ID: 6199395
Filing Date: 2001-03-13
Classification: B01D,C02F,F25D

Abstract:
A condensate handling assembly comprising:a collection container for receiving and retaining condensate;a heating container for receiving condensate from said collection container;a heating device for raising the temperature of condensate in said heating container to pressurize the condensate in said heating container;a transfer conduit interconnecting said collection container and said heating container;a one-way valve disposed in said transfer conduit for permitting flow of condensate from said collection container to said heating container;a level sensor for sensing the level of condensate in said collection container and for activating said heating device upon the condensate in said collection container reaching a selected level;a discharge conduit extending from said heating container and in communication with a selected water reservoir; anda one-way valve disposed in said discharge conduit for releasing condensate from said heating container for flow to said reservoir upon pressure of said condensate in said heating container exceeding pressure in said reservoir.