.~ Mechanical defibration in the presence of heated gas or gas under pressure
DEFINITION
Classification: 162/23
(under subclass 1) Processes in which the fibrous material is subjected simultaneously to a mechanical disintegrating or attrition step and a digestion in the presence of a gas at an elevated temperature or pressure.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
26, for processes in which the fibrous material is subjected to a simultaneous chemical treatment and mechanical defibration not in the presence of a gas.
63, for processes of fiber treatment in the presence of a gas, vapor or mist.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS
241, Solid Material Comminution or Disintegration, 18+, for other disintegration or comminution processes carried out in the presence of a gas or vapor.