U.S. Silica has been granted a patent for a proppant delivery assembly with a dust collection system. The assembly includes a cradle, proppant mover, chute, hood assembly, air mover, and manifold to efficiently dispense proppant while minimizing dust particles in the air. GlobalData’s report on U.S. Silica gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on U.S. Silica, U.S. Silica's grant share as of March 2024 was 55%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Proppant delivery assembly with dust collection for blender hopper
The granted patent (Publication Number: US11932503B2) describes a dust collection assembly designed to efficiently collect proppant dust particles during the proppant delivery process. The assembly includes a cradle for supporting containers of proppant, a proppant mover to carry the proppant away from the containers, a chute to direct the proppant to a blender hopper, and a hood assembly that creates a vacuum airflow to remove air containing proppant dust particles. An air mover powered by an engine generates a vacuum force near the blender hopper, while a manifold connects the hood assembly and the air mover.
Additionally, the dust collection assembly features multiple hood sections designed to capture dust particles in different volumes, with dust receptacles and dust enclosures strategically positioned to collect dispersed particles. The assembly also includes fans or blowers to draw air away from the blender hopper and towards the air mover, enhancing the dust collection process. A controller connected to the air mover allows for monitoring and adjustment of various parameters to optimize the capture and removal of dust particles near the blender hopper. Overall, the patented assembly offers a comprehensive solution for effectively managing proppant dust during delivery operations, ensuring a cleaner and safer working environment.
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