Method and system for utilizing materials of differing thermal properties to increase furnace run length

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9850431
APP PUB NO 20140251785A1
SERIAL NO

14199030

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In one aspect, the present invention relates to a furnace having a heated portion arranged adjacent to an unheated portion. A plurality of straight tubes are formed of a first material and are at least partially disposed in the heated portion. A plurality of return bends are operatively coupled to the plurality of straight tubes. The plurality of return bends are formed of a second material and are at least partially disposed in the unheated portion. The first material exhibits a maximum temperature greater than the second material thereby facilitating increased run time of the furnace. The second material exhibits wear-resistance properties greater than the first material thereby facilitating wear-resistance of the furnace.

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AMEC FOSTER WHEELER USA CORPORATION585 N DAIRY ASHFORD RD HOUSTON TX 77079

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Myszka, Ronald T Saylorsburg, US 12 118
Young, Bruce T Mendham, US 7 4

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