Abstract: A system for recovering silver from photographic film comprises a wash mixer adapted to hold the film and wash water comprising water, a proteolytic enzyme and a floculant. The mixer is adapted to rotate about its longitudinal axis and comprises spiral fins disposed at the inside surface thereof and a swivel joint coaxial with the axis of rotation.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
December 14, 1988
Date of Patent:
December 10, 1991
Assignees:
Mini Labs Limited, Ramparts Tractor Parts Limited