Patents by Inventor Luiz A. L. Brito

Luiz A. L. Brito has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Vacuum process for physical deodorization and/or physical refining oils and fats through direct condensation of the vapors
    Patent number: 4754613
    Abstract: An improved vacuum process is disclosed for use in treating vapors created during deodorization and/or physical refining of edible oils and fats. Vapors are condensed by contact with a saline solution which may be introduced at a temperature below the freezing point of pure water, the temperature being adjusted according to desired absolute pressure. Saline solution is recirculated through a flotation and cooling unit where a constant addition of salt and a purge of solution are made.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 19, 1986
    Date of Patent: July 5, 1988
    Assignee: Sanbra-Sociedade Algodoeira do Nordeste Brasileiro S.A.
    Inventor: Luiz A. L. Brito