Inventors:
Robert A. Ramser - New Kensington PA
Daniel R. Barch - Natrona Heights PA
Kalman E. Buchovecky - Oakmont PA
Ray A. Kuchera - Rockdale TX
Assignee:
Aluminum Company of America - Pittsburgh PA
International Classification:
B01J 204
Abstract:
An improved apparatus for the production of particulate metal is disclosed. The apparatus includes a containment vessel having a sidewall and a bottom plate, a source of metal external to the vessel, nozzle means carried by the bottom plate and providing communication between the vessel and the external source of metal, and release means associated with the sidewall to inhibit deposition of the particulate metal on the sidewall.