There are lots of types of filter strainer available, which can be used in a range of industrial applications. For example, water is something that often needs to be filtered before it can be used and so there are many types of water filter strainer available. This allows water to be filtered in a variety of situations, from small scale domestic use (such as filter jugs for drinking water) to industrial use at water processing plants, for instance.

There are also liquid separator filters available that aid the process of separating liquid from a product. For instance, if you found that you needed to separate curds and whey in the cheese-making process, you would use a liquid separator filter to do this. They are quite popular in the food industry but can also be used for other applications, depending on your need.

Dust filter strainers are also available. These can be useful for many different purposes, from air conditioning units to filtering dust out of sensitive machines and computers, meaning that they can be used in lots of different industries where dust could potentially be an issue.

Many industries have a need for filtration solutions, including the food industry, water suppliers and manufacturing plants. The fact that good filtration solutions can mean the difference between whether or not a process is considered a success means that it’s vital good systems are put in place. One thing that can help here is the extended life filter bag.

Why should you use them as part of your filtration solution? As the name suggests, extended life filter bags last for longer than normal filter bags – up to five times longer, in fact. This can be beneficial for industries where continuity of production is important as it means the filter will have to be changed less often, meaning there’s less disruption to processes.

Also, you can find extended life filter bags available with micron ratings from 0.5-100 and made out of either polyester or polypropylene, meaning you can choose the one that works best for your purposes. The filter media is also able to hold more waste than regular filter bags, which is what allows it to be more efficient and longer-lasting, making extended life filter bags a good option for many filtration solutions.

Water filtration systems have a variety of purposes, from small scale home use, right up to industrial purposes. This range of uses means that there are different types of water filtration system available to suit different purposes. Read on to find out more about some of the main types of filtration systems available.

One important type of water filtration system is for a water treatment plant. As you might expect, this is on a larger scale to many other types of filtration system. The purpose here is water purification and this can be done with a range of filter types, depending on the need. For instance, types of filter include cloth filters, rapid sand filters and screen filters.

It is also possible to get filtration systems that are designed for ‘point of use filtration’. These types of system are often used in the home, such as in the form of filters on taps and in kettles, although they can also be on a larger scale for industrial use.

The third main type of filtration system is the portable system: sometimes, industries need to filter liquid in different locations. An example of this would be aid agencies that need to filter water in emergencies in order to reduce the possibility of disease.

Water filter cartridges are something that can be used in a variety of industrial processes which make use of water. But what is the job of a water filter cartridge?

Let’s look at an example on a small scale. For instance, many people make use of filter jugs for their drinking water. These use water filter cartridges to filter out impurities from the water, such as lead, copper and other contaminants that aren’t necessarily harmful but that can change the taste of the water.

A similar principle is applied to water filtration solutions on a larger scale. For instance, water filter cartridges have uses in swimming pools, aquariums and for irrigation, making sure the water stays fresh and uncontaminated so that it can achieve its purpose, whatever it may be.

It is possible, therefore, to buy water filter cartridges for a range of applications. There is a good choice available for industrial use so you will be able to find cartridges that match the equipment you are using. This is important as using the right water filter cartridge makes sure you get the best results possible. When working with something as important as water, this is absolutely paramount.

There are many reasons the food industry requires filtration solutions as lots of different food products require filtering before they are considered ‘finished’. For instance, grain that is collected needs to be filtered to separate the dust and chaff from the actual grain. Cheese-making requires filtration solutions to separate the curds and whey. Vegetable and animal oils need to be filtered in order to be made as pure as possible.

These are just a few examples of where filtration solutions are needed in the food industry, and so it is vital that the right materials are used in filters that are used to make such products. This is because the food industry has to conform to certain EC guidelines about the type of plastic that can come into contact with food and so food filtration solutions require more thought than some other industries.

Typically, filtration solutions for food items can be expected to include materials such as nylon monofilament mesh or polypropylene and polyester needlefelt, as these have been approved for use with food products. Food filtration systems should comply with ISO 9001 2000 standards to ensure quality and suitability for use.

A liquid separator is something that could be used in a range of industries, but what exactly is its purpose? To take a common example, imagine the curds and whey that form when making cheese from milk. The curds are the solid milk proteins, while the whey is the liquid. Typically in cheese-making, these will be separated and it is the solid curds that form the finished cheese product.

Without a liquid separator, this process would be much harder to complete and it would most likely have to be done by hand. This serves to highlight the utility of a liquid separator, especially in situations where it might otherwise be difficult to remove liquids from a solid or where there is a large amount of material to be processed.

A liquid separator works by using a centrifugal force. This forces the solids to drop down the sides of the machine while the liquids are sucked up into a vortex and then removed via an outlet. Other industrial uses could include removing water or other moisture for sand and grit that is to be used in construction or manufacturing projects.

Lots of different industries might find that they need to use a filter on their machinery. For instance, when refining petroleum, certain products need to be strained out of the crude product in order to create the finished article. When making paper, the pulp mixture needs to be strained. This is where filters come in and self-cleaning filters are a great option for many.

One of the main benefits of a self-cleaning filter is that it means production processes can be on-going; there is no need to interrupt them in order to clean out filters. This can lead to increased productivity, which businesses will naturally welcome.

Another benefit of a self-cleaning filter is that there is very little maintenance required in order to keep the item in good working condition. This helps to keep costs low at the same time as maximising output. The filter also doesn’t require any consumables, which makes it very practical and economic to run, and therefore for a range of applications.

There are a few different self-cleaning filter options available that have different flow rates, which you can choose according to your production needs.

Allied Filter Systems Ltd is pleased to announce a new range of Engineered products including self cleaning filters, strainers and solid-liquid separators.

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Allied Filter Systems has now launched a polyester high efficiency filter bag.

The high efficiency filter bag product range was previously only available in polypropylene, and is limited to use at temperatures under 100^oC. The polyester high efficiency bag can be used at temperatures in excess of 140^oC and perform to efficiencies of upto 99.98% at the stated micron rating (1-25 micron available). The product also meets EC directives governing plastics in contact with food, and is now being widely used in applications requiring absolute filtration at high temperature, which previously was only available using expensive cartridge filtration.

Allied Filter Systems Ltd is pleased to launch a 0.5 micron polyester needlefelt filter bag.

 The product is part of our extended life range of products, and has a fully welded construction including our ‘Welseal’ ring. The 0.5 micron bag has already been successful in applications previously dominated by expensive sub micron cartridges due to higher dirt holding capacities, longer service life and lower overall cost whilst maintaining the required filtration efficiency.

The 0.5 micron bag also meets EC regulations governing plastics in contact with food, and is now being used widely in the food and pharmaceutical industry.