Strainers

Small amounts of rust, scale, weld debris or other solids can create unnecessary wear once they move through a piping system. Strainers help remove this material before it reaches pumps, meters, control equipment and other sensitive components. With experience as a Strainer Manufacturer in USA, SVR Global provides solutions for routine pipeline protection, higher debris loads and systems that require dependable flow during maintenance. 

What is a Strainer?

A strainer is a pipeline component that removes solid particles from a flowing liquid, gas or steam stream. The process is straightforward: fluid passes through a perforated or wire-mesh element, while particles larger than the selected opening are retained inside the body.

Unlike fine filtration equipment, industrial strainers are generally used to catch larger debris that could interfere with equipment operation. The screen or basket is removable, so collected material can be cleaned out and the element returned to service.

Types of Strainers

Strainer Features

• Protects downstream equipment from rust, scale and pipeline debris

• Removable screen or basket for cleaning and routine maintenance

• Perforated and wire-mesh elements for different particle sizes

• Low-restriction flow path when the element is clean

• Drain or blow-off connections for removal of collected solids

• Configurations for liquid, gas and steam service

Strainer Specifications

Keeping Pressure Drop Under Control

A clean strainer should protect the system without creating unnecessary resistance to flow. As debris builds up on the screen or basket, the available open area becomes smaller and the pressure drop across the strainer begins to rise. That change is a practical sign that the element needs attention.

The amount of debris in the line and the expected maintenance interval both influence the strainer arrangement used. Basket designs provide more holding space for collected solids, while a duplex arrangement allows one basket chamber to be serviced while flow is directed through the other.

Industries Using Strainers

• Oil & Gas

• Petrochemical & Refining

• Power Generation

• Water & Wastewater

• Chemical Processing

• Marine & Offshore

• Mining & Mineral Processing

• Industrial Utility Systems