They remove particulate matter and debris from process fluids and can be deployed as a single filter or as a graduated system of several strainers that consume less space and at a lower cost than other methods, such as filtration cartridges.
“Customers can now look to Garlock for an affordable and simple way to add filtration to their process flow,” Garlock Senior Product Manager Chris Hicks said in a news release announcing the new Garlock strainer gaskets in August.
“The infinitely configurable nature of our strainer gaskets means we can help regardless of what your filtration needs are, or what the custom nature of your processing equipment is.”
According to the company, Garlock strainer gaskets may be deployed as a single filter or as a graduated system of several strainers that consume less space and at a lower cost than other methods like filtration cartridges.
The strainer gaskets are come in a variety of materials and thicknesses, including the widely specified BLUE-GARD Style 3000.
Stainless steel plain mesh weave is standard, in 20, 40, 50, 60 to 1000 mesh. It is also available with dual layers (100 and 20 mesh) depending on filtration requirements. Other configurable options include:
- Nonstandard sizes. The gaskets are available in all shapes, including ring, full face, rectangular, with tabs or custom sizes.
- All sizes are available up to 30” ID.
- 1/8” overall thickness is the standard, but other options are available
- With or without a tab for gasket installation and location identification.
- Inner diameters range from 1.2 inches to 30 inches.
Garlock is a global leader in high-performance fluid sealing products for a range of industries, including chemical, refining, power generation and mining, as well as for pulp and paper, food, pharmaceutical, semiconductor and primary metals companies.
Gallagher Fluid Seals is proud to work with Garlock as a vendor. We’ve also featured their expertise on our blog quite often, including posts on Garlock’s work in the chemical processing and hydroelectric industries.