ONIS Quick Filters Changer device (QFC) developed by ONIS permit one operator to change in a few decades of seconds a conical strainer without using tools and permits saving equipment integrity, saving production time and the efficiency of the process (quality of filtration and optimal flow).
One cone strainer is on line while the other is on hold outside of the pipe.
As for an ONIS line blind, the gaskets are accessible for checks or change while the process is running.
As soon as the filter is clogged and the loss of flow is noticed, it is compulsory to shut off the upstream and downstream valve and function of the risk analysis to blind the pipe with upstream mechanical line blind. After draining the pipe, one operator will proceed as well as a standard ONIS Line blind: The flange spreading movement is generated by efficient and reliable synchronized eccentric shafts which allows the displacement of the drawer equipped with one or two tubes – strainers holders”.
This quick action clamping mechanism is self-locking and resistant to overpressure and vibration
In less than 1 minute, you perform the change of the perforated strainer without disassembling a pipe spool piece which requires a lot of stuff and staff.
When your process is back in production, the maintenance team has all the time to clean the clogged strainer.
Piping cones or flat strainers are used to protect downstream equipment. The purpose of these temporary filters is to avoid damage and clogging of pumps, compressors, boosters, or regulation valves in different applications such as oil, petrochemicals, chemical, steel, power, water, or food industries.