Line strainers are another critical component of your automated system. Particulates in the liquid can clog nozzles or stop rotation, which results in insufficient cleaning and potential product contamination. Filtering the liquid with line strainers prevents clogging and also extends the wear life of downstream equipment including nozzles and pumps.

For fine straining, woven wire mesh screens provide very small openings to strain particulates down to 200 mesh (74 microns). The mesh screen should be made of stainless steel for strength and corrosion resistance. The screen is critical to the operation of the strainer, and an extra screen should be kept on hand for each strainer installed.

Tank wash lances are more than just an installation component. Lances ensure efficient delivery of the liquid to the nozzle. We design and fabricate lances for any of our nozzles to ensure trouble-free system performance and offer single-source convenience.

Lances are available in different lengths for optimal positioning within the tank. In many cases, nozzles are positioned so the spray impacts directly on the heavily soiled areas or skim lines.

Options

• Nozzle
• Pipe/tube size
• Flange type
• Lance length above and below
• Pipe fitting/connector
• Material

Integrate All System Components

To optimize cleaning performance all components – tank wash nozzles, pumps, motors, valves and strainers – should be integrated into an efficient system. Our sales engineers help solve tank cleaning application problems and integration issues on a daily basis. They are available for on-site, no-obligation consultation upon request.

For total tank cleaning automation, an AutoJet® Tank Cleaning System is an ideal solution. AutoJet Tank Cleaning Systems include pump/motor sets sized for best performance, inlet/outlet valves with pressure gauges and inlet strainers. Cycle timing control and chemical injection are optional features that enhance cleaning efficiency, effectiveness and consistency. The systems are easy to install, operate and maintain.