ФИЛЬТРУЮЩЕЕ УСТРОЙСТВО

Изобретение относится к фильтрующему устройству, в частности к масляному или топливному фильтру. Фильтрующее устройство содержит корпус, включающий стакан и крышку, в котором расположен кольцевой фильтрующий элемент, который на своем нижнем концевом диске содержит выступающий в осевом направлении штырь, посредством которого при смонтированном фильтрующем устройстве указанный элемент входит с взаимодействием в канал, расположенный в стакане корпуса фильтра. На стакане корпуса фильтра выполнен трубчатый куполообразный выступ, который при смонтированном фильтрующем устройстве входит с взаимодействием во внутреннюю полость кольцевого фильтрующего элемента. На свободном конце трубчатого куполообразного выступа выполнен направляющий контур, который взаимодействует с направляющим элементом, расположенным на кольцевом фильтрующем элементе. Направляющий контур содержит осевой паз, к которому при монтаже фильтрующего устройства подводится направляющий элемент и который расположен по отношению к штырю ...

Flüssigkeitssystem

Flüssigkeitssystem, insbesondere Kraftstoffsystem einer Brennkraftmaschine, aufweisend zumindest eine Rohleitung (10), einen Flüssigkeitsfilter (12) und eine Reinleitung (15), wobei die Reinleitung (15) einerseits mit dem Flüssigkeitsfilter (12) und andererseits mit einem Verbraucher (16) korrespondierend verbunden ist, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Reinleitung (15) über einen Leitungsfilter (17) mit einem Gehäuse (19) und einem Filtereinsatz (29) verfügt, welcher die in der Reinleitung (15) enthaltenen Verunreinigungen aus der Flüssigkeit ausfiltert.

Pressure leaf filter with shell - and hydraulic cylinders for filtering slurries

Pressure leaf filter has shell mounted on rollers or wheels. The leaves are mounted on a shaft or support attached to the foundation. The shell is attached to two hydraulic cylinders, one either side which push it onto a conical sealing face. The shell is rapidly removed for cleaning and maintenance by operation of the cylinders and is easily replaced. Used for filtering slurries under pressure esp. those contg. fine material. The shell has a cylindrical, bell type construction.

Inlet device for filter for liquids, e.g. cold lubricants, comprises filter housing containing vertically hanging filter tube, with motor drive to provide automatic supply of clean tube section to filtration region

In a filter having a filter housing (8), a motor drive, a filter inlet and a filter tube (1), a partial section of the tube hangs vertically from a reel (7), turning roller or transporting roll in the upper part of the housing. A side or top inlet (4) for liquid (2) to be filtered passes through the tube wall into the tube interior. When the section of tube in the filtration region has become soiled, a cleaner section of tube is automatically transported into the filtration region by the motor drive.

Attachment connected to an engine housing by way of a pintle

A lubricant filter housing is connected to an internal combustion engine by way of a pintle. In this, the axis of the pintle runs inclined to the main axis of the filter housing. In this way, the filter housing can be pushed onto the pintle with optimum accessibility and is then rotated through 180@ about its main axis, as a result of which the centre of gravity of the filter housing is moved in the direction of the engine housing or of the centre point of the connecting flange. In this way, an arrangement beneficial to the vibration dynamics is obtained.

ÖLFILTERANORDNUNG

FILTEREINSATZVORRICHTUNG

VORRICHTUNG ZUM FILTRIEREN VON VERUNREINIGTEN FLÜSSIGKEITEN

Pressure-free permanent filter, for purifying cold lubricant, having sealed outer shell and hollow cylindrical filter basket cleanable by back-rinsing without interrupting the filtration cycle

In a pressure-free permanent filter comprising (a) an outer shell (13) forming a sealed connection with the upper parts of the filter (or having two releasable housing parts forming a sealed connection), with inlet, dirt backflow and outlet openings, and (b) a hollow cylindrical filter basket (11) through which cold lubricant flows radially, with a back-rinse opening, (i) one of the upper parts connecting with the outer shell can be dismantled, (ii) the filter basket is interchangeable, (iii) the pure water backflow is adjustably variable and (iv) the upper part includes a rotating back-rinse device.

Filtervorrichtung

Offenbart ist eine Filtervorrichtung, insbesondere ein Trapezmuldenfilter, für Kühl- und/oder Schmierstoffe. Diese hat einen Filterbehälter, in dem zwischen zwei Längsseiten mehrere Trennplatten angeordnet sind. Diese bilden zusammen mit den Längsseiten einen Schmutzflüssigkeitsraum aus. In den Trennplatten sind dabei eine Vielzahl von Öffnungen eingebracht, die von einem Filter bedeckt sind, und über die die zu filternde Flüssigkeit von dem Schmutzflüssigkeitraum zu einem Reinflüssigkeitsraum strömen kann. Die Trennplatten sind dabei derart angeordnet, dass in dem Schmutzflüssigkeitsraum eine vergleichsweise hohe Flüssigkeitssäule einer zu filternden Flüssigkeit ausbildbar ist.

Filtriervorrichtung

Improvements in or relating to screen changers

Improvements in or relating to filter

... 754,023. Filters. SPARKLER MFG. CO. May 26, 1954 [June 15, 1953], No. 15529/54. Class 46. A tank body 10 is mounted on grooved wheels 12, Figs. 1 and 2 (not shown), at one end and on driving gears 13 at the other. When released from a cover-plate 17 secured to a platform 16 the body 10 may be retracted to the left - by an electric motor 22 mounted on the body and driving, through sprockets and chains, the gears 13 on racks 15 also mounted on the platform. -Limit switches 31, 32 provided on the tank 10 co-operate with stops 33, 37 respectively on the platform 16. The cover-plate and tank body are secured together by engagement of bolts 38 in slots in a ring 40 on the tank body; the bolts can be swung into and out of position by a cam ring 39 mounted on the coverplate. On release of filter pressure the body is motor driven to the right until limit-switch 32 is operated by stop 37. The bolts 38 are then released and the tank body retracted to the left. An inlet pipe 20 is secured in the cover ...

Filter

A filter comprises a perforated head 10 to which a vacuum is applied via a pipe 11. Filtering material is provided by a web 13. As the bead 10 moves down toward the liquid in a container 19, it punches out a piece of filtering material which is retained in position by the vacuum. The liquid is drawn up by the vacuum and filtrate passes along the pipe 12. After filtering the head 10 is moved upwards and compressed air is delivered to the head through inlet 18' and also to a ring nozzle 17, 18 to blow off the used filter material. Web 13 is then indexed to provide a clean piece of filter material, while a conveyor delivers a further container 19. ...

Water purifier

A water purifier that assures easier change of a used filter comprises a base, at least one filter replaceably attached to the base and including a first end with a first fluid port and a second end with a second fluid port, a first connector supporting the first end of the filter in a separable manner and including a connector port connected to the first fluid port of the filter, a second connector spaced apart from the first connector to accomodate the filter therebetween and including a bore aligned with the second fluid port of the filter, a spool fitted into the bore of the second connector for movement between an extended position allowing fluid flow and a contracted position preventing fluid flow, and a spool actuator for slidingly moving the spool between the extended position and the contracted position.

APPARATUS FOR FILTERING FLUIDS

... 1506647 Filters BRUNSWICK CORP 22 April 1975 [25 April 1974] 16577/75 Heading BID A filter e.g. for filtering radioactive particles from coolants for nuclear reactors, comprises outward-flow filter cartridge 14 which is moved into and out of filter housing 11 by elongated means 21 operated from a position outside concrete structure 24 containing the housing 11. When filtering is being performed, housing 11 is closed by valve 16 operable by wheel 16a and nut 37 is adjacent housing 11 so that the aperture 35a in the top of housing 11 is sealed by seal 38. To remove cartridge 14, the valve 16 and gate 30 are opened, the nut 37 is unscrewed and means 21 is pushed downwards to place the cartridge 14 into bag 76 and then into cask 20 positioned on carriage 27 in tunnel 25. Means 21 is detached from cartridge 14 by further downward displacement and rotation of means 21 relative to cartridge 14 to release lugs 30' from shoulders 31. Means 21 is raised, the carriage 27 and cask 20 are withdrawn ...

FILTERSACKANLAGE ZUR ABSCHEIDUNG VON FESTSTOFFEN AUS ABWASSER

Filter bag installation for separating solids out of waste water

Filter bag installation for separating solids out of untreated waste water, in particular out of the untreated waste water from remote objects, which has a preferably slightly inclined pipe with an inlet line for the untreated waste water and an outlet line for the cleaned waste water and a plurality of filter bags arranged in the pipe, the feed line in the pipe being designed with two passages, a plurality of filter bags being secured in each passage to connection pieces directed vertically downward, and it being possible for the passages to be closed off alternately. ...

FILTER DEVICE

FLUID FILTER WITH A ENTLEERUNGSVORRICHTUNG

FILTERING UNIT FOR LIQUIDS

COMPACT FILTERELEMENT

FLUID FILTER WITH OUTSIDE ONE AND INSIDE COVERING

FLUID FILTER SYSTEM

FILTERPRESSE FOR THE FLUSSIGKEITSABTRENNUNG FROM DREDGING UP TO A HIGH SOLID CONTENT.

FILTER DEVICE.

FLUID FILTER WITH A RECEIVER AND A TO IT ARRANGEMENT OF A VERTICAL FILTER CARTRIDGE WAVE PROPEL-CASH FILTER CARTRIDGE.

FILTRATION AND/OR DRAIN DEVICE, PROCEDURE FOR FILTERING AND/OR DISCHARGING AND USE OF THE DEVICE

FILTER, IN PARTICULAR FOR CLEANING LUBRICATING OIL OF AN INTERNAL-COMBUSTION ENGINE

DEVICE FOR FILTERING POLLUTED LIQUIDS

Filter assembly

Filter device for filtering drinking water

The invention relates to a filter device (1) for filtering drinking water, having a connection device (2), on which a receiving part (10) for connection of a filter cartridge (20) is pivotably mounted, the receiving part (10) having a wall (13) that is rotationally symmetrical at least in sections and that forms a convex sliding surfface at which feed and return channels (16, 17) for the drinking water to be filtered open out into a filter connection formed in the receiving part (10), the wall (13) bearing sealingly against an inner wall (9) of the connection device (2), which inner wall is curved coaxially relative to said wall at least in some sections, and connection openings (3, 4) for a feed and return of the drinking water to be filtered opening out at the inner wall (9), and the receiving part (10) being pivotable into a working position (A), in which the mouths (18) of the feed and return channels (16, 17) lie sealingly over the associated connection openings (3, 4) in the inner ...

Collapsible protective cover for a filter

EXTENSION AND LOCKING ASSEMBLY FOR DRIPLESS FILTER ELEMENT AND CONTAINER THEREFORE

A filter assembly (30) includes housing body (32) and a cover (34) enclosing a replaceable filter element (36). A support core (36) in the housing body (32) includes an extension and locking assembly (70). The element (36) includes a ring of filtration media (120) with a pair of end caps (114, 122). One end cap (122) includes a central opening (124) such that the element (36) can be received over the support core (56). The extension and locking assembly (70) operates to prevent the cover (34) from being attached to the housing body (32) without a proper filter element installed. The extension and locking assembly (70) includes a bypass member (76) and a locking member (74), which are slideably located relative to each other and spring biased outwardly from the support core (56). The locking member (74) urges the bypass member (76) against a step (68) in the support core (56) to maintain the extension and locking assembly (70) in an outward position. The other end cap (114) of the filter ...

POLYMER FILTRATION APPARATUS

POLYMER FILTRATION APPARATUS Polymer filtration apparatus comprising a body having a pair of upstream passages each terminating at a slide channel and a pair of downstream passages respectively opposing the upstream passages, and a slide member in the channel having apertures for a pair of replaceable filters each normally communicating between an upstream passage and a downstream passage. The extents of the channel surfaces between the pairs of passages and between each passage and the exterior of the body, and the extents of the filter apertures on the slide member are related so that one filter remains active when the slide member is in position for replacing the other filter. After a filter has been replaced the new filter may be prefilled without pressure loss in the polymer or excessive leakage thereof.

APPARATUS FOR FILTERING RADIOACTIVE FLUIDS

SEALED CASING WITH QUARTER-TURN CLOSING

Le carter étanche (2) à fermeture quart de tour comporte un corps de carter (4) ayant un orifice (6) qui présente des secteurs mâles (14) et des rainures (10) et un couvercle (16) ayant des secteurs mâles (20) et des rainures (26) complémentaires de ceux du corps de carter (4) pour former un assemblage à baïonnette. Des languettes (24) montées coulissantes sur le couvercle (16) et sollicitées par des moyens élastiques (34) permettent de verrouiller le couvercle (16) en position de fermeture. De préférence les languettes (24) sont solidaires d'une poignée de manoeuvre (32) disposée sous une anse (30) du couvercle (16).

FILTER CARTRIDGE HOUSING ATTACHMENT SYSTEMS

The present disclosure pertains to a fluid filter having integral attachment means which may take the form of a threaded portion of a filter cartridge. The threaded portion threadably interacts with a complementary threaded portion of a filter mounting to retain the filter cartridge to the filter mounting. The disclosure also pertains to a fluid filter having a cartridge made from two plastic shells welded together. The disclosure also pertains to a fluid filter with filter media positioned within a filter cartridge by an end cap with extending ribs welded to one of the two shells which compose the filter cartridge.

VERFAHREN ZUM ABTRENNEN EINER FLUESSIGEN PHASE AUS SCHLAEMMEN UND EINRICHTUNG ZUR DURCHFUEHRUNG DIESES VERFAHRENS.

ВАКУУМНАЯ КАМЕРА, ЛЕНТОЧНЫЙ ФИЛЬТР, СПОСОБЫ ТЕХНИЧЕСКОГО ОБСЛУЖИВАНИЯ ЛЕНТОЧНОГО ВАКУУМНОГО ФИЛЬТРА, СПОСОБ РАЗДЕЛЕНИЯ СУСПЕНЗИИ НА ЖИДКУЮ И ТВЕРДУЮ ФАЗЫ И ФИЛЬТРУЮЩИЙ ЭЛЕМЕНТ

Изобретение относится к ленточному вакуумному фильтру, содержащему ленту (1) с расположенными друг за другом вакуумными камерами (2), фильтрующие средства, расположенные в вакуумных камерах, приводное средство (4), предназначенное для перемещения ленты (1), и станцию (5) всасывания, предназначенную для создания разрежения для вакуумных камер (2) на указанной станции. Для обеспечения разделения на жидкую и твердую фазы при низких энергозатратах и продолжительном интервале между циклами технического обслуживания ленточного вакуумного фильтра фильтрующее средство выполнено в виде капиллярного фильтра, при этом каждая вакуумная камера (2) содержит данный фильтр и выполнена с выпуском (8), имеющим обратный клапан, обеспечивающий протекание текучей среды из внутреннего пространства вакуумной камеры наружу указанной камеры для создания разрежения в данной камере, когда станция (5) всасывания соединена с вакуумной камерой, при этом обратный клапан предотвращает протекание текучей среды через данный ...

ЦЕНТРАЛЬНАЯ ТРУБКА С ВСТРОЕННОЙ ЗАЩЕЛКОЙ ДЛЯ АВТОМОБИЛЬНОГО МАСЛЯНОГО ФИЛЬТРА

Настоящее изобретение относится к узлу масляного фильтра, включающему в себя корпус, ограничивающий камеру, и масляный фильтр, размещенный внутри камеры. В одном варианте осуществления изобретения внутри камеры размещена опора, имеющая, по меньшей мере, один гибкий элемент, выполненный с возможностью присоединяться к корпусу. Гибкий опорный элемент обеспечивает для фильтра податливое закрепление, которое позволяет изготовителю фильтра допускать увеличенную вариацию размеров фильтра и корпуса. Факультативно они могут включать в себя уплотнение для выпускного канала и смещающий элемент, расположенный между корпусом и фильтром и выполненный с возможностью смещения упомянутого масляного фильтра по направлению к уплотнению. Узел может далее также факультативно включать в себя спускной клапан, расположенный так, чтобы закрывать с возможностью открытия канал быстрого спуска, соединенный с камерой с возможностью протекания жидкости. Смещающий элемент расположен между корпусом и масляным фильтром ...

Elastic self-locking filter device

Oil and water slag separating device

Easy-to-remove the filter screen of the hospital waste water filtering device

Filter element having a removal element

A solar energy water purifier

Polyisobutylene filter of removable filter core

Remote quick action emergency valve of controlling

Mixed glue solution backflow self-purification system

Structural adhesive filtering device

Mixer waste water recovery device with silt cleaning function

Utilize boiler tail gas waste heat to heat boiler's water installations

Filter device

Multi-layer filtering engine oil cooling and filtering device of electric spark machine tool

Liquid filter equipment for machining

Braking fluid recovery unit

Rainwater collection equipment special for water resources

EPO Buffer product spraying is with electrostatic liquid recycle device

Filter

Water supply pipeline filtering device

Turbine oil oil filter

High low -temperature waste water waste heat cascade utilization device

Plate-type filter

Plant extracts liquid filter equipment

Low-density pipeline with stable filtering function

Novel sprinkling and distributing vehicle pitch filter

Prevent garden burnisher of pipeline jam

Irrigation system is retrieved to gardens rainwater

Clear away pipeline of visible among domestic sewage

Low-cost front shell injection mold for television

Sieve plate support structure for suction filtering tank

High efficiency regenerating unit filter

Water conservancy project filter pipeline

Chemical plant is with liquid water disposal's environmental protection equipment convenient to collect residue

Oil-immersed transformer oil tank convenient to clean

Filter cloth closing device of essential oil filter

Filter valve with net

Chemical sewage treatment device

Effluent treatment plant convenient to change filter screen

Water purifier filter bottle with quick connector devices

Multi-section independent circulating type desulfurizing tower

Aquaculture water purification device

Environment-friendly engineering waste solid-liquid separation device

Pulping and filter-pressing device for pigment production

High useless water filter that mixes that contains

Filter belt for sewage treatment

Distilling device for treating waste lubricating oil

Water treatment device with water quality detection function

Fluffy-bag type filter

Liquid cosmetic impurity filtering device

Solid waste treatment device capable of evaporating moisture in solid waste

Water-based ink filtering and purifying equipment for printing

Environment-friendly purification pretreatment pool for domestic sewage

A convenient detachable water purifier

Enhanced Filter Support Basket

A filtration vessel is provided with improved sealing surfaces and alignment methods. The sealing surface is provided by a perforated sleeve within the filtration vessel. An alignment mechanism is provided which allows for improved servicing of the filtration vessel.

OIL SEPARATOR CARTRIDGE

The invention relates to a separation device () for separation of a constituent from a liquid mixture (), comprising a vessel (), an inlet () and at least one outlet (), said inlet () being arranged above the outlet (), a filter material () capable of binding the constituent and is arranged within the vessel () between the inlet () and the outlet () such that flow passes through the filter material (). The filter material () is arranged in a cartridge () inserted into the vessel (). 1. A separation device for purposes of separating one constituent from a fluid mixture , witha container,an inlet and at least one outlet, wherein the inlet is arranged above the outlet,a filter material, which has the ability to bind the constituent, andis arranged within the container between the inlet and the outlet such that the flow is through the filter material,wherein the filter material is arranged in a cartridge inserted into the container.2. The separation device in accordance with claim 1 , wherein a means for a detachable connection between cartridge and container are provided.3. The separation device in accordance with claim 2 , wherein the means for a detachable connection comprise a lever or a hinge-type lever mechanism.4. The separation device in accordance with claim 2 , wherein the means for a detachable connection are arranged on the upper face of the cartridge.5. The separation device in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the outlet comprises a riser in the container claim 1 , preferably a riser fitted to the floor claim 1 , onto which the cartridge is placed by means of an opening or a seating in the form of a stub pipe.6. The separation device in accordance with claim 5 , wherein the means for a detachable connection comprise latching means and/or frictional locking means claim 5 , for example a seal claim 5 , which latches under a latching projection of the riser.7. The separation device in accordance with claim 1 , wherein a plurality of cartridges are provided.8. ...

Union Coupling With Removable Screen

A union coupling having a removable screen is disclosed. The union coupling includes a pipe joint, a fitting that receives the screen, and a collar which clamps the fitting to the pipe joint. In one form, the fitting has an inner surface that defines a passage through the fitting and a pocket formed in the inner surface. The screen has a transverse extension that is received at least in part in the pocket with engagement of the transverse extension and pocket restricting passage of the screen past a predetermined position in the passage. A union coupling having a fitting comprising a fitting body with an outward flange and a shoulder element with an outward flange is also provided. The shoulder element is connected to the fitting body to captivate a collar between the outward flanges of the fitting so that the collar does not become separated from the fitting body. A method of assembling a union coupling is also provided.

FILTER CARTRIDGE WITH COMMAND DEVICE

A filter cartridge of a filter group of a fluid of a vehicle extending along a main axis has a base assembly and engagement members, including first engagement members in the filter cartridge and second engagement members in the base assembly, shaped to block each other. The filter cartridge extends along a cartridge axis and includes an engagement plane on which the first engagement members are made having tooth elements diametrically opposite the cartridge axis. Each tooth element extends from the engagement plane parallel to the cartridge axis, having a stalk and a head. In the blocking configuration, the second engagement members engage the head. Each tooth element is radially elastically yielding, so the blocking configuration is achievable following radial movement of the tooth element. The first engagement members include for each tooth element a command device extending radially. Radial movement of the tooth element actuates the command device. 1. A filter cartridge of a filter group of a fluid , wherein said filter group extends along a main axis and comprises:i) a base assembly for engaging the filter cartridge along the main axis;ii) engagement members comprising first engagement members comprised in the filter cartridge and second engagement members comprised in the base assembly, respectively specially designed to engage each other in a blocking configuration in which the filter cartridge and the base assembly are mutually axially blocked;wherein the filter cartridge extends along a cartridge axis and comprises at an axial end an engagement plane on which said first engagement members are made, comprising at least two tooth elements diametrically opposite the cartridge axis;wherein each tooth element extends in height from the engagement plane parallel to the cartridge axis, comprising a stalk and a head, so that in the blocking configuration said head is engaged by the second engagement members;wherein each tooth element is elastically yielding in a ...

Filter Leak Path Prevention Via Interference Pin

A replacement filter element having a removable pin attached to the filter element is described. The removable pin is attached to the filter element via a first interference fit. When the replacement filter element is installed into a filtration system having a drain valve with an internal draft, the removable pin seals onto the drain valve and forms a second interference fit between the drain valve and the pin. The pin seals an opening in the drain valve. The second interference fit is stronger than the first interference. Accordingly, when the replacement filter element is removed from the filter housing (e.g., during a service event of the replacement filter element), the pin detaches from the replacement filter element and remains positioned within the drain valve thereby preventing fluid from leaking from the housing when the filter element is removed. The pin permanently plugs the drain valve once installed. 1. A replacement filter element , comprising:a filter media;a bottom endcap;a removable pin coupled to the bottom endcap via a first interference fit, the removable pin sized and shaped to be received in an open passageway of a drain valve of a filtration system when the replacement filter element is installed in the filtration system, the removable pin forming a second interference fit with the drain valve when the replacement filter element is installed in the filtration system such that the removable pin will stay in the drain valve when the replacement filter element is removed from the filtration system.2. The replacement filter element of claim 1 , wherein the second interference fit is stronger than the first interference fit.3. The replacement filter element of claim 1 , further comprising a cylindrical extension extending from the bottom endcap.4. The replacement filter element of claim 3 , wherein the cylindrical extension includes a cylindrical wall that defines a central opening.5. The replacement filter element of claim 4 , wherein the ...

Filter interconnect using a correlated magnet torque design

A filtration system interconnection structure having manifold with a rotatable manifold magnet of correlated magnets, a shroud with alignment tracks, an actuating valve for water ingress, and a filter cartridge having a rotatable filter magnet of correlated magnets, where the manifold magnet and the filter magnet are in magnetic communication with one another when the filter cartridge is inserted with the shroud, and are at least partially rotatably compatible, where the manifold magnet rotates with the filter magnet until the manifold magnet experiences a rotational stop beyond a predetermined rotation of the filter magnet, thus allowing the filter magnet to shift polarity with respect to the manifold magnet and present a repulsion force for removal of the filter cartridge from the shroud.

FILTER ASSEMBLY AND A REFRIGERATOR APPLIANCE

A filter assembly includes a manifold having an inlet and outlet port. The filter assembly further includes a filter cartridge. The filter cartridge includes a casing and a filter casing disposed within the casing. The filter cartridge also includes a gear rack, and an inlet and outlet port. The filter assembly further includes an electric motor configured to move the filter cartridge along an axial direction by rotating a gear coupled to the electric motor such that the gear meshes with the gear rack. The filter cartridge is movable between a first position in which the filter cartridge and manifold are not in fluid communication, and a second position in which the filter cartridge and the manifold are in fluid communication. A refrigerator appliance having the filter assembly is also provided. 1. A filter assembly defining an axial direction , the filter assembly comprising:a manifold having an inlet port and an outlet port;a filter cartridge comprising a casing, a gear rack, a filter medium, an inlet port and an outlet port, the gear rack coupled to the casing, the filter medium disposed within the casing; andan electric motor coupled to a gear, the electric motor configured to move the filter cartridge along the axial direction by rotating the gear such that the gear meshes with the gear rack,wherein the filter cartridge is movable with the electric motor to a first position in which the filter cartridge is spaced apart from the manifold such that the inlet port of the filter cartridge is not in fluid communication with the inlet port of the manifold, and the outlet port of the filter cartridge is not in fluid communication with the outlet port of the manifold.wherein the filter cartridge is also movable with the electric motor to a second position in which the filter cartridge is mounted to the manifold such that the inlet port of the filter cartridge is in fluid communication with the inlet port of the manifold, and the outlet port of the filter cartridge is ...

Pivotal Dewatering Panels and Associated Supporting Framework

An array of spaced dewatering panels mounted in a spaced relationship in a framework (collectively referred to herein as a “panel support system” or “panel system”) is described wherein the panels are coupled to the framework in a manner that permits them to be pivoted or swiveled between at least a first orientation (or position) and a second orientation (position).

Filter Element and Filter Assembly

A filter element has a first follower element with a first traction surface and a second follower element with a second traction surface provided for interacting with first and second mating surfaces of the filter housing, respectively. The first and second traction surfaces interact with the first and second mating surfaces to pull out the filter element from the filter housing. The first and second traction surfaces are spaced apart from each other along a longitudinal axis of the filter element and project radially into the interior of the filter element. At least one of the first and second follower elements has a stop surface adjoining circumferentially the respective traction surface. In a position of use, the stop surface interacts with a counter stop surface of the filter housing to form an at least unidirectional rotational degree of freedom blocking about the longitudinal axis relative to the filter housing. 1. A filter element comprising:a filter medium body surrounding an interior of the filter element at least partially circumferentially:a first follower element comprising a first traction surface, wherein the first traction surface is configured to interact with a corresponding first mating surface of a filter housing;a second follower element comprising a second traction surface, wherein the second traction surface is configured to interact with a corresponding second mating surface of the filter housing;wherein the first and second traction surfaces are configured to interact with the first and second mating surfaces such that the filter element can be pulled out of the filter housing when the first and second traction surfaces interact with the first and second mating surfaces;wherein the first traction surface and the second traction surface are arranged at a distance from each other along a longitudinal axis of the filter element;wherein the first traction surface and the second traction surface project radially into the interior of the filter ...

Filtration assembly including a body, a head, a cartridge and means for retaining the cartridge on the head and the body, and corresponding filtration cartridge

A filtration assembly is provided for a liquid flowing in an engine or hydraulic equipment, of the type including a body with a head on top thereof, and a cylindrical member for holding a filtration cartridge containing a filtration medium defined by an upper flange and a lower flange. The upper flange is coupled to the head by a first longitudinal retainer. The cartridge includes a second longitudinal retainer interacting with the body. The first retainer having a longitudinal tensile strength lower than the longitudinal tensile strength of the second retainer.

Filtering Assembly Comprising a Filter Cartridge

The present invention relates to a filtering assembly () for filtering at least one fluid circulating in particular in an engine or a hydraulic device, comprising: a filter body (), which comprises a vessel () and a head (), the vessel () and the head () being provided to engage with one another in order to close the filter body (), in particular by screwing; a tube (), in particular a central tube, which is inside the filter body () and extends along a longitudinal axis (X); a removable filtration cartridge () which is accommodated in the filter body () and includes an upper end plate (), a lower end plate () and a filtration medium () which extends between the upper () and lower () end plates, the filtering medium () having a tubular opening () for surrounding the tube (), characterized in that the upper end plate () comprises first reversible rigid-connection means () and in that the vessel () comprises second reversible rigid-connection means () which are complementary to the first reversible rigid-connection means (), such as to enable the filtration cartridge () to stay in position in the vessel on the one hand, and in the filtering assembly () on the other hand, only by rigidly connecting the first and second reversible rigid-connection means (). 110-. (canceled)11. A filter assembly to filter a circulating fluid , comprising:a filter body having a receptacle, the receptacle configured to be removably coupled to a filter head,a tube positioned inside the filter body,a filtration cartridge housed in the filter body and comprising an upper end cap, a lower end cap and a filtration medium extending between the upper end cap and the lower end cap, the filtration medium having a tubular opening surrounding the tube,wherein the upper end cap comprises first reversible securing means and the receptacle comprises second reversible securing means complementary to the first reversible securing means, the first reversible securing means configured to engage the second ...

Filter System Comprising Coupling Device

A filter system () for filtering a fluid, with a front-end inlet () and outlet (), and comprising: at least one filter element (); a filter housing (); a coupling device () for coupling the filter system () to a receiving means () external to the filter system; and a seal holder () having a seal () for sealing the filter system at the receiving means (). In addition, the coupling device () has one or more coupling elements () that can be at least partially introduced in an axial direction (L) into a coupling contour () arranged in the receiving means (), by means of a sliding-rotating movement, such that the 20 filter system () is held and locked in the receiving means () in an end position (). Also disclosed is a combination of a filter system () together with a receiving means (). 1. A filter system for filtering a fluid having an end face inlet and outlet , comprising:at least one filter element,a filter housing,a coupling device for coupling the filter system to a receiving means external to the filter system,a seal holder having a seal for sealing the filter system on the receiving means,{'b': '38', 'wherein the coupling device provides one or a plurality of coupling elements that are at least partially insertable in an axial direction into a coupling contour disposed in the receiving means by a push-turn movement in order to thereby keep the filter system in an end position () in receiving means and to lock it.'}2. The filter system according to claim 1 , whereinthe coupling device is connected to the seal holder.3. The filter system according to claim 1 , whereinthe seal is radially arranged so that it radially seals the filter system against the receiving means in the installed state.4. The filter system according to claim 1 , whereinthe seal holder is one-piece and comprises the seal essentially in a U-shape,wherein the one-piece seal holder is connected to the filter housing at an end face edge of the filter housing.5. The filter system according to claim ...

Cartridge Pump

The present invention provides a pump cartridge, which is directly connected in-line with one or more filter cartridges in a mounting bracket. It may be paired with an accumulator tank for a pump version, and with no accumulator tank for a smart pump version. The inline design reduces the size of the system, the amount of connections, and the amount of hose required to install the system, which in turn reduces the space required for installation, the number of potential leak paths, and the likelihood of failure of the system due to issues with the hose. 1. A system comprising:a pump cartridge having a cartridge housing configured with a motor pump unit arranged therein for pumping a fluid in the system, the pump cartridge configured with a pump cartridge mounting, and with a pump cartridge porting to receive the fluid and provide pumped fluid;a filter cartridge configured to receive and filter the pumped fluid and provide filtered pumped fluid, the filter cartridge configured with a filter cartridge mounting and with filter cartridge porting to receive the pumped fluid and provide filtered pumped fluid, the pump cartridge mounting and the filter cartridge mounting being configured to substantially match; the pump cartridge porting and the filter cartridge porting also being configured to substantially match; andan inline mounting bracket having inline cartridge mounting units and inline mounting bracket ports arranged inbetween for providing associated fluid from one inline cartridge mounting unit to an adjacent inline cartridge mounting unit, each of the inline cartridge mounting units being configured to mount either the pump cartridge or the filter cartridge, one inline cartridge mounting unit configured to receive the pump cartridge mounting so that the pump cartridge porting aligns with a set of the inline mounting bracket ports, and another inline cartridge mounting unit configured to receive the filter cartridge mounting so that the filter cartridge porting ...

THREE-PART END CAP AND FILTER ELEMENT INCLUDING SAME

A multi-component end cap is provided. The multiple components combine to form one or more seal carriers where each seal carrier is formed in part by at least two different ones of the components. Methods of manufacturing an end cap having multiple components are also provided. 1. An end cap for a filter element comprising:a first annular component;a second annular component secured to the first component, the first and second annular components defining a radially directed flow path therebetween;an outer seal defining a radially outward directed sealing surface and a secondary sealing surface;an outer seal carrier defined in part by the first annular component and in part by the second annular component, the outer seal carrier axially securing the outer seal therein and defining a radially outward opening mouth configured to expose the radially outward directed sealing surface of the outer seal, the outer seal carrier defining a first sealing surface, the secondary sealing surface of the outer seal sealingly contacting the first sealing surface of the outer seal carrier.2. The end cap of claim 1 , wherein the outward directed sealing surface of the outer seal extends radially outward further than the second annular component.3. The end cap of claim 1 , wherein the first sealing surface of the outer seal carrier is provided by the second annular component and a second sealing surface of the outer seal carrier is provided by the first annular component.4. The end cap of claim 1 , wherein the first and second annular components are ultrasonically welded to one another.5. The end cap of claim 1 , further comprising:at least one axially extending lock detent extending axially outward from a top side of the first annular component;at least one housing key configured to secure the second annular component to a filter housing and prevent angular rotation between the second annular component and the filter housing; anda clocking arrangement between the first and second ...

FILTRATION APPARATUS FOR FLOWABLE MATERIAL

A filtration apparatus includes a screen assembly with a screen having a plurality of through holes, a slidable support to support the screen, and a retainer plate to slidably engage the support for securing the screen between the support and the plate. The support and the plate each define an opening aligned with the plurality of through holes such that a flowable material, such as butter, can pass through the screen. A housing of the filtration apparatus includes a screen assembly receiving portion configured to slidably receive the screen assembly, and a throughput portion for receiving a flowable material that extends through the housing in a direction transverse to the screen assembly receiving portion. A transition couples the housing to a supply line and is for delivering the flowable material to the housing. 1. A filtration apparatus comprising: a screen comprising a plurality of through holes;', 'a slidable support configured to support the screen; and', 'the support and the plate each defining an opening aligned with the plurality of through holes such that a flowable material can pass through the screen;', 'a retainer plate configured to slidably engage the support and secure the screen between the support and the plate,'}], 'a screen assembly comprising a screen assembly receiving portion configured to slidably receive the screen assembly; and', 'a throughput portion comprising an opening extending through the housing in a direction transverse to the screen assembly receiving portion and configured to receive the flowable material; and, 'a housing comprisinga transition port configured to couple the housing to a supply line for delivering the flowable material to the housing.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , the screen configured such that a volume of flowable material passing through the through holes of the screen is at least as great as a volume of flowable material passing through the supply line.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising at least ...

FILTER TURNING MECHANISM

A filter turning mechanism is attached to an engine in proximity to a filter (such as an oil filter), and may be used to install or remove a filter by turning the filter. The filter turning mechanism contacts a filter, and rotates the filter when the filter turning mechanism is rotated with a tool. One implementation of the filter turning mechanism includes an inner drive gear and a filter drive mechanism. The inner drive gear normally spins freely within the filter drive mechanism, but when pushed into the filter drive mechanism with a suitable tool such as a ratchet extension, the inner drive gear engages the filter drive mechanism, thereby causing rotation of the inner drive gear to rotate the filter drive mechanism as well, which in turn rotates the filter. 1. An apparatus comprising:a filter drive mechanism rotatably coupled to a filter flange that is in a fixed position with respect to a filter location such that when a filter is in the filter location a head portion of the filter drive mechanism contacts an external portion of the filter to rotate the filter when the head portion of the filter drive mechanism is rotated with a tool.2. The apparatus of wherein the head portion comprises a plurality of teeth that contact the filter.3. The apparatus of wherein the filter comprises a plurality of indentions that receive the plurality of teeth as the filter drive mechanism is rotated.4. The apparatus of wherein the head portion comprises a textured roller and the filter comprises a textured surface that contacts the textured roller.5. The apparatus of further comprising an inner drive gear disposed within the filter drive mechanism claim 1 , the filter drive mechanism defining a spin chamber where the inner drive gear may spin without engaging an outer portion of the filter drive mechanism that includes the head portion claim 1 , the filter drive mechanism further defining an engage chamber where the inner drive gear engages the outer portion of the filter drive ...

LIQUID FILTER ASSEMBLIES; FEATURES; COMPONENTS; AND, METHODS

Liquid filter assemblies, features, components and methods are described. In general, a liquid filter cartridge is provided which includes features that help ensure that when the assembly is serviced, the cartridge positioned within the assembly is a proper one, in proper sealing orientation, for appropriate use. Features that can be used to provide for this include: a seal on the filter cartridge that defines a seal pattern non-orthogonal to a plane perpendicular to a central axis of the filter cartridge; and, a member of a projection/receiver arrangement on the filter cartridge which is orientated to engage a portion of a liquid filter assembly, for example a liquid flow collar, to allow sealing when the cartridge is a properly positioned cartridge and a properly configured cartridge. Assembly features are described. Also, a flexible radial projection arrangement providing snap-fit interaction between a cartridge and housing is provided. Methods of assembly and use as described. 172.-. (canceled)73. A liquid filter cartridge configured for use , in installation , in removable sealing engagement with a liquid flow collar of a liquid filter assembly; the liquid filter cartridge comprising: '(i) the filter media having first and second, opposite, ends; and, defining a central axis;', '(a) a filter media pack comprising filter media surrounding an open filter interior;'}(b) a first end construction positioned at the first end of the filter media; and, (i) the second end construction being open, and including a central spigot projecting away from the filter media and surrounding and defining a central liquid flow aperture in liquid flow communication with the open filter interior;', '(ii) a seal member positioned on the spigot to define a seal pattern non-orthogonal to the central axis of the filter media; and,', (A) the non-seal member of the projection/receiver rotational alignment arrangement on the second end construction includes a radial abutment member having an ...

FILTER DEVICE

The invention relates to a filter device at least consisting of a housing () and a filter element () that can be received in the housing in a replaceable manner and engages, with at least two key () or lock parts, in correspondingly embodied lock () or key parts of the housing (), which are associated with each other respectively in pairs in an engaged manner, as coding means and/or setting means and/or functional means and/or reproduction protection means. 135235356585735. A filter device , consisting of at least a housing ( , ) and a filter element () interchangeably accommodated therein , which engages with at least two key ( , , ) or lock parts in correspondingly designed lock () or key parts of the housing ( , ) , wherein the key or lock parts are used in pairs assigned to each other in engagement with each other ascoding means and/orfixing means and/oroperational means and/orprotection against unlicensed copies.2535658234334233435554343. The filter device according to claim 1 , characterized in that the respective key ( claim 1 , claim 1 , ) or lock parts of the filter element () are arranged on an annulus () claim 1 , which adjoins an end cap () of the filter element () and is preferably an integral part of the end cap () claim 1 , and that the housing ( claim 1 , ) has a holder () having the outer contour of this annulus () for holding the annulus ().3435356585755352343535. The filter device according to claim 1 , characterized in that the respective key or lock parts of the annulus () consist of projecting or recessed parts of the equipment ( claim 1 , claim 1 , ) claim 1 , which engage with recessed or projecting parts of the equipment () of the holder () of the housing ( claim 1 , ) holding the installed filter element () and/or that in addition or alternatively claim 1 , as a further key and/or lock part claim 1 , the outer contour of the annulus () and the holder () of the housing ( claim 1 , ) claim 1 , at least partially claim 1 , follow a coordinated ...

Apparatus And Method For Waste And Water Treatment

An apparatus for recovering the suspended particles from waste water comprising a tank () having an upper section () for receiving waste water, a lower chamber () and a base plate () separating the upper section () and the lower chamber (). In one aspect the base plate is a filter screen that has a central opening () and a closure therefore. The apparatus has a filter press plate () within the upper section () and is moveable between a non-filtering position spaced away from the base plate () and a filtering position in which the filter member () and base plate () are pressed together so as to separate water from the particles and compress the particles to form a substantially dewatered product that can then pass through the opening () into the lower chamber () for collection. 138-. (cancelled)39. An assembly for settling suspended waste particles from waste water and recovering the waste particles as a substantially dewatered solid product , the apparatus comprising;a tank having an upper section for receiving waste water, a lower chamber and a base plate separating the upper section and the lower chamber, the base plate having an opening therein;a closure moveable between a position in which the base plate opening is closed and a position in which the base plate opening is open;a filter member within the upper section,wherein;the filter member and the base plate are moveable with respect to each other between a non-filtering position in which the filter member is spaced away from the base plate and a filtering position in which the filter member and base plate are pressed together with the closure in the closed position such that suspended waste particles are compressed between the filter member and the base plate to form a substantially dewatered solid product; andwhen the filter member is returned to the non-filtering position, the closure is moveable to the open position such that the substantially dewatered solid product can pass through the opening into the ...

SAMPLE COLLECTING DEVICE AND SAMPLE COLLECTING APPARATUS

The present application provides a sample collecting device and a sample collecting apparatus. The sample collecting device includes a housing assembly with a cavity and a filtering unit disposed in the cavity, where the housing assembly is provided with a collecting hole and a suction hole, both of which are communicated with the cavity, the suction hole is communicated with the collecting hole through the filtering unit, the housing assembly is provided with a gateway on its side wall, and at least part of the filtering unit is configured to be moved to an outside of the housing assembly through the gateway. The present application can greatly improve efficiency of sample collection and effectively save the time of medical workers. 1. A sample collecting device , comprising a housing assembly and a filtering unit , wherein the housing assembly has a cavity and is provided with a collecting hole and a suction hole , both the collecting hole and the suction hole are communicated with the cavity , the filtering unit is provided in the cavity , the suction hole is communicated with the collecting hole through the filtering unit , the housing assembly is provided with a gateway on its side wall; and at least part of the filtering unit is configured to be moved to an outside of the housing assembly through the gateway , so that a sample in the filtering unit is taken out.2. The sample collecting device according to claim 1 , wherein in a horizontal direction of the housing assembly claim 1 , the filtering unit is movably arranged relative to the housing assembly.3. The sample collecting device according to claim 1 , wherein the housing assembly comprises a housing and a cover body claim 1 , the cover body is arranged and covered on an open end of the housing claim 1 , at least part of the filtering unit is located in the housing or the filtering unit is located between the housing and the cover body.4. The sample collecting device according to claim 3 , wherein the ...

MANIFOLD ASSEMBLY AND METHOD OF USE

A manifold assembly and a method of engaging a filter capsule in the manifold assembly are provided. 1. A manifold assembly for use with a filter capsule having a first fitting and a second fitting , the manifold assembly comprising:(a) an upper adjustable frame arrangement comprising a front wall having a top end and a bottom end, the bottom end including a slot; a movable hollow fluid flow channel including a first fitting fluid flow port, a linkage and a handle, wherein the linkage is engaged with the movable hollow fluid flow channel and the handle, such that the first fitting fluid flow port is vertically movable with the movable hollow fluid flow channel between a first fitting engagement position and a first fitting disengagement position upon movement of the handle;(b) a lower frame arrangement comprising a through hole for receiving the second fitting;(c) a manifold frame connected to the upper adjustable frame arrangement and connected the lower frame arrangement; and,(d) a filter housing support connected to the manifold frame between the upper adjustable frame arrangement and the lower frame arrangement.2. The manifold assembly of claim 1 , wherein the upper adjustable frame arrangement further comprises a movable plate including a portion that can prevent the movable hollow fluid flow channel from moving.3. The manifold assembly of claim 2 , wherein the upper adjustable frame arrangement includes a pin claim 2 , and the movable upper plate pivots about the pin.4. The manifold assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first fitting fluid flow port can be placed in fluid communication with a filter outlet port when the first fitting fluid flow port is in the first fitting engagement position.5. A method for engaging a filter capsule in a manifold assembly claim 1 , the method comprising placing a filter capsule having a first fitting and a second fitting into a manifold assembly comprising:(a) an upper adjustable frame arrangement comprising a front wall having a ...

ASSEMBLY AND METHOD FOR FILTERING FLUIDS

A filtering apparatus includes a filtering screen removably positioned within an inner cavity of a screen chamber. The screen includes a frame portion at a first end and a screen portion extending from the frame portion to a second end. The frame portion includes an end block and frame members extending from the end block to the screen portion, with the frame members defining an aperture. The screen portion includes an outer wall extending from a fluid inlet to an end cap at the second end. The outer wall includes a plurality of openings therethrough. The screen chamber includes a removable end cover with a key configured to engage a notch of the screen to rotationally lock the screen and the end cover. A screen manifold may include a first fluid path including the screen chamber, and further including a bypass fluid path having a bypass valve. 1. A filtering apparatus comprising:a filtering screen having a frame portion at a first end and a screen portion extending from the frame portion to a second end, the frame portion including an end block and two or more frame members extending from the end block to the screen portion, the two or more frame members defining an aperture, wherein the screen portion includes an outer wall extending from a fluid inlet to an end cap at the second end of the filtering screen, wherein the outer wall defines an interior space, and wherein the outer wall includes a plurality of openings therethrough; anda screen chamber comprising an inner cavity and a removable end cover, wherein the filtering screen is removably positioned within the inner cavity, and wherein the screen chamber is configured to allow removal or installation of the filtering screen when the removable end cover is removed.2. The filtering apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the removable end cover of the screen chamber further includes a key configured to engage a reciprocal notch in the end block of the filtering screen to rotationally orient the filtering screen within ...

FILTER CARTRIDGE AND/OR MULTIPLE-DIAMETER MULTIPLE STAGE FILTER COALESCER SEPARATOR

A filter cartridge with easier extraction provided by a roll-out clearance region for a radial seal is provided. The filter cartridge may be a two stage filter with the seal being located between stages and usable in a filtration vessel having a central separation wall with one or more riser pipes. Also, a new vessel is disclosed with multiple diameters for first and second stages of the housing with a larger second stage diameter as compared to the first stage, which can reduce door size and/or cause fluid flow velocities to be slower at the second stage relative to the first stage. 1. A filter cartridge , comprising:a filter media tube;a seal holder mounted to the filter media tube,a seal ring supported by the seal ring holder and facing radially outwardly, the seal ring being a radial seal including seal flange having an annular shape and projecting radially outwardly; anda roll-out clearance region provided by the seal ring holder on one side of the seal flange.2. The filter cartridge of claim 1 , wherein the seal ring holder defines a ledge axially supporting the seal ring claim 1 , the ledge terminating at an outermost location radially inward and spaced radially inward of an innermost location of the seal flange to provide the roll-out clearance region as an annular clearance space at least partly around the ledge.3. The filter cartridge of claim 2 , wherein the outermost location is spaced radially inward of the inward of an innermost location of the seal flange by at least 0.5 millimeter.4. The filter cartridge of claim 2 , wherein the seal ring holder defines a seal seating surface adjacent the ledge claim 2 , the seal seating surface radially supporting an inner periphery of the seal ring claim 2 , and wherein the seal holder further comprises a recess region on a side of the ledge opposite the seal seating surface claim 2 , the roll-out clearance region extending into the recess region claim 2 , the recess region having a diameter less than the seating ...

FILTER MODULE WITH WINDOW TYPE CLEAR BOWL

A filter including a shell with at least one viewing region, a translucent bowl that fits and is installable within the shell, and an attachment mechanism. The bowl is positionable within the shell such that at least a portion of the bowl is visible through the viewing region. The attachment mechanism securely attaches the bowl the shell together and prevents at least one of vertical and rotational movement between the bowl and the shell. The shell and the bowl are not threaded to each other. 1. A filter , comprising:a shell with at least one viewing region;a translucent bowl that fits and is installable within the shell, the bowl positionable within the shell such that at least a portion of the bowl is visible through the viewing region; andan attachment mechanism that securely attaches the bowl and the shell together and prevents at least one of vertical and rotational movement between the bowl and the shell,wherein the shell and the bowl are not threaded to each other.2. The filter of claim 1 , wherein the bowl is attachable to claim 1 , detachable from claim 1 , and reattachable to the shell.3. The filter of claim 1 , further comprising a bowl spout extending from the bowl and a shell spout extending from the shell claim 1 , the bowl spout and the shell spout aligned with each other such that an inner region of the bowl is accessible through the shell spout and the bowl spout.4. The filter of claim 3 , wherein at least one of the bowl spout and the shell spout are attachable with at least one of a drain claim 3 , a WIF sensor claim 3 , or a WIF-drain combination.5. The filter of claim 1 , wherein the viewing region extends along at least a portion of a vertical height of the shell and along a lower horizontal end of the6. The filter of claim 1 , wherein the bowl is transparent.7. The filter of claim 1 , wherein the shell includes a gripping feature that is graspable so as to allow the filter to be firmly held while the filter is being serviced such that the bowl ...

Oil-filter assembly

An oil filter element comprises a first end cap having a central opening, a second end cap having a central opening and a filter medium joined to the first and second end caps. The first end cap has a closure element that is eccentrically disposed between the central opening and the periphery of the end cap and which extends axially outward from the end cap. The closure element has a finger portion which axially extends outward from the outer end of the closure element for engagement with a stop in the filter housing. A location adjustment mechanism is disposed in the filter medium adjacent to the central opening of the first end cap and operates to guide installation of the filter element in the filter housing.

FILTERING DEVICE FOR THE LARGE-AREA FILTRATION OF FLUIDS

A filtering device () for the large-area filtration of polymer melts comprises at least: a housing () with at least one inlet channel () and at least one outlet channel () and a filter carrier element (), which can be moved longitudinally in relation to a housing bore and has at least one filter insert (), which in a production position can be arranged in a filter chamber () between the inlet channel () and the outlet channel () of the housing (), wherein the filter insert () has a main element () through which the flow can pass, and from which a fluid stream branches off to multiple individual filter elements () or in which multiple fluid streams from the individual filter elements are combined. The filter insert () is arranged on an end face of the filter carrier element (). The filter chamber () is formed by a housing bore, which extends up to a mouth () on an outer side of the housing and into which the filter insert () can be pushed by moving the filter carrier element (), and a closure element (), which can be placed onto the mouth () of the housing bore and/or can be inserted therein when the filter carrier element () is lowered into the housing bore or thereafter. 2. Filtering device according to claim 1 , characterized in that the main element of the filter insert is a support profile claim 1 , which is aligned parallel to the longitudinal direction and to the moving direction of the filter carrier element.3. Filtering device according to claim 2 , characterized in that the support profile is a centrally arranged axle tube which can be flown through.4. Filtering device according to claim 1 , characterized in that the closure element can be moved together with the filter carrier element by means of the same drive unit.5. Filtering device according to claim 1 , characterized in that the closure element at the filter carrier element consists of at least one radial flow channel which overlaps in production position with a radial flow channel or an inlet- or ...

A FILTER INSERT AND A FILTER ARRANGEMENT

A filter insert for being removably arranged in a filter housing defines a first end and a second end opposite the first end, including a closing arrangement at the first end of the filter insert for controlling opening and closing, respectively, of an aperture, and an actuation arrangement operatively connected to the closing arrangement for actuating the closing arrangement, wherein the actuation arrangement is positioned at the second end of the filter insert and wherein the actuation arrangement is accessible for external contact at the second end of the filter insert. 1. A filter insert for being removably arranged in a filter housing , wherein the filter insert defines a first end and a second end opposite the first end , comprisinga closing means at the first end of the filter insert for controlling opening and closing, respectively, of an aperture, 'the filter insert comprises an actuation means operatively connected to the closing means for actuating the closing means, wherein the actuation means is positioned at the second end of the filter insert and herein the actuation means is accessible for external contact at the second end of the filter insert,', 'wherein'} 'the filter insert comprises a filter material body, and wherein the filter insert comprises a filter material body support structure at at least the second end, wherein the filter material body support structure has a main extension i a direction transverse to an axial direction of the filter insert, wherein the actuation means is moveably arranged in relation to the filter material body support structure at the second end of the filter insert.', 'wherein'}2. A filter insert according to claim 1 , wherein the actuation means comprises an external contact surface defining a projection or recess.3500. A filter insert according to claim 2 , wherein the projection or recess forms part of a structure with varying extension in an axial direction of the filter () along a circumferential direction of ...

A FILTER INSERT AND A FILTER ARRANGEMENT

A filter insert for being removably arranged in a filter housing includes a first connection arrangement for engaging a corresponding second connection arrangement of a filter housing lid for a connection to the filter housing lid. The first connection arrangement is arranged to simultaneously prevent a relative rotational movement between the filter insert and the filter housing lid and allow a relative axial movement between the filter insert and the filter housing lid. 1. A filter insert for being removably arranged in a filter housing wherein the filter insert comprisesa first connection means for engaging a corresponding second connection means of a filter housing lid for a connection to the filter housing lid,the first connection means comprises a wall portion with at least one radial opening for receipt of a projection extending from the lid to allow a relative axial movement between the filter insert and the filter housing lid for only a predetermined first distance, and wherein sections of the all portion at opposite ends of the radial opening in the axial direction defines axially spaced stops for limiting the relative axial movement between the filter insert and the filter housing lid to predetermined first distance, and wherein the radial opening is arranged to simultaneously prevent a relative rotational movement between the filter insert and the filter housing lid.2. A filter insert according to claim 1 , wherein the first connection means is arranged for a snap connection between the filter insert and the filter housing lid.3. A filter insert according to claim 1 , wherein the filter insert comprises a tubular structure and wherein the first connection means forms a part of the tubular structure.4. A filter insert according to claim 1 , wherein the filter insert comprisesa first retaining means arranged for engaging a corresponding second retaining means of the filter housing and wherein the retaining means is arranged for guiding the filter insert ...

Push filter with floating key lock

A filter assembly for fluid filtration having a push-activated lock and release mechanism. A push filter design activates a floating key lock upon insertion and extraction, where the filter key may be used simultaneously as a lock and as an identifier for particular filter attributes. The filter base may be situated inline, and in fluid communication, with influent and effluent piping, such as within a refrigerator. The filter housing assembly may be attached to, and removed from, the filter base by a push-actuated release. Upon insertion, the filter key shifts the filter lock longitudinally to receive interlocking segments. Upon extraction, the same axial push shifts the filter lock further to align the interlocking fingers within gaps that allow for easy extraction. The specific key lock design allows a user to identify and match certain filter configurations received by the mechanical support, and reject other filter configurations.

FILTER LEAK PATH PREVENTION VIA INTERFERENCE PIN

A replacement filter element having a removable pin attached to the filter element is described. The removable pin is attached to the filter element via a first interference fit. When the replacement filter element is installed into a filtration system having a drain valve with an internal draft, the removable pin seals onto the drain valve and forms a second interference fit between the drain valve and the pin. The pin seals an opening in the drain valve. The second interference fit is stronger than the first interference. Accordingly, when the replacement filter element is removed from the filter housing (e.g., during a service event of the replacement filter element), the pin detaches from the replacement filter element and remains positioned within the drain valve thereby preventing fluid from leaking from the housing when the filter element is removed. The pin permanently plugs the drain valve once installed. 115-. (canceled)16. A replacement filter element , comprising:a filter media;a bottom endcap comprising a first surface facing and abutting the filter media and a second surface opposite the first surface;a removable pin removably coupled to the bottom endcap via a first interference fit, the removable pin extending from the second surface of the bottom endcap in a direction away from the filter media, the removable pin sized and shaped to be received in an open passageway of a drain valve of a filtration system when the replacement filter element is installed in the filtration system, the removable pin forming a second interference fit with the drain valve when the replacement filter element is installed in the filtration system such that the removable pin will stay in the drain valve when the replacement filter element is removed from the filtration system.17. The replacement filter element of claim 16 , wherein the second interference fit is stronger than the first interference fit.18. The replacement filter element of claim 16 , further comprising a ...

OIL WATER SEPARATOR DIFFUSER CAP EXTENSION TO FILTER CARTRIDGE

During the process of compressing air, atmospheric air along with water vapor and airborne contaminants are ingested into the air compressor. Many of these compressors utilize oil for lubrication, sealing and cooling. A compressor system utilizes drain valves to remove the condensate that accumulates in the system which are typically located on the compressor, moisture separators, coalescing filters, receivers, dryers, and drip legs. While the drain valves successfully remove the condensate, this condensate is now contaminated with lubricant. The compressor system also includes a filter for the removal of lubricant from the condensed water so that the water can be discharged to sewer. The filter is arranged to house a series of vertically stacked filter cartridges, each cartridge structured to pass fluid flow to the other cartridge. The housing is connected to the filter cartridges via a variable length pipe extension dependent on the number of filter cartridges used in an application. 1. An apparatus comprising:a filter housing having an inner surface that forms an open interior into which can be inserted a plurality of filter cartridges, the inner surface having a plurality of vertically spaced registration surfaces suitable for receiving the plurality of filter cartridges and affixing the filter cartridges a vertical filtering position, the filter housing also having a plurality of vertically spaced outlet ports in which at least one outlet port is opened and at least another outlet port is closed;at least one filter cartridge disposed within the filter housing, the at least one filter cartridge having a registration surface rotated to engage the registration surface of the filter housing, the engagement of the at least one filter cartridge registration surface and the filter housing registration surface structured to discourage removal of the filter cartridge as well as seat the filter cartridge in place to form a fluid flow path of the filter housing; anda ...

OIL WATER SEPARATOR FILTER HOUSING HAVING MULTIPLE OUTLETS

During the process of compressing air, atmospheric air along with water vapor and airborne contaminants are ingested into the air compressor. Many of these compressors utilize oil for lubrication, sealing and cooling. A compressor system utilizes drain valves to remove the condensate that accumulates in the system which are typically located on the compressor, moisture separators, coalescing filters, receivers, dryers, and drip legs. While the drain valves successfully remove the condensate, this condensate is now contaminated with lubricant. The compressor system also includes a filter for the removal of lubricant from the condensed water so that the water can be discharged to sewer. The filter is arranged to house a series of vertically stacked filter cartridges, each cartridge structured to pass fluid flow to the other cartridge. The housing includes a series of outlets having removable covers that, when removed, permit discharge of filtered water. 1. An apparatus comprising:a filter housing having an opening for the receipt of water-lubricant mixture and having an open interior into which can be placed a series of vertically stacked filter cartridges, the filter housing having plurality of vertically spaced outlets corresponding to each filter in the series of vertically stacked filter cartridges such as to create a vertically stacked pairing of outlets and cartridges, each of the vertically spaced outlets in the pairing of outlets and cartridges positioned in proximity to a top of the cartridge that corresponds to the vertically spaced outlet in the pairing, the vertically spaced outlets configured to be selectively opened from a closed state by removal of a threaded cover that closes the vertically spaced outlets.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the housing includes vertically spaced internal registration surfaces useful to locate each filter cartridge of the series of vertically spaced filter cartridges.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein a fluid flow ...

OIL WATER SEPARATOR FILTER CARTRIDGE TO HOUSING ENGAGEMENT

During the process of compressing air, atmospheric air along with water vapor and airborne contaminants are ingested into the air compressor. Many of these compressors utilize oil for lubrication, sealing and cooling. A compressor system utilizes drain valves to remove the condensate that accumulates in the system which are typically located on the compressor, moisture separators, coalescing filters, receivers, dryers, and drip legs. While the drain valves successfully remove the condensate, this condensate is now contaminated with lubricant. The compressor system also includes a filter for the removal of lubricant from the condensed water so that the water can be discharged to sewer. The filter is arranged to house a series of vertically stacked filter cartridges, each cartridge structured to pass fluid flow to the other cartridge. The housing and the cartridges each having registration surfaces to position the filter within the housing and discourage removal of the same. 1. An apparatus comprising:a filter cartridge including an inlet and an outlet as well as an impermeable outer casing structured that extends between the inlet and outlet to provide an internal space for an internal filtering media, the outlet structured to be complementarily engaged during operation of the filter cartridge with an inlet of a neighboring filter cartridge having the same configuration such that the complementary engagement provides a liquid flow path between the cartridges, the outer casing including a registration surface that extends less than 360 degrees around the casing, the registration surface structured to be engaged with a complementary registration surface in a filter housing such that the engagement discourages removal of the filter cartridge from the housing.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the inlet includes a tubular opening that extends away from a main body of the filter cartridge.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the registration surface is a protrusion ...

Filter cartridge

A filter cartridge includes a filter medium disposed within a housing. At least one lug is mounted to the housing at a port of the housing. The lug is sized, positioned and/or oriented such that the filter cartridge couples to a manifold in one orientation. As an example, a cross-sectional shape of a first lug mounted to the housing may be different than a cross-sectional shape of a second lug mounted to the housing.

Retrofitting and use of rectangular filters, assembly and method for filtration

An adaptor device for retrofitting in a pool filter housing is disclosed, where the pool filter housing has a conventional cylindrical concentric filter. The adaptor device allows the pool filter to be retrofitted with a plurality of filter elements, thereby improving its filtering efficiency.

PLURAL CIRCUIT OIL FILTER

An apparatus facilitates multiple paths or circuits through an engine and remote housing for an oil filter. The apparatus includes a first oil filter chamber housing a first oil filter, a second oil filter chamber housing a second oil filter, a first output of the remote housing configured to provide a path from the first oil filter chamber housing to bearings of an engine, a second output of the remote housing configured to provide a path from the second oil filter chamber housing to a sump of the engine, and an input of the remote housing configured to provide a path from an oil pump of the engine to the first oil filter chamber housing. 1. An apparatus comprising:a first oil filter chamber housing a first oil filter;a second oil filter chamber housing a second oil filter;a first output of a lubrication circuit configured to provide a path from the first oil filter chamber housing to bearings of an engine;a second output of the lubrication circuit configured to provide a path from the second oil filter chamber housing to a sump of the engine; andan input of the lubrication circuit configured to provide a path from an oil pump of the engine to the first oil filter chamber housing.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the bearings of the engine provide oil to the sump of the engine.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising:a cover having a first width corresponding to the first oil filter chamber and a second width corresponding to the second oil filter chamber.4. The apparatus of claim 3 , further comprising:a cap operable to fit the second width of the cover.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the second oil filter is a bypass oil filter.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the first oil filter is a at a first pressure and the second oil filter is at a second pressure claim 1 , wherein the second pressure is less than the first pressure.7. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the first oil filter is a barrier filter.8. The apparatus of claim 1 , further ...

A FILTER ELEMENT FOR A VEHICLE

A filter element includes: 1. A filter element comprising:a filter medium having an axis and forming a channel extending substantially axially;a first and a second end plates, each end plate covering one axial end of the filter medium and being sealingly mounted on the axial end, the first end plate having an central opening substantially coaxial and in fluid communication with the channel;the filter element being designed to be placed in a filter housing for forming a liquid filtering device, whereby a liquid to be filtered can flow along a liquid path through the filter medium towards the channel and out of the filter element through the central opening, wherein the filter element further comprises a detachable plug whose position can change from an attached position to a detached position, wherein in the attached position the detachable plug is attached to an immobile portion of the filter element and seals the central opening, and wherein in the detached position the detachable plug is detached from the immobile portion and is movable away from the central opening inside the channel and along the filter element axis to unseal the central opening.2. The filter element according to claim 1 , wherein in the detached position the detachable plug is movable inside the channel from the central opening up to an end position where the detachable plug is located at a distance from the central opening and where the detachable plug is entirely contained in the channel.3. The filter element according to claim 2 , wherein the end position is located at a distance from the central opening which is greater than half the filter element height claim 2 , along the filter element axis.4. The filter element according to claim 2 , wherein in the end position the detachable plug is in axial contact with the second end plate.5. The filter element according to claim 2 , wherein it is designed such that the detachable plug is detached from the immobile portion of the filter element to ...

FILTER ELEMENT LOCKING MECHANISM FOR CLEAN SERVICE

A filter element may include a tubular element, first and second end caps, each associated with an opposite end of the tubular element, filter media positioned around the tubular element and between the first and second end caps, a biasing element associated with the tubular element, and a retainer element positioned at a first end of the tubular element. The retainer element may include a retainer aperture including a central circular portion and two opposite lateral slots extending from opposite sides of the central circular portion, and two arcuate shoulder segments extending between opposite sides of the two opposite lateral slots. A full tab may extend a first axial distance from a bottom surface of one of the two arcuate shoulder segments at a circumferential position in between the two opposite lateral slots, and a partial tab may extend a second axial distance less than the first axial distance from a bottom surface of the other of the two arcuate shoulder segments at a circumferential position on an opposite side of the lateral slots from the full tab. 1. A filter element , comprising:a tubular element;first and second end caps, each associated with an opposite end of the tubular element;filter media positioned around the tubular element and between the first and second end caps;a biasing element associated with the tubular element; and a retainer aperture including a central circular portion and two opposite lateral slots extending from opposite sides of the central circular portion;', 'two arcuate shoulder segments extending between opposite sides of the two opposite lateral slots;', 'a full tab extending a first axial distance from a bottom surface of one of the two arcuate shoulder segments at a circumferential position in between the two opposite lateral slots; and', 'a partial tab extending a second axial distance less than the first axial distance from a bottom surface of the other of the two arcuate shoulder segments at a circumferential position on ...

OIL FILTER REMOVAL AND DRAIN SYSTEM AND METHOD

An oil filter removal and drain system including an oil-filter-removal assembly and a drain-attachment assembly in functional combination. The oil-filter-removal assembly includes a top-frame, a bottom-frame, a geared-socket-hub, a filter-socket, a plurality of geared-clamp-jaws, a filter-gasket, and a toggle-clamp in functional and structural combination. The drain-attachment assembly includes a drain-attachment-body, a drain-toggle-clamp, a drain-nipple, and a filter-cutter. The drain-attachment assembly is removably affixable to the oil-filter-removal assembly via the plurality keyhole-stud-receivers of the drain-attachment assembly accepting and retaining the plurality of keyhole-studs of the oil-filter-removal assembly. An oil-filter-removal assembly may be used on many different types of fluid filters (e.g., hydraulic fluid, diesel fuel, engine oil, etc.). 1. An oil filter removal and drain system comprising: [ a top-frame-body; and', 'a top-frame-aperture;, 'a top-frame comprising, a bottom-frame-body;', 'a bottom-frame-aperture; and', 'a plurality of keyhole-studs;, 'a bottom-frame comprising, 'a geared-socket-hub;', 'a filter-socket;', at least one gripping-finger; and', 'a geared-clamp-jaw-base;, 'a plurality of geared-clamp-jaws comprising, 'a toggle-clamp; and', 'a filter-gasket; and'}], 'an oil-filter-removal assembly comprising [ 'a plurality of keyhole-stud-receivers;', 'a drain-attachment-base; including'}, 'a drain-attachment-body comprising;'}, 'a drain-toggle-clamp;', 'a drain-nipple; and', 'a filter-cutter;, 'a drain-attachment assembly comprising;'}wherein said oil filter removal and drain system comprises said oil-filter-removal assembly, and said drain-attachment assembly in functional combination;wherein said oil-filter-removal assembly comprises said top-frame, said bottom-frame, said geared-socket-hub, said filter-socket, said plurality of geared-clamp-jaws, said filter-gasket, and said toggle-clamp in functional and structural combination; ...

Elastically Deformable Component Providing Indication of Proper Fluid Filter Installation and Related Methods

An apparatus having a bottom assembly for interfacing to connect the bottom assembly to a second structure, having a deformable element that, when sufficient force is applied via the process of attaching the bottom assembly to the second structure, and at an appropriate value of axial compression or pressure, passes from a stable state, through a rapid shape transformation to a second state via a regime of reduced resistance to deformation, creating a tactile or audible indication that the apparatus has been properly installed. The deformable element may be joined to the apparatus using a circumferential insertion ring by friction fit or spring fit, may be inserted inwardly of a sealing surface and may adhere magnetically to the second structure to facilitate installation. 1. An indicator of installation of a fluid device , comprising:a central structure; 'wherein said insertion ring is circumferentially oriented about said central structure; and', 'a device insertion ring;'} 'said magnetized portion comprising one or more portions selected from said central structure and said device insertion ring.', 'a magnetized portion;'}2. The indicator of claim 1 ,said central structure forming an arch-like shape.3. The indicator of claim 1 ,said central structure comprising radially outward edges; andsaid device insertion ring comprising an outer face;said outer face extending substantially longitudinally from edges.4. The indicator of claim 1 ,said device insertion ring comprising said magnetized portion.5. The indicator of claim 1 , further comprising:wherein said device insertion ring comprises at least two ring segments; andwherein said at least two ring segments are circumferentially separate from one another.6. The indicator of claim 1 , further comprising:a first stable shape of said indicator and a second unstable shape of said indicator;said second unstable shape occurring when said indicator is under axial compression; anda tripping point between said first stable ...

Removal System and Removal Aid for a Separating Element

A removal system is provided with a separating element for separating contaminants contained in a fluid and with a removal aid for removing the separating element from a housing. The separating element has an end disk arranged at an end face of the separating element. The end disk has a central recess. The removal aid has a grip section and at least two locking fingers. The locking fingers extend along a center axis of the removal aid away from the grip section. Each locking finger has a hook element that serves for engaging behind the end disk of the separating element radially outside of an end disk area that delimits in radial outward direction immediately the central recess. A removal aid for such a removal system is provided. 1. (canceled)2. The removal system according to claim 9 , whereinthe end disk further comprises an annular collar, the annular collar formed on the end disk and projecting axially outwardly away from the end disk in a direction away from the annular separating medium;wherein the annular collar comprises at least one slot and extending from an axially outer end of the annular collar in a direction towards the annular separating medium;wherein the at least one locking finger of the grip section includes a projection extending in a radial direction outwardly away from the at least one locking finger, the projection engaging into the at least one slot of the annular collar when in the a locked state of the removal aid on the separating element, such that the separating element can be rotated relative to the housing by the removal aid;wherein the at least one slot is a plurality of slots,wherein the plurality of slots are circumferentially spaced apart on the annular collar.3. The removal system according to claim 2 , whereinthe at least one locking finger is a plurality of locking fingers circumferentially spaced apart about a circumference of the annular collar;wherein the plurality of locking fingers engage into the plurality of slots, ...

MANIFOLD ASSEMBLY AND METHOD OF USE

A manifold assembly including a linear guide and a method of engaging a filter capsule in the manifold assembly are provided. 1. A manifold assembly for use with a filter capsule having a first fitting and a second fitting , the manifold assembly comprising:(a) an upper adjustable frame arrangement comprising a block comprising a through hole for receiving the first fitting, a first side wall, a second side wall, a front wall, and a rear wall, the rear wall including a locking pin opening and a cavity for receiving a linear guide comprising a grooved plate, wherein the linear guide is mounted to the block and is arranged to guide the upper adjustable frame arrangement vertically between a first position and a second position; a slidable handle arranged on the first side wall; a slot in the first side wall; a slidable locking pin arranged in the block, the slidable locking pin having an end, wherein the slidable locking pin can be extended from the block through the locking pin opening upon slidably moving the handle horizontally, wherein the slidable handle is connected to the slidable locking pin by at least one retainer passing through the slot in the first side wall, wherein the slidable handle can move the slidable locking pin to slide the locking pin end into a first opening to lock the upper adjustable frame arrangement in the first position, and to slide the locking pin end into a second opening to lock the upper adjustable frame arrangement in the second position, wherein the upper adjustable frame arrangement is movable along the linear guide between the first and the second positions when the locking pin end is not in the first opening or the second opening;(b) a lower frame arrangement comprising a through hole for receiving the second fitting; and,(c) a manifold frame connected to the upper adjustable frame arrangement and connected the lower frame arrangement, the manifold frame including the first opening and the second opening.2. The manifold assembly ...

Retrofittable No Filter No Run Filtration System

A no filter no filter no nm attachment is disclosed. A shell defines a fluid passage from an upstream fluid aperture at a first end for fluid receiving communication with a filtration cartridge to a downstream fluid aperture at a corresponding second end sized and shaped for coupling to a fluid pump inlet. The shell further defines a pin aperture at the first end sized to receive a pin from the filtration cartridge. A divider segments the fluid passage into an upstream portion that comprises the upstream fluid aperture and the pin aperture and a downstream portion that comprises the downstream fluid aperture. The divider also defines an internal aperture that allows fluid communication between the upstream portion and the downstream portion. A ball is disposed in the upstream portion in fluid flow receiving communication with the upstream fluid aperture, and is sized to have a greater diameter than the internal aperture.

SYSTEM AND METHOD USING SENSORS TO CONTROL A VERTICAL LIFT DECANTER IN A WASTE LIQUID TREATMENT SYSTEM

A decanter system for separating liquid from solids in a liquid mixture tank includes a screen structure which is at least partially submersible in a fluid influent in the tank. The screen structure includes a liquid outlet for removal of screened liquid. A lifting mechanism is attached to the structure for raising and lowering the structure with respect to the tank. A control mechanism governs the lifting mechanism for regulating a vertical position of the structure with respect to the tank. The control mechanism includes a first pressure sensor within the structure, a second pressure sensor within the tank, a proximity transducer within the tank, an effluent outlet control valve, a flow meter, and a controller. A method for separating liquid from solids in a tank is also described. 1. A decanter system for separating liquid from solids in a liquid mixture tank , comprising:a screen structure at least partially submersible in a fluid influent in said tank, having screening extending across an opening in at least a portion of an outer surface thereof for carrying out said separating and having an open interior, said screen structure defining an area within said tank, said screen structure including a liquid outlet for removal of screened liquid from within said screen structure and being constructed such that liquid cannot pass from outside of said screen structure to inside of said screen structure without passing through said screening;a lifting mechanism attached to said structure for raising and lowering said structure with respect to said tank; and a control mechanism governing said lifting mechanism for regulating a vertical position of said structure with respect to said tank, wherein, said control mechanism comprises a first pressure sensor within said structure, a second pressure sensor within said tank; anda proximity transducer within said tank, an effluent outlet control valve, a flow meter, and a controller.2. The decanter system of claim 1 , wherein ...

ASSEMBLY AND METHOD FOR FILTERING FLUIDS

A filtering apparatus includes a screen assembly removably positioned within an inner cavity of a screen chamber. The screen assembly includes a frame portion at a first end and a screen portion extending from the frame portion to a second end. The frame portion includes an end block and frame members interconnecting the end block and the screen portion. The screen portion includes an outer screen and an inner screen disposed within an interior space of the outer screen. An outer wall of the outer screen and an outer wall of the inner screen each includes a plurality of openings. The screen chamber includes a removable end cover with a key for rotationally locking the screen assembly in the inner cavity. A screen manifold may include a first fluid path including the screen chamber, and further including a bypass fluid path having a bypass valve. 1. An apparatus for filtering a fluid from a wellbore comprising: a frame portion at a first end, the frame portion including an end block and two or more frame members extending from the end block to the screen portion, the two or more frame members defining an aperture; and', 'a screen portion extending from the frame portion to a second end, the screen portion including an outer screen and an inner screen, the outer screen and the inner screen each including an outer wall defining an interior space and extending from the frame portion to an end cap at the second end, wherein the outer wall of the outer screen and the outer wall of the inner screen each includes a plurality of openings therethrough, wherein the inner screen is disposed within the interior space of the outer screen, and wherein the inner screen includes a fluid inlet proximate the frame portion; and, 'a filtering screen assembly includinga screen chamber comprising an inner cavity and a removable end cover, wherein the filtering screen assembly is removably positioned within the inner cavity, and wherein the screen chamber is configured to allow removal or ...

EXTRACTION CELL CAP ASSEMBLY WITH TOOLLESS DISASSEMBLY

An extraction cell cap assembly allows for toolless disassembly. The assembly includes a cap body having a threaded base releasably engaged with a cell vessel, a support member extending axially upward from the base, and a bore axially extending through the support member. The assembly also includes a locking cap having a plunger slidably received within the bore, a recess disposed within the plunger, and a locking portion that releasably engages the support member. Rotation of the locking cap in a first direction engages the locking portion with the support member, and rotation in an opposite direction disengages the locking portion. A filter is received in the recess and a seal member received in the bore, wherein the seal member forms a fluid-tight seal between the cell vessel and the assembly when the locking portion and the support member are engaged and the assembly is secured to the cell vessel. 1. An extraction cell comprising:a cell vessel;a cap assembly removably secured to the cell vessel to define a sample chamber within the cell vessel, the cap assembly including a cap body and a locking cap;the cap body including a threaded base releasably engaged with the cell vessel, a support member extending axially upward from the threaded base, and a bore axially extending through the support member;the locking cap including a plunger slidably received within the bore of the cap body, a recess disposed within a lower surface of the plunger, and a locking portion that releasably engages the support member of the cap body, wherein rotation of the locking cap in a first direction relative to the cap body engages the locking portion with the support member, and rotation in an opposite second direction disengages the locking portion from the support member;a filter removably received within the recess; anda seal member removably received within the bore, wherein the seal member forms a fluid-tight seal between the cell vessel and the cap assembly when the locking ...

Removable Rainwater Downspout Filter

There is provided a removable downspout filter for installation into a downspout. The removable downspout filter includes a filter basket with attached face plate. The face plate includes side flaps configured to wrap around the downspout when the downspout filter is installed and is generally configured to blend in with the downspout. Also provided is a downspout with installed filter and kits including the same. 1. A removable downspout filter for installation into a downspout , the removable downspout filter comprising a filter basket with attached face plate , wherein the face plate comprises side flaps configured to wrap around the downspout when the downspout filter is installed.2. The removable downspout filter of claim 1 , wherein the face plate comprises a pivot flap.3. The removable downspout filter of claim 2 , wherein the pivot flap is a bent narrow extension of the face plate.4. The removable downspout filter of claim 3 , where the face plate comprises a handle flap.5. The removable downspout filter of claim 4 , wherein the handle flap is a bent narrow extension of the face plate.6. The removable downspout filter of claim 1 , wherein the filter basket is manufactured from perforated metal.7. The removable downspout filter of claim 1 , wherein the filter basket is mesh.8. The removable downspout filter of claim 1 , wherein the face plate is configured to resemble a downspout.9. A filtered downspout comprising a section of downspout with the removable downspout filter of installed therein.10. The filtered downspout of claim 9 , comprising a funnel element installed in the section above the removable downspout filter.11. The filtered downspout of claim 10 , wherein the removable downspout filter is held in place by folded in flaps of a portion of the section of the downspout.12. A kit comprising the removable downspout filter of and instructions for use. This invention pertains generally to rainwater gutters and downspouts and, more particularly to a ...

Keyed Thread Engagement for Filter Element

A filter element includes a ring of filtration media circumscribing a central axis and defining a central cavity. An annular end cap of the filter element is sealingly bonded at an end of the media. The end cap includes a central opening into the central cavity, and a lateral opening spaced laterally outward from the central opening. The central opening includes a threaded connection portion to enable the element to be spun-on to a complimentarily-threaded connection portion of a filter head. The connection portion of the central opening includes at least one axially-extending slot opening radially away from the connection portion. 1. A filter element , comprising:a ring of filtration media circumscribing a central axis and defining a central cavity; andan annular end cap sealingly bonded at an end of the media, the end cap including a central opening into the central cavity, and a lateral opening spaced laterally outward from the central opening, the central opening including a threaded connection portion to enable the element to be threadably connected to a complimentarily-threaded connection portion of a filter component, the connection portion of the central opening including at least one angled slot extending at an angle offset from the central axis, and opening radially away from the connection portion.2. The filter element of claim 1 , wherein the at least one angled slot extends from an axially-outer end of the connection portion to an axially-inner end of the connection portion.3. The filter element of claim 1 , wherein the at least one angled slot is at least two angled slots circumferentially spaced around the connection portion.4. The filter element of claim 1 , wherein the connection portion faces radially inward.5. The filter element of claim 1 , wherein the at least one angled slot is as radially deep as a maximum depth of threads on the connection portion.6. The filter element of claim 1 , wherein the threaded connection portion defines the central ...

Filter Element with Central Element for a Filter System

A filter element () has a filter bellows () arranged about the longitudinal axis (L) and having a first end disk () on a first end face (), and a second end disk () on a second end face (). A central element () is arranged rotatably about the longitudinal axis (L) relative to the filter bellows () in the interior () of the filter bellows (). The central element () has one or multiple positioning elements () which interact with counter positioning elements () of an upper housing part () to fix the central element in the upper housing part () in a defined angular position. The central element () has at least one electrical connector element () on the element, electrically contacting at least one electrical connector element () on the housing. 1. A filter element for filtering a fluid , the filter element comprising:a filter bellows surrounding a longitudinal axis (L) extending through a central open interior of the filter bellows;a first end disk arranged on and secured onto a first end face of the filter bellows;a second end disk arranged on and secured onto a second end face of the filter bellows; at least one positioning element which, when assembled as intended into a filter housing, interact with respective counter positioning elements of an upper housing part of the filter housing of a filter system in order to fix the central element in the upper housing part in a defined angular position relative to the one or multiple counter positioning elements;', 'at least one electrical connector element on the central element, which when assembled as intended is included in the filter housing for electrically contacting at least one electrical connector element on the filter housing., 'a central element arranged rotatably about the longitudinal axis (L) relative to the filter bellows and arranged within the interior of the filter bellows, the central element comprising2. The filter element according to claim 1 , whereinthe at least one positioning element is/are designed ...

Filter element with torsion lock and/or sliding piston, assembly and methods

A filtration assembly is provided that comprises a filter cartridge and a filter head, that has particular application for liquid filtration, such as engine fuel filtration in an embodiment. The filter cartridge can include a thread and a torsion lock detent to provide twist and lock mounting to the filter head. Separately, the filter cartridge can include a slidable piston that can become pressurized by application of liquid pressure during operation that can apply an axial force to the filter head to load the thread and increase threaded attachment rigidity and/or the natural frequency of the filter cartridge to a more desirable level, and thereby limit vibrational impacts.

Container For Filter-As-You-Pour System

The invention relates to container bodies configured to be used in filter-as-you-pour systems, where filtering is achieved as the user pours water from the container. Such container bodies may have an undivided internal storage volume, so as to not include a reservoir compartment for unfiltered water. They may be part of systems configured to filter water both as water is introduced into a container body of the system and as water is poured from the container body of the system. The filter assembly may be attached to the container body at a location proximate the outlet of the system. Filter media of the filter assembly may comprise an activated carbon textile material that presents a curved surface to water passing through the filter assembly. The container body may be configured as a pitcher, carafe, water bottle, jug, or other shaped container. 1. A filter system , comprising:a container body defining an internal storage volume extending from a closed bottom to an open top;a lid body attachable to the open top of the container body, the lid body defining a fluid outlet;a filter assembly attachable to the lid body, the filter assembly including a frame member extending between a first closed end to a second open end, the frame member comprising a plurality of circumferential support members and a plurality of axial support members coupled to the circumferential support members to define a plurality of openings that pass to a central hollow section in the filter assembly; andan activated carbon textile filter media wrapped around the frame member and in contact with the frame member to present a curved surface to water entering and passing through the curved surface of the filter assembly;wherein as water exits through the fluid outlet of the lid body, all water exiting through the fluid outlet passes through the filter assembly to filter the water before exiting through the fluid outlet.2. The filter system of claim 1 , wherein the second open end of the filter ...

SLUDGE CLASSIFICATION PRESS HAVING A ROTATIONALLY ADJUSTABLE SEPARATION SCREEN

An improved sludge classifying press for isolating biologically-digestible materials from sludge. The press comprises a tubular shell containing a cylindrical separation screen and a tapered auger driven within the separation screen by a motor and transmission. The SCP assists in fracturing the protective casings of resistant seeds and passing the resulting comminuted solid materials in a liquid stream of BOD materials. The separation screen may be repositioned with respect to the tubular shell by rotation to distribute wear by grit impingement that occurs during use preponderantly at the bottom of the screen, thereby extending the working life of the screen. 1. A sludge classifying press , comprising: a tubular shell having at least one fixed end plate having an opening; and a cylindrical screen disposed within said shell and removably attached to said at least one fixed end plate and surrounding said opening , wherein said tubular shell , said at least one fixed end plate , and said cylindrical screen are non-rotational during a period of operation of said sludge classifying press , and wherein a rotational position of said cylindrical screen with respect to said tubular shell is adjustable during a period of non-operation of said sludge classifying press.2. A sludge classifying press in accordance with wherein said cylindrical screen is attached to said at least one end plate by a plurality of bolts.3. A sludge classifying press in accordance with wherein said bolts are arranged in a pattern of bolt holes through said cylindrical screen and said at least one end plate.4. A sludge classifying press in accordance with wherein said pattern is octagonal claim 3 , permitting rotation of said cylindrical screen in increments measurable in degrees of rotation.5. A sludge classifying press in accordance with wherein at least one of said increments is 45 degrees.6. A sludge classifying press in accordance with wherein said rotational positional is adjustable in increments ...

POLYMER FILTER ASSEMBLY AND METHOD OF SETTING UP AN EXTRUDING SYSTEM UTILIZING THE POLYMER FILTER ASSEMBLY

A polymer filter assembly through which flowable material from a supply is directed for processing before passing to a die assembly through which the flowable material is delivered to form a sheet layer. The polymer filter assembly has a polymer filter frame that supports processing components for the flowable material and a support assembly for the polymer filter frame. The support assembly includes components cooperating between the polymer filter frame and a base upon which the polymer filter frame is supported to allow controlled relative vertical movement between the polymer filter frame and base to thereby permit controlled alignment between the polymer filter frame and at least one of: a) an upstream component that delivers flowable material from the supply; and b) the die assembly. 1. A polymer filter assembly through which flowable material from a supply is directed for processing before passing to a die assembly through which the flowable material is delivered to form a sheet layer , the polymer filter assembly comprising:a polymer filter frame that supports processing components for the flowable material; anda support assembly for the polymer filter frame, the support assembly comprising:components cooperating between the polymer filter frame and a base upon which the polymer filter frame is supported to allow controlled relative vertical movement between the polymer filter frame and base to thereby permit controlled alignment between the polymer filter frame and at least one of: a) an upstream component that delivers flowable material from the supply; and b) the die assembly.2. The polymer filter assembly according to wherein the cooperating components comprise a plurality of spring assemblies that act between the polymer filter frame and base and exert an upward biasing force upon the polymer filter frame.3. The polymer filter assembly according to wherein at least one of the spring assemblies comprises a first part movable vertically with the polymer ...

Filter Apparatus with Ejection Arrangement

A filter cartridge including catches for ejecting the filter cartridge from a filter housing as the filter cartridge and filter housing are removed from a filter base is provided. The catches are configured to engage corresponding catches of the filter base to limit axial motion of the filter cartridge as the filter cartridge and filter housing are threadedly removed from the filter base.

VESSEL SCREEN RETAINING SYSTEM AND METHOD

Certain embodiments include a screen assembly of a vessel, where the screen assembly includes a plurality of fixed elements and a retainer, and the retainer includes a ring, a plurality of wedges disposed about the ring, and a plurality of keyholes at spaced locations about the ring. Each keyhole includes a bore and a slot extending from the bore into an adjacent wedge of the plurality of wedges, the slots have a width less than the bores, and the retainer may receive the fixed elements through the bores and may be rotated in a relation with the plurality of fixed elements to bring the plurality of fixed elements into simultaneous engagement with the wedges. 128-. (canceled)29. A screen assembly of an impregnator vessel , the screen assembly comprising:a plurality of fixed elements; a ring;', 'a plurality of wedges disposed about the ring; and', 'a plurality of keyholes at spaced locations about the ring;', 'each keyhole comprising a bore and a slot extending from the bore into an adjacent wedge of the plurality of wedges, the slots having a width less than the bores, whereby the retainer may receive the fixed elements through the bores and may be rotated in a relation with the plurality of fixed elements to bring the plurality of fixed elements into simultaneous engagement with the wedges., 'a retainer comprising30. The screen assembly of claim 29 , wherein the ring of the retainer includes an outer ring and an inner ring.31. The screen assembly of claim 30 , wherein the retainer further comprises a pair of handles supported from the inner ring.32. The screen assembly of claim 29 , further comprising a screen claim 29 , the screen comprising:a screen disc body comprising a mesh interposed between first and second plates;each of the first and second plates including a ring superposable with the ring of the retainer and a perforated section adjacent the ring of the plate; anda pattern of apertures at spaced locations about the rings of the plates, the apertures ...

Waste Strainer

A strainer may include a basket portion and a handle or tower portion attached to the basket portion. The handle portion may project away from the basket portion and may be movable between a deployed position and a compressed position, for instance by applying a downward force on the handle portion. The top end of the handle portion may be above the flange of the basket portion, and the handle portion may include a plurality of openings to permit passage of liquid through the handle portion even if the basket portion is filled with waste. The handle portion may be formed of a plurality of sections, and the sections may fold over each other in an accordion configuration in the compressed position. The handle portion may also be resilient, such that the handle portion naturally returns to its deployed position after being moved into its compressed position. 1. A strainer comprising:a basket portion including a base surface provided at a base end, an outer basket wall projecting away from the base surface, a basket flange provided on the outer basket wall opposite the base end, and at least one basket opening to permit passage of liquid through the basket portion; anda handle portion attached to the basket portion and projecting away from the base end, the handle portion having a top end defined opposite the base end,wherein the basket flange is positioned between the top end and the base end in a deployed position.2. The strainer of wherein the handle portion is movable between the deployed position and a compressed position claim 1 , and the basket flange is positioned substantially flush with the top end or below edge of the basket flange in the compressed position.3. The strainer of wherein the handle portion further includes a dome provided proximate to the top end and a passage proximate to the dome.4. The strainer of wherein the handle portion is substantially hollow and the tower portion includes at least one handle opening to permit passage of liquid through ...

Liquid filter

A liquid filter for a motor vehicle may include a hollow cylindrical housing bowl, a cover that closes the housing bowl, a suspended, hollow cylindrical particle filter arranged in the housing bowl, a catch basin that is opened towards the cover, and an edge overflow. The particle filter may extend parallel to a longitudinal center axis of the housing bowl and may divide the housing bowl into a clean liquid chamber and into a raw liquid chamber. The raw liquid chamber may be fluidically connected to at least one inlet arranged in the cover and the clean liquid chamber to at least one outlet arranged in the cover.

CUSTOMIZABLE WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM

A water filtration system that is configurable by a user is provided. More specifically, the present disclosure relates to a water filtration system comprising a chemical filter with a vessel that has an internal chamber. A user may access the chamber to add or remove water filtration media from the chamber. The water filtration system may also include a mechanical filter. The user can change the arrangement of the filtration system and select one of the chemical and mechanical filters to first treat the untreated water. 1. A water filtration system configurable by a user , comprising:a chemical and/or biological filter including a vessel with an inlet and an outlet, the vessel including a chamber accessible by the user, the chamber configured to retain a predetermined quantity of chemical filtration media selected by the user; anda mechanical filter with pores of a size selected by the user.2. The water filtration system of claim 1 , wherein the chemical filter and the mechanical filter comprise a filter train that is configurable by the user.3. The water filtration system of claim 2 , wherein the chemical filter is positioned in the filter train upstream of the mechanical filter.4. The water filtration system of claim 2 , wherein the mechanical filter is positioned in the filter train upstream of the chemical filter.5. The water filtration system of claim 1 , wherein the vessel of the chemical filter comprises:a top portion including a plurality of apertures forming the vessel inlet;a bottom portion releasably interconnected to the top portion to form the vessel chamber, the bottom portion including the vessel outlet; anda downspout adapted to be interconnected to the vessel outlet of the bottom portion, the downspout adapted to receive a mechanical filter.6. The water filtration system of claim 5 , wherein the bottom portion of the chemical filter further comprises a flange projecting axially into the chamber claim 5 , the flange positioned proximate to a radial ...

Filter apparatus

A filter apparatus has a filter housing ( 1 ) accommodating at least one filter element ( 17 ) having an inner filter cavity ( 23 ) enclosed by a filter medium ( 27 ). The housing ( 1 ) contains an element bolder ( 19 ) that interacts with the filter element ( 17 ) located in its functional position. The element holder ( 19 ) has a projecting accommodating part ( 43 ) with an outer configuration adapted to the shape of an opening ( 37 ) located at the end of the filter element ( 17 ) to be secured to the element holder ( 19 ). The accommodating part ( 43 ) fits through the opening ( 37 ) of the filter element ( 17 ) located in the functional position.

Filter Cap with Insert

An insert for use with a filter cap is provided. The insert comprises a cover portion including a top surface, a bottom surface, and a hexagonal perimeter defining a center, and an attachment portion extending from the bottom surface of the cover portion including a cylindrical annular wall centered on the cover portion. 1. A filter cap comprising:a body including a generally hollow cylindrical configuration, defining a radial direction and a longitudinal axis, the body further including a cylindrical sidewall, an open end disposed along the axis, and an enclosed end disposed along the axis;a domed wall that encloses the filter cap at the enclosed end and that includes a hexagonal structure extending outwardly from the domed wall, wherein the hexagonal structure defines a hexagonal outer perimeter, an inner perimeter, and at least a first void disposed between the outer perimeter and the inner perimeter; andat least a first rib extending inwardly from the domed wall, the rib being disposed radially between the hexagonal structure and the cylindrical sidewall.2. The filter cap of wherein the inner perimeter of the hexagonal structure is circular and is radially centered on the axis.3. The filter cap of further comprising a plurality of ribs extending inwardly from the dome wall claim 1 , defining a circular array about the axis.4. The filter cap of further comprising an inwardly extending attachment structure that is centered about the axis.5. The filter cap of wherein the inwardly extending attachment structure includes an annular circular wall that is centered about the axis.6. The filter cap of wherein annular circular wall defines a central attachment aperture.7. The filter cap of wherein the annular circular wall defines a core out aperture that is in communication with or terminates above the central attachment aperture along the axis.8. The filter cap of wherein the annular circular wall defines a radially outer surface claim 5 , a radially inner surface claim ...

Candle Filter Support and Plate Assembly for Polymer Melts

A polymer melt candle filter having a support which comprises a hollow cylindrical body defined by a first end, a second end, and a cylinder wall having a first end portion and a second end portion. The first end portion includes a screw thread on its outside surface and optionally a hex fitting on its inside surface for receiving a hex wrench. The second end portion includes a plurality of holes in the cylinder wall. The area of the openings of the holes on the outside surface of the cylinder wall may be larger than the area of the openings of the corresponding holes on the inside surface of the cylinder wall. The shape of the openings of the holes on the outside surface may be non-circular. A polymer melt filter plate assembly which comprises (a) a support plate comprising a plurality of threaded holes; (b) at least one filter which is screwed into at least one of the threaded holes via the screw thread on the outside surface of the first end portion of the filter support; (c) a tie rod with (i) a first end extending through a hole in a cone insert and a cap located at the second end of the filter support, and (ii) a second end extending through a threaded hole in the support plate; and (d) a cross bar which is attached to the second end of the tie rod for holding the support plate inside a shaft of an apparatus for filtering a polymer melt. 1. A polymer melt filter support comprising:a hollow cylindrical body defined by a first end, a second end, and a cylinder wall having a first end portion and a second end portion;a screw thread on the outside surface of the first end portion;a plurality of holes in the cylinder wall at the second end portion;an opening at the second end;a cone insert adapted to fit inside of the second end opening; anda cap for securing one or more filter elements around the second end portion of the cylindrical body,wherein the cone insert and the cap have a hole through their axes for accommodating a tie rod,wherein the holes allow for a ...

A FILTER INSERT AND A FILTER ARRANGEMENT

A filter insert is provided for being removably arranged in a compartment in a filter housing, which filter housing has a filter insert access opening which is adapted for being opened and closed, respectively, via a filter housing counterpart, wherein the filter insert includes a filter material body, a first end panel arranged on a first side of the filter material body, wherein the first end panel includes an arrangement for sealing engagement with the filter housing counterpart, and at least care recess formed in a radially outer peripheral surface for engagement with a radially inwards extending projection of the lifter housing, which when engaged rotationally lock the filter insert from rotation relative to the filter housing during attachment of the filter housing counterpart relative to the filter housing. 1. A filter insert for being removably arranged in a compartment in a filter housing , which filter housing has a filter insert access opening which is adapted for being opened and closed , respectively , via a filter housing counterpart , wherein the filter insert comprisesa filter material body,a first end panel arranged on a first side of the filter material body, wherein the first end panel comprises a means for sealing engagement with the filter housing counterpart,a second end panel arranged on a second side of the filter material body opposite the first end panel, wherein the second end panel comprises a means for sealing engagement with a bottom end wall of the filter housing, whereinthe first end panel comprises at least one recess formed in a radially outer peripheral surface for engagement with a radially inwards extending projection of the filter housing, for rotationally locking the filter insert relative the filter housing when in use, and the second end panel is provided with a recesses formed in a radially outer peripheral surface arranged for movement of the second end panel past the radial projection of the filter housing during insertion ...

Filter Element

A sub-component of a replaceable filter element that is interfacably sealing a standpipe includes an end cap, said second end cap defining a first central opening; a central tube extending from the first central opening of the second end cap, wherein the central tube defines an inner surface, an outer surface and a top surface, wherein the top surface defines a second central opening, wherein the central tube includes an actuator excluding keys, free ends, or projections; and a standpipe seal disposed proximate the top surface of the central tube, wherein the standpipe seal defines a third central opening. 112-. (canceled)13. A sub-assembly of a replaceable filter element , the sub-assembly comprising:an end cap defining a first central opening;a central tube integrally connected to the end cap and circumscribing the first central opening, wherein the central tube includes a proximal end that is integrally connected to the end cap and a distal end opposite the proximal end, wherein the distal end includes a first flange that projects radially inwardly from an inner side surface of the central tube to define a top surface and a second central opening; anda seal disposed at least proximate the top surface of the distal end of the central tube, at least a portion of the seal being disposed adjacent an outer side surface of the central tube, and the seal defining a second flange that projects radially inwardly from an inner side surface of the seal,wherein the first flange and the second flange define an annular void that extends along the inner side surface of the seal between the top surface of the distal end of the central tube and a bottom surface of the first flange.14. The sub-assembly of the replaceable filter element of claim 13 , wherein the central tube includes an outer side surface extending between the proximal end and the distal end claim 13 , wherein the outer side surface extends substantially perpendicularly with respect to an upper surface of the end ...

PUSH FILTER WITH FLOATING KEY LOCK

A filter housing assembly for fluid filtration which may be attached to, and removed from, a filter base by a push-actuated release. The filter housing assembly has a top portion with an ingress port and egress port extending therefrom, and a protrusion extending from the filter housing longitudinally axial center. The ingress and egress port are formed in an hourglass shape. A filter key having a base with a groove for mating with said projection, at least one finger extending from said base, and an electronic circuit component housing attached thereto for receiving a printed circuit board, is connected to the filter housing top portion by mating said top portion protrusion with the filter key groove. Both of said ingress and egress port have at least one cavity for the passage of fluid therethrough, where each cavity is exposed in a direction facing away from the printed circuit board. 1. A filter cartridge assembly comprising:a housing having a substantially cylindrical body, and a top portion for forming a fluid-tight seal with the body, the housing top portion including:an ingress port and an egress port, each extending vertically upwards from said filter cartridge housing top portion in a direction parallel to an axial center line of said filter cartridge assembly, wherein each of said ingress port and egress port have at least one portion or segment approximately cylindrical in cross-section, including a first segment forming a top portion of said ingress port and egress port, a third segment adjacent said housing top portion, and a second segment located between said first and third segments having at least one aperture or cavity for fluid flow, the first segment and third segment having approximately a same first diameter, and the second segment having a second diameter unequal to the first diameter; anda filter key located on the housing top portion for mating attachment to a filter base, the filter key having a filter key base with an exposed front face, ...

LIQUID FILTER DEVICE

A liquid filter device may include a filter housing and a ring filter element arranged in the filter housing. The filter housing may include a filter housing cover and a filter housing pot connectable tightly therewith via a housing seal. A discharge channel, a central clean channel, and a vent channel may be disposed in the filter housing pot. The ring filter element may include an upper end plate, a lower end plate, and a pleated star. When the liquid filter device is in an operating state, a pin arranged on the lower end plate may be disposed in and seal the discharge channel via a first seal, a second seal arranged on the lower end plate may be disposed against a surface of the clean channel, and a third seal arranged on the upper end plate may be disposed against a surface of the vent channel. 1. A liquid filter device , comprising:a filter housing including a filter housing cover and a filter housing pot connectable tightly therewith via a housing seal;a discharge channel, a central clean channel, and a vent channel disposed in the filter housing pot, the vent channel arranged in the clean channel;a ring filter element arranged in the filter housing, the ring filter element including an upper end plate, a lower end plate, and a pleated star arranged between the upper end plate and the lower end plate;an axially and eccentrically protruding pin arranged on the lower end plate, the pin disposed in the discharge channel and tightly engaging the discharge channel via a first seal when the liquid filter device is in an operating state;a central second seal arranged on the lower end plate, the second seal disposed tightly against an outer peripheral surface of the clean channel separating a raw side from a clean side when the liquid filter device is in the operating state;a third seal arranged on the upper end plate, the third seal disposed tightly against an outer peripheral surface of the vent channel separating the raw side from the clean side when the liquid ...

FILTER APPARATUS WITH EJECTION ARRANGEMENT

A filter cartridge including catches for ejecting the filter cartridge from a filter housing as the filter cartridge and filter housing are removed from a filter base is provided. The catches are configured to engage corresponding catches of the filter base to limit axial motion of the filter cartridge as the filter cartridge and filter housing are threadedly removed from the filter base. 120-. (canceled)21. A filter cartridge comprising:a tubular ring of filter media;a first end cap attached to a first end of the filter media;a filter cartridge abutment catch including an axially extending leg portion and a head portion extending radially from the leg portion, the radially extending head portion defining an abutment surface axially facing towards the filter media; anda radially outward directed first seal carried by the first end cap proximate a radially outer rim of the first end cap and being positioned radially outward beyond the filter cartridge abutment catch.22. The filter cartridge of claim 21 , wherein the filter cartridge abutment catch is part of the first end cap claim 21 , the leg portion extending axially outward from a body portion of the first end cap and away from the filter media claim 21 , the head portion extending radially over a portion of the body portion and forming an undercut region therebetween.23. The filter cartridge of claim 22 , wherein the head portion has an axially tapered end face that faces generally axially away from the filter media.24. The filter cartridge of claim 23 , wherein the axially tapered end face also faces radially outward and away from a center of the filter cartridge.25. The filter cartridge of claim 23 , wherein the axially tapered end face also faces radially inward and toward a center of the filter cartridge.26. The filter cartridge of claim 21 , further comprising a central hub claim 21 , the central hub carrying a second seal for sealing with a filter base; the filter cartridge abutment catch being radially ...

Ripcord Locking Methods

A connection includes a first component, a second component, a cord member, a detent, and a catch assembly. The first component has an opening with an inner surface and a first annular groove disposed about the inner surface. The second component has a top end configured to fit in the opening. The top end has an outer surface with a second annular groove disposed about the outer surface. The first annular groove and the second annular groove are configured to form a channel in response to being disposed in cooperative alignment. The cord member is configured to be removably inserted into the channel to secure the first component to the second component. The detent is disposed on the cord member. The catch assembly is configured to engage the detent and provide resistance to movement of the cord member relative to the catch assembly. 1. A connection comprising:a first component having an opening with an inner surface and a first annular groove disposed about the inner surface;a second component having a top end configured to fit in the opening, the top end having an outer surface with a second annular groove disposed about the outer surface, wherein the first annular groove and the second annular groove are configured to form a channel in response to being disposed in cooperative alignment;a cord member configured to be removably inserted into the channel to secure the first component to the second component;a detent disposed on the cord member; anda catch assembly configured to engage the detent and provide resistance to movement of the cord member relative to the catch assembly.2. The connection according to claim 1 , wherein the detent is one of a pair of detents claim 1 , a first detent of the pair of detents is disposed proximal to a tip of the cord member and the catch assembly is configured to engage the first detent to prevent the cord member from being removed from the catch assembly.3. The connection according to claim 2 , further comprising:a second detent ...

Fluid Filter for a Motor Vehicle and Filter Cartridge for a Fluid Filter

A fluid filter for a motor vehicle includes a filter housing and a filter cartridge which is disposable in the filter housing. The filter housing has a housing pot and a covering element where the filter cartridge is connectable to the housing pot by rotating around a longitudinal axis of the filter cartridge. A holding element having a web is disposed on an end plate of the filter cartridge where the web protrudes from a wall of the holding element and where the wall is formed to be spiral shaped radially to the longitudinal axis. The web of the holding element is engageable behind a holding web in a mounting position of the filter cartridge where the holding web projects at a constant distance from a wall, formed to be spiral shaped radially to the longitudinal axis, of a counter bearing disposed on the housing pot. 113.-. (canceled)14. A fluid filter for a motor vehicle , comprising:a filter housing; anda filter cartridge which is disposable in the filter housing;wherein the filter housing comprises a housing pot and a covering element, wherein the filter cartridge has a filter material, and wherein the filter cartridge is connectable to the housing pot of the filter housing by rotating around a longitudinal axis of the filter cartridge;wherein a holding element having a web is disposed on an end plate of the filter cartridge, wherein the web protrudes from a wall of the holding element, and wherein the wall is formed to be spiral shaped radially to the longitudinal axis;wherein the web of the holding element is engageable behind a holding web in a mounting position of the filter cartridge, wherein the holding web projects at a constant distance from a wall, formed to be spiral shaped radially to the longitudinal axis, of a counter bearing disposed on the housing pot.15. The fluid filter according to claim 14 , wherein the counter bearing is formed integrally with a base of the housing pot.16. The fluid filter according to claim 14 , wherein the housing pot has a ...

FILTER ASSEMBLY WITH FILTER ELEMENT ENDCAP HAVING INTEGRAL EXTERNAL ROUNDED POLYGON SHAPED SEALING SURFACE

A filter assembly includes a cylindrical filter housing, a filter element housing plate positioned between a high pressure and a low pressure side of the filter housing, the filter element housing plate having a plurality of one female cavities, and a plurality of replaceable filter elements within the filter housing. Each replaceable filter element has an endcap with an external rounded polygon shaped sealing surface engaging peripheral surfaces of an associated female cavity of the filter element housing plate and sealing against peripheral surfaces of the female cavity of the filter element housing plate. 1. A filter assembly comprising:a filter element housing plate positioned between a high pressure and a low pressure side of the assembly and the filter element housing plate having at least one female cavity;at least one replaceable filter element within the filter assembly, each replaceable filter element having an endcap with an external rounded polygon shaped sealing surface engaging peripheral surfaces of an associated female cavity of the filter element housing plate and sealing against peripheral surfaces of the female cavity of the filter element housing plate.2. The filter assembly according to wherein the filter element housing plate includes a plurality of female cavities each configured to selectively receive a replaceable filter element therein.3. The filter assembly according to wherein each endcap having integral external rounded polygon shaped sealing surface is sized to fit into the female cavities of the housing plate and have an outer O-ring seal against a side of the female cavity.4. The filter assembly according to wherein each endcap having integral external rounded polygon shaped sealing surface has a bottom thereof rest upon a ledge of the female cavity.5. The filter assembly according to wherein the housing plate includes at least one latch for each filter element that engage with and secures onto the endcap of the filter element to ...

KEY STRUCTURE FOR INSTALLING A FILTER CARTRIDGE ON A CYLINDER AND RELATED FILTER DEVICE

A key structure includes a main body and a resilient arm. The main body extends along a horizontal direction and includes a combining portion for combination with a filter cartridge. The resilient arm is connected to the main body and extends along a vertical direction substantially perpendicular to the horizontal direction downwardly. An engaging hook is formed on an end of the resilient arm for engaging with a positioning recess on the cylinder. Therefore, the filter cartridge can be installed on the cylinder easily by engagement of the engaging hook and the positioning recess. 1. A key structure for installing a filter cartridge on a cylinder , the key structure comprising:a main body extending along a horizontal direction and comprising a combining portion for being combined with the filter cartridge; anda resilient arm connected to the main body and extending along a vertical direction substantially perpendicular to the horizontal direction downwardly, an engaging hook being formed on an end of the resilient arm for engaging with a positioning recess on the cylinder.2. The key structure of claim 1 , further comprising at least one fixing lug connected to the main body and extending along the vertical direction downwardly claim 1 , an abutting portion being formed on the at least one fixing lug and extending along the horizontal direction claim 1 , and the abutting portion abutting against a protruding rim on an end surface of the cylinder when the engaging hook engages with the positioning recess.3. The key structure of claim 1 , further comprising at least one operating rib connected to the main body and extending along the vertical direction upwardly claim 1 , and the at least one operating rib driving the main body to rotate relative to the cylinder when the at least one operating rib is operated.4. The key structure of claim 1 , further comprising at least one strengthening rib disposed on the main body for strengthening a structural strength of the key ...

FILTER DEVICE

A filter device for filtering hydraulic liquid is provided, which has a housing having a housing upper part and a housing lower part. The housing upper part has a housing inlet and a housing outlet. A filter element is arranged in the housing lower part. The filter element has a dirty side in communication with the housing inlet and a clean side in communication with the housing outlet. The housing upper part comprises a convexly curved interior wall. An insertable flow-guiding element is arranged in the housing upper part which divides the housing upper part into a dirty region and a clean region. The dirty region is in communication with the dirty side of the filter element and the housing inlet opens into the dirty region. The clean region is in communication with the clean side of the filter element and the housing outlet leads out of the clean region. 1. Filter device for filtering a hydraulic liquid , comprising a housing having a housing upper part and a housing lower part that is releasably connectable to the housing upper part , wherein the housing upper part has a housing inlet for hydraulic liquid that is to be filtered and a housing outlet for hydraulic liquid that has been filtered and wherein a filter element is arranged in the housing lower part whose dirty side is in flow communication with the housing inlet and whose clean side is in flow communication with the housing outlet , wherein the housing upper part comprises an interior wall that is curved convexly outward along the entire circumference thereof and wherein an insertable flow-guiding element is arranged in the housing upper part which divides the interior space of the housing upper part in a dirty region and a clean region , wherein the dirty region is in flow communication with the dirty side of the filter element and the housing inlet opens into the dirty region and wherein the clean region is in flow communication with the clean side of the filter element and the housing outlet leads out ...

Device For Filtering A Plastic Melt

A device for filtering a plastic melt, including a housing and a filter pin which is axially and/or radially movable therein. In a working position of the filter pin, plastic melt passes from an inlet channel, through a filtering mechanism, which is detachably fastened to the filter pin, to an outlet channel. In a filter change position of the filter pin, the filtering mechanism is freely accessible for replacing the filtering mechanism, and wherein at least one drainage channel is formed in the filter pin. In a start-up position of the filter pin, one end of the at least one drainage channel is in fluid connection with the at least one inlet channel in order to receive the plastic melt that is fed through the at least one inlet channel and to output the plastic melt at another end of the at least one drainage channel. 1. A device for filtering a plastic melt , comprising a housing which has at least one inlet channel and at least one outlet channel for the plastic melt ,wherein the at least one inlet channel is separated from the at least one outlet channel by at least one cavity for accommodating at least one filter pin which is axially and/or radially movable therein,wherein the at least one filter pin has a filter section to which at least one filtering means is detachably fastened so that the filter section of the at least one filter pin and the at least one filtering means define a filtrate cavity,wherein, in a working position of the filter pin, the plastic melt can pass from the at least one inlet channel through the filtering means to the filtrate cavity and the filtrate cavity is in fluid connection with the at least one outlet channel, andwherein, in a filter change position of the filter pin, the filtering means is freely accessible for replacing the filtering means, andat least one drainage channel is formed in the filter pin, wherein, in a start-up position of the filter pin, one end of the at least one drainage channel is in fluid connection with the ...

Easy clean catalyst filter basket

A catalyst filter basket for containing catalyst material within a catalytic chemical reactor. The catalyst filter basket includes a central frame having a base ring and a generally cylindrical inner screen portion which extends upwardly from the base ring. A generally cylindrical outer screen assembly is releasably secured to the central frame by a quick release mechanism.

SPIN-ON FILTER WITH EXTERNAL THREADS AND METHODS

A filter arrangement for threadably securing to a filter head includes a housing having a surrounding wall defining an interior volume, an open mouth providing access to the interior volume and an end opposite of the open mouth. The surrounding wall has an exterior and an interior. A filter media construction is operably held within the interior volume. A sleeve, distinct from the housing, is secured to the exterior of the surrounding wall adjacent to the housing mouth and extending partially along the surrounding wall. The sleeve has an exterior and an interior. The exterior of the sleeve defines mounting threads constructed and arranged to removably mount with the filter head, when the filter arrangement is secured to the filter head. The interior of the sleeve is against the exterior of the surrounding wall. A first seal member is oriented against the sleeve to create a seal with a filter head, when the filter arrangement is secured to the filter head. A filter assembly includes a filter arrangement and a filter head. The filter arrangement is removably secured to the filter head by a threaded connection between the sleeve and the filter head. A system includes an engine utilizing a liquid and a filter assembly in fluid communication with the engine to filter the liquid. Methods of making filter arrangements include utilizing structures characterized above. 1. A filter arrangement for threadably securing to a filter head , the filter arrangement comprising:(a) a housing having a surrounding wall defining an interior volume, an open mouth providing access to the interior volume, and an end opposite of the open mouth; the surrounding wall having an exterior and an interior; (i) a cylindrical arrangement of filter media;', '(ii) a first end cap secured to an end of the filter media;', '(iii) a second end cap secured to an end of the filter media opposite of the first end cap;', '(iv) a filter element seal member held by the first end cap; and', '(v) an inner filter ...

Oil filter

The present invention relates to a filter element comprising an oil filter port adapted to be in fluid communication with an oil port of an engine the oil filter port includes threads for attaching the filter element in the oil port of the engine. Thus, the inventors realized that by providing the oil port with threads, the oil port of the filter element may be tightened in the oil port of the engine to in this way ensure axial locking of the filter element in the engine. The present invention also relation to a corresponding filter housing.

OIL FILTER DESIGN AND OIL FILTER HOUSING

The present invention relates to a filter element for an oil filter, configured to be releasably lockable in a filter housing comprising a circumferential locking mechanism. The invention further relates to a corresponding filter housing for accommodating the filter element. 1. A filter element for an oil filter , configured to be releasably lockable in a filter housing comprising a circumferential locking mechanism , the filter element comprising:an oil filter port adapted to be in fluid communication with an oil port of an engine, the oil filter port is arranged one distal end of the filter element;a filter medium adapted to capture contaminants in oil passing through the filter medium;a circumferential locking mechanism arranged on the other distal end of the filter element, on an opposite side of the filter medium,wherein the locking mechanism is configured to cooperate with the filter housing locking mechanism to lock the filter element in place by a rotational motion of the filter element with respect to the filter housing while applying an axial force for pushing the filter element into the filter housing,wherein the filter element comprises a receiving surface adapted for receiving a counter-force from the filter housing when the axial force is applied, wherein the distance between the receiving surface and the locking mechanism of the filter element is adapted such that the filter element is configured to latch into a locked position in the filter housing under the influence of the counter-force.2. The filter element according to claim 1 , wherein the locking mechanism of the filter element comprises at least one locking member configured to latch onto matching locking members of the filter housing.3. The filter element according to claim 1 , wherein the locking mechanism of the filter element comprises at least two locking members circumferentially arranged with respect to each other.4. The filter element according to claim 2 , wherein the locking ...

OIL FILTER WITH REPLACEABLE FILTER CORE

An oil filter with replaceable filter core is disclosed and includes a detachable seal cap, so that a user could open the seal cap and individually replace a broken filter core in the oil filter without discarding other parts remain intact, so as to avoid unnecessary waste and further contribute to environmental protection and resources conservation. 1. An oil filter with replaceable filter core , comprising:an outer shell including a main body and a seal cap, wherein the main body is made of a material with a thermal conductivity greater than and with a specific weight smaller than iron; the main body is in a cylinder shape with an opening on a top of the main body and has an inlet for a machine oil to flow in and an outlet for the machine oil to flow out; the seal cap is detachably engaged with the main body to seal the opening; anda filter core disposed inside the outer shell, wherein the filter core is located on a path that the machine oil flows.2. The oil filter with replaceable filter core as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising a check valve disposed between the inlet of the main body and the filter core for preventing the machine oil from reversely flowing out via the inlet of the main body.3. The oil filter with replaceable filter core as claimed in claim 1 , wherein an inside of the main body has a tube; the tube is in a hollow structure with a first opening and a second opening formed on two ends of the tube; a wall of the tube has a plurality of holes; the first opening communicates with the outlet of the main body; the filter core fits around an outer portion of the tube.4. The oil filter with replaceable filter core as claimed in claim 3 , wherein a first unidirectional valve is disposed on the first opening of the tube; the machine oil flows into the tube through the plurality of holes and passes through the first unidirectional valve and flows out through the outlet; the first unidirectional valve is adapted to prevent the machine oil from ...

INDEXING FILTER APPARATUS AND METHOD OF USE

A filter holder is disclosed comprising a base for supporting the filter holder on a work surface and a holder arm attacked to the base. The holder arm comprises a base end and an indexing axis passing through the base end. A rotor is rotatably connected to the base end and comprises a plurality of filter cradles each arranged generally parallel to the indexing axis and affixed to the rotor such that, when the holder arm is in the indexing position, the rotor is rotatable about the indexing axis to move a selected filter cradle into a loading position. 1. A filter holder comprising:a base for supporting the filter holder on a work surface; a base end; and', 'an indexing axis passing through the base end;, 'a holder arm attached to the base, the holder arm comprisinga rotor rotatably connected to the base end and comprising a plurality of filter cradles each arranged generally parallel to the indexing axis and affixed to the rotor such that, when the holder arm is in the indexing position, the rotor is rotatable about the indexing axis to move a selected filter cradle into a loading position.2. The filter holder of wherein the plurality of filter cradles are arranged in a generally circular pattern about the indexing axis.3. The filter holder of wherein the plurality of filter cradles comprises one of two claim 2 , three claim 2 , four claim 2 , five claim 2 , or six filter cradles spaced equidistantly about the indexing axis.4. The filter holder of wherein the loading position is an ergonomic loading position.5. The filter holder of wherein the holder arm is attached to the base by a tilting mechanism at a tilt axis claim 4 , the holder arm being tiltable about the tilt axis to a service position and an indexing position.6. The filter holder of wherein the tilt axis is orthogonal to the indexing axis.7. The filter holder of wherein the rotor is also rotatable about the indexing axis when the holder arm is in the service position.8. The filter holder of wherein at ...

MODULAR STORMWATER FILTRATION

A modular drainage filtration apparatus comprising a filtration container having an open-ended structure with a shape determined by the number of walls used during assembly, each wall being formed from a generally flat sheet of a rigid material and comprising a flat body portion with a plurality of formed tabs and an upper and lower overhanging portion, the walls being assembled to form a filtration container enclose an interior region and having open and opposite upper and lower faces and a plurality of filtration units each comprising a flat filter stage configured to be placed within a filtration container. 1. An apparatus for modular drainage filtration , comprising:a modular filtration container having an open-ended structure and comprising a plurality of at least semi-rigid walls, each wall being formed from or machined into a single sheet of at least semi-rigid material and configured to be assembled to form a container enclosing an inner region and having open and opposite upper and lower base surfaces to form an open-ended structure with the number of side rectangle faces being determined by the number of walls used during assembly;a plurality of filter stages each comprising at least a flat sheet or panel of filter material configured to filter a fluid passing through the filter material, and configured to conform to the shape of an open base of an assembled modular filtration container;wherein at least a portion of the plurality of walls each respectively comprise at least an upper overhanging portion comprising a rigid portion of material oriented perpendicular to an upper edge of the wall and oriented away from an inner region enclosed by the assembled container;wherein at least a portion of the plurality of walls each respectively comprise at least a lower overhanging portion comprising a rigid portion of material oriented perpendicular to a lower edge of the wall and oriented inward toward an inner region enclosed by the assembled container;wherein at ...

FILTRATION ASSEMBLY COMPRISING A FILTERING CARTRIDGE AND AN AUXILIARY DEVICE

A filtration assembly for a vehicle fluid extends along an axis and includes a filtering cartridge and an auxiliary device. Cartridge members and device members are configurable in engagement and disengagement configurations. The cartridge members are positioned on an end plate of the filtering cartridge and include blocking groups, each having a stem and a tooth positioned at a stem end projecting laterally defining, with the stem, an engagement undercut. The device members include a housing region and a lug. In the engagement configuration, the tooth snap-fits in the respective housing region, and the lug is housed in the undercut. The cartridge and device members include a cartridge and device edges to engage in rotary disengagement, in which the cartridge edge and the device edge identifies a ramp. In engagement between the cartridge and device edges, the blocking group elastically flexes radially so the tooth leaves the housing region. 1. Filtration assembly of a fluid of a vehicle which extends along an axis and comprises:i) a filtering cartridge;ii) an auxiliary device;ii) engagement/disengagement means device comprising cartridge members comprised in the filtering cartridge and device members comprised in the auxiliary device, respectively shaped to be configurable in an engagement configuration by a reciprocal axial action along the axis and in a disengagement configuration by a reciprocal action of rotation about the axis;wherein the filtering cartridge comprises at an axial end an end plate on which said cartridge members are positioned extending substantially parallel and about the axis;wherein the cartridge members comprise at least two blocking groups, each of the blocking groups comprising a stem and at least one tooth positioned at an axial end of the stem projecting laterally in a circumferential or tangential direction, defining with the stem an engagement undercut;wherein the device members comprise at least one housing region and a lug;wherein, ...

PUSH FILTER WITH FLOATING KEY LOCK

A filter assembly for fluid filtration having a push-activated lock and release mechanism. A push filter design activates a floating key lock upon insertion and extraction, where the filter key may be used simultaneously as a lock and as an identifier for particular filter attributes. The filter base may be situated inline, and in fluid communication, with influent and effluent piping, such as within a refrigerator. The filter housing assembly may be attached to, and removed from, the filter base by a push-actuated release. Upon insertion, the filter key shifts the filter lock longitudinally to receive interlocking segments. Upon extraction, the same axial push shifts the filter lock further to align the interlocking fingers within gaps that allow for easy extraction. The specific key lock design allows a user to identify and match certain filter configurations received by the mechanical support, and reject other filter configurations. 1. A method for attaching a filter housing assembly to a filter base , comprising:inserting ingress and egress ports of said filter housing assembly into ingress and egress stanchions of said filter base to generate a resilient extraction force in an axial insertion direction;inserting a filter key of said filter housing assembly, said filter key having an extended finger, into a slidable lock having a drive key, whereby said filter key extended finger slidingly contacts said drive key to shift said slidable lock in a direction transverse to the axial insertion direction of the filter key, thereby generating a resilient retraction force; andreleasing said filter housing assembly so that said resilient extraction force moves said filter housing assembly slightly in an axial extraction direction and said resilient retraction force acts on said slidable lock to align said filter key extended finger with said floating lock drive key, such that extraction of said filter housing assembly is prohibited.2. A method for attaching a filter ...

FIXING DEVICE AND A WATER FILTER HAVING THE SAME

A fixing device is adapted for installing on a water filter which includes a base seat and an outer shell. The fixing device includes first and second curved members adapted to be clipped on a junction between the base seat and the outer shell, and a fixing module. The fixing module includes a hook member and a fastener unit that includes a handle member and a ring member which is removably engaged with the hook member. The handle member is pivotable between a fastened position and a released position, where the ring member is permitted to be disengaged from the hook member to release the first and second curved members from the junction between the base seat and the outer shell. A water filter including the fixing device is also provided. 1. A fixing device adapted for installing on a water filter , the water filter including a base seat and an outer shell that is coupled to the base seat , said fixing device comprising:first and second curved members adapted to be clipped on a junction between the base seat and the outer shell, each of said first and second curved members having longitudinally-opposite first and second end portions, an inner surface that faces the junction between the base seat and the outer shell and that extends from said first end portion to said second end portion, and an outer surface that is opposite to said inner surface and that extends from said first end portion to said second end portion;a hinge unit connecting said second end portion of said first curved member and said first end portion of said second curved member such that said first and second curved members are pivotable relative to each other; and a hook member that is mounted on said second end portion of said second curved member, and', 'a fastener unit that is mounted on said first end portion of said first curved member, and that includes a handle member connected to said first end portion of said first curved member, and a ring member pivotally connected to said handle ...

FILTER BASE FOR ELECTRONIC CONNECTION TO MATING FILTER HOUSING ASSEMBLY

A filter base for receiving a mating filter housing assembly having a base platform having fluid ingress and egress stanchions, and a wire harness assembly including a connector housing integral with or connected to the base platform for establishing an electrical connection between the filter base and the mating filter housing assembly. The wire harness assembly having conductors extending between first and second connectors, with one or more resilient contacts provided on the second connector. The contacts are flexible from a first position to a second position when curved contact sections of the one or more contacts engage a mating connection surface of the complementary mating filter housing assembly. The mating connection surface may be a circuit pad of a printed circuit board, wherein the contact curved contact sections are configured to be positioned in mechanical and electrical engagement with the circuit pads when the filter housing assembly is received within the filter base. 1. A filter base for releasably connecting to a complementary mating filter housing assembly comprising:a base platform having fluid ingress and egress stanchions extending in an axial direction; anda floating lock in sliding communication with said base platform, having a bottom surface, a top surface, longitudinal or long sides, and lateral or short sides, said floating lock including:at least one protrusion or drive key on said longitudinal sides extending inwards in a direction perpendicular to said longitudinal sides for contacting said complementary mating filter housing assembly, said at least one protrusion or drive key including a surface angled with respect to said axial direction and exposed at least in part towards said bottom surface; anda wire harness assembly for establishing an electrical connection between said filter base and said complementary mating filter housing assembly, said wire harness assembly including:a first connector;a second connector; andone or more ...

FILTER BASE FOR ELECTRONIC CONNECTION TO MATING FILTER HOUSING ASSEMBLY

A filter base for receiving a complementary mating filter housing assembly. The filter base includes a base platform having fluid ingress and egress stanchions, and a wire harness assembly including a connector housing integral with or connected to the base platform for establishing an electrical connection between the filter base and the filter housing assembly. The wire harness assembly includes conductors extending between first and second connectors, with one or more resilient contacts provided on the second connector. The connector housing has an upper surface and an oppositely facing lower surface and is dimensioned to receive a first end portion of the one or more contacts. The contacts are flexible from a first position to a second position when a mating portion of the one or more contacts engages a mating connection surface of the filter housing assembly. The mating connection surface may be a circuit pad of a printed circuit board, wherein the contact mating portions are configured to be positioned in mechanical and electrical engagement with the circuit pads when the filter housing assembly is received within the filter base. 1. A filter base for receiving a complementary mating filter housing assembly , said filter base comprising:a base platform having fluid ingress and egress stanchions; anda wire harness assembly for establishing an electrical connection between said filter base and said complementary mating filter housing assembly, said wire harness assembly including:a first connector;a second connector;conductors extending between said first and second connectors;one or more contacts provided on said second connector, said one or more contacts being flexible from a first position to a second position when a mating portion of said one or more contacts engages a mating connection surface of said complementary mating filter housing assembly; anda connector housing integral with or connected to said base platform, said connector housing having an upper ...

Oil filter adaptor and method of forming the same

The present invention in one or more embodiments provides an oil filter adaptor to engage an oil filter, where the oil filter adaptor includes a base and a neck extending from the base in a first direction and to engage the oil filter, the neck including a wall defining therein a passageway extending at least partially in the first direction, the wall defining thereupon a through-aperture extending in a wall thickness direction. The oil filter adaptor of the present invention may pre-discharge oil flowing out thereof when the oil filter is removed, avoiding oil splashing due to an otherwise large efflux of oil in a very short period of time.

SELF-ASSISTING ELEMENT REMOVAL FEATURES FOR A FILTRATION SYSTEM

A filtration assembly includes a filter housing and a filter element. The filter housing includes a base and a cover including an underside having one or more retainer features. The cover is removably coupled to the base. The filter element is removably installed within the base when the cover is coupled to the base. The filter element includes filter media and an endplate coupled to one end of the filter media. The endplate includes an outer perimeter and one or more engagement features protruding from the outer perimeter. The one or more engagement features engage the one or more retainer features in the cover upon installation of the endplate into the cover, thereby coupling the endplate to the cover. 1. A filtration assembly comprising:a filter housing comprising a base and a cover including an underside having one or more retainer features, the cover removably coupled to the base; and filter media; and', 'an endplate coupled to one end of the filter media, the endplate comprising an outer perimeter and one or more engagement features protruding from the outer perimeter, the one or more engagement features engaging the one or more retainer features in the cover upon installation of the endplate into the cover thereby coupling the endplate to the cover., 'a filter element removably installed within the base when the cover is coupled to the base, the filter element comprising2. The filtration assembly of claim 1 , wherein the endplate comprises a top surface and a bottom surface claim 1 , wherein the outer perimeter extends axially between the top surface and the bottom surface claim 1 , and wherein each of the one or more engagement features comprises a post and a tab claim 1 , the post positioned proximate the top surface and the tab positioned proximate the bottom surface.3. The filtration assembly of claim 2 , wherein each tab extends below the bottom surface of the endplate.4. The filtration assembly of claim 3 , wherein each of the one or more retainer ...

OIL FILTER EXTRACTOR TOOL

This invention relates to an oil filter extractor assembly for enabling the change of an oil filter. The oil filter extractor assembly for enabling the change of oil filter comprising: a first end having a handle means for threading the oil filter extractor assembly to the oil filter; a round plate; a second end having an external threads; and wherein the round plate presses against the seal of the oil filter to avoid spilling of the oil. The present invention provides an oil filter extractor assembly for changing the oil filter, which is easy to use & simple, safe, saving the time, manually operable, and avoiding any spillage of the oils on the vehicle or onto the ground. 1. An oil filter extractor tool , for enabling the change of an oil filter , comprising:a) a first end having a handle means for threading the oil filter extractor assembly to the oil filter;b) a round plate, wherein a diameter of the round plate is more than 2.88 inches;c) a second end having external threads; andwherein the round plate presses against the seal of the oil filter to avoid spilling of the oil.2. The oil filter extractor tool according to claim 1 , wherein the oil filter extractor assembly connects to the top of the oil filter.3. The oil filter extractor tool according to claim 1 , wherein the diameter of the round plate is 2.88 inch.4. The oil filter extractor tool according to claim 1 , wherein the second end having external threads which helps to fix the oil filter extractor assembly on the oil filter as a cap.5. The oil filter extractor tool according to claim 1 , wherein the oil filter extractor assembly is manually operated.6. The oil filter extractor tool according to claim 1 , wherein the handle enables pulling off the oil filter from a fender well.7. The oil filter extractor tool according to claim 6 , wherein the handle also enables placing back the oil filter through the fender well. Not applicableNot applicable.Not applicableThe present invention generally relates to the ...

FILTERING ASSEMBLY COMPRISING A FILTER CARTRIDGE

The present invention relates to a filtering assembly () for filtering at least one fluid circulating in particular in an engine or a hydraulic device, comprising: a filter body (), which comprises a vessel () and a head (), the vessel () and the head () being provided to engage with one another in order to close the filter body (), in particular by screwing; a tube (), in particular a central tube, which is inside the filter body () and extends along a longitudinal axis (X); a removable filtration cartridge () which is accommodated in the filter body () and includes an upper end plate (), a lower end plate () and a filtration medium () which extends between the upper () and lower () end plates, the filtering medium () having a tubular opening () for surrounding the tube (), characterized in that the upper end plate () comprises first reversible rigid-connection means () and in that the vessel () comprises second reversible rigid-connection means () which are complementary to the first reversible rigid-connection means (), such as to enable the filtration cartridge () to stay in position in the vessel on the one hand, and in the filtering assembly () on the other hand, only by rigidly connecting the first and second reversible rigid-connection means (). 110-. (canceled)11. A removable filtration cartridge configured for housing in a filter body of a filter assembly , the removable filtration cartridge for filtering at least a circulating fluid and comprising:an upper end cap,a lower end cap, anda filtration medium extending between the upper and lower end caps, the filtration medium having a tubular hole to surround a tube of the filter assembly, wherein the upper end cap is composed of a single part and comprises a first element and a second element, the upper end cap being formed by overmolding of the first element onto the second element,wherein in that the upper end cap has first reversible securing means, and wherein the filtration cartridge is configured to be ...

Skimmer Basket For Swimming Pools

The present disclosure provides a skimmer basket assembly. The skimmer basket assembly may include a basket, the bottom of which may include one or more flaps. A handle may be connected to the basket via one or more connectors configured to selectively expand and contract. The handle may include a trigger mechanism that is mechanically linked to the one or more flaps of the basket. The trigger mechanism may be configured to operate the one of more flaps of the basket upon manipulation of the trigger mechanism. The skimmer basket assembly may include a lid that is slidingly connected to the one or more connectors. The lid may be configured to receive the handle therein and substantially cover a top opening of the basket. 1. A skimmer basket assembly comprising:a basket having a bottom configured with one or more flaps;one or more connectors;a handle coupled to the basket via the one or more connectors, wherein the handle is mechanically coupled to the one or more flaps, wherein the handle is configured to selectively cause to open the one or more flaps, wherein the one or more connectors are configured to substantially expand, along an elongate axis of the respective connector, and increase a distance between the handle and a top rim of the basket; anda lid slidingly coupled to the one or more connectors, wherein the lid is configured to selectively and substantially cover a top opening of the basket.2. The skimmer basket assembly of claim 1 , wherein the one or more connectors are further configured to substantially contract claim 1 , along the elongate axis of the respective connector claim 1 , and decrease the distance between the handle and the top rim of the basket.3. The skimmer basket assembly of claim 1 , wherein the one or more connectors each comprise a first elongate component and a second elongate component slidingly coupled with the first elongate component claim 1 , wherein the one or more connectors are configured to expand via claim 1 , at least in ...

Filter housing with filter key attachment

A filter assembly for fluid filtration having a push-activated lock and release mechanism. A push filter design activates a filter key lock upon insertion and extraction, where the filter key may be used simultaneously as a lock and as an identifier for particular filter attributes. The filter housing assembly may be attached to, and removed from, a filter base by a push-actuated release. Upon insertion, the filter key shifts the filter lock longitudinally to receive interlocking segments. Upon extraction, the same axial push shifts the filter lock further to align the interlocking fingers within gaps that allow for easy extraction. The specific key lock design allows a user to identify and match certain filter configurations received by the mechanical support, and reject other filter configurations.

PURIFICATION COLUMN

A purification column is provided in which fluid is purified by flow through a purifying component. The column includes an annular wall defining a bore which, in use, contains the purifying component. The column further includes an inlet port to the bore comprising a first aperture through the annular wall, the inlet port being adjacent one end of the column. The column further includes an outlet port from the bore comprising a second aperture through the annular wall, the outlet port being adjacent the same end of the column as the inlet port. The column further includes a flow guidance device within the bore and removably connected to the inlet and outlet ports for guiding the fluid to the purifying component from the inlet port and for guiding the fluid from the purifying component to the outlet port. The flow guidance device maintains separation of the fluid flows to and from the purifying component. 1. A purification column in which a fluid is purified by flow through a purifying component , the purification column comprising:an annular wall defining a bore which, in use, contains the purifying component;an inlet port opening to the bore, said inlet port comprising a first aperture through said annular wall, said inlet port being adjacent one end of the purification column;an outlet port opening from the bore, said outlet port comprising a second aperture through said annular wall, said outlet port being adjacent the one end of the purification column;a flow guidance device within said bore and removably connected to said inlet port and said outlet port so as to guide the fluid to the purifying component from said inlet port and so as to guide the fluid from the purifying component to said outlet port, the flow guidance device maintaining separation of the fluid flows to and from the purifying component; andwherein said annular wall is an extruded body.2. The purification column of claim 1 , wherein said first and second apertures diametrically oppose each ...

FILTER BASE FOR ELECTRONIC CONNECTION TO MATING FILTER HOUSING ASSEMBLY

A filter base for receiving a mating filter housing assembly having a base platform having fluid ingress and egress stanchions, and a wire harness assembly including a connector housing integral with or connected to the base platform for establishing an electrical connection between the filter base and the mating filter housing assembly. The wire harness assembly having conductors extending between first and second connectors, with one or more resilient contacts provided on the second connector. The contacts are flexible from a first position to a second position when curved contact sections of the one or more contacts engage a mating connection surface of the complementary mating filter housing assembly. The mating connection surface may be a circuit pad of a printed circuit board, wherein the contact curved contact sections are configured to be positioned in mechanical and electrical engagement with the circuit pads when the filter housing assembly is received within the filter base. 1. A filter base for releasably receiving a complementary mating filter housing assembly comprising:a base platform having a top surface;a port for fluid ingress;a port for fluid egress;an upper ingress stanchion in fluid communication with said ingress port, said upper ingress stanchion extending perpendicularly upwards from said base platform top surface in an axial or vertical direction, said upper ingress stanchion including a first shutoff plug and a resilient member to apply axial or vertical force to said first shutoff plug to block fluid flow from said ingress port during extraction of said filter housing assembly;an upper egress stanchion in fluid communication with said egress port, said upper egress stanchion extending perpendicularly upwards from said base platform top surface in said axial or vertical direction, said upper egress stanchion including a second shutoff plug and a resilient member to apply axial or vertical force to said second shutoff plug to block fluid ...

REFRIGERATOR

A refrigerator includes a storeroom configured to have a pantry install part. The refrigerator also includes a pantry arranged in the pantry install part. The refrigerator also includes a filter case configured to receive a water filter and arranged in the pantry install part to be covered by the pantry. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a storeroom configured to have a pantry install part;a pantry arranged in the pantry install part; anda filter case configured to receive a water filter and arranged in the pantry install part to be covered by the pantry.2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the pantry comprisesa pantry box; anda pantry cover configured to cover the pantry box.3. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein at least a portion of the filter case is covered by the pantry box.4. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the water filter is detachably installed in the filter case.5. The refrigerator of claim 1 , further comprising: a water tank connected to the water filter.6. The refrigerator of claim 5 , wherein the water tank is arranged in the pantry install part to be covered by the pantry.7. The refrigerator of claim 5 , wherein the water filter and the water tank are arranged perpendicularly to each other.8. The refrigerator of claim 5 , wherein the water filter is arranged in a front-back direction of the storeroom claim 5 , and the water tank is arranged in a left-right direction of the storeroom.9. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein the pantry box comprises a filter container configured to receive the filter case.10. The refrigerator of claim 9 , wherein the filter container comprises a filter container body arranged in the pantry box to form a container room to receive the filter case.11. The refrigerator of claim 10 , wherein the filter container body comprises an opening formed for the filter case to be pulled in or pulled out.12. The refrigerator of claim 11 , wherein the opening is formed in at least a portion of a rear side of the pantry box.13. A ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MANIPULATING COMPONENTS OF A FILTRATION SYSTEM

The present disclosure relates to a tool and methods of using the tool to physically manipulate one or more filtration components, such as filter packs including stacked filtration discs. The tool may include two arms pivotally coupled to another, and may also have respective gripping portions configured to grasp an appropriate region of a filtration component. The arms may be movable toward and away from one another between grasping and non-grasping positions. When in the grasping position, the gripping portions may engage with a complementary coupling member of the filtration component(s). To separate one filtration component from another, the tool may be manipulated so as to decouple and lift the filtration component from a substrate. 1. A method of manipulating components of a filtration system , comprising:moving two adjacent arms of a tool away from one another to a non-grasping position, each of the arms having a respective gripping portion located along the arm;positioning the gripping portions of each of the arms of the tool into alignment about a coupling member of at least one filtration component;moving the two adjacent arms of the tool toward one another to a grasping position such that the respective gripping portions of each of the arms engages with the coupling member of the at least one filtration component; andlifting the tool and the at least one filtration component, via the two adjacent arms engaged with the coupling member, from a substrate.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein corresponding ends of the arms of the tool are pivotally coupled with respect to one another.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein moving the two adjacent arms of the tool away from one another to the non-grasping position includes pivoting the arms away from one another.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein moving the two adjacent arms of the tool toward one another to the grasping position includes pivoting the arms toward one another.5. (canceled)6. (canceled)7. The method of ...

LIQUID FILTER ASSEMBLIES; FEATURES; COMPONENTS; AND, METHODS

Liquid filter assemblies, features, components and methods are described. In general, a liquid filter cartridge is provided which includes features that help ensure that when the assembly is serviced, the cartridge positioned within the assembly is a proper one, in proper sealing orientation, for appropriate use. Features that can be used to provide for this include: a seal on the filter cartridge that defines a seal pattern non-orthogonal to a plane perpendicular to a central axis of the filter cartridge; and, a member of a projection/receiver arrangement on the filter cartridge which is orientated to engage a portion of a liquid filter assembly, for example a liquid flow collar, to allow sealing when the cartridge is a properly positioned cartridge and a properly configured cartridge. Assembly features are described. Also, a flexible radial projection arrangement providing snap-fit interaction between a cartridge and housing is provided. Methods of assembly and use as described. 1. A liquid filter cartridge comprising: 'the filter media having first and second opposite ends; and defining a central axis;', '(a) filter media surrounding an open filter interior;'}(b) a first end construction positioned at the first end of the filter media; (i) the second end construction being open, and including a central spigot projecting away from the media and surrounding and defining a central liquid flow aperture in liquid flow communication with the open filter interior;', '(ii) a seal member positioned on the spigot; and', (A) the abutment surface projecting a direction away from the media pack a distance further than at least a portion of the seal member closest to the media pack; and', '(B) the radial abutment member defining a gap between a portion of the radial abutment member and a portion of the spigot., '(iii) a radial alignment abutment member having an abutment surface;'}], '(c) a second end construction positioned at the second end of the media;'}2. A liquid filter ...

Exchangeable Filter System

An exchangeable filter system is provided with an exchangeable filter module that has at least one fluid inlet, at least one fluid outlet, and a fluid path connecting the at least one fluid inlet and the at least one fluid outlet with each other. The exchangeable filter module is provided with at least one filter element for filtering a fluid. A flange element and a counter flange element are provided. The flange element is provided to releasably engage the exchangeable filter module and to releasably engage the counter flange element. A valve device is arranged in the flange element. The valve device blocks the fluid path when the flange element is in engagement with the exchangeable filter module and is disengaged from the counter flange element. An internal combustion engine is provided with such an exchangeable filter system to filter fuel, lubricant or urea. 1. An exchangeable filter system comprising:an exchangeable filter module comprising at least one fluid inlet, at least one fluid outlet, and a fluid path connecting the at least one fluid inlet and the at least one fluid outlet with each other, wherein the exchangeable filter module further comprises at least one filter element configured to filter a fluid;a flange element;a counter flange element;wherein the flange element is configured to releasably engage the exchangeable filter module and to releasably engage the counter flange element;a valve device arranged in the flange element, wherein the valve device is configured to block the fluid path when the flange element is in engagement with the exchangeable filter module and is disengaged from the counter flange element.2. The exchangeable filter system according to claim 1 , further comprising a pretensioning device comprising a pretensioning element and a counter pretensioning element claim 1 , wherein the pretensioning device is interacting with the valve device claim 1 , wherein the pretensioning element is in engagement with the counter ...

Method of cleaning spent catalyst material

A method of cleaning spent catalyst material from a catalyst filter basket. The catalyst filter basket includes a central frame having a base ring and a generally cylindrical inner screen portion which extends upwardly from the base ring. A generally cylindrical outer screen assembly is releasably secured to the central frame by a quick release mechanism

Auto-Draining Filter Apparatus

An apparatus having one or more filters positioned by a connection member. The connection member orientates one or more filters at a transverse angle relative to the horizontal to drain contaminants from the filter.

Filter System and Filter Element

A filter system () has at least one filter element (), a filter housing () having at least one first housing part and one second housing part, in particular a lid (), as well as a coupling device (). The coupling device () thereby has at least one first coupling part () and at least one second coupling part () that corresponds to it for removable coupling of the at least one filter element () to the second housing part (). The first coupling part () has one or a plurality of first latching means () and control surfaces (). The second coupling part () has one or a plurality of second latching means () that can be brought into operative connection with the one or a plurality of first latching means () and control surfaces (). At least the first and the second latching means () can be brought into functional connection when joined, and the control surfaces () and the second latching means () can be brought into operative connection when first and second housing parts () are released. The second latching means () each have three bevels (), at least two of which work together with the control surfaces () to release the second housing part () from the filter element () upon a relative rotation of the filter element () around the longitudinal axis (L) counter to the second housing part (). 1. A filter system for filtering a fluid , comprising:at least one filter element; at least one first housing part; and', 'a second housing part forming a lid of the filter housing;, 'a filter housing having'} at least one first coupling part; and', 'at least one second coupling part configured to engage and removably couple the at least one filter element to the second housing part;, 'a coupling device, comprising'} 'at least one first latching member and control surfaces;', 'wherein the first coupling part comprises'} 'at least one second latching member configured to operatively connect to respective ones of the at least one first latching member and control surfaces;', 'wherein the ...

Filter device

A filter unit is provided for filtering a liquid. The filter unit is intended to be connected to a cap including a first liquid passage and a second liquid passage 114 . The filer unit includes: a canister; and a filter cartridge rotatably arranged within the canister, the filter cartridge includes a first filter connection for liquid to pass through, the first filter connection is intended to be connected to the first liquid passage in the cap, wherein the canister is intended to be rotatably attachable to the cap such that, when the canister is attached to the cap by a rotating action, the filter cartridge is stationary to the cap.