Strainers/Filters

Process Control Strainers and Filters

In process control applications, the integrity of your downstream equipment (like pumps, meters, and valves) is only as reliable as the media flowing through it. Contaminants like debris, rust, and other particulates are leading factors in premature valve failure, clogs in the lines, and abrasive wear. Strainers and filters are the first line of process defense, ensuring purity and removing damage-causing solids.

At Cross Company’s Process Solutions group, we understand that a valve filter or strainer is more than just mesh. Within our valve offering, we also provide highly-engineered filtration and straining solutions specifically-designed to support safe and effective plant operation. By partnering with Cross, maintenance teams and facility engineers gain access to laboratory-proven technologies that reliably increase the service life of components, systems, and machines.

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Basket Strainers

Titan’s Duplex Strainer

Duplex Strainers

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Y Strainers

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Optimize your process performance. With an industry leading selection of providers, Cross experts can help your team find exactly what valve automation solutions your operation needs. Take a look at our latest valve automation brochure and contact a Cross expert today! 

Technical Solutions for Contaminant Removal

Cross Company is able to offer a wide range of specialized devices for contaminant removal in liquid and gas streams, including inline strainers, porous metal elements, and filtering equipment. Our experts work with you to select the right device based on the viscosity of your media, your process flow rate, and even required micron rating.

Y-Strainers and Basket Strainers

For heavy-duty protection in steam, water, or oil lines, our Y-strainers and basket strainers provide a robust solution for large-volume straining.

In-Line Filters

Inline filters are installed directly into the pipeline to protect critical valves in oil/gas, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

Gas and Liquid Media

Our range includes proven technologies for both gaseous and liquid media, ensuring that even the most minute particulates are captured.

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Providing Reliable Process Equipment

Cross Company has decades of experience in specifying the correct valves, strainers, and valve equipment for your application. We take the time to learn about your application and what you’re trying to accomplish and then make a tailored recommendation for your particular need.

Offering Solutions From Leading Brands

Sanitary Filtration for High-Purity Applications

For applications requiring high purity standards (for example, pharmaceutical or food & beverage), Cross is able to offer specialized stainless steel strainers and filters able to meet stringent sanitary standards. These units are designed for ease of sterilization and full-flow efficiency.

Our sanitary units sourced from industry leaders are designed to be able to withstand the rigorous cleaning cycles of hygienic processes. They are available in Inline (short/long), Side Entry, and Side Outlet configurations to fit your specific piping layout.

Stainless Steel Integrity

Configuration Versatility

Strainer Back-Up Tubes

Micron Ratings

Protect Your Process

Nothing can protect your facility from all accidents all the time. But you can have the right equipment in place to prevent the unsafe or risky conditions that cause these accidents in the first place. And the best first step to increasing safety is the right safety equipment. Protect your process, personnel, and equipment with Cross Company.

Why Cross Company Valve Strainers/Filters?

At Cross Company, we’re committed to providing high-quality process valves to all of our customers through our strategic partnerships with industry-leading manufacturers. Through this, we’re able to maintain a wide offering of reliable, innovative, and technologically advanced valves suitable for many applications.

Our team of process engineers, application specialists, and support is fully equipped to work with you to find the right valve for your process application. Whether you need a manual valve or an automated flow control system, we have the industry experience, equipment, and expertise necessary to ensure your operations run smoothly and efficiently.

Partnering with Cross Company for your valve needs guarantees access to a vast selection of high-quality products and expert support, enhancing the overall performance and reliability of your operations. Contact one of our experts today to learn more about how Cross can help your process operation.

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Related Valves and Valve Automation

At Cross, we offer much more than just instrumentation valves and fittings. We can also provide the solutions our process manufacturing partners need to succeed. Check out our other valve equipment and see for yourself.

See How Our Process Solutions Team Can Help Improve Quality, Increase Efficiency, And Reduce Risk.

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