Large Nationwide Rental Company Selects FSI to Upgrade their Filter Pod Fleet to Stainless

A large nationwide rental company selected Filter Sciences to upgrade their rental fleet of filter pods to stainless steel. The key factors being the enhanced corrosion protection with stainless steel and the improved return on investment due to the longevity of stainless. Stainless steel offers numerous benefits, including superior corrosion resistance, durability, strength, and heat resistance,…

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Mobile Bag Filtration Pods in the Oil Fields?

Mobile bag Pod filtration units are commonly used in oil fields to improve the efficiency and longevity of equipment, as well as ensure the safety of operations. These filtration units help manage the quality of fluids (such as water, oil, and drilling muds) by removing solid contaminants, particles, and debris that can clog equipment, damage…

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304 vs 316 Stainless Steel- What’s the Difference?

The main difference in corrosion resistance between 304 and 316 stainless steel is due to their chemical compositions, particularly the presence of molybdenum in 316 stainless steel, which enhances its ability to resist corrosion. 1. Composition Differences: 2. Corrosion Resistance: 3. Applications: 4. Cost: Summary: 316 stainless steel offers enhanced corrosion resistance, particularly against chlorides, making it the better choice for harsh environments such as marine, chemical,…

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FSI Announces Expansion into the Permian Basin

Filter Sciences announces an expansion of business operations to serve the Greater Permian Basin. FSI will stock filter pods, in both 304 and 316 stainless in Midland, Texas to better serve our customers with expedient delivery of in stock filter pods/housings. FSI will begin to transition pod inventory as well as parts, O-rings, filtration bags…

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Produced Water Filtration

Bag filtration is commonly used in the treatment of produced water, which is water that is brought to the surface during oil and gas extraction. Here’s how bag filters are typically used in this context: 1. Pre-Filtering Stage: 2. Filtration Process: 3. Integration with Treatment Systems: 4. Regulatory Compliance: We focus on one thing, and…

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Bag Filtration in Oil Production; Upstream, Midstream & Downstream

Bag filtration plays a crucial role in oil production across the upstream, midstream, and downstream sectors by ensuring the cleanliness of fluids and protecting equipment. Here’s how they are used in each stage: 1. Upstream (Exploration and Production): 2. Midstream (Transportation and Storage): 3. Downstream (Refining and Processing): In summary, bag filters are essential for…

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Pre-commissioning Piping

Pre-commissioning of piping refers to the series of activities and procedures undertaken before a piping system is put into operation. These activities are crucial to ensure that the piping system is installed correctly, functions properly, and is safe for operation. Bag filtration is the preferred method to remove particulate, debris, dirt, rust, mill scale and…

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FSI Ramping Up Production to Meet Demand

At Filter Sciences our production continues to ramp up to meet demand. Strong demand for both 304 & 316 Stainless Bag Housings (filter pots, filter vessels, filter pods) continues to grow in multiple industries. Our commitment to have inventory on hand is and always will be a priority at FSI. Most all our Bag Housings…

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What is the unit of measurement called a MICRON?

A micron, also known as a micrometer, is a unit of measurement equal to one millionth of a meter. To put this into perspective, a human hair is typically around 50 to 100 microns in diameter. This means that a micron is incredibly small, making it useful for measuring very fine particles or features. In…

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Tesla, Improves Quality with Filter Sciences

“Filter Sciences Manufacturers Custom Solution for Tesla”. Tesla looked to improve the quality in their Pre-treat and E-coat processes prior to paint. Filter Sciences designed and manufactured a custom bag filter housing solution. Removing particulate down to the micron level improved adhesion and overall paint quality. Our full- service solutions and field expertise helped identify…

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