Strainer-Air Eliminators: The Small Vessel That Protects Every Liquid Meter

At a glance. Loading terminals, pipelines and LACT units measure liquid that is paid for by volume. Debris damages meters, and air or vapour gets measured as product. The Tech Inc. Strainer-Air Eliminator removes both before the meter. For terminals and metering integrators, it is one of the best small investments they can make.

How it works

• A basket strainer inside the vessel stops debris.

• A float-operated air eliminator on top vents air and vapour as they collect.

• A check valve on the vent line stops air being drawn back in.

• A pressure gauge and optional differential pressure switch show when the basket needs cleaning.

Versions

Version	Use
Combined strainer-air eliminator	Both duties in one vessel
Air eliminator only	Lines that already have a strainer
With DP switch	Alarm when the basket needs cleaning

Why it is one of the best things to happen to liquid metering

• Protected meters. Debris stopped before it reaches the rotor or tubes.

• Honest quantity. Air and vapour vented, not measured.

• Quick cleaning. Quick-opening cover for basket changes.

• Built to the integrator's datasheet. Designed to ASME VIII or the client's specification.

Where it is used

Truck and rail loading bays, marine loading, pipeline metering stations, fuel depots and LACT units.

Frequently asked questions

Why remove air before a liquid meter?

A meter counts volume. Air passing through it is counted as product, so the delivered quantity is overstated.

What mesh size is used?

The mesh is chosen to suit the meter maker's requirement.

Which materials are available?

Carbon steel or SS316 bodies, with a stainless basket.

Send your line size, flow rate and meter type to mail@techincresearch.com or call +1 (289) 622-1032 for a drawing and quotation.