Articles Library

This page contains articles written by Factory Direct Pipeline Products based upon over 25 years experience of field work in the industrial fluid handling products industry.  The topics are inspired by frequently asked questions or information we routinely provide to customers when reviewing their applications.  The articles tend to focus on the technical or engineering aspects of the products we offer with the intention of helping our customers make the best choice possible for their specific application.

Macrofiltration: Pipeline Strainers

How to Select a Pipeline Strainer

SIMPLEX STRAINERS: Differences between Y and Basket Style Strainers

BASKET STRAINERS: Differences between Simplex and Duplex Style Strainers

How to Compare and Select Cast Simplex Strainers

Duplex Strainer Designs, Which Duplex Strainer Design is the "Best"?

How to Choose Between a Wye and Tee Strainer

Differences Between Backwashing and Mechanically Cleaned Automatic Strainer Designs

Limitations of Using a Strainer for Filtration.

Consider the Effects of Fluid Velocity and Differential Pressure when Selecting Pipeline Strainers

Design and Capabilities of Gas/Liquid Separators

Types of Centrifugal Separators

Microfiltration: Filter Cartridge and Bag Filter Systems

Filtration Efficiency Nomenclature for Filter Cartridges

Filter Cartridges or Filter Bags?

How to Choose a Filter Bag

How to Choose a Bag Filter Housing

Industrial Valves

Comparison of a Ball Valve to a Butterfly Valve

Introducing the TBH Series Ball Valve

Industrial Pumps and Accessories

Anatomy of a Pressure Gauge

Pump Installation Guidelines

Characteristics of Industrial Peristaltic Pumps

Peristaltic Pump Applications

Pulseless Metering Pumps

Precision Pumping for "Control Freaks"