What You Need to Know Before Replacing Your Filter Leaves

What You Need to Know Before Replacing Your Filter Leaves

Functioning filter leaves are critical for your operations, and any problems can wreak havoc on

your productivity and profitability. Like any essential piece of equipment, they require regular

monitoring and maintenance to ensure they are performing at their best. Pressure filter leaves

can experience complications from a number of factors, including damage, clogging, and

general wear and tear. Because of its high cost, many operators will delay replacing their filter

leaves, which can reduce efficiency and product quality and increase the risk of damage beyond

function.

But before you rush to replace your filter leaves, it’s important to know there are other options,

including rescreening them. Rescreening is a process by which the mesh screen on a filter leaf

within a pressure leaf filter system is replaced, improving filtration capabilities. Even though it is

an effective, cost-efficient way to enhance filter leaf performance, there are some important

things to know about it.

For example, rescreening:

Can extend the life of your equipment

Not only does rescreening your filter leaves provide an immediate increase in efficiency and

performance, it also protects the other parts of the equipment from damage caused by the

stress inadequate filter leaves put on the rest of the system.

Reduces downtime

It is much easier to plan your operations around regularly scheduled maintenance than to

navigate unexpected shutdowns because of nonfunctioning equipment.

Minimizes waste and promotes sustainability

Rescreening filter leaves produces less waste than replacing them. In addition, poorly

functioning leaves can increase the waste of resources that would otherwise be useable and

lead to leaks and spills, which could pose an environmental risk.

Keeps your equipment on the cutting-edge

Rescreening materials and processes are constantly advancing. Frequently evaluating your

filter leaves for rescreening ensures your equipment is supported by the most up-to-date

technology.

Maintains industry standards

Many industries must meet regulatory requirements when it comes to regular maintenance and

performance checks on their filtration equipment systems. Rescreening helps you remain in

compliance and show a commitment to operational excellence to regulators.

Isn’t always possible

While rescreening has many benefits, it is not always a viable option, especially if your filter

leaves have been rescreened before. Some leaves are designed to be rescreened more than

others. For example, riveted filter leaves have a limit on the number of times they can be

rescreened, and the limit varies depending on the manufacturer. Over time, repeated

rescreening enlarges the rivet holes, referred to as being “wallered out,” making further repairs

impossible. Welded leaves, on the other hand, can be rescreened a quasi-infinite number of

times, but do cost significantly more than riveted leaves.

Can be done easily, and with limited headaches for you and your business

Trained professionals can perform rescreening for your equipment with minimal disruptions for

your operations. LEEM Filtration technicians are among the best in the business – our team is

made up of experienced professionals with extensive industry knowledge and first-hand

familiarity with filter leaves from various manufacturers, ensuring our customers have the

support they need from start to finish.

 

Rescreening pressure filter leaves offers numerous advantages – from improved efficiency and

lifespan and cost savings to minimizing operational disruptions and optimizing productivity.

Investigating its potential helps protect your business and strengthen your competitive edge.

Don’t wait for total failure before you pay attention to your filter leaves. LEEM Filtration is a

diversified designer and manufacturer of products for filtration. We produce pressure leaf filters

and their components for oilseed processing, biodiesel fuel production, chemical processing,

and water treatment applications. With our comprehensive range of standard and custom

solutions, we ensure that your filter leaves operate smoothly and sustainably. LEEM provides

new or re-screened leaves for all competitors’ filters. If our dedication to providing both standard

and tailored solutions can help you guarantee optimal performance for your processes, please

contact us today.