LAKOS Industrial Separators

LAKOS separation and filtration equipment removes suitable solids from water and process fluids. Applications include pump protection, cooling-water systems, irrigation, and industrial circulation.

Flow creates a rotating motion that moves sufficiently dense particles toward a collection area. Separated solids are discharged through a purge arrangement while treated liquid continues downstream.

Performance depends on particle size, density difference, shape, and liquid properties. Sand and grit may separate effectively, while light, fine, or near-buoyant material may require another technology.

No. Dissolved salts and chemicals do not behave like settleable particles. Treatment for dissolved contaminants requires a process selected for the specific water-quality objective.

A separator relies on particle behavior in moving liquid. A screen physically intercepts material based on its openings, with different pressure-drop, cleaning, and particle-removal characteristics.

Appropriate solids separation can reduce abrasive material reaching vulnerable equipment. Placement and sizing must suit the piping arrangement, available pressure, and solids being removed.

Yes. LAKOS offers filtration solutions for HVAC and industrial water systems. Selection should reflect circulating flow, solids loading, water quality, and the intended level of equipment protection.

Side-stream filtration continuously treats a portion of circulating water. Its effectiveness depends on the treatment rate, contaminant entry, system volume, and where the filtered stream is drawn and returned.

A full-flow arrangement treats the entire designated stream before it continues through the system. It must be sized for that flow and its associated pressure-loss limits.

The internal flow pattern depends on operating velocity. Flow outside the recommended range can reduce separation performance or increase pressure loss, even when pipe connections fit.

Purging removes collected material from the separator's collection area. The method and frequency should match solids loading so accumulated debris does not compromise operation.

Compatible automatic purge arrangements may reduce manual attention. Confirm control method, discharge routing, purge-water requirements, and how reliable removal will be verified for the application.

Provide flow range, liquid properties, solids size and density, loading, pressure availability, and treatment objectives. Include the proposed installation location and how collected solids will be managed.

Inspect the purge arrangement, collection area, controls, and connections as applicable. Monitor flow and pressure drop, and follow the selected equipment's instructions for scheduled inspection.

Removing suitable suspended solids can reduce one source of fouling. Scaling, biological growth, and other deposits may still require water treatment and cleaning measures.

Contact Industrial Air Services at (615) 641-3100 with system flow, solids information, water conditions, and protection goals to discuss a suitable separation or filtration arrangement.