Patent ID: 6978900
Filing Date: 2005-12-27
Classification: B01D,Y10S,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A method of forming a strainer for a draw line, said strainer comprising an outer strainer wall defining an enclosed interior space, said method comprising the steps of: providing a frame comprising a base and an array of rods mounted to said base, said rods being parallel to each other, said array defining the position of said strainer wall; providing at least one length of strainer medium comprising an elongate braided strand formed from a plurality of individual strands braided together, said braided strand having parallel lateral surfaces with an array of openings extending between said lateral surfaces for receiving said rods, said braided strand having sufficient length to extend around said array to define said wall; attaching said strainer medium to said frame to form said wail by sliding said braided strand onto said rods through said openings to form said wall such that at least some of said rods protrude through said openings; providing a cap comprising a member mountable to said at least some rods, and attaching said cap to said rods which protrude through said openings opposed to said base; said cap or said base or both having an opening communicating with the interior of said strainer to connect with a draw line; and said base, cap and strainer wall when assembled defining an enclosed space.