- 1 June 2007

Spin-on filters decrease environmental impact

Parker Hannifin's hydraulic filter division has developed 12AS and 50AS, a range of environmentally friendly coreless spin-on filters. The company says that the filters provide the same high efficiency and long life of Microglass III filtration but without the environmental impact, thus creating alternative to the traditional, disposable spin-on style can.

Each year more than 500 million spin-on cans wind up in North American landfills, yielding 250,000 tons of scrap metal and 30 million gallons of discarded residual waste oil, Parker says.
The new patented 12AS and 50AS feature a reusable bowl and patented filter element constructed primarily of nylon and fibre reinforced glass The element core is permanently attached as part of the filter bowl, and when replaced, the element reduces costs, eliminates hot drain requirements, can be incinerated easily and is reportedly better suited for most landfills than traditional spin-on filter waste. The patented element design also prevents filter operation if the proper element is not in place.

The 500 psi filters are rated up to 50 gpm and premium Ecoglass III elements are standard. These filters can be installed anywhere outdated spin-ons are used. They are suitable for applications such as mobile equipment, compressors and hydraulic power units.

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