{"product_id":"bear-paw-separator-strainers","title":"BearsPaw-Separators for Fire Pump Protection","description":"\u003ch3\u003eBearsPaw-Separators for Fire Pump Protection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBearsPaw  Separator\u003c\/strong\u003e is an innovative solution designed to protect suction pumps by instantly separating particulate matter, sand, and sediment from water at the source. This ensures that only clean water flows to your pump, significantly extending the life of your equipment and reducing maintenance requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAdvanced Protection for Pump \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSuction Lines\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike traditional systems, the Bears Paw Separator requires no flotation or suspension. Its robust design allows it to rest directly on the bottom in gravel or sand, functioning at full capacity in as little as 200 mm of water. By separating debris at the source and returning it to the environment, it provides an eco-friendly and efficient filtration process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-Stabilising Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEngineered to operate sitting upright on its base at all times, providing stability in moving water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-Water Operation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEfficiently draws water in depths as shallow as 20cm without drawing air.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated 'Bio-Belt':\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFeatures a permanent stainless steel Bio-belt that filters biologics and particulates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePre-Assembled:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eReady for immediate deployment and ease of installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Sizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAvailable in multiple models to suit various flow requirements (see technical data).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTechnical Specifications \u0026amp; Flow Rates:\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eLPM (Litres Per Min)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e2.3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e50 mm (2\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e427\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e25.3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e65 mm (2.5\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e1200\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e25.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e75 mm (3\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e1345\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e4.3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e100 mm (4\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e4546\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e6.1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e125 mm (5\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e4448 - 4637\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e6.3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e150 mm (6\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e5110 - 5867\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eMaintenance and Safety:\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo maintain maximum flow and protect your warranty, the stainless steel Bio-belt must be cleaned and flushed with water or compressed air after every use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Safety Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e One-way valves (foot valves) installed in Bears Paw Separators are designed for suction flow only and are strictly for use with \u003cstrong\u003ePortable Pumps\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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