- Minimum loss of pressure without sacrificing overall compactness is obtained by the inside of the strainer body being contoured to the fluid flow, the strainers large cross section areas of ports, and smooth radius of turns.

- Interchangeability of parts and complete product standardization are obtained through custom design and close-tolerance manufacturing of individual component parts. This standardization permits stocking of components for rapid assembly of strainer units for quick replacement.

- Minimum pressure drop basket and maximum dirt holding capacity are obtained with the generous ratios of basket open area to pipe cross-sectional area.

- A wide selection of materials - cast steel, stainless steel, bronze and cast iron - are available through the flexibility of Tate patterns, tooling and basic product design.

- Tight seal between basket ring and basket ring seat is assured by the machining of basket ring seats.