Floating strainer

Floating strainer

A buoyant pump suction end that draws its water from near the surface of the free-water level and thus pumping almost clear water. Serves to decant. A floating strainer may be used in dealing with bodies of water other than in properly constructed sumps.

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Industry/Domain: Mining
Category: General mining; Mineral mining
Government Agency: USBM
Product: Dictionary of Mining, Mineral, & Related Terms - 2nd Edition
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