The inertial filters manufactured by Barclay Engineering are self-cleaning.

These filters have been used on large diesel engine enclosures around the deserts
of Australia with very good results. The filters consist of pressed steel blades, steel
casing and supports and a bleed air fan which assists the cleaning of the filter.
The self-cleaning feature of the filters means less maintenance and down time. The
filters operate on the principal of inertia; the air is made to turn sharply at high
velocity while the heavier particles continue past the blades and into the dust
chute. The bleed air fan then draws the dust away to be discharged outside. This
method of filtration achieves 95% efficiency @ 10um.

A Study of the Performance of Inertia Air Filters

Abstract
This paper presents an experimental and theoretical study of the design and
performance of inertia air filters, with particular reference to rail traction duty. Using
a specially constructed test rig, performance testing of commercially available
filters was carried out over a wide range of operating conditions. Subsequently, a
more fundamental study of some design variables was carried out in a small-scale
test rig. The testing was supported by a theoretical approach using a digital
computer model of the inertia filtration process. The results of the work indicate
that the inertia filter is suited to high-volume, low pressure drop applications.
However, operational difficulties, owing to dust build-up occurring within the filter
and variations of bleed ratio, may be encountered.
The theoretical model was shown to reproduce all the major operating
characteristics of the filters measured in the test programme, and to respond to
design changes in a similar way to that indicated by earlier published work. A
hypothesis of the mechanism of separation is proposed, and it is suggested that the
performance of new filter layouts can be examined at the design stage. Supporting
work describes the selection, measurement, and production of a suitable range of
polydisperse solids for the test programme.
Inertial Filters / Sand Traps
Our unique inertial filtration system is designed to minimize the ingress of foreign
particles into an acoustic or other type of enclosure housing. This method of
filtration achieves 95% efficiency @ 10um. The filter utilises pressed steel blades,
steel casing , supports and a bleed air fan which assists in the self cleaning process.
Barclay Engineering Inertial Filters operate on the principal of inertia; the air is
made to turn sharply at high velocity while the heavier particles continue past the
blades and into the dust chute.The module is designed to meet airflow requirements
of housed equipment and is generally maintenance free during its life cycle. Fine

dust that can be encountered on mine sites and sand from dust storms can create a
major maintenance problem for a myriad of industries and locations.

Barclay Engineering has supplied this product design on many major projects
globally and is preferred by customers who require a high performance, cost
effective and low maintenance filtration system in harsh environments
Self Cleaning
The inertial filters manufactured by Barclay Engineering are self-cleaning through
bleed air fans mounted on the bottom of each unit which draws particles from the
blade packs. The captured particles are then removed and blown away from the
clean air inlet. The self-cleaning feature of our filters means less maintenance and
down time.The technology Barclay Engineering has developed for our Intertial
filtration system does not include material or Hepa filters which require regular
cleaning and ongoing maintenance. As such, we are the first choice for customers
requiring a high performance, low maintenance filtration system.
Additional Options
Our Intertial Filters can be designed to suit most applications and environments, a
number of additional options can be included to match a specific customer or site
requirement, such as Attenuation - Attenuators can be included to meet specific dB levels required for a
paticular site
Transitions - We can taylor the transition section where the intertial filter meets an
enclosure / building to suit a customers specification
Inlet Ventilation fan - In some instances customers require additional airflow into
an enclosure / building, by including an inlet ventilation fan in the transition, we are
able to achieve a customers specific airflow requirements.
Rain Hoods - In environments susceptible to high rainfall, rain hoods can be
included to minimise liquid ingress
Increased Filtration - Additional filtration can be included to remove particles below
10um