High-Performance Kitchen Sink Strainer Catalog
Engineered to comply with ASME A112.18.2 / CSA B125.2 and UPC/cUPC standards. Explore our precision hot-forged brass and deep cup basket strainer assemblies.
China Heavy Duty Brass Sink Strainer JN-1001-1
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China Heavy Duty Brass Sink Strainer JN-1001-2
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Wholesale Spin & Lock Strainer JN-1002
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China Spin & Lock Sink Strainer JN-1003
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Deep Cup Strainer Snap–in Basket JN-1004
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Deep Cup Strainer Ball-bearing Basket JN-1005
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Deep Cup Strainer Ball-bearing Basket JN-1006
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Wholesale Economy Strainer JN-1007
View SpecificationsThe Macro Landscape of Kitchen Drainage Systems & Global Sourcing
The global sink strainer and sanitary drainage assembly market is experiencing an unprecedented structural transition. Valued at over $4.2 billion globally across commercial, residential, and modular housing sub-sectors, sanitary hardware procurement has shifted away from spot trading toward deeply audited, code-compliant OEM partnerships.
Modern kitchen sink strainers are no longer treated as simple passive hardware fixtures; they are critical hydro-mechanical components subject to stringent municipal building standards, hydraulic shear stress, aggressive biochemical culinary effluent, and rigorous mechanical cycle life requirements.
As the primary engineering gateway between residential fixtures and municipal wastewater piping, sink strainer failure carries severe financial and reputational liabilities—including catastrophic under-counter water damage, insurance claim rejections due to unlisted hardware, and retailer de-platforming. Consequently, global wholesale distributors now specify mandatory UPC/cUPC certifications, ASME A112.18.2 compliance, and California AB1953 lead-free validation as non-negotiable baselines.
Critical Material Specifications
Evaluating metallurgy and mechanical engineering thresholds across major commercial kitchen installations:
- CW617N / C37700 Lead-Free Brass: Exceptional resistance to dezincification, stress cracking, and thread stripping under excessive contractor installation torque.
- AISI 304/316 Austenitic Stainless Steel: Zero corrosion under exposure to acidic food waste, industrial detergents, and thermal cycling up to 100°C.
- Engineered Synthetic Elastomers: EPDM and Nitrile sealing washers providing decade-long elasticity without embrittlement or compression set.
- Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD): Molecular-level finish bonding guaranteeing micro-hardness exceeding 2000 HV for scratch resistance.
China Production Efficiency & Dual-Origin Strategic Advantage
Discover how integrated vertical manufacturing in Yuhuan, China and automated capacity in Prachinburi, Thailand redefine quality consistency and cost optimization for global buyers.
Yuhuan Industrial Cluster Ecosystem
Our headquarters in Yuhuan, Zhejiang—the sanitary valve capital of the world—leverages hyper-localized supply integration. Raw brass extrusion, mold design, gravity forging, and precision CNC threading are accomplished within an immediate 10-kilometer radius, drastically compressing raw material procurement lead times and eliminating logistics bottlenecks.
Robotic Automation & CNC Tolerances
Equipped with robotic manipulators, progressive multi-cavity stamping dies, and multi-axis CNC lathe centers, our automated stamping and thread-cutting operations hold tolerances within ±0.02mm. This sub-millimeter precision ensures uniform thread engagement on 3-1/2" NPSM tailpiece couplings and eliminates installer cross-threading in field applications.
Dual-Origin Tariff & Supply Resilience
Operational since December 2023, our 14,400 m² state-of-the-art facility in Kabinburi Industrial Zone, Thailand (Gateway Enterprise Corporation) provides international procurement teams with an authenticated second manufacturing origin. Importers benefit from 0% tariff options while retaining unified technical standards and ISO 9001 certified QA controls.
| Performance Criterion | JANA Industrial Solid Brass Series | Automated 304 Stainless Steel | Generic Commercial Plastic Strainers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrostatic Pressure Sealing | Tested to 50 PSI sustained without gasket deformation | Tested to 35 PSI sustained hydraulic pressure | Rated to 15 PSI; prone to thermal warp over 70°C |
| Mechanical Thread Durability | Over 120 Nm failure torque; zero cross-threading | Cold-rolled threads; high tensile yield (95 Nm) | Injection molded PVC/ABS; thread stripping at 25 Nm |
| Chemical & Acid Resistance | Immune to grease; electroplated nickel barrier | Superior passivated chromium oxide layer | Susceptible to hydrocarbon solvent cracking |
| Code Compliance Certifications | UPC, cUPC, ASME A112.18.2, NSF/ANSI 61, AB1953 | cUPC, CSA B125.2, ISO 9001:2015, BRC Listed | Limited code compliance; localized approvals only |
Mission-Critical Commercial & Localized Use Scenarios
Tailoring drainage geometries, basket filtration mechanisms, and thread depths to meet specific functional environments across global infrastructure.
Commercial Foodservice & Ghost Kitchens
High-volume culinary operations require deep cup basket strainers (JN-1004 to JN-1006) capable of capturing heavy particulate matter without interrupting wastewater flow rates. Features heavy-gauge 304 stainless steel snap-in and ball-bearing stopper baskets engineered for continuous dishwashing cycles and thermal shocks from boiling water dumps.
Multi-Family Residential Developments
In high-density apartment complexes and condominium developments, building developers mandate the JN-1001 solid brass series. Brass body construction eliminates hairline fracture risks under the sink deck and prevents moisture leaks into lower floors, protecting owners from catastrophic insurance claims and tenant disputes.
RV, Marine & Mobile Habitation
Recreational vehicles, camper vans, and luxury yachts present unique dynamic vibration profiles and space-constrained sink cabinets. Our compact spin-and-lock sink strainers (JN-1002 / JN-1003) incorporate positive mechanical locking lugs that prevent accidental basket dislodging during road transit while accommodating shallow RV sink depths.
Hospitality & Institutional Maintenance (MRO)
Maintenance, repair, and operations directors for international hotel chains rely on our precision standard dimensions for fast turnaround retrofit. The standard 3-1/2" diameter flange and universal 1-1/2" NPSM tailpiece geometry guarantee drop-in compatibility across cast iron, fireclay, composite granite, and stainless steel sinks.
Future-Proofing Manufacturing: 2026-2030 Trends
To sustain leadership in global plumbing exports, our R&D engineering divisions in China and Thailand focus on three disruptive technological vectors:
- Advanced PVD Vacuum Ion Sputtering: Moving beyond traditional electroplating to environmentally friendly Physical Vapor Deposition, delivering Matte Black, Brushed Gold, Gunmetal, and Rose Brass finishes with superior salt-spray resistance (exceeding 200 hours NSS test).
- Lead-Free Environmental Metallurgy: Full transition to bismuth- and silicon-stabilized eco-brass alloys compliant with California Proposition 65 and European REACH directives, preventing toxic heavy metal leaching into residential potable water supplies.
- Zero-Landfill Circular Manufacturing: In-house recycling systems capture 100% of brass turnings, stamping scrap, and coolant mists during CNC processing, remelting chips directly into clean production ingots.
Global OEM / ODM Supply Chain Architecture
Global wholesale brands, big-box home improvement retailers, and specialized plumbing e-commerce companies face intense margin pressure and lead-time volatility. Sourcing from JANA Plumbing bridges the gap between low factory-gate pricing and high-end industrial design engineering.
Our turnkey OEM/ODM capabilities encompass custom logo laser etching, client-specific retail clam-shell and color box packaging, tailored barcode generation (UPC-A / EAN-13), pre-assembled contractor bundles (strainer + tailpiece + slip-joint nuts), and certified master carton drop-testing to ISTA 3A standards.
Our engineering support staff conducts full DFM (Design for Manufacturability) audits on buyer blueprints, optimizing wall thicknesses and taper angles to minimize scrap rates and guarantee cost-competitive volume runs.
Full-Spectrum Engineered Plumbing Solutions
Complementary product categories manufactured within our China & Thailand facilities:
Economy, Deep Cup & Polymer Strainer Assemblies
High-volume contractor grade, injection-molded polymer, and specialty multi-pronged sink strainers designed for high-turnover retail distribution and residential mass builds.
China Economy Plastic Strainer JN-1008
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Economy Plastic Strainer JN-1008-2
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Deep Cup Plastic Strainer JN-1008-3
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Economy Plastic Strainer JN-1008-5
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Economy Plastic Strainer JN-1008-5-W
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Wholesale Sink Strainer JN-1009
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Wholesale Sink Strainer JN-1009-2
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China Four Pronged Sink Strainer JN-1010
View SpecificationsFrequently Asked Questions by Global Procurement Teams
Detailed technical, metallurgical, and certification insights provided by our senior sanitary hardware engineering team.
What specific plumbing codes and third-party certifications apply to JANA sink strainers?
Our sink strainers and related sanitary drain fixtures comply directly with ASME A112.18.2 / CSA B125.2 (Plumbing Waste Fittings) and NSF/ANSI 61. We hold active UPC and cUPC listing certificates issued by IAPMO R&T (including Certificates No. 6229, 8175, 12307, N-11587, and T-11586), certifying conformity for legal installation across the United States and Canada. In addition, our solid brass formulations are fully certified to California AB1953 and NSF/ANSI 372 lead-free standards (<0.25% weighted lead content across wetted surfaces). International buyers can request specific SKU listing verification documents directly from our compliance team prior to placing container orders.
What are the structural advantages of solid brass sink strainers over stainless steel or plastic?
Solid brass sink strainers (such as our JN-1001 series) are manufactured using hot-forged CW617N / C37700 brass alloy. Compared to stamped sheet steel or molded polymers, hot-forged brass provides superior wall density, eliminating porosity, pinholes, and internal casting voids. Brass possesses natural antibacterial properties, exceptional resistance to dezincification in alkaline or chlorinated municipal water supplies, and high tensile strength capable of withstanding heavy installation torque without stripping locknut threads. This makes brass the premier choice for luxury residential builds and high-liability multi-family housing.
How does JANA Plumbing's dual-plant strategy (China and Thailand) benefit global supply chain risk management?
Since 1998, our Yuhuan headquarters in Zhejiang, China has served as our technological center of excellence, managing in-house hydraulic forming, tooling design, CNC machining, and electroplating across 14,000 square meters. To shield international clients from trade volatility, tariffs (such as US Section 301), and geopolitical disruptions, Gateway Enterprise Corporation (Thailand) Co., Ltd. was established in Kabinburi Industrial Zone, Prachinburi Province. Spanning 14,400 square meters with automated robotic lines, our Thailand facility allows buyers to diversify their supply origin with 0% anti-dumping risk while enjoying unified product drawings, tooling, and strict ISO 9001 quality audits.
What mechanical sealing designs are available for commercial kitchen applications?
We manufacture three primary sealing architectures:
1. Spin & Lock Mechanism (JN-1002 / JN-1003): Utilizes die-cast internal locking pins that compress the neoprene stopper ring against the brass seat via a quarter-turn rotation, creating an airtight, positive mechanical lock immune to backpressure.
2. Ball-Bearing & Snap-In Basket (JN-1004 / JN-1005 / JN-1006): Employs spring-loaded 316 stainless steel ball bearings located inside the center post, allowing smooth vertical transit between open drainage and sealed standing-water positions.
3. Four-Pronged Friction Guides (JN-1010): Designed for rapid contractor drop-in replacements with heavy rubber seal discs that compress under water weight.
Can JANA support custom OEM / ODM design, custom branding, and custom packaging?
Yes. Over 80% of our production volume is delivered under private-label OEM agreements for international plumbing brands and distributor house labels. Our engineers can adapt flange diameters (from standard 4-1/2" OD to custom European or RV dimensions), modify thread lengths, integrate custom tailpieces, and laser-etch your corporate trademark on the basket stopper or flange rim. We offer complete packaging solutions, including retail blister packs, custom full-color retail cartons, multi-pack contractor master cartons, and barcoding compliant with GS1 standards.
What is the standard production lead time and Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ)?
For standard brass and stainless steel sink strainers, our baseline MOQ is typically 1,000 units per SKU, or consolidated container shipments combining multiple categories (e.g., sink strainers, disposer flanges, shower drains, and closet flanges). Standard production lead times range between 35 to 45 calendar days following tooling approval and deposit receipt. For recurring supply contracts, we support automated blanket order releases and localized safety stock buffers to accommodate urgent replenishment cycles.
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