A filter cartridge assembly, and method for constructing the same, wherein the
assembly has at least two axially adjacent filter cells separated by a spacer ring
and a lifting means having a mounting portion with an opening formed therein for
surrounding the outer periphery of the spacer ring. The lifting means also includes
opposed elongated arms which extend radially outwardly from the central mounting
portion and have gripping portions for facilitating lifting the filter cartridge assembly.
