In the process of air filter development, the European continent has played a very important role. As far as I know, the first pleated machine was invented in Europe. At the same time, Europe also has many air filter manufacturers whose products and technologies have created clean environments for the development of modern industry for a long time. Of course, their products are also indispensable in homes and public places.
In previous articles, I have written about the list of top air filter manufacturers in Germany and the United Kingdom. However, in other European countries, there are many prime air filter manufacturers as well. I have written this article to facilitate understanding for purchasers, importers, and professionals in the air filtration industry. This article lets you learn about these manufacturers’ distribution, products, and services and make choices that benefit you.
First, I created a table about these manufacturers, which can quickly provide some basic information.
| Number | Manufacturer | Year established |
| 1 | Koinfilter | 2006 |
| 2 | Freudenburg | 1849 |
| 3 | Camfil | 1963 |
| 4 | Elta Group | 1996 |
| 5 | Venfilter | 1992 |
| 6 | Mann+hummel | 1941 |
| 7 | Technicis | 1992 |
| 8 | OZOF | 2009 |
| 9 | FINDEX FILTRATION | 1998 |
| 10 | TROX | 1951 |
I will describe these manufacturers’ characteristics and detailed information in the following section.
Top1 Koinfilter
Headquarters: Suzhou China
Year established:2006
Main Products: Air filters, HEPA filters, cartridge filters, Air purifier filters, cleanroom parts, cabin filters, etc.
More than a decade ago, our products were already sold in Europe, earning us considerable acclaim. I attribute our success to our commitment to product quality, industry experience, and technological prowess. With extensive product knowledge and diverse manufacturing capabilities, we can swiftly provide solutions and deliver orders. We have seen many customers with customized requirements in recent years, further underscoring our capabilities. We have also assisted customers in completing projects, significantly reducing turnaround times. This has helped them gain a competitive edge in the market. Our products span various segments of the air filtration industry, and we continue to progress toward our goals.
Top2 Freudenburg
Headquarters: Germany
Year established: 1849
Main Products: HEPA filter, filter paper, HVAC filters, etc.,
I have mentioned the Freudenburg group in several articles, highlighting their prominence in company scale and industry status. They are a leading force and one of the world’s earliest and largest air filter manufacturers, with a century-long history. It’s safe to say that their growth has paralleled the development of the filtration industry. As a global company, their influence in Europe is equally significant. Their global sales revenue can reach $12 billion. Today, they have evolved into a comprehensive conglomerate, extending beyond the filtration industry, but their impact in filtration remains steadfast.
Top3 Camfil
Headquarters: Stockholm, Sweden
Year established: 1963
Main Products: HEPA filters, air filters, pocket filters, cartridge filters.
When discussing air filter manufacturers in Europe, one must recognize Camfil. Although the first pleated machine was invented in France, it quickly became associated with Camfil. They have made indelible contributions to the development of the air filtration industry. I want to mention that their reputation for high-temperature filters is outstanding, providing many solutions for air filtration in high-temperature environments. They later acquired FARR, a leading manufacturer of cartridge filters, filling a gap in their business and further expanding their scope into smoke and dust filtration.
Top4 Elta Group
Headquarters: UK
Year established: 1996
Main Products: HVAC filters, AHU, air distributions, etc.,
ELTA is an air distribution, movement, filtration, and treatment expert with many brands and more than just air filters. Accordingly, products related to enhancing and controlling indoor air quality have become the main of their current business, such as control systems, fans, natural ventilation components, cooling and heating, etc. They expanded their business to Australia, Asia, and Europe years ago. They have solidified their market position as an industry leader through mergers, acquisitions, and consolidations.
Top5 Venfilter
Headquarters: Spain
Year established: 1992
Main Products: Laminar filters, HEPA filters, High-temperature filters, cartridge filters, etc.,
Venfilter is Spain’s largest local manufacturer of air filters and the foremost supplier to the local air filtration industry. Venfilter is also well-known in Europe. While catering to the industrial air filtration sector, they are also slowly moving into the residential sector. For example, I noticed that they are also producing air purifiers and masks. This no doubt comes from customer demand. One thing I agree with is that gaining insights into the market and customers’ needs and launching products will help the company achieve some growth.
Top6 Mann+hummel
Headquarters: Germany
Year established: 1941
Main Products: Cabin air filter, air filter, HEPA filter, oil filter, etc.,
When it comes to Mann, I think most people would say that they manufacture filters for automobiles, such as air filters, air conditioning filters, oil filters, etc. However, I would say that they are a comprehensive and large-scale filter manufacturer covering almost all industries. But I would say that they are a large, comprehensive filter manufacturer that covers virtually all industries and is relevant to all aspects of our lives. They are also the second German manufacturer on this list. In fact, Germany is the largest exporter of filters in Europe and has many air filter manufacturers. And Mann is one of the leaders. It is also an international company.
Top7 Technicis
Headquarters: France
Year established: 1992
Main Products: Glassfiber filter, paint filter, G4 filter roll, ceiling mat, etc.
They have always specialized in environmental quality in the industrial sector; hence, their filter products are focused on the industrial sector. Folding plate filters are one of their main products. I must say that their air filters cover air intake and exhaust filtration for surface preparation and paint booths, providing a full range of solutions. This has made them renowned in this field. Apart from this, their activated carbon filters also efficiently remove VOCs and odors.
Top8 OZOF
Headquarters: Netherlands
Year established: Around 2009
Main Products: Custom air filters, vacuum cleaner filters, carbon filters.
While air filters have many applications in the industrial sector, the demand for air filters in the home and residential sectors has grown in recent years. As the leader in the customization of such filters, I believe that the customization requirements of filters for household appliances are multiple and diverse.OZOF is an expert in this field; frankly, such a manufacturer is not typical in Europe because such filters sometimes require a lot of manpower to complete. But OZOF has this extraordinary performance. They have abundant production resources and are also equipped with many warehouses, allowing them to quickly deliver the goods to the customers.
Top9 FINDEX FILTRATION
Headquarters: Italy
Year established: 1998
Main Products: Cartridge filters, round HEPA filters, HVAC filters, Industrial air filters, etc.,
Their filters are used by many of the largest industrial companies in Italy, which represents their status and reputation in the industry. This company’s filters cover HVAC, compressed air, air intake de-dusting, filtration for hydraulics, vacuum intakes, and more. It also serves more than 15 industries. I think their after-sales service is a highlight, which increases their influence in Europe. They are also a leader in the customization of special filters.
Top10 TROX
Headquarters: Belgium
Year established: 1951
Main Products: Filter elements, HVAC filters, AHU, etc.,
Suppose we talk about filter manufacturers in the field of ventilation. In that case, I must remember to mention TROX, which has a substantial market share in the domestic and commercial sectors and in medical and pharmaceutical ventilation. TROX has evolved from a manufacturer of ventilation and filter components to a producer and supplier of a wide range of products and solutions, including AHUs, control systems, smoke detection, noise reduction, etc. This has further expanded the range of services and business opportunities. This has further expanded the range of services and business opportunities. They are enhancing their competitiveness in the European market.
Last summary
The list above is not only a list of names but also a channel for air filtration enthusiasts, buyers, and traders to learn about European Air Filter Manufacturers. Knowing each manufacturer’s features, products, and business scope can help you make a better choice.
