There are a lot of different types of air filters, and one of the big categories is cartridge filters. Even though they all do the same thing, the way they’re made and the way you test them is different. So, only certain manufacturers can make cartridge filters. That’s why I’m going to write a separate article today about the top 10 cartridge filter manufacturers in the world.
I picked these manufacturers as the top ones because they have good technology, good quality products, good after-sales service, and their customers are happy with them. Some of them have been around for a long time, and some of them are new companies. First, let’s look at the top 10 list so you can get a basic idea of who these manufacturers are.
| Manufacturer name | Location | Year established |
| Koinfilter | Suzhou, China | 2006 |
| Donaldson Company | Minneapolis, MN, USA | 1915 |
| Camfil | Stockholm, Sweden | 1963 |
| AAF International (American Air Filter) | Louisville, KY, USA | 1921 |
| Freudenberg Filtration Technologies | Baden-Württemberg, Germany | 1949 |
| L. Gore & Associates | Delaware, USA | 1958 |
| Clarcor (Now part of Parker Hannifin) | Ohio, USA | 1904 (Clarcor), |
| Koch Filter | Kentucky, USA | 1966 |
| Filtration Group | Illinois, USA | 1942 |
| Altair S.r.l. | Leinì, Italia | 1991 |
So, let’s dive into the top 10.
1. Koinfilter
Year Founded:2006
Headquarters: Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, China
In addition to other air filter types, we have also had success with cartridge filters. When customers start to make demands, we are fully prepared. I believe experienced engineers and diversified production equipment are the factors of our success. We can produce various filter cartridges, which has allowed us to obtain good market feedback in commercial or industrial applications. Becoming a leader has always been our goal.
Notable Products:
- KOIN Air Cartridges: These filters are made for high-efficiency air cleaning. They’re perfect for homes and businesses.
- KOIN High-Efficiency Dust Collectors: These cartridge dust collectors are made for industrial use. They’re really strong, and they last a long time.
2. Donaldson Company
Year Founded: 1915
Headquarters: 1400 W. 94th St, Minneapolis, MN, USA
In the world, the first expert that comes to my mind is Donaldson, whose century-old history and experience make them unparalleled. They made tractor air filters in the early days and slowly introduced filter cartridge products to other industries.
I noticed that their filter cartridge products come in many different shapes, which indicates their high level of craftsmanship. This is not easy and requires a lot of auxiliary tools and equipment to complete. Some odd-shaped filter cartridges are indeed difficult to make.
Notable Products:
- Ultra-Web Cartridge Filters: These filters use nanofiber technology to catch really tiny dust particles. They make the air really clean.
- PowerCore Dust Collectors: These collectors are small and work really well. They’re easy to put in and easy to take care of. They’re perfect for industrial use.
3. Camfil
Year Founded: 1963
Headquarters: Tegeluddsvägen 7A, 115 41 Stockholm, Sweden
As a leader in air filters, camfil’s filter cartridge products are also well-known. Compared with other manufacturers, they pay more attention to branding in products. For example, they apply the colors of the company logo, green and black, to their products. This makes them more recognizable and allows customers to deepen their impression of their brand. I think this is a good idea and is one of the common practices in branding.
Notable Products:
- HemiPleat Cartridges: These filters are designed in a special way. They have more folds in them, so they have more surface area. That means they work better and they last longer.
- Gold Cone Cartridges: These filters work really well. They use special media that can hold a lot of dust, and they last a long time.
4. AAF International (American Air Filter)
Year Founded: 1921
Headquarters: 9920 Corporate Campus Dr, Louisville, KY, USA
Regarding air filter production, we cannot fail to mention AAF, another century-old enterprise in air filter production. Likewise, they are no slouch when it comes to filter cartridge production. They apply EPTFE materials in production to cope with some scenarios of high temperatures or chemical pollutants. I think there are many application scenarios for filter cartridges, so various manufacturers are working hard to compete.
Notable Products:
- OptiFlo Cartridge Collector: This dust collector is made in a special way. It works really well and it lasts a long time. It’s perfect for all kinds of industrial use.
- MEGAcel I ePTFE Filter: This filter is made really well. It uses special media and it’s for places that have to be really clean, like cleanrooms and labs.
5.Freudenberg Filtration Technologies
Year Founded:1949
Headquarters:Weinheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
As the oldest air filter manufacturer, Freudenberg must have filter cartridge products. They concentrated their efforts and developed their own market in industrial dust removal filter cartridges. Their filter cartridges have obvious advantages in smoke and dust filtration. I noticed their product packaging is very careful, which cannot be ignored because it can effectively protect the filter during transportation.
Notable Products:
- SinTexx Plus cartridge filters: These filters are made with a special kind of polyester media that has a lot of folds in it. They also have a layer of nanofibers. They work really well for getting rid of smoke and dust. They keep people and equipment safe, and they make your equipment last longer and use less energy.
- Snap and FIx cartridge Filters: You don’t have to screw in one end. You just push the filter cartridge into the hole. The special buckle design makes it fit really well. It’s perfect for diggers and street sweepers.
6. L. Gore & Associates
Year Founded: 1958
Headquarters: Newark, Delaware, USA
The company was founded by a couple who discovered that PTFE materials had many untapped capabilities and potential. However, this material was discovered first by DuPont employees. After successfully developing better PTFE materials, they applied them in over 1,000 industries. This makes their company successful. This also makes his filter products unique, with better filtration efficiency and longer durability. I like their established corporate culture; it is free and fair.
Notable Products:
- GORE Turbine Filters: These filters keep bad stuff out of gas turbines. They make them work better and last longer.
7. Clarcor (Now part of Parker Hannifin)
Year Founded: 1904 (Clarcor), Acquired by Parker Hannifin in 2017
Headquarters: Cleveland, Ohio, USA
Clarcor also has a long history as a manufacturer of HVAC filters. After being acquired by Parker Hannifin, Parker’s HVAC filter business has grown, allowing them to enter the dust collector field. Such mergers and acquisitions are not uncommon in the filter industry. This also proves that major industry organizations recognize the air filtration industry. I can be very clear that air purification will remain very important to industrial production and daily life in the coming years.
Notable Products:
- Fulflo Cartridges: These filters are made for all kinds of different uses. They work really well.
- DustHog Cartridge Dust Collectors: These dust collectors are really good. They’re easy to put in and easy to take care of. They’re perfect for industrial use.
8. Koch Filter
Year Founded:1966
Headquarters: Louisville, Kentucky, USA
Koch Filter is mentioned many times in the filter manufacturing industry, and they don’t have many other products compared to other big companies. They only produce air filters and purifiers. I think this is very pure, and they can concentrate on producing and researching filters. They have a wide variety of air filter types, and their research into their products is deep. This pure-play filter company gives you more flexibility when purchasing air filters.
Notable Products:
- Multi-Flo Cartridges: These filters are made in a special way. They have more surface area, so they work better and they last long.
9. Filtration Group
Year Founded: 1942
Headquarters: Chicago, Illinois, USA
I can always think of Filtration Group in microfiltration because their technological research and development have always been outstanding. Likewise, they also have filter cartridges in various sizes. Different from other manufacturers, their filter cartridges are also used in liquid, oil, and gas filtration, which requires different production processes. For example, filter cartridges that filter liquids require PP materials, while those that filter oil and gas require metal materials.
Notable Products:
- Aerostar Series: These filters are made for high-efficiency air cleaning. They’re perfect for homes and businesses.
10. Altair S.r.l.
Year Founded: 1991
Headquarters: Leinì, Italia
This company is located in Italy. I looked across Europe and found that few manufacturers can produce air filter cartridges and cover multiple application fields. This is why I put him on this list. They have all the equipment to produce filter cartridges. From materials to fastening end caps, they can provide more than 100 options, which covers almost all models on the market. In addition, I think production flexibility is an important factor in their success, a trait not every manufacturer possesses.
Notable Products:
- Air filter Cartridges: These filters are really good. They’re perfect for industrial use.
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