In the dynamic and global filtration industry, news and information is breaking on a daily basis. International Filtration News is tracking stories relevant to our industry from air and gas filtration to liquid filtration and the various end-uses for filtration technology. Here we will post news stories relevant to filtration and its downstream applications on an ongoing basis. Please check back for regular updates. If you have news that you feel should be added to this summary report, please email it to Ken Norberg: ken@filtnews.com
Most recent update: November 05, 2024
Gessner Launches MecNa Air Filter Media
Gessner has introduced MecNa, revolutionary air filter media which addresses the common issue of reduced lifespan due to low dust holding capacity in current nanofiber filter media. Developed in the post-COVID pandemic era, when guaranteed efficiency for critical filtration applications became essential, MecNa™ sets a new standard by offering unparalleled longevity and filtration performance.
The uniqueness of MecNa™ is its revolutionary 3D nanofiberstructured media design. Unlike continuous electrospun fibers MecNa™ embeds individual nanofibers within the filter media, enhancing both durability and performance.
This particular construction overcomes the typical limitation of reduced lifespan of filter elements due to low dust holding capacity, ensuring high initial resistance to airflow. Additionally, since it relies on mechanical filtration, you can count on consistent efficiency without any particle removal efficiency dropping problems commonly seen in electrostatic filter media.
Ahlstrom Joins the World Business Council for Sustainable Development
Ahlstrom, a global leader in fiber-based specialty materials, has joined the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD), a global organization committed to accelerating the transition to a sustainable world.
By becoming a member of WBCSD, Ahlstrom will collaborate with some of the world’s most forward-thinking companies to further the global sustainability agenda. Together, Ahlstrom and WBCSD aim to tackle urgent environmental issues, including climate change, the need for clean air and water, decarbonization, biodiversity loss, and plastic pollution.
“At Ahlstrom, we are committed to being part of the solution to global sustainability challenges. We believe that sustainability is a complex journey that requires collaboration to drive meaningful change. Our purpose, ‘Purify and Protect with Every Fiber for a Sustainable World,’ guides our efforts to innovate fiber-based solutions that are safe and sustainable by design,” said Helen Mets, President & CEO of Ahlstrom.
Donaldson Announces Official Partnership with the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games
Donaldson Company, Inc., a leading worldwide provider of innovative filtration products and solutions, announced that it has committed to be a partner of the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games set to take place in June 2026 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
“At Donaldson, we strive to positively impact the communities in which we live and work,” said Tod Carpenter, chairman, president and chief executive officer. “Partnering with the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games is a natural extension of this and underscores our long-held belief that inclusion is essential in our communities and throughout the world. Together, we aim to inspire and empower athletes of all abilities, demonstrating the power of unity and creating opportunities for everyone.”
The company joins a growing list of passionate partners for the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games. As a proud partner, Donaldson and its employees will actively participate in key Games events and initiatives. The company plans to host Special Olympic athletes on their Bloomington campus, as well as provide numerous volunteer opportunities for employees.
Memsift Innovations Acquires Graphene Membrane Technology Ngee Ann Polytechnic
Memsift Innovations, based in Singapore, has entered into a technology transfer agreement with Ngee Ann Polytechnic, also in Singapore on an innovative graphene membrane technology.
The technology, featuring graphene oxide-based hollow fiber ultrafiltration and nanofiltration membranes, was developed based on over a decade of research and development. The ultrafiltration technology utilizes a graphene oxide-block copolymer composite renowned for its exceptional chemical and thermal stability, making it ideal for harsh industrial applications. Its unique surface chemistry forms a protective water layer that effectively prevents fouling. The nanofiltration technology employs a robust single-layer modified graphene oxide membrane with synthetic water channels, enhancing selectivity and permeability. This enables efficient molecular-level separation and differentiation between monovalent and multivalent ions.
FLSmidth and Enter Engineering Sign Strategic Agreement
FLSmidth and Enter Engineering have signed a strategic cooperation agreement covering the development of new production lines at Almalyk Mining and Metallurgical Complex’s MOF-4 copper processing plant in Uzbekistan. The agreement includes the supply of core processing equipment and design services with an estimated total value of $215 million.
Enter Engineering’s construction work on the MOF-4 plant is already underway, and when completed, it will enable Almalyk Mining and Metallurgical Complex to become one of the world’s largest copper, gold, and molybdenum producers.
Under the terms of the agreement, FLSmidth will supply Enter Engineering with a range of core process equipment including High-Pressure Grinding Rolls (HPGRs), Vertical Mills, Screens, Thickeners, Dewatering Filters, Gravity Concentrators and Hydrocyclones.
Sami Takaluoma Appointed President and CEO of Metso Corporation
Metso’s Board of Directors has appointed Sami Takaluoma (born 1973, M.Sc. (Eng.)) as Metso’s new President and CEO. He assumed his duties November 1, 2024. Metso’s current President and CEO, Pekka Vauramo, will continue with the company as per his contract until the end of 2024, ensuring a smooth transition of responsibilities. Sami Takaluoma has been with Metso since 1997 and has led Metso’s Services business area since 2021. He has been a member of Metso’s Leadership Team since 2017.
