Industry Insights and Key Conversations

Throughout the sessions, industry leaders addressed major trends influencing filtration. Dr. Marc Schmidt (AAF-Lufttechnik) explored how economic and social shifts are reshaping filtration markets, while Anthony Lawson (Hengst Filtration) examined the impact of evolving air quality guidelines and PFAS restrictions on filter design. Experts such as Cédric Vallet (Ahlstrom) and Christof Keppler (Gessner) presented innovations in filtration efficiency, carbon footprint reduction, and the development of biodegradable filter media. Meanwhile, Dr. Pero Mi?i? (FutureManagementGroup AG) offered a strategic framework for future-proofing businesses against industry disruptions. With its combination of expert insights, interactive discussions, and a strong focus on industry-wide collaboration, Filtrex 2025 once again reinforced its position as a key event for the global filtration community. Spotlight on Sustainability in Filtration Sustainability took center stage at Filtrex 2025, with a dedicated round table that saw insights from Oswaldo Anaya (Freudenberg Performance Materials), Cédric Vallet (Ahlstrom), and Bruce Lorange (Hollingsworth & Vose). The discussions focused on how the industry can reduce its environmental impact while still delivering high-performance solutions.

Filtrex Innovation Award 2025

A major highlight of the event was the Filtrex Innovation Award, which this year went to Johns Manville for its Evalith product. Their groundbreaking recycling process transforms HVAC glass microfiber waste into compounded pellets for injection molding, turning waste into durable, second-life products. The award was presented during a Networking Evening Cocktail at Vienna’s Kunsthistorisches Museum, providing an ideal atmosphere for further discussions and potential collaborations.

PFAS-Free Filtration and Industry Innovation

The closing session tackled the critical topic of PFAS-free filtration, revealing solutions like high-performance PFAS-free Hepa media and nanofiber membranes that not only enhance performance but also reduce environmental impact. Industry leaders also discussed upcoming changes in PFAS regulations and the continued push for safer alternatives in the filtration industry. Looking Ahead, Filtrex 2025 firmly established itself as the key event for the filtration industry, providing a platform for knowledge exchange, collaboration, and innovation.

See you at the next Filtrex event in 2027! More information will be coming soon!