INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, in collaboration with International Filtration News magazine, proudly announces the finalists for the inaugural FiltXPO™ Awards. These awards recognize outstanding achievements across the filtration value chain, celebrating pioneering advancements in nonwoven fabrics and filtration technology.
Award Ceremony Details The awards will be presented at FiltXPO™, taking place from April 29 to May 1, 2025, at the Miami Beach Convention Center, Florida. The ceremony will highlight exceptional innovations across three key categories:
- Air/Gas Filtration Media
- Water/Liquid Filtration Media
- Filtration Equipment
Each finalist has demonstrated remarkable creativity, technical sophistication, and the potential to drive significant advancements in filtration performance and sustainability. Voting is open to the public on the International Filtration News website, with a submission deadline of April 18, 2025: Vote Here.
Finalists for the 2025 FiltXPO™ Awards
Air/Gas Filtration Award
- Hollingsworth & Vose – NanoWave® ESA
A 3D, all-synthetic filter media free from PFAS, enabling highly efficient and comfortable respiratory protection for various applications. - Lanaco – EcoStatic® ML Series Filter Media
A wool-based air filtration solution using advanced electrostatic technology, offering exceptional efficiency and ultra-low pressure drop. Certified 100% Biobased by the USDA. - Greentech Environmental LLC – Greentech Filters with ODOGard®
A revolutionary odor-neutralizing polymer technology embedded in nonwoven and nanofiber filters to enhance indoor air quality and filter performance.
Water/Liquid Filtration Award
- Ahlstrom – BioProtect™
A sustainable, biobased material designed for superior dye-catching performance in laundry applications. It is home compostable and made from 100% naturally derived fibers. - Periodic Products, Inc. – MetalXtract® Filter Media
Utilizing patented Chelok® Polymer Technology, this media provides metal adsorption capabilities up to 500 times greater than traditional resins, ideal for wastewater treatment and environmental remediation.
Filtration Equipment Award
- Luwa America Inc. – Multi Cell Filter (MCV)
A space-saving filter system reducing floor space by 70% compared to traditional drum filters. Features an intelligent PLC-controlled design to optimize cleaning cycles and energy efficiency. - Oerlikon Neumag – hycuTEC
A cutting-edge hydrocharging technology that achieves over 99.9% filtration efficiency with reduced pressure loss and minimal resource consumption. - Filtration Advice Inc. – FA-TCO Software
An advanced Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis tool that enables predictive modeling for air filtration systems, enhancing sustainability and cost efficiency.
Recognizing Innovation in Filtration Finalists will showcase their groundbreaking solutions at FiltXPO, demonstrating advancements that enhance quality, efficiency, and sustainability in the filtration industry.
Matt O’Sickey, Ph.D., INDA’s Director of Education & Technical Affairs, expressed his enthusiasm:
“We are excited to recognize these innovative solutions that are transforming the filtration landscape. FiltXPO provides an unparalleled platform to highlight the industry’s most significant advancements and inspire future innovations.”
Award Winners Announcement Winners will be announced live at FiltXPO at INDA Booth #2439. Don’t miss the opportunity to vote for your favorite innovation before April 18, 2025: Vote Here.
For more details and to register for FiltXPO 2025, visit filtxpo.com.
About INDA
INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, represents hundreds of companies in the nonwoven and engineered materials sector, supporting business growth and innovation. Since 1968, INDA has provided educational courses, market intelligence, technical expertise, and networking opportunities to drive industry success. INDA Media publishes International Fiber Journal and International Filtration News, reaching professionals across the fiber, filtration, and nonwoven industries. Learn more at inda.org.
