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Filters for healthy refrigerators

Eliminating odors and bacteria in the refrigerator is an important health factor. Carbon and platinum filter can not only ensure food safety, but also effectively reduce unhealthy odors.
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Efficient, sustainable, inspired by nature

Freudenberg Filtration Technologies’ newly developed spiderMaxx cassette filters offer turbomachinery operators maximum performance and operational reliability.
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Freudenberg S.A.F.E.air secures ISO-compliant pressurization and filtration in mining vehicles

Freudenberg Filtration Technologies‘ advanced filtration solution supports operator health and overall functionality of mining vehicles.
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Freudenberg Filtration Technologies presents new online product catalog

Web platform features air filter portfolio for industrial applications with a user-friendly interface.
The new edition of the Viledon digital product catalog is available at products.freudenberg-filter.com
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Pure hospital air: your digital overview

Comprehensive solution packages ensure maximum patient safety.
Well-designed filtration solutions offer maximum safety
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Simple performance increase at the click of a switch

Modular clip-on system enables economical ventilation concept with low maintenance requirements.
Modular clip-on system
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Freudenberg supports India’s first zero-emission bus with fuel cell filters

High-performance fuel cell filter for first Indian-designed and -built fuel cell public transport bus.
Fuel cell filter for public transport bus in India
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Confectionery surface treatment

Cooperation with CAPOL – identifying the starting points for collaboration
Confectionery surface treatment
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Viledon NEXX filter bags are more sustainable than ever before

Good news for the environment. As of now, the polyester in Viledon NEXX filter bags is obtained 100 percent from recycled material – specifically from old PET bottles.
Viledon NEXX filter bags are more sustainable than ever before
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Freudenberg strengthens U.S. presence

Another acquisition in the residential and commercial air filter sector - BestAir end-user brand now part of Freudenberg's filtration portfolio.
Freudenberg strengthens U.S. presence
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Freudenberg opens new manufacturing facility in China

Freudenberg Filtration Technologies' largest manufacturing facility worldwide
Freudenberg opens new manufacturing facility in China
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New classification system simplifies filter selection

The revised ISO 29461-1 standard has recently come into force. It classifies air filters for the intake air filtration of turbomachinery. The 13 filter classes of the standard create transparency, allowing filter performance to be objectively...
ISO 29261-1
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Freudenberg Strengthens Filter Business in the U.S.

Freudenberg is expanding its filter business strategically. In the United States, the Freudenberg business group Filtration Technologies acquires the Protect Plus Air Holding, Inc. from its current owner, the Indianapolis-based private equity firm...
Freudenberg Strengthens Filter Business in the U.S.
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Reducing aerosol concentration on buses

With the SARS-CoV-2 virus still dominating world news and public discussion, sources of infection and how to protect against it remain a hot topic. One key area is public transportation, where people necessarily gather together in confined spaces: an...
Reducing aerosol concentration on buses
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Air quality and Covid-19

A series of recent studies has further revealed a possible connection between the level of air pollution and vulnerability to the latest coronavirus.
Air quality and Covid-19
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Making micronAir filtration performance visible

Although there is ample independent scientific evidence of the real effectiveness of high-performance cabin air filters in removing particulate matter from the air, it’s not something most of us will ever see with our own eyes.
Making micronAir filtration performance visible
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Freudenberg to present clean air solutions at EIMA International 2021 in Bologna

The filtration specialist exhibits micronAir agricultural filters category 2, 3 and 4 and is present with a live expert presentation on operator protection.
Freudenberg to present clean air solutions at EIMA International 2021 in Bologna
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Digitization in the service of quality

Viledon fiterCair is well established in the coatings industry with which Freudenberg Filtration Technologies holistically examines and customer-specifically optimizes coating processes. One of the core elements is the analysis of paint defects.
Digitization in the service of quality
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Using overpressure to protect liquid foodstuffs

Innovative tank pressure unit TPU 500 from Freudenberg Filtration Technologies prevents contamination from liquid foodstuffs during storage and filling.
Using overpressure to protect liquid foodstuffs
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Freudenberg Filtration Technologies maintains prime service parts supplier status for Honda

As one of 22 selected service parts suppliers for American Honda Motor Co., Inc., Freudenberg Filtration Technologies was presented the Honda Service Parts Supplier Award 2021 during this year’s virtual Honda Supplier Conference. The award honors...
Freudenberg Filtration Technologies maintains prime service parts supplier status for Honda
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Protection against product contamination

Freudenberg Filtration Technologies developed an engineering solution for sterile filling of cream milk and dairy products with numerous components to ensure hygienic air quality.
Protection against product contamination
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e.FFECT - the performance advantage for turbomachinery

Dust and moisture in the intake air of gas turbines and compressors cause deposits on the blade surfaces known as ‘fouling’, as well as corrosion damage in the hot gas area. This results in reduced performance and efficiency while maintenance effort...
e.FFECT - the performance advantage for turbmachinery
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Keeping operators safe during spraying season

Spring marks the beginning of the spraying season. While crops need to be protected from weeds, insects, fungi and diseases, agricultural vehicle operators need to be protected from potentially toxic pesticides and liquid fertilizers when working on...
Keeping operators safe during spraying season
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Viledon Process View enables efficient filter monitoring

In energy-intensive industrial painting processes, inefficient filtra-tion systems can quickly have a negative impact on operating costs. Furthermore, poor filter performance can lead to paint de-fects and particle inclusions. Viledon Process View...
Viledon Process View enables efficient filter monitoring
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Viledon Product Catalog 2021/2022 released

The new Freudenberg Filtration Technologies Viledon Product Catalog for 2021/2022 is now available. This 152-page publication contains everything you need to know about products and services for industrial filtration, enabling you to find the right...
Viledon Product Catalog 2021/2022 released
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Dr. Jörg Sievert, COO, to retire

Dr. Jörg Sievert, Chief Operating Officer, to retire after 28 successful years - Ed Borger takes over on January 1, 2021
Dr. Jörg Sievert, COO, to retire
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Where dust and gases rule, you need more than just filters

Even after more than 20 years of cooperation, our customer continues to benefit from our wide range of individual products and services. Based in South Africa, this chemical and energy group faced a series of filtration-related challenges at its...
Where dust and gases rule, you need more than just filters
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Ford gives you more

High-performance cabin air filters now come as standard. Ford recently announced the launch of a new cabin air filter option on many of its most popular vehicles.
Ford gives you more
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Looking back, looking forward

We talked to Barry Kellar, Global Vice President Automotive Filters at Freudenberg Filtration Technologies, about his views on the way 2020 has unfolded and how he sees the year to come. We have summarized our conversation in the following article.
Looking back, looking forward
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Efficient reduction of indoor viral load

Filter technology can effectively remove viruses, such as SARS-CoV-2 including in aerosols, from the air. Alongside the global manufacture of facemasks, Freudenberg is helping to reduce the risk of infection with efficient high-tech filtration...
Efficient reduction of indoor viral load
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Freudenberg to present high-end filtration solutions for agricultural vehicles at the EIMA Digital Preview

Leading technology partner for automotive filtration systems will share its expertise at free online exhibition
Freudenberg to present high-end filtration solu-tions for agricultural vehicles at the EIMA Digital Preview
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Infection protection "Made in Germany"

In many areas of our working life, the wearing of respiratory masks makes a significant contribution to protecting employees against an infection with the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Freudenberg Filtration Technologies has developed a high-quality mask that...
Infection protection "Made in Germany"
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Freudenberg Filtration Technologies receives Honda’s Service Parts Supplier Award

Honda North America has once again awarded Freudenberg Fil-tration Technologies for its excellent service to American Honda Service Parts.
Freudenberg receives Honda's Service Parts Supplier Award
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Sound advice on health protection and food safety

Food and beverage manufacturers are required to rigorously avoid health hazards from infectious microorganisms in their production processes. Ventilation systems that are well maintained, hygienically flawless and equipped with highly effective air...
Viledon filterCair service modules Covid-19 plant check and hygiene monitoring
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Success comes in modules

Air filters are indispensable in many areas of our lives. They ensure that food and beverages are produced in a hygienic environment, prevent damage and downtime in power plants, and protect data in data centers by reducing corrosion. Filters ensure...
Success comes in modules
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German VDI 6022 revised: scope of application limited

For many years, the German VDI Guideline 6022 applied without restriction to the planning, operation and maintenance of air filter systems in surface treatment. This is about to Change because ever-stricter hygiene requirements are dominating the...
German VDI 6022 revised: scope of application limited
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Freudenberg starts mask production

Freudenberg has started producing mouth-nose masks for end-consumers. The masks under the brand name “Collectex” are available in the Vileda online shop – initially only in Germany.
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15th Auto Expo 2020

Alongside other Freudenberg Group business units, Freudenberg Filtration Technologies recently took part in a leading event for automotive manufacturers and suppliers in India.
15th Auto Expo 2020
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Reasons to believe

When it comes to choosing and owning a car, there are many factors influencing our purchasing decisions. One criterion that is gaining importance is reliable protection against pollutants and allergens. Car manufacturers are recognizing this trend as...
Reasons to believe
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In at the very beginning

Given that they are now installed as standard equipment in every vehicle in the world, it is hard to imagine there was ever a time before cabin air filters. Yet they have only existed since 1989. In that year, the Mercedes-Benz SL roadster became the...
In at the very beginning
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Spring has sprung

As warmer weather approaches the northern hemisphere, it is once again the time of year allergy sufferers dread. Another mild winter is likely to mean that the air will be filled with pollens earlier this year. Outside and inside vehicles, this can...
Spring has sprung
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Coronavirus vulnerability apparently greater in polluted areas

With the coronavirus pandemic continuing to spread quickly around the globe, there seems to be growing indications that air pollution likely increases coronavirus vulnerability.
Coronavirus vulnerability apparently greater in polluted areas
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Germs have no chance

When it comes to air filtration systems in hospitals, hygiene has the highest priority. After all, air contamination can quickly have life-threatening consequences. For this reason, an individually tailored filtration solution including a maintenance...
Germs have no chance
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The challenging desert climate

Dirt and dust are a major problem for turbomachinery, especially when the filter concept is not right. In Saudi Arabia, we equipped one of the world’s largest power and desalination plants with new filters. The result is reduced maintenance and...
The challenging desert climate
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Explosion-safe dedusting

Wherever is a lot of dust, the danger of explosions increases. Some dust-air mixtures are so flammable that even the smallest spark is all it takes. The consequences are usually dramatic – and life-threatening for employees. This risk can be...
Explosion-safe dedusting
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Achieve brilliant coating results with LABS-compliant filters

The automotive and supplier industry places maximum demands on the quality of coating results. Wetting errors are thus a time-consuming and costly issue. Either they need to be repaired or entire parts have to be repainted. For this reason, many of...
Achieve brilliant coating results with LABS-compliant filters
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WeChat channels in China

Since spring 2018, Freudenberg Filtration Technologies has been actively maintaining a presence on the incredibly popular WeChat multi-purpose platform in China.
WeChat channels in China
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Understanding the Air Quality Index (AQI)

With its intuitive color scheme to facilitate easy recognition of different risk levels and health recommendations, the Air Quality Index (AQI) is an established method for reporting daily air quality in different regions across the globe....
Understanding the Air Quality Index (AQI)
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Service Day 2019

In partnership with Fiat Chrysler’s OES Organization Mopar, Freudenberg Filtration Technologies participated in Service Day 2019, held in Brescia, Italy, from November 8-9. The focus of the event was on the importance of using genuine spare parts so...
Service Day 2019
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Air hygiene – A recipe for success

Rügenwalder Mühle has been producing high-quality food since 1832. To this end, the long-established brand focuses on modern production processes with the highest hygiene standards – including when it comes to air filtration. Thanks to the Viledon...
Lufthygiene als Erfolgsrezept
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Measurably more safety

Hygienically clean air is imperative in the production of food and medicines. In this context, air filter systems and their maintenance are crucial for product quality and consumer safety. Viledon filterCair Services have been expanded to include...
Messbar mehr Sicherheit
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Perfectly positioned thanks to Viledon filterCair

In cleanrooms and areas with a high hygiene risk, it is not just the filtration system that determines the quality of the supply air. Reliable maintenance also plays an important role.
filterCair Food and Pharma industry
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Viledon hydroMaxx enables moisture and snow to permanently roll off

One of the challenges in air filtration is to combine filter types and filter classes into a tailor-made overall system that is perfectly adapted to the ambient conditions. In humid climates, Viledon coalescer prefilters provide optimum protection...
Viledon hydroMaxx
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What do cabin air filter tests tell us?

Currently, there are no unified global standards for testing the efficiency of cabin air filters under actual working conditions. Although there are established procedures in certain regions, the nature of the testing and the results it produces are...
What do cabin air filter tests tell us?
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Super heroes!

This charming short film shows a father explaining to his son about all the “invisible bad guys” who populate the outside air – and what super hero “Micron-Air” with his magic shield is doing to stand up to them. The movie ends with a timely reminder...
Movie micronAir
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Top apps for air quality information

In recent years, media reporting of global environmental issues has greatly increased awareness of air quality. Whether at home or traveling abroad, there are some great apps that will give you real-time information about the air quality in your...
Top apps for air quality information
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Freudenberg teams up with Blueair

In the quest to take cabin air filtration to the next level, Blueair Cabin Air AB and Freudenberg Filtration Technologies recently entered into a collaborative relationship on developing clean air solutions. The objective is to combine the benefits...
Freudenberg teams up with Blueair
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What’s in the air inside your vehicle?

Giacomo Menzio, Automotive Market Manager at Freudenberg Filtration Technologies, used a recent webinar to highlight some of the issues surrounding in-vehicle pollution during which he presented five key recommendations.
What’s in the air inside your vehicle?
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Intelligent filter cleaning with Freudenberg PulseWatch

With surface filters such as filter cartridges or bags, the dust cake that forms on the surface must be regularly removed. This cleaning is usually carried out using compressed air: either at fixed intervals or – better still – based on the...
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Freudenberg Filtration Technologies honored as top Honda supplier

Honda North America has awarded Freudenberg Filtration Technologies its 7th consecutive Service Parts Supplier Award. The award is given to suppliers for their outstanding track record regarding quality, delivery and price, with only approximately 3%...
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Certified Safety

The EU directive ATEX 2014 / 34 / EU regulates the use of equipment and protective systems in explosion-endangered areas. This also applies to air filters and filter elements.
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Closing completed: Apollo now part of the Freudenberg Group

Freudenberg Filtration Technologies takes over majority of Apollo Air-cleaner Co., Ltd. in China
Closing completed: Apollo now part of the Freudenberg Group
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New micronAir Gas Shield stops gases and odors

Freudenberg Filtration Technologies has introduced a new premium activated carbon selection for automotive cabin air filters: the micronAir Gas Shield line. Three regionally customized activated carbon combinations are now available to adsorb a wide...
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Print and digital offerings even more closely linked

Freudenberg Filtration Technologies published the new Viledon® product catalog 2019/2020. This edition features updated information on the ISO 16890 test standard, the EUROVENT Directive 4/23 and the new energy efficiency classes (4/21).
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Honored for its contributions to the future of mobility

Freudenberg Filtration Technologies has won the prestigious Automotive Technology Innovation Award 2018, which was presented at the International Automotive Congress in Shanghai at the end of last year.
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Looking back, looking forward: Barry Kellar shares his insights

Our Global Vice President Automotive Filters Barry Kellar talked to Automotive Filtration Insight about the past year and prospects for the future.
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Freudenberg Filtration Technologies launches new image film

Filtration reaches into our lives in all sorts of places and in thousands of different applications. To give you a sense of the many ways in which Freudenberg Filtration Technologies impacts everyday life, we have created a great new image film.
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Responding to a global crisis

Held at the WHO’s Geneva headquarters from October 30 to November 1, 2018, the first ever WHO Global Conference on Air Pollution and Health reported on the ever-increasing harm of pollution to health, explored ways to prevent air pollution diseases,...
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Freudenberg strengthens filter business

The global technology group Freudenberg is expanding its filter business. The Freudenberg Filtration Technologies Business Group has signed a contract in China to purchase the majority shares of Apollo Air-cleaner Co., Ltd.
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ISO 16890 definitively replaces test standard EN 779

As of July 1, 2018, ISO 16890 will be the sole internationally applicable testing standard for classifying air filters. It now definitively replaces the previous industry standard EN 779, which had applied for 18 months in parallel.
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No chance for legionella

Dry instead of wet: operators of paint shops play it safe when they choose dry separation of overspray for their facilities.
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New Mobility – Cleanrooms on wheels

By replacing bulky engines with compact electric motors, eVehicles have freed up physical space that can be used to integrate other features and technologies. One opportunity this opens up is equipping vehicles with a whole new level of cabin air...
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Dry separation made easy

Dry paint mist separation in paint shops is very much in vogue. At the PaintExpo 2018 in Karlsruhe Freudenberg Filtration Technologies presented the alternative: dry separation using modern filtration solutions.
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Looking inside the microcosm of car painting

Nothing should dull the driving pleasure and futuristic design of a new car. Not even the smallest surface defects in plastic components, which are barely visible to the human eye.
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e.FFECT: filter efficiency rating is now digital

e.FFECT - that is the name of the new software tool with which Freudenberg Filtration Technologies is able to configure supply air filtration systems for customers even more precisely.
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Honeycomb creates data security

In the age of digital information and communication technology, electronic data and programs are at the heart of business. Constantly protecting them and ensuring their availability is one of the core tasks of responsible corporate action.
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Watch, detect, control

Corrosion caused by harmful gases can cripple entire production processes. That is why clean air is essential in switchgear and control rooms in pulp and paper industry factories and in the petrochemical industry, for example.
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Cleaning up on wastewater

Viledon Water Solutions with Aquabio technology are the first choice for safely and efficiently preparing industrial wastewater for the protection of the environment and nature. The Ardmore Distillery provides a recent example.
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As a global technology leader in air and liquid filtration, Freudenberg Filtration Technologies develops and produces high-performance, energy-efficient filtration solutions which improve the efficiency of industrial processes, conserve resources, protect people and the environment and thus enhance the quality of life. With its Viledon® and micronAir® global brands, Freudenberg Filtration Technologies offers customers innovative filter elements and systems for the energy and resources, hygiene and health, automobile and transport, production and building technology sectors, and for highly-specialized applications.

In 2017, Freudenberg Filtration Technologies generated sales of around €423 million and employed almost 2,100 people.

The company is part of the Freudenberg Group which in 2017 generated sales of more than €9.3 billion. Freudenberg with its four Business Areas Seals and Vibration Control Technology, Nonwovens and Filtration, Household Products, Specialties and Others Business employed approximately 48,000 people in some 60 countries.