Keep your gas turbines running –
even in heavy snowfall
Prevent shutdowns. Protect performance. Power through winter.
When winter weather strikes, snow and moisture can quickly disrupt turbine operation. Viledon hydroMaxx filtration solutions are engineered to ensure reliable, continuous gas turbine performance, even in the harshest snowy climates.
“FFT retrofitted one of five gas turbines with hydroMaxx + MVPGT98B end of 2025. During recent storms, all the turbines had to shut-down due to overpressure and extremely low airflow due to snow blockage and intake freezing, Except one – the one with hydroMaxx.” A customer in North Carolina experienced widespread turbine shutdowns during the storm, due to extremely low airflow, except for the ones with Viledon hydroMaxx.
The challenge – Why gas turbines struggle in snowy conditions
Across many cold-weather regions, gas turbines face a serious operational risk during snowstorms.
Harsh winter conditions
In cold regions, gas turbines face serious risks during snowstorms as moisture and powdery snow rapidly compromise air intake systems, leading to unstable pressure drop and reduced performance.
Prefilters unsuitable for snow
Traditional cardboard prefilters often trap powdery snow inside the pleats, leading to rapid clogging, unstable pressure drops, and reduced airflow through the filtration system.
Costly downtimeAs airflow resistance spikes, turbines are forced into load reduction or automatic shutdown — leading to significant power and revenue losses during high-demand periods.
“What a comparison!”
“What used to happen during snow events vs. what happens now — that’s “out of business” vs. “still in business.” ” Viledon hydroMaxx customer
The Viledon hydroMaxx solution
Built for reliability in snowy conditions
Viledon filtration solutions protect equipment in real-world conditions — from heavy snow and ice to harsh coastal weather. Viledon filters handle high dust loads, resist moisture, and stay reliable in spray, fog, and airborne particles. This ensures cleaner intake air, less fouling and corrosion, and steady turbine performance in any environment.
Easily upgrade any system from 1-stage to 2-stage or from 2-stage to 3-stage with the modular clip-on design. This gives you stronger protection and better performance without changing your existing setup.
Keep your gas turbine running at peak performance
The hydroMaxx benefits:
Prevents snow buildup
Keeps turbines running through storms. Hydrophobic coalescer media stops snow from collecting in pleats.
Maintains low pressure drop
Protects power output and efficiency. Stable airflow prevents load reduction or shutdowns.
Flexible configuration
Use with our final filter or your existing one. Adapts to your setup while ensuring protection from snow, ice, and corrosion.
Two efficiency optionsAvailable in T4 and T5 to capture finer particles and protect final filters in any weather.
Proven durabilityLonger filter life and lower maintenance needs. Field-tested in harsh North American winters.
“We had to shut down this weekend and knock out the snow from all 1008 filters from the snow storm. The hydromaxx filter worked great and was quick to knock the snow off.” A New Jersey-based facility Viledon hydroMaxx customer reported that removing snow was considerably easier and faster on our Viledon hydroMaxx than on their other built-in pre-filter.
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Built for storms. Proven by customers.
Effective protection against snowstorms
Continuous gas turbine operation during heavy snow
Optimal protection against penetrating water and salt – offshore or in coastal regions and locations with high humidity. Special drainage properties prevent the passage of water droplets into subsequent filter stages.
Have Questions?
To learn how hydroMaxx filtration can help increase turbine uptime and boost operational efficiency in snowy conditions, contact our experts today.
Frequently asked questions
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What makes hydroMaxx effective in snowy environments?
The hydroMaxx filter is engineered specifically for snow-prone and high-moisture conditions. Its hydrophobic coalescer media prevents snow and ice from collecting in the pleats, maintaining stable airflow and preventing filter wall icing. This ensures continuous gas turbine operation even during heavy snowstorms.
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Can the system be retrofitted into existing filter housings?
Yes, the hydroMaxx filter is designed for easy retrofit into most existing gas turbine filter housings. Its flexible configuration allows you to use either our final filter or your existing one, ensuring seamless integration without costly modifications or downtime.
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Can hydroMaxx reduce unplanned outages?
Absolutely. By preventing moisture, salt, and particulate ingress, hydroMaxx lowers the risk of fouling and corrosion—two major contributors to unexpected shutdowns.
