The two-day symposium will look at innovative, high-performance textile filter media for various applications and systems for air, gas, liquid and particle filtration against the backdrop of changing technology.

Key topics of the symposium

Under the heading of sustainability, the minimisation of air and water pollution, the reduction of environmental and health impacts and the conservation of resources are among the ongoing trends in filter media development. These measures go hand in hand with increasing filter service life and maximising economic efficiency. An important trend in filter media development is the use of bio-based materials that can be completely degraded in an environmentally friendly manner at the end of their useful life. The integration of nanotechnology enables the production of filter media with improved efficiency and lower permeability for ultra-fine particles. In addition, innovative developments are leading to self-cleaning filter media that significantly increase the service life and efficiency of filters.

Another strong trend for the future is indoor filtration with its increased requirements. In addition to the development of sustainable filter media and special solutions for meltblown filter media, the symposium will focus on the simulation of filtration processes, such as digital twins, as well as the development of associated software tools. The focus on filtration applications will be on innovations in and of test methods as well as innovations in flue gas purification and suitable hollow fibres for dialysis.

A special highlight on the agenda is an excursion to the Sächsisches Textilforschungsinstitut e. V. (STFI), where guests will gain an insight into the institute’s extensive expertise in nonwovens.

Networking opportunities

Parallel to the symposium, there will be the opportunity to present products, services or the latest research and development results at an accompanying trade exhibition. An attractive, cultural supporting programme at the 17th Textile Filter symposium will also once again provide a platform for networking, making new contacts and discussing the latest developments in the filter industry. Further information and registration can be found at www.stfi.de. An early bird price applies until 7 February 2025.