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Editorial Advisory BoardEditorial Board ChairmanEdward C. Gregor, ChairmanE.C. Gregor & Assoc. LLCTel: 1 704 442 1940Fax: 1 704 442 1778ecg@egregor.comM&A, Filtration MediaHaluk Alper, PresidentMyCelx Technologies Corp.Tel: 770.534.3118Fax: 770.534.3117alper@mycelx.comOil Removal – Water and AirPeter S. Cartwright, PECartwright Consulting Co.cartwrightconsul@cs.comMembranes, RO,UltrafiltrationWu ChenThe Dow Chemical CompanyTel: 1 979 238 9943Fax: 1 979 238 0651Process Filtration (liquid/gas)Equipment and MediaPeter R. Johnston, PETel/Fax: 1 919 942 9092ddandp3@aol.comTest proceduresJim JosephJoseph MarketingTel/Fax: 1 757 565 1549josephmarketing@verizon.netCoolant FiltrationGerard J. Lynch, PESigma Design Co., LLCTel: 1 973 912 7922Fax: 1 973 912 5244gjlynch@sigmadesign.netFiltration Machinery &Product DesignDr. Ernest MayerDuPont Co.Tel: 1 302 368 0021Fax: 1 302 368 1474ernest.mayer@usa.dupont.comGeneral Solid/Liquid Separationsin All AreasRobert W. McilvaineTel: 1 847 272 0010Fax: 1 847 272 9673mcilvaine@mcilvainecompany.comwww.mcilvainecompany.comMkt. Research & Tech. AnalysisHenry Nowicki, Ph.D. MBATel: 1 724 457 6576Fax: 1 724 457 1214Henry@pacslabs.comwww.pacslabs.comAbsorbent Testingand TrainingBrandon Ost, CEOFiltration GroupHigh Purity Prod. Div.Tel: 1 630 723 2900bost@filtrationgroup.comAir Filters, Pharmaceuticaland Micro-ElectronicDr. Graham RidealWhitehouse Scientific Ltd.Tel: +44 1244 33 26 26Fax: +44 1244 33 50 98rideal@whitehousescientific.comFilter and Media ValidationAndy RosolGlobal Filtration Products Mgr.FLSmidth Mineralsandy.rosol@flsmidth.comTel: 1 800 826 6461/1 801 526 2005Precoat/Bodyfeed Filter AidsGregg PoppeThe Dow Chemical CompanyTel: 1 952 897 4317Fax: 1 942 835 4996poppeg@dow.comIndustrial Water, Power,and Membrane TechnologyTony ShucoskyPall MicroelectronicsTel: 1 410 252-0800Fax: 1 410 252-6027tony_shucosky@pall.comCartridges, Filter Media,MembranesScott P. YaegerFiltration and SeparationTechnology LLCTel/Fax: 219-324-3786Mobile: 805-377-5082spyaeger@msn.comMembranes, New Techn.Wells ShoemakerAdvisory BoardMember EmeritusDr. Bob BaumannAdvisory BoardMember Emerituswww.filtnews.com • August 2010 • 3

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Trends | FiltrationScouting Out Trends, Developmentsand Unmet Needs in FiltrationBy Edward C. GregorFrom a list of priorities, marketintelligence is the most importantneed for American Filtration& Separations Society (AFS)Corporate Sponsors. This was learnedat the 2010 AFS Spring Conference inSan Antonio in late March. This articlefeatures a high-level overview and a fewspecific insights into the subject ofwhere the filtration and separationsmarket is today and where it is headed.The overview certainly is not all encompassing,but provides a brief summaryfor readers having an interest inthe subject.FILTRATION TRENDSThere are several fundamental characteristicsor macro-trends in the filtrationmarket. They include:• Finer Filtration is in demand prettymuch across the board asmanufacturers from automotive tosemiconductor manufacturing seekto increase product performance.• More filtration media is indevelopment for niche applicationsin the form of specializedmembranes, nano fibers, ceramicfibers or high-temperaturespunbond and meltblownnonwoven fabrics from specialtypolymers than were in the past.• Environmental consciousness isevolving as filter buyers are seekinglong-filter life and/or the eliminationof disposable filters using a systemsapproach.• One world manufacturing,distribution and sales. Ascommunications, markets andFiltration media for niche applications will be in demand in the coming years,including media such as filters made from ceramic fibers pictured above.currencies are more unified,multi-national filter customersexpect filtration products to beavailable locally from suppliers asthey install production overseas.• Legislation by local, regional andinternational bodies increasinglyenacting laws to prevent, reduce andclean-up contamination.Trends are long-term changes in the6 • August 2010 • www.filtnews.commarket, which often span many yearsacross the industry as a whole. Thereare other ongoing micro trends in nichemarkets that relate to the fundamentallonger-term trends listed above.LATEST DEVELOPMENTSIt’s important to understand the differencebetween the “tweaking” andenhancing a product design or function,and true new product development.There is no black and white

Trends | FiltrationMercury Removal Media: Mercury(Hg) reduction has been an enigma toregulators, the general public and producersof media and process facilitiesalike. Many materials and processes havebeen tried to solve this vexing problem.To date, the preferred materials have beenactivated carbon, but because of overallefficiency limitations along with reprocessingand waste disposal issues, usersand environmental regulators continue toseek improved solutions. Now, a newmedia and system reports success at 100percent efficiency in very large-scale naturalgas processes with the ability to concentratemercury and completelyeliminate media waste, regeneration andhazmat disposal. In time this technologylikely will be developed to work withcoal-fired power plants and cement factories,the two largest mercury emitters.Coalescing media has proven capabilities for removing oil from water and oilymist from air at levels heretofore not achievable by other media.definition, but mostly shades of gray.There are certain new developmentsand emerging technologies worth commentingon. The developments describedbelow revolve around filtrationmedia and new filter, equipment orprocess design.NEW FILTRATION MEDIAHEPA Media: Wetlaid glass filtrationmedia has been the preferred inHEPA air filtration in semiconductorcleanrooms, laboratories, surgical operatingtheaters, pharmaceutical manufacturing,and in the production ofLCD screens. Over the years, endusersat semiconductor manufacturingcompanies have sought an alternativemedia to glass to reduce off-gassingand wafer contamination. Alternativemedia such as PTFE membranes havebeen used, but the cost remains ashortcoming, limiting its use. Now, anew nonwoven filter media with extremelyfine polymeric fibers is increasinglycapturing a portion of themarket at a cost comparable to wetlaidglass media has dominated.8 • August 2010 • www.filtnews.comNanofibers and Nano Media: By lastcount there were over 30 companies eitherdeveloping or in commercial productionwith nanofiber or webs, yet fewwill ever achieve meaningful sales success.Too many media manufacturers areenthralled with the ability to makenanofiber materials without an understandingof the performance requirementsof the markets and customers.With that said there are suppliers whohave created winning constructions, primarilyfor air filtration. Only one companyhas fully commercialized ananofiber for liquid filtration, made froma combination of boehmite and glass,which works via electro-adsorbitive andion exchange properties, not mechanicalfiltration. A second company has productsin development from all commodityand specialty polymers, processableinto nanofiber in most nonwoven formatsfor air and liquid at substantiallygreater speed than electrospinning.ADVANCED FILTER CAPABILITIESCoalescing Separators: Coalescingmedia has traditionally used glass fiberand other materials such as E-CTFE fluoropolymernonwoven as the media ofchoice and state-of-the-art. For advancedseparations for challenging separations anew medium has emerged as a worthychallenger. The patented material consistsof a viscoelastic polymer, which is

Trends | Filtrationsaturated into polymeric filtration media or filters achievingseparations of oil and chemical suspensions as low as one micronin size. Examples of the ideal use for the technology aredifficult oil/water separations in produced and bilge water andstorm water applications. The same technology has proven capabilitiesfor removing oily mist from air at levels heretoforenot achievable by other media.High-capactiy pleated cartridge filters are capable ofusing a wide selection of filtration media, and are designedto have higher effective filtration surface area and dirtholding capacity.High-Capacity Pleated Cartridge: These commercial filtersare capable of using a wide selection of filtration media.The filters are designed to have significantly higher effectivefiltration surface area and dirt holding capacity than traditionalpleated filters of similar size for use where large quantitiesof liquid are processed. Specific market segments wherethe high-capacity filter has meaningful market share growthpotential, because of comparatively low cost and high dirthold capacity are: beer, wine and soft drink make-up waterprocessing, pulp and papers mills, RO prefilters, coolant andhydraulics filtration, swimming pool filters, coalescing filters,oil, gas, and chemical process filters; and for air: truck andoff-road vehicle engine in-take and gas turbine filters. Inshort, there are few applications where this patented filtercannot excel compared to incumbent filters.10 • August 2010 • www.filtnews.comPleated Ceramic Filters: Ceramic filtration materialsand products have traditionally held a micro portion of thefiltration market. Beyond wall-flow ceramic filters used indiesel exhaust filtration, ceramics have not gained a meaningfultoehold in the market in spite of their enormous potentialfor use in high-temperature and corrosion resistanceapplications. Now, wetlaid ceramic filter media with ceramicbinders fabricated into pleated filters are being sold.This patented technology reduces the cost of conventionalceramic filter systems and increases percent porosity withoutaffecting filter efficiency resulting in lower differentialpressure compared to well-established ceramic filter configurations.The filters are engineered for use in air or liquidapplications where polymeric and metal filters cannotwithstand challenging environments. Equally important,the filters are cleanable in-situ.UNMET NEEDSA number of unmet needs in the filtration market canbe seen, some of which potentially can be solved with indepthmarket research and an internal companyskunkworks devoted to basic and applied research in designingthe next big-think idea. To those who say, filtrationis a highly price-competitive market withouthigh-margin opportunities, one only has look at the profitabilityof membrane companies. Other high-margin examplesinclude precision woven wire cloth andmonofilament woven fabrics, neither of which are a bargain.As these examples demonstrate, customers clearlywill pay for performance. In the future, other new media

Trends | Filtrationand filters will gain market share fromcommodity materials and products as filtrationusers overall seek improved performance.The following is a list of unmetneeds the author believes provides additionalnew product developmentareas and opportunities for the future:• Air filters: Filters with high-MERVratings, which yield higher flowrates and lower pressure drop• Filter Aid Substitutes: Filter aids,such are diatomaceous earth, haveproven effective, but presentdisposal issues. We need alternativechoices for high-volume uses likebeer, wine and the processindustries in general.• Membranes: MF/UF and ROmembranes or substitute materialswith high efficiency possessinggreater flow rate, lower differentialpressure and energy requirements.• Neutralizing Media/Systems: Moreeffective catalytic or other mediacapable of rendering variouscontaminates, including toxicsubstances environmentallyfriendly. Cigarette and coal-firedpower generation filters may be themost challenging of all the needs,but would do wonders for humanity.• Nonwoven Fabric: A melt-spinnablenonwoven with vastly improvedfiber distribution properties and athree dimensional cross-section.• Power Generation: Baghouse filters,dust collection cartridges or otherdevices able to withstand greaterchemical resistance at substantiallyelevated temperatures.• Reusable Filters: New designconcepts for multiple use or betteryet, permanent filters, which reducethe need for disposable filterand waste.• RO/UF Membrane Support:Material capable of being moreconsistent, including theelimination of standing fibers anduneven thickness across the width.• Triboelectric Media: Wider use oftriboelectric media and from onematerial of construction.There is an ongoing need for greaterinnovation in filtration and separationas new developments has slowed in recentyears. As the economy improves,one can only hope more companies addincreased funding to R&D and productdevelopment. At the end of the day, thisis the lifeblood of any company manufacturingmaterials, component partsFNand filtration products.Edward C. Gregor, Edward C. Gregor & Associates,LLC is a specialist in bringing newtechnologies to market and M&A in the filtration,fibers, nonwoven and polymers industries.Mr. Gregor is also chairman of theInternational Filtration News Editorial Board,and can be contacted by phone: 1-704-442-1940 or by email: ecg@egregor.com12 • August 2010 • www.filtnews.com

Filter | SterilizationPoints for Validating Filter SterilizationBy Tonya Morris, Pharmaceutical Section Leader, Nelson Laboratories, Inc.that are generally used are steam,heat, ethylene oxide, and radiationsterilization. However, there are fewsterilization options for sterilizingpharmaceutical or biological products,which may be labile when exposedto heat, chemical treatment orradiation. One of the most commonoptions for sterilizing labile productsis filtration sterilization. Sterilizingsensitive pharmaceutical and biologicalproducts by filtration is becominga preferred method and the needs ofthe industry are increasing in parallelto the growth of the pharmaceuticalindustry. In September 2004, the U.S.Food and Drug Administration publisheda guideline recommending thatwhenever filtration is used in the productionprocess, validation procedureswill include microbial retentiontesting of the filters. These tests needto be conducted using simulatedpharmaceutical processing procedureswhich define “worst case” productionconditions. Parameters to be consideredinclude, but are not limited to:organism size, number of organisms,flow rate, temperature, pH, viscosity,and pressure.Sterilizing sensitive pharmaceutical andbiological products by filtration is becoming apreferred method and the needs of the industryare increasing in parallel to the growth of thepharmaceutical industry.The production of sterilepharmaceutical products andmedical devices usually encompassan approved, validated, andappropriate sterilization method. Themost common sterilization methods14 • August 2010 • www.filtnews.comThe FDA defines validation as:“Establishing documented evidencewhich provides a high degree of assurancethat a specific process will consistentlyproduce a product meeting itspre-determined specifications and qualityattributes.”Furthermore, both the FDA and theParenteral Drug Association (PDA)have concluded that when it comes tovalidation, it is the user’s responsibilityto demonstrate the complete microbialremoval from each product or productfamily using a representative challenge.In an attempt to help the user, points toconsider when developing a validationplan for filter sterilization by means offiltration are evaluated and summarizedin this article.SELECTING A STERILIZING GRADE FILTERThe accepted industry standard for

sterilizing grade 0.2 µm or 0.22 µm ratedfilters (0.2 and 0.22 are used interchangeablydepending on the manufacturer) isthe complete retention of Brevundimonasdiminuta ATCC #19146 at a concentrationof at least 1.0 x 107 organisms persquare centimeter (CFU/cm 2 ) of effectivefiltration area (EFA) using “worst case”processing conditions. Smaller pored filtersor filtering in series (a process commonin Europe) may also be employed toachieve complete retention.As the mechanism of retention inmembrane filters is not a sieving function,the chemical and physical propertiesof the product can have asignificant influence on the effectivenessof the filter. It is therefore essentialthat the product’s effect on theretention function is evaluated beforetraditional challenge testing. Filtercompatibility studies are required andthe chemical and physical propertiesof the product are evaluated prior todesign of the validation protocol.VALIDATING STERILE FILTRATIONThe Parenteral Drug Association(PDA) suggests in Technical Report 26that the user evaluate four different aspectsof their filtration process in orderto validate sterile filtration: Extractables/Leachables,Compatibility, Integritytesting, and Microbial Retention.Extractables/leachables: The PDATechnical Report 26 defines an extractableas “any chemical componentthat is removed from a material by theapplication of an artificial or exaggeratedforce” and a leachable as “a chemicalcomponent that migrates from acontact surface into a drug product orprocess fluid during storage or normaluse conditions.” During filtration, theprocess fluid is exposed to many componentssuch as the filter membrane,housing, o-rings, piping, etc., all ofwhich can contribute to extractablesentering the final product. It is essentialin the validation to determine theamount of extractables that mightenter the fluid stream. There are manyways to determine this, the most commonbeing the measurements of nonvolatileresidues. Other methodsinclude measuring total organic carbons(TOC), Fourier transform infraredspectroscopy (FTIR), gaschromatography with mass spectroscopy(GC-MS), etc. Since the drugproduct may interfere with many ofthese tests, it is common to perform anextraction using a surrogate solution.The extraction can be performed usingstatic (soaking) or dynamic (movementof fluid through the filter) conditionswith special consideration forthe sterilization process, flushing procedures,contact time, temperaturesand chemical attributes of both thesystem and the process fluid.Compatibility: Testing for compatibilitycan be performed as a separatepart of the validation or as part of themicrobial retention. Validating thecompatibility of the filter and the entiresystem including hoses, o-rings,pumps, housings, core, etc., ensure thatthey can withstand the worst-case conditionsof the sterilization and productionprocesses. Compatibility tests caninclude integrity tests, evaluation ofBack Your Filters BetterExtensive Range of Expanded Metals & Polymers Perfect for membrane support & backing Assures media integrity & pleatspacing even under dynamic flow Materials laminate for co-expansion/contraction/flex Openings down to25 micron Thickness: 0.001”to 0.2”Dexmet Engineerswelcome the challengeof your unique materialsand applicationsCustom-ExpandedMaterials from203 294 4440 www.dexmetfilter.comwww.filtnews.com • August 2010 • 15

Filter | Sterilizationflow rates, examining physical aspectsof the membrane (shrinking orswelling of the membrane, discoloring,shredding, etc.).Integrity Testing: During validation,the user needs to assess the integrityof the filter and apparatus inorder to verify tight seals, installation,and the effects from sterilization andproduction. Another aspect to considerand validate is product-wet integritytesting. During manufacturing it is notalways feasible to perform a rinse priorto an integrity test; therefore, it becomesnecessary to validate the appropriateintegrity test method using theproduct. This can be assessed by comparingand calculating the integrity testresults using the filter manufacturesrecommended wetting agent and theend user’s product. During this process,it is recommended to perform multiplereplicates and/or multiple filter lots dueto variation within the membrane lots.Microbial Retention: The microbialretention test is performed using the industrystandard concentration of atleast 10 CFU/cm 2 of the effective filtrationarea. The typical challenge organismused is Brevundimonas diminutaATCC 19146. Other challenge organismsmay also be considered withsound justification and consultationwith the FDA. The microbial retentiontest is performed using worst case processingparameters and the goal is tovalidate that during these conditions asterile effluent is produced. Below aresome points to consider when developinga protocol for filtration sterilizationvalidation:Product Toxicity: The primary concernin the validation process is the affectof the product on the challengeorganism. Many products are designedto inhibit bacterial growth and mayeven have disinfectant properties.Other products intentionally incorporateantimicrobial ingredients and insome cases, bacterial toxicity may be aconsequence of a synergistic activity oftwo or more ingredients, or a by-productof various physical properties. To acertain extent, product toxicity can beanticipated. Where no overt toxicity isexpected after a review of the ingredientsand physical properties, a toxicitytest against the challenge organismshould be performed. If the toxicitycauses a two-log reduction or less, thechallenge titer can be adjusted up tocompensate. If the impact is greaterthan a two-log reduction, it is consideredbest practice to use a surrogatethat has similar properties to the ingredientsfound in the product. FDA guidancefor an appropriate surrogate ishighly recommended. If an appropriatesurrogate cannot be formulated, thenext best practice is the re-circulatingtechnique. In this case, the filter is exposedto the product using worst-caseprocess conditions and then the productis flushed out of the filter and apparatus,which are subsequently16 • August 2010 • www.filtnews.com

Filter | Sterilizationchallenged with the organism. Thismethod exposes the filter to the productunder worst-case conditions andthen challenges the filter under conditionswhere the challenge organism cansurvive. These same considerationsmust be addressed for assay filters usedin the validation testing as well. Theuser may also decide to use a surrogatefor the challenge portion of the recirculationtest. If the product andprocess is found to not be toxic, thenthe preferred method of directly inoculatingthe product should be used. Inthis case, the product is directly inoculatedwith an appropriate amount of thechallenge organism and the conditioningand challenge are performed concurrentlyusing worst case processingparameters.Surface Tension: The presence ofsurface active ingredients may interferewith the bacterial retention mechanismof the filter, especially if the bacteria aresmaller than the smallest pore in the filter.Recent research has shown thatsieving action may not be the primaryretention mechanism in membrane filtration.Any phenomenon that mightinterfere with other filtration mechanismsmust be considered in the validationprocess. The change in thebubble point for the filter by the drugproduct does not, by itself, indicate areduction in bacterial retention, butmight be an indicator of the presenceof surface-active ingredients.Pressure and Flow Rate: Scientificliterature confirms that pressure canhave an effect on bacterial retention.Log reduction values decreased as thepressure increased in research by Leahy.The FDA therefore recommends validationunder worst case processingconditions (i.e., highest differentialpressure) to demonstrate bacterial retention.In the traditional test system,the interconnecting tubing diameter issomewhat non-variable so that in scaledown procedures, pressure and flowrate become interdependent. We haveconstructed our test apparatus withoversized tubing in order to eliminateas well as possible any flow rate limiting.In most validations, rate of flowper filter surface area is adjusted tomatch that of the actual process. Werecommend validations at the highestflow rate on the assumption that theseconditions will also result in the highestpressure differential. The recordeddifferential pressure may be higher orlower than the actual process pressure.Temperature: From a bacterial challengeperspective, temperature canhave a significant effect on the viabilityand recoverability of the microorganismsselected for the challenge. Thechallenge organism (Brevundimonasdiminuta) has a relatively narrow temperaturerange for maintaining viability.Thermal shock to the challengeorganisms could reduce the recoveryprocess. A re-circulating test can beused in cases where the process temperaturedoes not permit the challengeorganisms to survive. The drug productis re-circulated through the filter at the18 • August 2010 • www.filtnews.comelevated temperature for the prescribedduration to simulate temperature exposure.Retention testing is then conductedon the filter and cooled down toa temperature which will preserve theorganism’s viability.Duration: It has been demonstratedthat bacteria can migrate through filtersin use for extended periods of time.While the mechanism for this migrationis not clear, it is suggested that filtrationprocesses do not exceed 24hours in length. Validations for longerprocesses usually involve proceduresfor replenishment of the challenge andinterim samples to ascertain bacterialbreakthrough.Filter Selection and Integrity Testing:The microbial retention is normallyperformed on at least threefilters, each from different manufacturinglots. It is recommended that at leastone of those filters be at or near the filtermanufacturer’s recommended minimumbubble point as the user is limitedto using filters that match or exceed thelowest bubble point in the validation.Normally the integrity test is performedbefore and after the microbial challenge.There should not be a significantchange in the integrity test results afterthe microbial challenge has takenplace. Significant changes in integritytest results before and after the microbialchallenge could indicate occlusion,swelling, caking, precipitate, etc.The test procedure/validation consistsof testing at least three filters fromdifferent manufacturing lots. Each testfilter is challenged with a suspension ofBrevundimonas diminuta ATCC#19146 that has been cultured to maximizethe percentage of organisms capableof passing through a typical 0.45µm filter. Sufficient volume of this challengesuspension, equivalent to at least1 x 107 CFU/cm 2 of effective filtrationarea (EFA) is prepared for each filter.The challenge is conducted at a highflow rate and/or at a maximum differentialpressure consistent with worst

case processing conditions. The effluentis collected and assayed quantitativelyby membrane filtration. Integritytesting is performed before and afterthe bacterial challenge procedure. Theselection of Brevundimonas diminutaas the challenge organism is based onliterature reports that the organism attainsa very small size when grownunder stress or minimal nutritionalconditions. The test procedure compliesin intent and content with theASTM F838-83 Standard Test Method“Determining Bacterial Retention ofMembrane Filters Utilized For LiquidFiltration” and the Health IndustryManufacturers Association (HIMA)Test Method “Microbiological Evaluationof Filters For Sterilizing Liquids”.Saline lactose broth is selected as thegrowth media because the literature reportsthat use of this media in concertwith carefully controlled growth conditions,results in a minimally aggregatedpopulation of Brevundimonas diminutacells, a significant percentage of whichwill pass through 0.45 µm membranes.The test objective of a most severe bacterialchallenge to the filter is met bythe challenge conditions, which includehigh pressure, high flow ratesand a high bacterial concentration percm 2 of effective filtration area. Thegrowth parameters, temperatures andmedia are adapted from the ASTM andHIMA methods.INOCULATED PRODUCT CHALLENGEWhen no deleterious effects fromthe product are revealed in the toxicitystudy, the organism is suspended directlyin the product to a concentrationresulting in greater than 1 x 107(CFU/cm 2 ) of effective filtration area. Asample of the challenge suspension istaken for titer and the test filters arechallenged at worst case conditions.The filtrate is collected and the totalvolume assayed by membrane filtrationto quantitate any passage of the challengeorganism through the test filter.Integrity testing (forward air diffusionand bubble point) is performed on eachfilter before and after the challenge.RE-CIRCULATING TECHNIQUEWhen toxicity or physical incompatibilitiesdirect, the product is re-circulatedthrough the test filters by peristalticpump for the duration of theprocess time. The filter and test apparatusare flushed with an appropriatesolvent to remove any residual productand the filter is challenged withthe organism at greater than 1 x 107per cm 2 of effective filtration area insaline lactose broth. The filtrate is collectedand assayed to quantitate anypassage of the challenge organismthrough the test filter. Integrity testing(forward air diffusion and bubblepoint) is performed on each filter beforeand after the challenge.CONTROLThe ability of a significant numberof organisms from the test challengesuspension to pass through a 0.45µmmembrane constitutes the positive control.It is verified concurrently withtesting by challenging a “standard”0.45 µm membrane with an aliquot ofthe challenge suspension.CONCLUSIONAlthough manufacturing a sterilewww.filtnews.com • August 2010 • 19product that is labile when exposedto heat, chemicals, and radiation, offersseveral challenges, filtration sterilizationis an industry-acceptedalternative. With careful considerationof manufacturing and productneeds, a validation plan may be developedby the product manufacturerwith help from an independent laboratoryor filter manufacturer. It is alsoimportant to remember that it is theuser (pharmaceutical or biologicalmanufacturer) that bears the responsibilityfor validating its filtrationsterilization process, which may include,not only microbial retentionbut also compatibility, extractables/leachables,and integrity testing.It is recommended to consult with anFDA reviewer when developing a validationplan. It may also be helpful toconsult with an independent contractlaboratory that performs filtrationsterilization validations.FNFor more information contact Nelson Labs:Tel: 1-801-290-7500 Fax: 1-801-290-7998Website: www.nelsonlabs.com

Testing | GAEDGAED Reveals PerformanceDifferences in POU SorbentHenry Nowicki, H. George Nowicki, Wayne Schuliger and Barbara ShermanGravimetric Adsorption EnergyDistribution (GAED)full characterizations 1,2 wereused to compare activated carbon filtersfrom two commercially sold point-ofuse(POU) vendor devices. GAED providesthe most precise and accurate testmethod, and less expensive, to evaluatesorbents which work on the physicaladsorption phenomenon. In this mechanism-of-actionadsorbate(s) molecule(s)are accumulated from anaqueous or air stream in nano-sized adsorptionspaces, but the molecules arenot chemically changed. GAED is anadvanced test method, which providescritical sorbent information not obtainablewith classical standard methods.GAED provides low cost critical informationfor sorbent users and manufacturerscompared to classical methods.The sorbent media is the heart of aPOU device, because it removes the targetedcontaminants. The most noticeablebenefit to the typical POU user isthe aesthetic removal of chlorine tasteand odor (T&O). Activated carboneliminates hypochlorous acid T&O byreducing it to chloride ions, which haveno T&O at low concentrations. Typicallyactivated carbon’s T&O reducingcapacity is higher than its trace organiccontaminant capacity. More likely thannot trace organic contaminants do nothave T&O. This is why the POU filterneed s to be replaced while it still providesT&O removal.This article compares POU sorbentsfor trace organic aqueous removalsusing GAED.GAED SAMPLE PREPARATIONFive POU devices containing activatedcarbon were tested by GAED toreveal differences in their aqueous tar-20 • August 2010 • www.filtnews.com

get organic compound removal performancedifferences. Four of the sampleswere carbon blocks and the fifthwas a granular activated carbon (GAC)containing ion exchange material. Thesorbent materials were removed fromeach POU device. Blocks were analyzedas broken chunks. Removed materialwas dried in an oven at 110˚C for threehours to remove water. A low dryingtemperature was used to avoid sorbentdamage and typically drying is done at150˚C. It is important to compare differentsorbents performance on a dryweight basis.During GAED sample preparationall five samples lost less than 2% moistureby weight. This indicates that allfive samples were clean and dry. Thisconditioning step allows the GAED tocalculate all activities and adsorptioncapacities on a clean carbon basis.GAED SAMPLE RUNSAfter each sample was cleaned andweighed, it was challenged with flowingadsorbent gas 1,1,1, 2-tetraflouroethane(TFE). When physical adsorption occursTFE gas is liquefied to a liquid likestate by graphitic London adsorptionforces. The TFE adsorbed weight increasesas the sample temperature is decreased,and decreases as the sampletemperature is increased. The mass adsorbedwas plotted against temperature,but the relative pressure was also changing.There are three variables affectingadsorption performance that changefrom point to point: vapor pressure,partial pressure, and temperature.The GAED samples and standardruns measured between 273 and 340quasi-equilibrium adsorption and desorptiondata points covering seven ordersof magnitude in relative pressure(isothermal basis) and three orders ofmagnitude in carbon loading. The massadsorbed on each of the nine specimenswas also divided by the carbon mass toprovide a weight percent loading foreasier comparisons.GAED CHARACTERISTIC CURVESThe tabular data and characteristiccurves are shown in Table 1 and Figure1. The 273 to 340 adsorption/desorptiondata points per run were interpolatedto get 30 evenly spaced pointscovering the entire temperature range.Next the adsorption and desorption resultswere averaged to get the quasiequilibriumvalues in Table 1. Thedifference between adsorption and desorptionwas minimal for all nine runs,thus demonstrating no carbon hysteresisas expected.The y-axis in Figure 1 are pore volumemeasured in cubic centimeter (cc)TFE liquid adsorbed /100 grams carbon,instead of a weight percent. Theadsorbed TFE weighs were divided byits bulk density, to convert a w/w basisto a v/w basis, for easier comparisons.PERFORMANCE PREDICTIONSFigure 1 characteristic curves arethe only carbon related informationrequired to predict physical adsorptionperformance using the Polanyi AdsorptionPotential theory 3 . To do performancepredictions the followingwww.filtnews.com • August 2010 • 21

Testing | GAEDCARBON NAMECHARACTERISTIC POLYNOMIAL 3RD DEGREEcarbon and x is the e/4.6 adsorption potentialenergy in calories/cc.(Z-261)(Z-262)(Z-263)(Z-264)(Z-265)BPL Coal-base gas phaseBG-HHM - wood baseCAL Coal-base liquid phasePCB coconut-basenine polynomials describe these carbonsamples found in the table above.y = -1.4061E-04x3 + 3.0404E-04x2 – 2.8492E-02x + 1.1937E+00y = -1.1996E-04x3 – 3.9412E-04x2 – 2.5904E-02x + 1.1822E+00y = -1.6720E-04x3 + 5.2740E-04x2 – 2.9654E-02x + 1.2156E+00y = -5.4882E-05x3 – 1.8025E-03x2 – 2.0085E-02x + 1.1150E+00y = -3.0650E-04x3 + 2.8291E-03x2 – 4.1960E-02x + 1.2577E+00y = 5.8955E-05x3 – 2.8880E-03x2 – 2.6182E-02x + 1.7029E+00y = -6.3875E-05x3 + 2.5948E-03x2 – 1.1114E-01x + 2.0183E+00y = 3.5299E-05x3 – 1.8375E-03x2 – 4.0325E-02x + 1.6682E+00y = 5.6334E-05x3 – 3.0968E-03x2 – 1.3312E-02x + 1.6731E+00In these equations, y is the commonlogarithm of pore volume in cc/100 g22 • August 2010 • www.filtnews.comISOTHERMS FOR TARGET COMPOUNDSThe GAED polynomials derived fromthe characteristic curves are also translatedinto adsorption isotherms.Isotherms are useful to provide the adsorbateloading on the specific carbon ing per 100 g carbon. Isotherms provide a“GO” or “NO GO” decision for a carbonapplication by indicating if the contaminantultimate equilibrium loading capacityis high enough to be cost-effective.Also GAED isotherms provide comparisonof the different carbon samples relativeperformances and the amount ofcarbon needed for an application.Other testing shows that in the aqueousadsorption isotherms for methyl-tertiarybutylether (MTBE), the benzeneisotherms, and the phenol isotherms inwater at pH ≤ 7; MTBE is weakly adsorbed,benzene more strongly adsorbed,and phenol is the most strongly adsorbedof the three compounds on carbon.These three compounds cover the absorptivityrange on carbon. The GAEDmethod enables other compounds adsorptionperformance to be calculatedusing the Polanyi Characteristic Polynomial.GAED can provide vapor-phaseisotherms as well as aqueous-phaseisotherms presented here.Isotherms for four standard carbonsare also presented in GAED reporting.Some benchmarks are Coal-Wood- andCoconut-based commercial carbon samples.It is important to run known standardcarbons with each batch of samplesto assure the analytical process is withinits statistical control limits. Running standardsalso provides a way to comparesamples to benchmark carbon products.The GAED allows other compoundsof interest to be compared for the samplesand carbon standards. This is illustratedfor 1,1,1-trichloroethane atype V carbon application. All of theapplications can be put into six types.Type V is a trace contaminant groundwater pump-and-treat application. 1,1,1-Trichloroethane performance on the ninecarbons are shown using bar graphs. (See

ar graphs for article 1,1,1-Trichloroethane).Comparison of BET Surface Area, Total Pore Volume and High Adsorption Energy Pore VolumesSample BET Surface Total Adsorption High Adsorption Energy 20-29 (cal/cc)Number Area Sq meters/gram Pore Volume cc/100g Pore Volume cc/100gZ-261 278 16.14 0.83Z-262 274 15.87 0.79Z-263 293 17.18 0.80Z-264 238 13.55 0.78Z-265 307 17.01 0.03 Table 2.DISCUSSION OF RESULTSThe isotherms andtrichloroethane bar graphsclearly show sample Z-265 asthe poorest performer of thefive samples. Samples Z 261thru Z-264 were provided bythe project sponsor Aquamira Technologies.However, the total adsorptionpore volume, BET surface area and iodinenumbers are best for Z-265 asshown in Table 2. The BET surface areaand total pore volume correlate with theiodine number, so sample Z-265 wouldhave the highest iodine number. The adsorptionpotential energy and pore volumedistributions presented in Table 1provide the total pore volumes at adsorptionpotential and high energy porevolumes at cumulative adsorption potentials20 thru 29 cal/cc.The reason for this apparent performancediscrepancy between ASTMand GAED test results is the relative volumeof high adsorption energy pore volumesin the five samples. If only classicaltesting: BET surface area and iodinenumber were used the wrong carbonwould be chosen for trace organic removalbecause they only show the totalloading capacities. By also using GAEDit revealed the best vendors carbon fortrace aqueous organic removal applicationsbecause the high energy pore volumesare determined in addition to thetotal pore volumes. In trace contaminantapplications only the high energy bindingsites are used, which is a small partof the total pore volume.Aquamira Technologies provided thefirst four samples in the GAED tests. Thebest carbons have the higher adsorptionenergy binding sites. Aquamira sampleswere the best performing samples by afactor of 27. This relative performance isbased on equal weight of both sorbents.From a user viewpoint the best carbonwould last 27 times longer than the relativelypoor performer.It is important to use GAED advancedtesting methods as a second opinion. Werecommend using ASTM, AWWA tests,and GAED to solve problems. GAED canhelp solve real-world problems not solvableonly with standard methods asdemonstrated here. GAED provides alow cost way to obtain isotherms withbetter analytical precision.Prior testing of carbon blocks withGAED has demonstrated that granularactivated carbon particles combined withwww.filtnews.com • August 2010 • 23

Testing | GAEDagglomerating thermoplastic binder significantlyloses some of its physical adsorptioncapacity. We have previouslydemonstrated that it is possible to separateGAC particles touching the binderfrom free particles trapped in the blockand run the particles on GAED to determinethe lost pore volume over the adsorptionenergy range.GAED example reports are availableat www.pacslabs.com. Note that thesereports provide more information thanpresented in this article due to spacelimitations. Some additional informationare: GAED provides temperaturevs. loading capacities, BET surface area,pore diameters, differential adsorptioncurves, trace- and mid- capacity data, arange of other compound adsorptivities,and a quick market survey for newsorbent types of possible applications.CONCLUSIONMany applications 2 for GAED testingare available. Recently GAED was used toreveal the carbon filters that would be bestto replace a municipal drinking waterplant 4 that uses parallel GAC absorbentsto provide a blended water supply.ACKNOWLEDGMENTThe authors credit Dennis B. Brownfrom Aquamira Technologies Inc. for24 • August 2010 • www.filtnews.comproviding approval to publish a portionof their case study project on GAEDdata. It is the policy of PACS Laboratoriesto obtain written client approval beforepublishing, or presenting in itscourses or consulting services, anyclient information.FNReferences1. Nowicki, H. et. al. “GRPD to GAED NameChange.” Water Conditioning & Purification.February 2010.2. To obtain the PACS archival records on theGAED full characterization test method seewww.wcponline.com and in the search boxput Nowicki.3. Greenbank, M. “Using a Gas-phase Test toPredict Liquid-phase Activated Carbon Performanceat Trace concentrations.” 25th InternationalActivated Carbon Conference. LosAngeles, CA April 25-27, 2010.4. Nowicki, H. et. al. “GAE D Reveals the CarbonFilters to Replace at Water TreatmentPlant.” Pittsburgh Conference Orlando, FLMarch 1-4, 2010 and 25th International ActivatedCarbon Conference Los Angeles, CAApril 27-28, 2010.

The American Filtration andSeparations Society will holdits fall topical conference atthe Turf Valley Hotel in Ellicott City,MD on October 4-7, 2010. The topicsfor this conference are water filtrationand filter testing. The conference will beco-located along with the Water QualityAssociation’s (WQA) fall meeting.WATER FILTRATION AND SEPARATIONWater is the largest single applicationfor filtration and separation worldwide.This tract will continue the AFSS longhistory of addressing the most pressingissues in filtration and separation.The program covers the latest technologiesin home, municipal, and industrialwater treatment. It will includethe prefiltration, microfiltration, ultrafiltration,nanofiltration, reverse osmosis,ion exchange, adsorption, filteraids, etc., whether for use in the mostmodern industrialized countries or developingworld countries. The programwill focus on solutions to the demandingchallenges of providing clean waterto meet the requirements of modern societywith the diminishing quality andsupply of fresh water. Any engineer, scientist,quality control, marketing, salesor administrative person associatedwith or interested in water treatmentwill find this conference quite useful.Keynote speakers are planned to introducethe latest information in thedynamic world of water treatment tomeet the worldwide demand for qualitywater whether it be for drinking orindustrial use or reuse.Sessions will include:• Prefiltration• Membranes• Adsorption• Ion Exchange/SofteningThe sessions will cover media, device,and systems technology and developmentsfrom the leading providersof filtration and separation solutionsinto the water treatment market.FILTER TESTING & DEVELOPMENTThis fourth conference on “FilterTesting” will continue the long AFS traditionof dealing with all aspects of filtrationtesting both for liquid and air.The program will be well rounded,including test methods, procedures,evaluations and applications. Mosttypes of filters will be addressed, includingfilter aids, coalescers, and evenequipment. Of course, conventionalmedia, cartridge, bag and strainer testingwill also be covered. All plant orR&D engineers, QC personnel, testequipment suppliers, and test labs willfind this conference quite useful.Keynote speakers are planned to introducethe latest in filter testing methodsand how they can be applied toreal-life applications.Sessions will include:• Filter Media Testing &Development• Characterization of Filter Media• Cartridge, Strainer & BagFilter Testing• Filter Cleaning/Testing Procedures• Filter Aid & CoalescerDevelopments• Filter Test Methods• General Filtration ApplicationTestingThe conference’s technical sessionsbegin on Tuesday, October 5th.SHORT COURSESThe conference is kicked off onMonday, October 4th with seven shortcourses being offered. These courseswill include:• Fundamentals of Liquid Filtration• Fundamentals of Air/Gas Filtration• Microfiltration Membranes• Ultrafiltration Membranes• Dewatering in Wastewater TreatmentAssociation | NewsAmerican Filtration and Separations Society toHold Water Filtration and Filter Testing Conferencewww.filtnews.com • August 2010 • 25• Liquid Filtration Testing Basics• Reverse Osmosis System DesignSPONSORSHIPS, EXHIBITORSConference Sponsors will receivethe publicity of being a corporate leaderin the Filtration Industry, and this publicitywill extend beyond the AFS TechnicalConference to the AFSConference Website.A Conference sponsor will receive:• Company logo on the AFS websitehome page before and during theconference• Company logo on the AFSconference website before, duringand after the conference• Company name and logodisplayed on the conferencebrochure• Company name and logodisplayed throughout thetechnical conference areaConference Sponsorships are availablefor $1,000. AFS Corporate Sponsorsreceive a 50% discount onconference sponsorships.Companies can also display theirproducts and meet with industry expertswith a conference “Tabletop” display.This is a 6-foot table display that islocated right outside the technical presentationrooms.These displays are available for$1,000. AFS Corporate Sponsors receivea $250 discount thus for a fee of $750.There is a charge of $25 for electricity.The tabletop exhibit does not includeconference registration. AFS CorporateSponsors receive a 25% discounton tabletop exhibits.FNFor more information contact:Suzanne Sower, Executive ManagerAmerican Filtration and Separations SocietyTel: 1-612-861-1277Email: kssafs@mac.comWebsite: www.afssociety.org/fall2010/

FILTRATION NEWSI N T E R N A T I O N A LYour Global Source2011BUYERS’GUIDEActivated Carbon .................................28Dynamic Air Quality Solutions ......28PACS ..............................................28PICA USA, Inc. ...............................28UltraViolet Devices, Inc..................28Adhesive/Fluid Dispens. Equip. .........28DOPAG US Ltd. ..............................28EXACT Dispensing Systems ..........28Nordson Corporation ....................28Sealant Equipment & Eng. Inc..........28Air Filters & Media .........................28-29Air Filters Inc. ................................28Clarcor Air Filtration Prod., Inc. ...28Dynamic Air QualitySolutions .......28Exceed with Nanofilters ............28-29Air Filtration Equipment ......................29Chase Machine & Engineering, Inc. 29Dynamic Air Quality Solutions ......29Filtration Technology Systems .......29MAC Equipment ............................29RoboVent Product Group ..............29Air Filtration & Media 29-30APEL International Inc. ............29-30Cabin Filter Production Line ..............30A2Z Filtration Specialities .............30Cartridge Filters ...............................30-31APEL Internationa Inc. ..................30Central Illinois Mfg. Co. ................30Clack Corporation .........................30Delta Pure Filtration ......................30FilterCor Inc. .................................30G. Bopp USA Inc. ...........................30Global Filter Corporation ..............30Graver Technologies ......................30Matrix Separations LLC .................30Maverick Man. & Filters, Inc. ...30-31Cartridge Filtration ..............................31APEL International Inc. .................31Center Cores 31DelStar Technologies, Inc. .............31Industrial Netting ..........................31Coalescers ............................................31SpinTek Filtration, Inc. ..................31Compressed Air & Vacuum Filt. .........31Walker Filtration Inc. ....................31Consulting Services .......................31-32Edward C. Gregor & Associates ....31Joseph Marketing ...........................32World Recruiters ............................32Contract Pleating .................................32APEL International Inc. .................32JCEM USA .....................................32Keystone Filter DivisionMet-Pro Corporation ..................32Dust Collectors .....................................32MAC Equipment ............................32RoboVent Product Group ..............32Education ...............................................32American Filtration Society ...........32End Caps 32-33DelStar Technologies, Inc. ........32-33Engineer Services ................................33Sensor Products Inc........................33Engineering Services Design/Build 33-34A2Z Filtration Specialities .............33Filtration Technology Systems........33Sigma Design .................................33SpinTek Filtration Inc. ...................34Epoxies, Urethanes ..............................34BayOne Urethane Systems LLC .....34Epic Resins ....................................3426 • August 2010 • www.filtnews.comExpanded Metal ...................................34Barbron Corporation .....................34Dexmet Corporation ......................34Fabrics Suppliers .................................34Dodenhoff Industrial Textiles, Inc. 34Filter Bags/Liquids ...............................34American Molding Technologies ...34Filter Cans .............................................34Metcom Inc. ...................................34Filter Caps .........................................34-35DelStar Technologies, Inc. .............34Exact Dispensing Systems .........34-35Gulf Coast Stamping ......................35Metcom Inc. ...................................35Filter Caps & Components ..................35A2Z Filtration Specialities .............35Filter Cartridge Housings ...................35FilterCor Inc. .................................35Filter Cleaning .................................35-36APEL International Inc. ............35-36Filter Cloth .............................................36Unique Wire Weaving Co., Inc. .....36Filter Elements ......................................36APEL International Inc. .................36Barbron Corporation .....................36Clack Corporation .........................36Donaldson Company, Inc. .............36Filter-Mart Corporation .................36Graver Technologies ......................36Matrix Separations LLC .................36Reserve Filter Systems ...................36Filter Housings ................................36-37Global Filter, LLC ..........................36Graver Technologies .................36-37

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Bopp USA Inc. ...........................44Global Filter LLC ...........................44Graver Technologies ......................44Keystone Filter DivisionMet-Pro Corporation ..................44Magnetic Separation ..........................44Magnetool, Inc. ..............................44Media Fabrics Woven .........................44Dodenhoff Industrial Textiles, Inc. 44Membranes ...........................................44Chase Machine & Engineering Inc.44Dexmet Corporation ......................44Metal Expander ....................................44A2Z Filtration Specialities .............44Metal/Steel Components ....................45DelStar Technologies, Inc. .............45Meter, Mix, Dispense Equipment .45-46Ashby Cross Company ..................45DOPAG US Ltd ..............................45Exact Dispensing Systems .............45Nordson Corporation ...............45-46Sealant Equipment & Eng., Inc......46Mini Pleat ..............................................46A2Z Filtration Specialities .............46NanoFiber Filter Media .......................46eSpin Technologies, Inc. ................46Netting ...................................................46DelStar Technologies, Inc. .............46Industrial Netting ..........................46Nonwovens ...........................................46DelStar Technologies, Inc. .............46Nonwovens Cotton ..............................46FiberCo., Inc. .................................46Odor Removal .......................................46Dynamic Air Quality Solutions ......46Perforating Products ......................46-47Metalex .....................................46-47Perforated Tubes ..................................47Beverlin Mfg. Co. ...........................47Perforated Tubes, Inc. ....................47Plastic Filtration Components ...........47DelStar Technologies, Inc. .............47Industrial Netting ..........................47Plastic Netting & Tubing ...............47-48DelStar Technologies, Inc. ........47-48Industrial Netting ..........................48Pleated Custom ....................................48FilterCor Inc. .................................48Pleated Filters ......................................48FilterCor Inc. .................................48Pleaters, Blade Type ............................48JCEM USA .....................................48Pleating Custom ...................................48Croybilt ......................................48Custom Filter LLC .........................48JCEM USA .....................................48www.filtnews.com • August 2010 • 27Pleating Machine ................................48A2Z Filtration Specialities .............48Pleating Machinery ........................48-49Croybilt .................................48-49Filtration Technology Systems .......49Genuine Machine Design, Inc. ......49JCEM USA .....................................49Spati Industries ..............................49Wesmax Custom Machinery Inc. ..49Pleating Scoring ..................................50Croybilt ......................................50JCEM USA .....................................50Pleaters Rotary Type ............................50A2Z Filtration Specialities .............50Reverse Osmosis Pre-Filtration ........50Global Filter LLC ...........................50Rewinders .............................................50Elsner Engineering Works, Inc. .....50Separators .............................................50SpinTek Filtration, Inc. ..................50Strainer In-Line ....................................50Orival Inc. 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ACTIVATED CARBON:Dynamic Air Quality SolutionsP.O. Box 1258Princeton, NJ 08542Ph: 866-810-9202 • Fax: 479-452-0012E-mail: rgoodfellow@dynamicaqs.comWebsite: www.dynamicAQS.comDynamic Air Quality Solutions manufacturescommercial, industrial and residential high-efficiencyair cleaning systems that save energyand reduce operating costs. Proud partner ofASHRAE headquarters renewal project.PACSProfessional Analytical and ConsultingTesting, Consulting, and TrainingActivated Carbon Services409 Meade DriveCoraopolis, PA 15108Ph: 724-457-6576 • Fax: 724-457-1214Toll Free: 1-800-367-2587E-mail: hnpacs@aol.comPACS Website: www.pacslabs.comContact Person: Henry Nowicki ph.D. /M.B.A.PACS is in its third decade of providing testingservices: ASTM, AWWA, EPA, R&D, and advancedtesting methods for the activated carbonindustry. Consulting services include: activatedcarbon industry, industrial hygiene, and expertwitness services. Training courses of 1 to 3 daysare designed for scientists and engineers. Hoststhe October annual 26th International ActivatedCarbon Conference & Courses program in Pittsburgh,PA October 12-13, 2010.UltraViolet Devices, Inc. (UVDI)26145 Technology DriveValencia, CA 91355Ph: 877-787-3882 • Fax 661-295-8350E-mail: info@UVDI.comWebsite: www.UVDI.comContact Person: Richard HayesThe Sparks TechnologyTM brand from UltraVioletDevices (UVDI) provides activated carbonproducts used for molecular filtration. UVDI suppliesVOC and odor removal technologies forcommercial and industrial applications worldwide.To learn more contact info@UVDI.com,www.UVDI.com or 877-787-3882ADHESIVE/FLUID DISPENSING EQUIPMENT:DOPAG US Ltd10052 Commerce Park Drive Suite 100Cincinnati, OH 45246-1338Ph: 513-881-6370 • Fax: 513-881-7010E-mail: kwalker@dopag.comWebsite: www.dopag.comContact Person: Ken WalkerDOPAG provides custom Meter/Mix/Dispensingsystems for end cap* sealing/molding and frameand seam sealing. Positive displacement gear,piston and volumetric systems provide ultimateprecision and control at an affordable price.Exact Dispensing Systems1130 US Rt.1Newcastle, Maine 04553Ph: 207-563-2299 • Fax: 207-563-2619E-mail: twilliams@exactdispensing.comWebsite: www.exactdispensing.comContact Person: Todd WilliamsMeter/Mix/Dispense systems for epoxies, urethanes(standard & foam) and silicones. Applicationsinclude end cap molding/sealing, HEPAframe sealing and filter gasketing. Centrifugalmolding sytems for HEPA and NIOSH filters.two-component polyurethanes, epoxies andone-component plastisol-type materials. Over 38years of dispensing technology experience.Expert technical start-up and support team. Twoyearwarranty included. ISO 9001:2000 registered.AIR FILTERS & MEDIA:Air Filters Inc.8282 Warren RoadHouston, TX 77040Ph: 713-896-8901 • Fax: 713-896-8912E-mail: sales@airfilterusa.comWebsite: www.airfilterusa.comLooking for the right filter in exactly the rightsize? Have a special application? Need it now?At Air Filters, Inc. we are committed to providinga “one-stop shop” for all your air filtration requirements.We will have it in stock or we’ll custombuild it to your specifications.Clarcor Air Filtration Products, Inc.100 River Ridge CircleJeffersonville, IN 47130Ph: 866-925-2247 • Fax: 800-784-3458E-Mail: mailbag@airguard.comWebsite: www.clcair.comContact Person: Technical ServicesCLARCOR Air Filtration manufactures air filtrationproducts for commercial, industrial and institutionalmarkets. Our products are foundimproving air quality in hospitals, office buildings,industrial plants, schools, sports arenas, andanywhere clean air is critical.PICA USA, INC.432 McCormick BoulevardColumbus, OH 43213-1585Ph: 614-864-8100 • Fax: 614-864-9914Ph: 888-GO 4-PICAE-mail: pica.usa@veoliawater.comWebsite: www.picacarbon.comE-mail: ken.thomas@veoliawater.comContact Person: Ken ThomasPICA USA provides a full range of coconut, wood,and coal based activated carbons, for all your filtrationneeds. Complete technical support is providedby our engineering staff. ISO 9001-2000Nordson Corporation11475 Lakefield DriveDuluth, GA 30097Ph: 800-683-2314 • Fax: 866-667-3329E-mail: adhesiveleads@nordson.comWebsite: www.nordson.comNordson dispensing systems help improve productivityand quality of media lamination and filterassembly. Whether dispensing adhesives,polyamides, urethanes or other high-performancematerials, Nordson systems help reducecosts and make production more efficient.Dynamic Air Quality SolutionsP.O. Box 1258Princeton, NJ 08542Ph: 866-810-9202 • Fax: 479-452-0012E-mail: rgoodfellow@dynamicaqs.comWebsite: www.dynamicAQS.comDynamic Air Quality Solutions manufacturescommercial, industrial and residential high-efficiencyair cleaning systems that save energyand reduce operating costs. Proud partner ofASHRAE headquarters renewal project.Sealant Equipment & Engineering, Inc.45677 Helm StreetPlymouth, MI 48170Ph: 734-459-8600 • Fax: 734-459-8686E-mail: sales@sealantequipment.comWebsite: www.sealantequipment.comPrecision meter-mix-dispense systems and No-Drip®, Snuf-Bak Dispense Valves manufacturerfor filter end-cap applications. Dispense28 • August 2010 • www.filtnews.comExceed With Nanofibers®7151 Discovery DriveChattanooga, TN 37416Ph: 423-267-6266 • Fax: 423-267-6265Email: Sales@ExceedFilters.comWebsite: www.ExceedFilters.comContact Person: Johanna BestJBest@eSpinTechnologies.com

Exceed With Nanofibers® HVAC air filters providesuperior filtration capacities at lower energy.In field use, Exceed With Nanofibers® havebeen found to trap 9x more sub-micron particlesto provide healthier indoor air and resist microbialgrowth. Suitable for residential, commercial,and controlled environments.AIR FILTRATION EQUIPMENT:Chase Machine & Engineering Inc.324 Washington Street, PO Box 1334West Warwick, RI 02893Ph: 401-821-8879 • Fax: 401-823-5543E-mail: guygil@chasemachine.comWebsite: www.chasemachine.comContact Person: Guy GilCustom machinery builders for air, liquid, andmembrane filtration. We manufacture to precisespecifications resulting in more efficient and costeffectiveproduction. We also provide customerservice for the life of the machine.RoboVent Product Group1238 Anderson CourtClawson, MI 48017Ph: 248-655-1800 • Fax: 248-655-1801E-mail: info@robovent.comWebsite: www.robovent.comContact Person: Andrew ReidRoboVent Product Group is the manufacturer ofRoboVent, the leader in Welding Air Filtration,and Plaser, your Solution for Metal-cutting FumeExtraction. Contact us at 248-655-1800 orwww.robovent.comAIR FILTRATION & MEDIA:APEL International Inc.11201 Ampere CourtLouisville, KY 40299Ph: 502-240-0443 • Fax: 502-240-0717E-mail: info@apelfilters.comWebsite: www.apelfilters.comContact Person: Travis DuleyDynamic Air Quality SolutionsP.O. Box 1258Princeton, NJ 08542Ph: 866-810-9202 • Fax: 479-452-0012E-mail: rgoodfellow@dynamicaqs.comWebsite: www.dynamicAQS.comDynamic Air Quality Solutions manufacturescommercial, industrial and residential high-efficiencyair cleaning systems that save energyand reduce operating costs. Proud partner ofASHRAE headquarters renewal project.Filtration Technology Systems4239 Earnings WayNew Albany, IN 47150Ph: 812-944-9368 • Fax: 812-944-7237E-mail: brian@filtrationtech.comWebsite: www.filtrationtech.comContact Person: Brian A. MorrisFrom entry-level pleat & disposable lines to automatedturnkey production we have equipmentfor every level of production or we can design tofit you specific needs. See what we have to offer.www.filtrationtech.comMAC Equipment7901 N.W. 107th TerraceKansas City, MO 64153 USAPh: 800-821-2476 • Fax: 816-891-8336E-mail: sales@macequipment.comWebsite: www.macequipment.comMAC Equipment designs, and manufacturespneumatic conveying and air filtration equipmentand offers testing, replacement parts and service.MAC Baghouse Services conducts analysis,inspections, repairs and upgrades of all brandsor baghouses.www.filtnews.com • August 2010 • 29

APEL manufactures pleated filter elements and fabricfilters for most brands of bag-houses, dust collectorsand dry process equipment. Our technicalexperts will carefully assess your filtration needs,and construct a standard or custom filter for yourapplication. Thousands of Dust Collector filters instock at all times. Immediate delivery is available.CABIN FILTER PRODUCTION LINE:A2Z Filtration SpecialitiesPrivate LimitedDesign Centre & Manufacturing FacilityD-1, Infocity, Phase-2, Sector-33Gurgaon-122001, IndiaPh: +91 (124) 478 8700Fax: +91 (124) 400 1388Skype ID: a2zfiltrationE-mail: marketing@a2zfiltration.comE-mail: a2zfiltration@airtelmail.inE-mail: a2zfiltration@vsnl.netWebsite: www.a2zfiltration.comTo address the needs and the rapid growth inCabin Air Filtration, A2Z has introduced an automatedline that is flexible, fit to purpose and costeffective for filter manufacturers.CARTRIDGE FILTERS:APEL International Inc.11201 Ampere CourtLouisville, KY 40299Ph: 502-240-0443 • Fax: 502-240-0717E-mail: info@apelfilters.comWebsite: www.apelfilters.comContact Person: Travis DuleyAPEL manufactures pleated filter elements and fabricfilters for most brands of bag-houses, dust collectorsand dry process equipment. Our technicalexperts will carefully assess your filtration needs,and construct a standard or custom filter for yourapplication. Thousands of Dust Collector filters instock at all times. Immediate delivery is available.CENTRAL ILLINOIS MFG. CO.201 N. Champaign StreetBement, IL 61813-1105Ph: 217-678-2511 • Fax: 217-678-2611Toll Free: 888-898-7187Website: www.cim-tek.comContact Person: Todd ObergVice President of Sales & MarketingIndustrial lube oil filters, compressor filters,hyraulic filters and high-flow housings for lowpressureapplications. Microglass media availablefor particulate removal and longer filter life.Get the water out with our Hydroglass media designedfor particulate & water removal. Short-runprivate labeling available.Clack Corporation4462 Duraform LaneWindsor, WI 53598Ph: 608-846-3010Fax: 608-846-2586E-mail: ballweg@clackcorp.comContact Person: Steve BallwegManufacturers of melt blown polyproplene sedimentcartridges for water treatment applications.A wide variety of standard lengths and diametersare available. We also have the ability to producecustom sizes to meet your specific requirements.Delta Pure Filtration11011 Richardson RoadAshland, VA 23005Ph: 804-798-2888 • Fax: 804-798-3923E-mail: sales@deltapure.comWebsite: www.deltapure.comContact Person: Todd FurbeeManufacturer of standard and custom liquid cartridgefilters used in a variety of industries. Productsinclude wound, carbon and high efficiency/capacitycartridge filters, housings and systems. Standardfilter cartridges can ship with 24 hours.FilterCor Inc.7932 Ajay DriveSun Valley, CA 91352Ph: 1-800-Filter5 • Fax: 818-252-7476E-mail: info@filtercor.comWebsite: www.filtercor.comContact Person: Roger HollanderManufacturers of wound, carbon and pleatedfilters. Wound filters are available in variety oflengths and porosities. Pleated filters can be manufacturedin standard or custom sizes. Carbonfilters for drinking and industrial water.G. Bopp USA Inc.4 Bill Horton WayWappingers Falls, NY 12590Ph: 845-296-1065 • Fax: 845-296-1282E-mail: infousa@bopp.comWebsite: www.bopp.comWorld-renowned manufacturer commands thelargest capacity for fine wire weaving and fabricatedcomponents in multi-layered sintered,square, beta & filter meshes, in various weavesand alloys including: stainless steel, heat resistantsteels, CrNi, nickel, monel, copper, aluminum,titanium and precious metals. ISO9001:2008/DFARS Compliant30 • August 2010 • www.filtnews.comGlobal Filter, LLC7201 Mt. Vernon Rd. SECedar Rapids, IA 52403Ph: 319-743-0110 • Fax: 319-743-0220Toll Free: 877-603-1003E-mail: todd@globalfiltercorp.comWebsite: www.globalfiltercorp.comContact Person: Todd YounggreenGlobal Filter LLC is a manufacturer of High PurityPleated Filter Cartridges, PolypropyleneMeltblown Filter Cartridges and Stainless SteelFilter Housings. In addition to our standard productline; Global Filter also offers custom filtrationsolutions for almost any type of industrial or highpurity application. Please contact Global filter,LLC for your filtration needs.Graver Technologies200 Lake DriveGlasgow, DE 19702 USAPh: 302-731-1700 • Fax: 302-731-1707Toll Free: 1-800-249-1990E-mail: info@gravertech.comWebsite: www.gravertech.comContact Person: Betty WellsGraver Technologies delivers products that facilitateand enhance separation, purification, and processfiltration. Our product scope includes: replacementfilter elements, pleat packs, activated carbon, filtercartridges, coalescers, ASME housings, and filtrationskids. We produce products under our ownbrand names, as well as for OEMs and privatelabel customers.Matrix Separations LLCPO Box 163696000 Century Oaks DriveBonny Oaks Industrial ParkChattanooga, TN 37416-6369Ph: 423-267-2397 • Fax: 423-267-0298E-mail: rcloud@matrixseparations.comWebsite: www.matrixseparations.comContact Person: Ron CloudMATRIX is a manufacturer of liquid process cartridgeswhich are engineered to serve mostevery industry imaginable. Our technology hasbeen developed to extend cartridge life and thusreduce disposal cost.Be a Maverick Wind Your Own FiltersAmarillo, TXPh: 806-383-3833 • Fax: 806-355-0105E-mail: kathy@filterwinders.comWebsite: www.filterwinders.comContact Person: Kathy McAlisterMaverick Manufacturing, manufactures continuous

wound filter winding machines. These machinesproduce filter cartridges used in all aspects of liquidfiltration, such as pre-filters to R/O membrane,units in desalination plants, petroleum, chemical,and water applications.CARTRIDGE FILTRATION:APEL International Inc.11201 Ampere CourtLouisville, KY 40299Ph: 502-240-0443 • Fax: 502-240-0717E-mail: info@apelfilters.comWebsite: www.apelfilters.comContact Person: Travis DuleyAPEL manufactures pleated filter elements and fabricfilters for most brands of bag-houses, dust collectorsand dry process equipment. Our technicalexperts will carefully assess your filtration needs,and construct a standard or custom filter for yourapplication. Thousands of Dust Collector filters instock at all times. Immediate delivery is available.CENTER CORES:DelStar Technologies, Inc.Corporate Headquarters601 Industrial DriveMiddletown, DE 19709Ph: 302-378-8888 • Fax: 302-378-4482Toll-Free: 1-800-521-6713E-mail: info@delstarinc.comWebsite: www.delstarinc.comContact Person: Tim JohnsonDelStar Technologies manufactures a diverse collectionof thermoplastic filtration products madefrom a variety of high-performance, engineeringgraderesins. Roll-Good product lines include Naltex®extruded netting, Delnet® apertured films,DelPore® meltblown nonwovens and Stratex®laminate composites. The Coretec® line includesan extensive collection of extruded cores, rods,tubes and machined shapes made from plasticand steel. Manufacturing operations and sales officesare located throughout the United States, inthe UK and in China.DelStar International, Ltd.3a Osprey CourtHawkfield Business ParkBristol BS14 0BB EnglandPh: + 44 (0) 1454.613.991Fax: + 44 (0) 1454.614.700DelStar Asia PacificRoom 907, Suite COriental International PlazaNo. 85, Lou Shan Guan RoadShanghai, 200336, P.R.C.Ph: + (86) (21) 6278.7677 orPh: + (86) (21) 6278.7659Fax: + (86) (21) 6278.7679Industrial Netting7681 Setzler Parkway NorthMinneapolis, MN 55445Ph: 763-496-6355 • Fax: 763-496-6356Toll Free: 800-328-8456E-mail: info@industrialnetting.comWebsite: www.industrialnetting.comContact Person: Sheila KatuskyWorld’s largest selection of plastic netting, rigidextruded mesh tubes and woven mesh customconverted to your specifications. Sonically weldedtube overwraps using nonwovens, woven mesh orfine mesh netting available upon request.COALESCERS:SpinTek Filtration, Inc.10863 Portal DriveLos Alamitos, CA 90720Ph: 714-236-9190 • Fax: 714-236-9196E-Mail: pkirk@spintek.comWebsite: www.spintek.comContact Person: Patricia A. KirkSpinTek specializes in engineered systems andsolutions for difficult membrane/media separations.Products include innovative coalescers andmedia filters for mining; oil fields; rotary membranesystems and tubular membrane modulesfor nuclear and hazardous waste.COMPRESSED AIR & VACUUM FILTRATION:Walker Filtration Inc.4748 Pacific AvenueErie, PA 16506Ph: 814-836-2900 • Fax: 814-836-7921E-mail: usa@walkerfiltration.comWebsite: www.walkerfiltration.comManufacturers and suppliers of filtration equipmentincluding filter housings to suit all industrial & medicalapplications, (compressed air, gas & vacuum),desiccant dryers and differential pressure indicators,as well as an extensive range of alternativecompressed air & vacuum filter elements.CONSULTING SERVICES:Edward C. Gregor & Associates, LLC5000 Kimblewyck LaneCharlotte, NC 28226-6464Ph: 704-442-1940 • Fax: 704-442-1778Contact Person: Edward C. GregorOur business provides Market & Business Developmentwith focus on creating growth forcompanies having under-exploited technology,patents or manufacturing capabilities. Specializationin polymers, ceramics, fibers, nonwovenfabrics, filtration media and M&A activities inthese markets.www.filtnews.com • August 2010 • 31FiltrationMergers, Acquisitionsand DivesturesGL Capital, LLCWe understand the nuances ofthe domestic and internationalfiltration industry and bringover 70 years of combinedbusiness, technical and financialexpertise. The current economicclimate is an ideal timefor sellers to locate buyersseeking to diversify and forbuyers to identify growth opportunitiesthrough acquisition.For a confidential conversation contact:Edward C. Gregor704-442-1940ecg@egregor.comP. John Lovell719-375-1564glcapital@comcast.net

Joseph Marketing, Inc.120 Richmond Hill CourtWilliamsburg, VA 23185Ph:/Fax: 757-565-1549E-mail: josephmarketing@verizon.netContact Person: Jim JosephCoolant filtration-comprehensive support forthose involved with industrial liquid filtration:equipment and media suppliers who serve themarket and users of filtration for their processes.The company maintains the status of impartialityso it can serve its customer with total dedicationto their needs.WORLD RECRUITERS10612-D Providence Rd.Charlotte, NC 28277Ph: 704-845-3000 ext: 200Website: www.worldrecruiters.comContact Person:Michael D. Gutowski President/CEOE-mail: mikeg@worldrecruiters.comPossessing over 25 years of successful recruitingexperience in the filtration industry. Our organizationhas placed thousands of Presidents,Sales & Marketing Managers and Engineersacross the globe. As a member of the PinnacleSociety, we are ranked in the top 1% of executiverecruiting firms worldwide.CONTRACT PLEATING:APEL International Inc.11201 Ampere CourtLouisville, KY 40299Ph: 502-240-0443 • Fax: 502-240-0717E-mail: info@apelfilters.comWebsite: www.apelfilters.comContact Person: Travis DuleyAPEL manufactures pleated filter elements and fabricfilters for most brands of bag-houses, dust collectorsand dry process equipment. Our technicalexperts will carefully assess your filtration needs,and construct a standard or custom filter for yourapplication. Thousands of Dust Collector filters instock at all times. Immediate delivery is available.JCEM USACNC Blade Pleaters11201 Ampere Court • Louisville, KY 40299Ph: 502-261-8222 • Fax: 502-261-8225E-mail: chris.lyons@jcemusa.comWebsite: www.jcemusa.comContact Person: Chris LyonsJCEM USA’s High Performance CNC BladePleater is designed for manufacturers of pleatedfilters who demand, speed, accuracy and efficiency.The CNC pleater is totally camless, requiringno manual adjustments and is Windowsoperated. Features include the ability to pleat upto 250 pleats per minute, with pleat heights to 5-7/8” and widths to 94-1/2”.Keystone Filter Met-Pro Corporation2385 North Penn RoadHatfield, PA 19440Ph: 215-822-1963 • Fax: 215-997-1839Toll Free: 800-822-1963E-mail: filters@keystonefilter.comWebsite: www.keystonefilter.comContact Person: SalesStandard and custom designed filters, pleatedelements and cartridges with optional glue beadseparation for air, gas, oils, water, chemicals andother fluids. Experienced with microfiberglass,polypropylene, polyester, cellulose and activatedcarbon filter media; plastic and stainless steelhousingsDUST COLLECTORS:MAC Equipment7901 N.W. 107th TerraceKansas City, MO 64153 USAPh: 800-821-2476 • Fax: 816-891-8336E-mail: sales@macequipment.comWebsite: www.macequipment.comMAC Equipment designs, and manufacturespneumatic conveying and air filtration equipmentand offers testing, replacement parts and service.MAC Baghouse Services conducts analysis,inspections, repairs and upgrades of all brands orbaghouses.RoboVent Product Group1238 Anderson CourtClawson, MI 48017Ph: 248-655-1800 • Fax: 248-655-1801E-mail: info@robovent.comWebsite: www.robovent.comContact Person: Andrew ReidRoboVent Product Group is the manufacturer ofRoboVent, the leader in Welding Air Filtration,and Plaser, your Solution for Metal-cutting FumeExtraction. Contact us at 248-655-1800 orwww.robovent.comEDUCATION:The American Filtration & Separations SocietyThe American Filtration & Separations Society(AFS) AFS is the premier organization in NorthAmerica dedicated to R&D, problem solutionsand technology transfer in filtration and separationfor the benefit of industrial processes, individualhealth and a clean environment.32 • August 2010 • www.filtnews.comThe AFS conferences and events bring togetherthe industry leaders, presenting the greatest opportunityto meet and hear the newest informationin filtration and separation technology. Overthe past two years more than 300 organizationshave sent representatives to AFS events. Thesecompanies understand the value of employeeswith knowledge of the latest information in filtrationand separation technology.2010 Opportunities:October 4, 2010Filtration Training – Basic Liquid and Gas Filtrationcourses and Advanced Topical courses.For information: http://www.afssociety.org/shortcourse/October 5-7, 2010Water Filtration and Filter Testing ConferenceAFS in conjunction with the Water Quality Associationis holding its second joint conference onwater filtration and separation at the Turf ValleyHotel in Ellicott City, MD on October 4-7, 2010.Water is the largest single application for filtrationand separation worldwide. This tract willcontinue the AFS long history of addressing themost pressing issues in filtration and separation.The Filter Testing program will be well-roundedincluding test methods, procedures, evaluationsand applications. Most types of filters will be addressedincluding filter aids, coalescers, andeven equipment. Of course, conventional media,cartridge, bag and strainer testing will also becovered. Any plant or R&D engineer, QC personnel,test equipment suppliers, and test labs willfind this conference quite useful.For information: http://www.afssociety.org/Fall 2010 - 2011 Opportunities:May 9, 2011, Louisville, KYFiltration Training – Basic Liquid and Gas FiltrationCourses and Advanced Topical Courses.May 10-11, 2011 Louisville, KY24th Annual Conference of the American Filtration& Separations SocietyFor information: http://www.afssociety.org/On-Site Training OpportunitiesAFS offers on-site customized training. For informationcontact the AFS office at 612-861-1277.For additional information on all AFS events, includingthe short courses, technical programs,exhibit and conference sponsorship opportunitiesspeak with Ms. Suzanne Sower, ExecutiveManager for the AFS at 612-861-1277 or visithttp:///www.afssociety.orgEND CAPS:DelStar Technologies, Inc.Corporate Headquarters601 Industrial DriveMiddletown, DE 19709Ph: 302-378-8888 • Fax: 302-378-4482Toll-Free: 1-800-521-6713E-mail: info@delstarinc.comWebsite: www.delstarinc.comContact Person: Tim JohnsonDelStar Technologies manufactures a diverse collectionof thermoplastic filtration products madefrom a variety of high-performance, engineeringgraderesins. Roll-Good product lines include Naltex®extruded netting, Delnet® apertured films,DelPore® meltblown nonwovens and Stratex®

laminate composites. The Coretec® line includesan extensive collection of extruded cores, rods,tubes and machined shapes made from plasticand steel. Manufacturing operations and sales officesare located throughout the United States, inthe UK and in China.DelStar International, Ltd.3a Osprey CourtHawkfield Business ParkBristol BS14 0BB EnglandPh: + 44 (0) 1454.613.991Fax: + 44 (0) 1454.614.700DelStar Asia PacificRoom 907, Suite COriental International PlazaNo. 85, Lou Shan Guan RoadShanghai, 200336, P.R.C.Ph: + (86) (21) 6278.7677 orPh: + (86) (21) 6278.7659Fax: + (86) (21) 6278.7679ENGINEER SERVICES:Sensor Products Inc.300 Madison AvenueMadison, NJ 07940Ph: 973-428-8985 • Fax: 973-884-1699E-mail: Sales@sensorprod.comWebsite: www.sensorprod.comContact Person: Vadim ShalytSensor Products Inc. is a world leader in the manufactureand distribution of tactile pressure-sensingsolutions. Their sensors are used in a varietyof industrial applications. Sensor Products alsoprovides stress and pressure mapping analysis.ENGINEERING SERVICES DESIGN/BUILD:A2Z Filtration SpecialitiesPrivate LimitedDesign Centre & Manufacturing FacilityD-1, Infocity, Phase-2, Sector-33Gurgaon-122001, IndiaPh: +91 (124) 478 8700Fax: +91 (124) 400 1388Skype ID: a2zfiltrationE-mail: marketing@a2zfiltration.comE-mail: a2zfiltration@airtelmail.inE-mail: a2zfiltration@vsnl.netWebsite: www.a2zfiltration.comA2Z offers the services of its design team based atits design center to design and build, fit to purposemachines. A2Z also offer build to print options. Theteam uses SOLIDWORKS among other state ofthe art 3D design software to create its designs.Filtration Technology Systems4239 Earnings WayNew Albany, IN 47150Ph: 812-944-9368 • Fax: 812-944-7237E-mail: brian@filtrationtech.comWebsite: www.filtrationtech.comContact Person: Brian A. MorrisFrom entry-level pleat & disposable lines to automatedturnkey production we have equipmentfor every level of production or we can design tofit you specific needs. See what we have to offer.www.filtrationtech.comSigma Design43 Commece StreetSpringfield, NJ 07081Ph: 973-912-7922Website: www.sigmadesign.netFiltration and separation specialists. Complexmechanism development, Electronic PCB, Controlsand Microprocessor Design, FEA, CFD, 3D Modeling,3D Rapid Prototypes, Design • Build • ValidateFiltration Systems Pilots Design/Buildwww.filtnews.com • August 2010 • 33

SpinTek Filtration, Inc.10863 Portal DriveLos Alamitos, CA 90720Ph: 714-236-9190 • Fax: 714-236-9196E-Mail: pkirk@spintek.comWebsite: www.spintek.comContact Person: Patricia A. KirkSpinTek specializes in engineered systems andsolutions for difficult membrane/media separations.Products include innovative coalescersand media filters for mining; oil fields; rotarymembrane systems and tubular membrane modulesfor nuclear and hazardous waste.EPOXIES URETHANES:BayOne Urethane Systems LLC2700 Papin StreetSt. Louis, MO 63103Ph: 877-438-2291• Fax: 314-771-4646E-mail: info@bayone.comWebsite: www.bayone.comContact Person:Mark Vanover, Marketing ManagerBayOne Urethane Systems LLC is a leadingmanufacturer of polyurethane systems for the filtrationindustry, both moldable systems and pottingadhesives. Applications served include heavyduty air & lube, fuel, HEPA, water, and biofuels.Epic Resins600 Industrial Blvd.Palmyra, WI 53156Ph: 1-800-242-6649 • Fax: 262-495-3410E-mail: danveenhuis@epicresins.comWebsite: www.epicresins.comContact Person: Matthew VeenhuisEpic Resins is a custom formulator of epoxy endcap adhesives, and energy efficientpolyurethanes designed to replace energy dependantplastisols in end cap molding applications.As the industry leader in Epoxy andPolyurethane technology, Epic Resins can designa product to meet the most stringent requirementswhile providing an exceptional valueto our customers.EXPANDED METAL:Barbron Corporation8720 Dixie HighwayFair Haven, MI 48023Ph: 586-716-3530 • Fax: 586-716-3537E-mail: jhart@barbroncorp.comWebsite: www.barbroncorp.comContact Person: Jim HartBarbron Corporation, manufacturers of expandedmetals, both ferrous & non-ferrous, fromfoils to 20 gage in many standard patterns andsizes with finished edges on strip widths to 10inches. We can mold, form, stamp, and fabricateour expanded products into a variety of filter andstrainer assemblies, filter elements, andspark/flame arrestors to customer’s requirements,or provide them in bulk as coils or blanks.ISO registered 9001-2000.Dexmet Corporation22 Barnes Industrial Road SouthWallingford, CT 06492Ph: 203-294-4440Website: www.dexmetfilter.comContact Person: Ken BurttExpanded Metals & Polymers for MembraneSupport & Backing. Assures media integrity &pleat spacing even under dynamic flow. Materialslaminate for co-expansion/contraction/flex. Openingsdown to 25 micron. Thickness: 0.001” to 0.2”FABRICS SUPPLIERS:Dodenhoff Industrial Textiles, Inc.28045 Ranney ParkwayWestlake, OH 44145Ph: 440-892-5511 • Fax: 440-892-0387E-mail: DITSales@Dodenhoff.comWebsite: www.Dodenhoff.comContact Persons:Ellen Moltz or Martin DodenhoffWoven, knit and non-woven Filter Media availablein roll form. Strainer fabrics and precisionscreen cloths. Belt fabric. Large and small quantities.Polyester, Polypropylene, Nylon, Cottonand Specialty Fibers. With unparalled technicalexpertise. Worldwide.FILTER BAGS/LIQUID:“Just Quality Flangesat excellent prices”American Molding Technologies2350 E. Lunt AvenueElk Grove Village, IL 60007Ph: 847-437-6900 • Fax: 847-437-6999E-mail: tina@amtproducts.comWebsite: www.amtproducts.comAMT specializes in manufacturing precision-engineeredflanges and Die cut gaskets for the filtrationindustry. We blend modern technologywith old world craftsmanship and have perfectedthe art of creating a flange, using our high-speedhigh quality equipment - producing parts andcomponents that meet the highest standards attainable.Call the RING LEADER for savings34 • August 2010 • www.filtnews.comFILTER CANS:METCOM Inc.P.O. Box 49065Cookeville, TN 38506Ph: 931-526-8412 • Fax: 931-526-1092E-mail: sales@metcomusa.comWebsite: www.metcomusa.comMetcom Inc. is a full service metal componentsupplier specializing in metal spinning, metalstamping, deep drawing and laser cutting.FILTER CAPS:DelStar Technologies, Inc.Corporate Headquarters601 Industrial DriveMiddletown, DE 19709Ph: 302-378-8888 • Fax: 302-378-4482Toll-Free: 1-800-521-6713E-mail: info@delstarinc.comWebsite: www.delstarinc.comContact Person: Tim JohnsonDelStar Technologies manufactures a diverse collectionof thermoplastic filtration products madefrom a variety of high-performance, engineeringgraderesins. Roll-Good product lines include Naltex®extruded netting, Delnet® apertured films,DelPore® meltblown nonwovens and Stratex®laminate composites. The Coretec® line includesan extensive collection of extruded cores, rods,tubes and machined shapes made from plasticand steel. Manufacturing operations and sales officesare located throughout the United States, inthe UK and in China.DelStar International, Ltd.3a Osprey CourtHawkfield Business ParkBristol BS14 0BB EnglandPh: + 44 (0) 1454.613.991Fax: + 44 (0) 1454.614.700DelStar Asia PacificRoom 907, Suite COriental International PlazaNo. 85, Lou Shan Guan RoadShanghai, 200336, P.R.C.Ph: + (86) (21) 6278.7677 orPh: + (86) (21) 6278.7659Fax: + (86) (21) 6278.7679Exact Dispensing Systems1130 US Rt.1Newcastle, Maine 04553Ph: 207-563-2299 • Fax: 207-563-2619E-mail: twilliams@exactdispensing.comWebsite: www.exactdispensing.comContact Person: Todd WilliamsMeter/Mix/Dispense systems for epoxies, urethanes(standard & foam) and silicones. Applica-

tions include end cap molding/sealing, HEPAframe sealing and filter gasketing. Centrifugalmolding sytems for HEPA and NIOSH filters.FILTER CAPS & COMPONENTS:FILTER CARTRIDGE HOUSINGS:Gulf Coast Stamping5681 Zip DriveFt. Myers, FL 33905Ph: 239-694-5900 • Fax: 239-694-9900E-mail: sales@gulfcoaststamping.comContact Person: Steve SpencerGulf Coast Stamping specializes in short runmetal stamping. We have over 25 years experienceproducing aluminum, stainless steel andcarbon steel components and filter caps. Pleasegive us the opportunity to demonstrate our exceptionalcustomer service.METCOM Inc.P.O. Box 49065Cookeville, TN 38506Ph: 931-526-8412 • Fax: 931-526-1092E-mail: sales@metcomusa.comWebsite: www.metcomusa.comMetcom Inc. is a full service metal componentsupplier specializing in metal spinning, metalstamping, deep drawing and laser cutting.A2Z Filtration SpecialitiesPrivate LimitedDesign Centre & Manufacturing FacilityD-1, Infocity, Phase-2, Sector-33Gurgaon-122001, IndiaPh: +91 (124) 478 8700Fax: +91 (124) 400 1388Skype ID: a2zfiltrationE-mail: marketing@a2zfiltration.comE-mail: a2zfiltration@airtelmail.inE-mail: a2zfiltration@vsnl.netWebsite: www.a2zfiltration.comA2Z offers over 750 part numbers of filter componentsto meet customers specifications and drawingssuch as Filter End Caps, Filter Frames, FilterHousings, Bowls and Cover Assemblies, Cast andMachined Parts, Wire and Weld Mesh Cages,Perforated Support Tubes, Weld Mesh, Spinningitems, Spiral Tubes, Rubber Components, GlassFilled Nylon 6 Moulded Caps, Expanded MetalSheets in any size and pattern, Perforated metalsheets, Perforated paper sheets, Protectivesleeves, Clamps, Plastic components, Any type ofsheet metal pressed components, Fabricatedparts, Aluminum Alloy parts.FilterCor Inc.7932 Ajay DriveSun Valley, CA 91352Ph: 1-800-Filter5 • Fax: 818-252-7476E-mail: info@filtercor.comWebsite: www.filtercor.comContact Person: Roger HollanderManufacturers of wound, carbon and pleated filters.Wound filters are available in variety of lengths andporosities. Pleated filters can be manufactured instandard or custom sizes. Carbon filters for drinkingand industrial water.FILTER CLEANING:APEL International Inc.11201 Ampere CourtLouisville, KY 40299Ph: 502-240-0443 • Fax: 502-240-0717E-mail: info@apelfilters.comWebsite: www.apelfilters.comContact Person: Travis DuleyAPEL manufactures pleated filter elements andfabric filters for most brands of bag-houses, dustcollectors and dry process equipment. Our technicalexperts will carefully assess your filtrationneeds, and construct a standard or custom filterwww.filtnews.com • August 2010 • 35

for your application. Thousands of Dust Collectorfilters in stock at all times. Immediate delivery isavailable.FILTER CLOTH:Unique Wire Weaving Co., Inc.762 Ramsey AveHillside, NJ 07205Ph: 908-688-4600 • Fax: 908-688-4601E-mail: hgabriel@uniquewire.comWebsite: www.uniquewire.comContact Person: Howard GabrielFilter Cloth manufacturing specialist since 1946.Micronique and Dutch weave filter cloth down to10 microns. Specialty metals including Hastelloy,Inconel, Monel, Tantalum, and Titanium. Uniqueoffers stock inventory, custom weaving and fabrications.R&D and prototype work welcome.FILTER ELEMENTS:APEL International Inc.11201 Ampere CourtLouisville, KY 40299Ph: 502-240-0443 • Fax: 502-240-0717E-mail: info@apelfilters.comWebsite: www.apelfilters.comContact Person: Travis DuleyAPEL manufactures pleated filter elements and fabricfilters for most brands of bag-houses, dust collectorsand dry process equipment. Our technicalexperts will carefully assess your filtration needs,and construct a standard or custom filter for yourapplication. Thousands of Dust Collector filters instock at all times. Immediate delivery is available.Barbron Corporation8720 Dixie HighwayFair Haven, MI 48023Ph: 586-716-3530 • Fax: 586-716-3537E-mail: jhart@barbroncorp.comWebsite: www.barbroncorp.comContact Person: Jim HartBarbron Corporation, a manufacturer of expandedmetals, provides molded expanded aluminumfoil filter and breather elements in varyingdensities and almost any shape, to cover a widerange of filtration and vapor removal applications.We also stamp, form, and assemble housings,covers, and caps to customerspecifications. The metal elements are cleanable,re-manufacturable, and can be re-cycled.ISO registered 9001-2000.Clack Corporation4462 Duraform LaneWindsor, WI 53598Ph: 608-846-3010 • Fax: 608-846-2586E-mail: ballweg@clackcorp.comContact Person: Steve BallwegManufacturers of melt blown polyproplene sedimentcartridges for water treatment applications.A wide variety of standard lengths and diametersare available. We also have the ability to producecustom sizes to meet your specific requirements.Donaldson Company, Inc.PO Box 1299Minneapolis, MN 55440-1299Ph: 800-374-1374 • Fax: 952-887-3716E-mail: engineserviceparts@donaldson.comWebsite: www.donaldsonfilters.comContact Person: Customer ServiceDonaldson delivers:* Air filters- including Donaldson Endurance* Lube, Fuel, Coolant and Hydraulic filters* Exhaust products and accessoriesCall customer service at 800-374-1374or 952-887-3699. Check out our web site atwww.donaldsonfilters.comFilter-Mart Corporation2198 Fisk RoadCookeville, TN 38506Ph: 800-487-7493 • Fax: 800-669-6303E-Mail: karlaa@filtermart.comWebsite: www.filtermart.comContact Person: Karla AyersA leader in supplying quality filtration products forevery industry. Founded in 1991, offering replacementelements for over 700,000 model numbers.In house manufacturing for speedy delivery andcustom products. Service is our first priority.Graver Technologies200 Lake DriveGlasgow, DE 19702 USAPh: 302-731-1700 • Fax: 302-731-1707Toll Free: 1-800-249-1990E-mail: info@gravertech.comWebsite: www.gravertech.comContact Person: Betty WellsGraver Technologies delivers products that facilitateand enhance separation, purification, andprocess filtration. Our product scope includes: replacementfilter elements, pleat packs, activatedcarbon, filter cartridges, coalescers, ASME housings,and filtration skids. We produce productsunder our own brand names, as well as for OEMsand private label customers.36 • August 2010 • www.filtnews.comMatrix Separations LLCPO Box 163696000 Century Oaks DriveBonny Oaks Industrial ParkChattanooga, TN 37416-6369Ph: 423-267-2397 • Fax: 423-267-0298E-mail: rcloud@matrixseparations.comWebsite: www.matrixseparations.comContact Person: Ron CloudMATRIX is a manufacturer of liquid process cartridgeswhich are engineered to serve mostevery industry imaginable. Our technology hasbeen developed to extend cartridge life and thusreduce disposal cost.Reserve Filter Systems2146 Enterprise ParkwayTwinsburg, OH 44087Ph: 330-425-8668 • Fax: 330-425-0920Toll Free: 1-800-553-2777E-mail: jhurley@reservefilter.comWebsite: www.reservefilter.comContact Person: Jim HurleyReserve Filter Systems is a leading distributorfor Pentair, Pentek Brand Filters & Cartridges &Harmsco Filtration Products. Products for commercial& industrial applications, including baghousings, filter bags and the broadest line of replacementcartridge elements in stock & ready toship the same day.FILTER HOUSING:Global Filter, LLC7201 Mt. Vernon Rd. SECedar Rapids, IA 52403Ph: 319-743-0110 • Fax: 319-743-0220Toll Free: 877-603-1003E-mail: todd@globalfiltercorp.comWebsite: www.globalfiltercorp.comContact Person: Todd YounggreenGlobal Filter LLC is a manufacturer of High PurityPleated Filter Cartridges, PolypropyleneMeltblown Filter Cartridges and Stainless SteelFilter Housings. In addition to our standard productline; Global Filter also offers custom filtrationsolutions for almost any type of industrial or highpurity application. Please contact Global filter,LLC for your filtration needs.Graver Technologies200 Lake DriveGlasgow, DE 19702 USA

Ph: 302-731-1700 • Fax: 302-731-1707Toll Free: 1-800-249-1990E-mail: info@gravertech.comWebsite: www.gravertech.comContact Person: Betty WellsGraver Technologies delivers products that facilitateand enhance separation, purification, andprocess filtration. Our product scope includes:replacement filter elements, pleat packs, activatedcarbon, filter cartridges, coalescers, ASMEhousings, and filtration skids. We produce productsunder our own brand names, as well as forOEMs and private label customers.FILTER MANUFACTURING AUTOMATION:FILTER MANUFACTURER:Air Filters Inc.8282 Warren RoadHouston, TX 77040Ph: 713-896-8901 • Fax: 713-896-8912E-mail: sales@airfilterusa.comWebsite: www.airfilterusa.comLooking for the right filter in exactly the rightsize? Have a special application? Need it now?At Air Filters, Inc. we are committed to providinga “one-stop shop” for all your air filtration requirements.We will have it in stock or we’ll custombuild it to your specifications.APEL International Inc.11201 Ampere CourtLouisville, KY 40299Ph: 502-240-0443 • Fax: 502-240-0717E-mail: info@apelfilters.comWebsite: www.apelfilters.comContact Person: Travis DuleyAPEL manufactures pleated filter elements and fabricfilters for most brands of bag-houses, dust collectorsand dry process equipment. Our technicalexperts will carefully assess your filtration needs,and construct a standard or custom filter for yourapplication. Thousands of Dust Collector filters instock at all times. Immediate delivery is available.Exact Dispensing Systems1130 US Rt.1Newcastle, Maine 04553Ph: 207-563-2299 • Fax: 207-563-2619E-mail: twilliams@exactdispensing.comWebsite: www.exactdispensing.comContact Person: Todd WilliamsMeter/Mix/Dispense systems for epoxies, urethanes(standard & foam) and silicones. Applicationsinclude end cap molding/sealing, HEPAframe sealing and filter gasketing. Centrifugalmolding sytems for HEPA and NIOSH filters.Nordson Corporation11475 Lakefield DriveDuluth, GA 30097Ph: 800-683-2314 • Fax: 866-667-3329E-mail: adhesiveleads@nordson.comWebsite: www.nordson.comNordson dispensing systems help improve productivityand quality of media lamination and filterassembly. Whether dispensing adhesives,polyamides, urethanes or other high-performancematerials, Nordson systems help reducecosts and make production more efficient.Sealant Equipment & Engineering, Inc.45677 Helm StreetPlymouth, MI 48170Ph: 734-459-8600 • Fax: 734-459-8686E-mail: sales@sealantequipment.comWebsite: www.sealantequipment.comPrecision meter-mix-dispense systems and No-Drip®, Snuf-Bak Dispense Valves manufacturerfor filter end-cap applications. Dispensetwo-component polyurethanes, epoxies and onecomponentplastisol-type materials. Over 38years of dispensing technology experience. Experttechnical start-up and support team. Twoyearwarranty included. ISO 9001:2000registered.www.filtnews.com • August 2010 • 37

Custom Filter LLC401 Hankes Ave.Aurora, IL 60505Ph: 630-906-2100 • Fax 630-906-0136E-mail: sales@customfilter.netWebsite: www.customfilter.netCustom Filter provides Original Equipment Manufacturerswith unique solutions to their filtrationneeds (concept-to-delivery). Our capabilities includeproduct design, rapid prototyping,HEPA/ULPA testing, pleating, assembly andsealing of various filter types and sizes. Applicationsinclude respirator, medical devices, aircleaners, vacuum cleaner, carbon, and specialtymarkets. Please contact us with your demandingapplications. ISO registered 9001:2008.Ascension Industries1254 Erie AvenueNorth Tonawanda, NY 14120Ph: 716-693-9381 • Fax: 716-564-9044Contact: sales@asmfab.comAscension Industries manufactures custom engineeredDurco liquid filtration systems. We offerlab testing, equipment, parts and field service.Contact us for filter presses, tube filters, pressureleaves, nutches and sludge dryers. We area premier custom metal fabricator of industrialequipment. ASME and China SQLFilterCor Inc.7932 Ajay DriveSun Valley, CA 91352Ph: 1-800-Filter5 • Fax: 818-252-7476E-mail: info@filtercor.comWebsite: www.filtercor.comContact Person: Roger HollanderManufacturers of wound, carbon and pleated filters.Wound filters are available in variety of lengths andporosities. Pleated filters can be manufactured instandard or custom sizes. Carbon filters for drinkingand industrial water.Global Filter, LLC7201 Mt. Vernon Rd. SECedar Rapids, IA 52403Ph: 319-743-0110 • Fax: 319-743-0220Toll Free: 877-603-1003E-mail: todd@globalfiltercorp.comWebsite: www.globalfiltercorp.comContact Person: Todd YounggreenGlobal Filter LLC is a manufacturer of High PurityPleated Filter Cartridges, PolypropyleneMeltblown Filter Cartridges and Stainless SteelFilter Housings. In addition to our standard productline; Global Filter also offers custom filtrationsolutions for almost any type of industrial or highpurity application. Please contact Global filter,LLC for your filtration needs.Keystone FilterMet-Pro Corporation2385 North Penn RoadHatfield, PA 19440Ph: 215-822-1963 • Fax: 215-997-1839Toll Free: 800-822-1963E-mail: filters@keystonefilter.comWebsite: www.keystonefilter.comContact Person: SalesStandard and custom designed filters, pleated elementsand cartridges with optional glue bead separationfor air, gas, oils, water, chemicals and otherfluids. Experienced with microfiberglass, polypropylene,polyester, cellulose and activated carbon filtermedia; plastic and stainless steel housingsKomline-Sanderson12 Holland AvenuePeapack, NJ 07977Ph: 800-225-5457 • Fax: 908-234-9487E-mail: info@komline.comContact Person: SalesVacuum filtration equipment for dewatering, clarification,cake washing, and recovery. Indirect heattransfer Paddle Dryer/Cooler for heating, drying,cooling, and reacting. Rotary Atomizers for spraydrying. Wastewater and sludge: pumping, clarification,thickening, dewatering, and drying.United Filters International901 S. GrantAmarillo, TX 79105Ph: 806-373-8386 • Fax: 806-371-7783E-mail: d.otwell@unitedfilters.comWebsite: www.unitedfilter.comContact Person: David OtwellUnited Filters International is a global supplier offilter elements, housings, and fluid handling devicesused for consumer, commercial/industrialand petrochemical/gas applications. Manufacturinglocations in Mexico, Texas, and California areideally located to support both domestic and offshorecustomers’ needs.WORLD RECRUITERS10612-D Providence Rd.Charlotte, NC 28277Ph: 704-845-3000 ext: 200Website: www.worldrecruiters.comContact Person:Michael D. Gutowski President/CEO38 • August 2010 • www.filtnews.comE-mail: mikeg@worldrecruiters.comPossessing over 25 years of successful recruitingexperience in the filtration industry. Our organizationhas placed thousands of Presidents,Sales & Marketing Managers and Engineersacross the globe. As a member of the PinnacleSociety, we are ranked in the top 1% of executiverecruiting firms worldwide.FILTER MANUFACTURING:APEL International Inc.11201 Ampere CourtLouisville, KY 40299Ph: 502-240-0443 • Fax: 502-240-0717E-mail: info@apelfilters.comWebsite: www.apelfilters.comContact Person: Travis DuleyAPEL manufactures pleated filter elements and fabricfilters for most brands of bag-houses, dust collectorsand dry process equipment. Our technicalexperts will carefully assess your filtration needs,and construct a standard or custom filter for yourapplication. Thousands of Dust Collector filters instock at all times. Immediate delivery is available.Filter-Mart Corporation2198 Fisk RoadCookeville, TN 38506Ph: 800-487-7493 • Fax: 800-669-6303E-Mail: karlaa@filtermart.comWebsite: www.filtermart.comContact Person: Karla AyersA leader in supplying quality filtration products forevery industry. Founded in 1991, offering replacementelements for over 700,000 model numbers.In house manufacturing for speedy delivery andcustom products. Service is our first priority.FILTER MEDIA:DelStar Technologies, Inc.Corporate Headquarters601 Industrial DriveMiddletown, DE 19709Ph: 302-378-8888 • Fax: 302-378-4482Toll-Free: 1-800-521-6713E-mail: info@delstarinc.comWebsite: www.delstarinc.comContact Person: Tim JohnsonDelStar Technologies manufactures a diverse collectionof thermoplastic filtration products made from avariety of high-performance, engineering-graderesins. Roll-Good product lines include Naltex® extrudednetting, Delnet® apertured films, DelPore®meltblown nonwovens and Stratex® laminate composites.The Coretec® line includes an extensive collectionof extruded cores, rods, tubes and machinedshapes made from plastic and steel. Manufacturingoperations and sales offices are located throughoutthe United States, in the UK and in China.

DelStar International, Ltd.3a Osprey CourtHawkfield Business ParkBristol BS14 0BB EnglandPh: + 44 (0) 1454.613.991Fax: + 44 (0) 1454.614.700DelStar Asia PacificRoom 907, Suite COriental International PlazaNo. 85, Lou Shan Guan RoadShanghai, 200336, P.R.C.Ph: + (86) (21) 6278.7677 orPh: + (86) (21) 6278.7659Fax: + (86) (21) 6278.7679Dexmet Corporation22 Barnes Industrial Road SouthWallingford, CT 06492Ph: 203-294-4440Website: www.dexmetfilter.comContact Person: Ken BurttExpanded Metals & Polymers for Membrane Support& Backing. Assures media integrity & pleatspacing even under dynamic flow. Materials laminatefor co-expansion/contraction/flex. Openingsdown to 25 micron. Thickness: 0.001” to 0.2”PHIFER Inc.P.O. Box 1700Tuscaloosa, AL 35403-1700Ph: 205-345-2120 • Fax: 205-750-4890E-mail: info@phifer.comContact Persons: Greg RhodenAluminum, steel, bronze, vinyl-coated fiberglassand polyester meshes for filtration. Broad meshranges, precision slitting and custom packaging.Custom annealing and epoxy, polyester andacrylic coatings for aluminum, steel and bronzemesh. ISO registered.SAATItech247 Route 100Somers, NY 10589Ph: 800-719-7130 • Ph: 914-767-0100Fax: 914-767-0109E-mail: info.us@saatitech.comWebsite: www.saatiamericas.comSAATItech provides a wide range of precisionwoven mono-filament screen media. Suppliedas full or custom slit rolls, cut to length, fabricatedinto tubes, disks, or a variety of othershapes to meet your custom design. ISO9001:2008 Certified.Dodenhoff Industrial Textiles, Inc.28045 Ranney ParkwayWestlake, OH 44145Ph: 440-892-5511 • Fax: 440-892-0387E-mail: DITSales@Dodenhoff.comWebsite: www.Dodenhoff.comContact Persons:Ellen Moltz or Martin DodenhoffWoven, knit and non-woven Filter Media availablein roll form. Strainer fabrics and precisionscreen cloths. Belt fabric. Large and small quantities.Polyester, Polypropylene, Nylon, Cottonand Specialty Fibers. With unparalled technicalexpertise. Worldwide.G. Bopp USA Inc.4 Bill Horton WayWappingers Falls, NY 12590Ph: 845-296-1065 • Fax: 845-296-1282E-mail: infousa@bopp.comWebsite: www.bopp.comWorld-renowned manufacturer commands thelargest capacity for fine wire weaving and fabricatedcomponents in multi-layered sintered,square, beta & filter meshes, in various weavesand alloys including: stainless steel, heat resistantsteels, CrNi, nickel, monel, copper, aluminum,titanium and precious metals.ISO 9001:2008/DFARS Compliantwww.filtnews.com • August 2010 • 39

FILTER PRODUCTS:Shelco Filters100 Bradley StreetMiddletown, CT 06457Ph: 860-854-6121 • Fax: 860-854-6120E-mail: info@shelco.comShelco Website: www.shelco.comLeading manufacturer of commercial and industrialfilters, including stainless steel filter housings;filter bags & bag filter housings; wound,pleated and depth style cartridges.FILTER REPLACEMENT:Global Filter, LLC7201 Mt. Vernon Rd. SECedar Rapids, IA 52403Ph: 319-743-0110 • Fax: 319-743-0220Toll Free: 877-603-1003E-mail: todd@globalfiltercorp.comWebsite: www.globalfiltercorp.comContact Person: Todd YounggreenGlobal Filter LLC is a manufacturer of High PurityPleated Filter Cartridges, PolypropyleneMeltblown Filter Cartridges and Stainless SteelFilter Housings. In addition to our standard productline; Global Filter also offers custom filtrationsolutions for almost any type of industrial or highpurity application. Please contact Global filter,LLC for your filtration needs.FILTER SHELLS:METCOM Inc.P.O. Box 49065Cookeville, TN 38506Ph: 931-526-8412 • Fax: 931-526-1092E-mail: sales@metcomusa.comWebsite: www.metcomusa.comMetcom Inc. is a full service metal componentsupplier specializing in metal spinning, metalstamping, deep drawing and laser cutting.FILTER TESTING:Air Techniques International11403 Cronridge DriveOwings Mills, MD 21117Ph: 410-363-9696 • Fax: 410-363-9695E-mail: dlargent@atitest.comWebsite: www.atitest.comContact Persons: Don LargentAir Techniques International (ATI) is the globalleader in testing equipment for specialized filtersand masks. Since 1961, we’ve enabled our customersto improve product quality, ensure workerhealth and safety, and comply with the moststringent testing standards and regulations for filtrationof airborne particulate. ATI is the trustedresource for government, military, nuclear andcommercial industries.FILTER TESTING EQUIPMENT:Air Techniques International11403 Cronridge DriveOwings Mills, MD 21117Ph: 410-363-9696 • Fax: 410-363-9695E-mail: dlargent@atitest.comWebsite: www.atitest.comContact Persons: Don LargentAir Techniques International (ATI) is the globalleader in testing equipment for specialized filtersand masks. Since 1961, we’ve enabled our customersto improve product quality, ensure workerhealth and safety, and comply with the moststringent testing standards and regulations for filtrationof airborne particulate. ATI is the trustedresource for government, military, nuclear andcommercial industries.Emprise Corporation3900 Kennesaw 75 Parkway Suite 125Kennesaw, GA 30144Ph: 770-425-1420 • Fax: 770-425-1425Toll Free: 800-278-2119E-Mail: sbrown@emprise-usa.comWebsite: www.testand.comContact Person: Scott BrownTestand is a leader in providing SAE and ISOcompliant automotive and heavy duty filter testingequipment. The Testand product line includessystems for testing fuel, oil and air filters.Testand also designs and builds custom testequipment for your specific application.FILTER ULTRASONIC SEALING & DIE CUTTING:Custom Filter LLC401 Hankes Ave.Aurora, IL 60505Ph: 630-906-2100 • Fax 630-906-0136E-mail: sales@customfilter.netWebsite: www.customfilter.netCustom Filter’s die cutting and ultrasonic weldingcapabilities allow us to provide a 100% edgeseal using multi-layered media. Welded flanges,unusual shapes and high quality printing areavailable. If you have hard to weld material orunique applications requiring multiple layers,Custom Filter can provide an ultrasonic die cut40 • August 2010 • www.filtnews.comand welding solution. Please contact us withyour unique needs. ISO registered 9001:2008.FILTER WINDING MACHINERY:Be a Maverick Wind Your Own FiltersAmarillo, TXPh: 806-383-3833 • Fax: 806-355-0105E-mail: kathy@filterwinders.comWebsite: www.filterwinders.comContact Person: Kathy McAlisterMaverick Manufacturing, manufactures continuouswound filter winding machines. These machinesproduce filter cartridges used in allaspects of liquid filtration, such as pre-filters toR/O membrane, units in desalination plants, petroleum,chemical, and water applications.FILTERS AUTOMATIC:Ascension Industries1254 Erie AvenueNorth Tonawanda, NY 14120Ph: 716-693-9381 • Fax: 716-564-9044Contact: sales@asmfab.comAscension Industries manufactures custom engineeredDurco liquid filtration systems. We offerlab testing, equipment, parts and field service.Contact us for filter presses, tube filters, pressureleaves, nutches and sludge dryers. We area premier custom metal fabricator of industrialequipment. ASME and China SQLVAF Filtration Systems, LTD5270 Marshall StreetArvada, CO 80002Ph: 303-425-4242 • Fax: 303-425-0112E-mail: sales@valveandfilter.comWebsite: www.valveandfilter.comContact Person: Steve SpringerEngineer and Manufacturer of individual, modularand skid mounted automatic self-cleaning filtrationsystems. 316 Stainless body and screenconstruction provides superior componentlongevity. Unlimited flows; 1500 to 10 micron filtrationavailable. Made in USA.FILTERS & STRAINERS:Orival Inc.Water Filters213 S. Van Brunt Street

Englewood, NJ 07631E-mail: filters@orival.comPh: 201-568-3311 • Fax: 201-568-1916Toll Free: 1-800-567-9767Website: WWW.ORIVAL.COMContact Person: Reuven SchwartzOrival Filters protect heat exchangers and preventclogging of nozzles, tubes and other narrow passagesby removing dirt particles down to micronsize, of any specific gravity, from once-through andrecirculating cooling water systems. Line pressurepowered, the filter cleans itself without externalpower, and does not interrupt system flow. Installseasily in any position, even upside down. Individualunits available from 10-12,000 gpm.Rosedale Products, Inc.3730 W. Liberty RoadAnn Arbor, MI 48103Ph: 800-821-5373 • Ph: 734-665-8201Fax: 734-665-2214E-mail: filters@rosedaleproducts.comWebsite: www.rosedaleproducts.comRosedale Products provides comprehensive solutionsfor every critical industry filtration need. Itsvast array of easy-to-install and ready-to-servicebags, baskets, housing elements and replacementparts answer every purification concern.FILTRATION COMPONENTS:Ph: + (86) (21) 6278.7659Fax: + (86) (21) 6278.7679Industrial Netting7681 Setzler Parkway NorthMinneapolis, MN 55445Ph: 763-496-6355 • Fax: 763-496-6356Toll Free: 800-328-8456E-mail: info@industrialnetting.comWebsite: www.industrialnetting.comContact Person: Sheila KatuskyWorld’s largest selection of plastic netting, rigid extrudedmesh tubes and woven mesh custom convertedto your specifications. Sonically weldedtube overwraps using nonwovens, woven mesh orfine mesh netting available upon request.Interstate Specialty Products55 Gilmore DriveSutton, MA 01590Ph: 800-984-1811 • Fax: 800-977-4342E-mail: info@interstatesp.comWebsite: www.interstatesp.comContact Person: John SavickasISP specializes in large and medium runs of diecut filter media including high loft, nonwove,porous plastic, and a variety of membrane materials.Markets include water, air, and many scientificand medical applications.FILTRATION PRODUCTS:Harmsco Filtration ProductsP.O. Box 14066North Palm Beach, FL 33408Ph: 1-800-327-3248 • Fax: 561-845-2474E-mail: rescobedo@harmsco.comWebsite: www.harmsco.comHarmsco Filtration Products has been a leadingmanufacturer of filtration products since 1958.Whether it is commercial, industrial, municipal,or custom product applictions. Harmsco is focusedon delivering innovative and cost-effectiveapproaches to your filtration needs. Product applicationsinclude: Municipal drinking water, surfacewater treatment rule (SWTR), ground waterunder direct influence (GUDI), and many more.DelStar Technologies, Inc.Corporate Headquarters601 Industrial DriveMiddletown, DE 19709Ph: 302-378-8888 • Fax: 302-378-4482Toll-Free: 1-800-521-6713E-mail: info@delstarinc.comWebsite: www.delstarinc.comContact Person: Tim JohnsonDelStar Technologies manufactures a diverse collectionof thermoplastic filtration products madefrom a variety of high-performance, engineeringgraderesins. Roll-Good product lines include Naltex®extruded netting, Delnet® apertured films,DelPore® meltblown nonwovens and Stratex®laminate composites. The Coretec® line includesan extensive collection of extruded cores, rods,tubes and machined shapes made from plastic andsteel. Manufacturing operations and sales officesare located throughout the United States, in the UKand in China.DelStar International, Ltd.3a Osprey CourtHawkfield Business ParkBristol BS14 0BB EnglandPh: + 44 (0) 1454.613.991Fax: + 44 (0) 1454.614.700DelStar Asia PacificRoom 907, Suite COriental International PlazaNo. 85, Lou Shan Guan RoadShanghai, 200336, P.R.C.Ph: + (86) (21) 6278.7677 orwww.filtnews.com • August 2010 • 41

FILTRATION SYSTEMS:Chase Machine & Engineering Inc.324 Washington Street, PO Box 1334West Warwick, RI 02893Ph: 401-821-8879 • Fax: 401-823-5543E-mail: guygil@chasemachine.comWebsite: www.chasemachine.comContact Person: Guy GilCustom machinery builders for air, liquid, and membranefiltration. We manufacture to precise specificationsresulting in more efficient and cost-effectiveproduction. We also provide customer service forthe life of the machine.Dynamic Air Quality SolutionsP.O. Box 1258Princeton, NJ 08542Ph: 866-810-9202 • Fax: 479-452-0012E-mail: rgoodfellow@dynamicaqs.comWebsite: www.dynamicAQS.comDynamic Air Quality Solutions manufacturescommercial, industrial and residential high-efficiencyair cleaning systems that save energyand reduce operating costs. Proud partner ofASHRAE headquarters renewal project.fuel and oil filtration systems, engine air filters,crankcase ventilation filter systems, and additives.RoboVent Product Group1238 Anderson CourtClawson, MI 48017Ph: 248-655-1800 • Fax: 248-655-1801E-mail: info@robovent.comWebsite: www.robovent.comContact Person: Andrew ReidRoboVent Product Group is the manufacturer ofRoboVent, the leader in Welding Air Filtration,and Plaser, your Solution for Metal-cutting FumeExtraction. Contact us at 248-655-1800 orwww.robovent.comUnited Filters International901 S. GrantAmarillo, TX 79105Ph: 806-373-8386 • Fax: 806-371-7783E-mail: d.otwell@unitedfilters.comWebsite: www.unitedfilter.comContact Person: David OtwellUnited Filters International is a global supplier offilter elements, housings, and fluid handling devicesused for consumer, commercial/industrialand petrochemical/gas applications. Manufacturinglocations in Mexico, Texas, and California areideally located to support both domestic and offshorecustomers’ needs.polyamides, urethanes or other high-performancematerials, Nordson systems help reducecosts and make production more efficient.Potdevin Glue Machine Co.26 Fairfield PlaceWest Caldwell, NJ 07006Ph: 201-288-1941 • Fax: 201-288-3770E-mail: jimb@potdevin.comWebsite: www.potdevin.comContact Person: James ByrnesCold Gluers to apply glue to the die cut chipboardand gluers that apply hot animal glue to expandedmetal for bonding it to the media before pleating.Sealant Equipment & Engineering, Inc.45677 Helm StreetPlymouth, MI 48170Ph: 734-459-8600 • Fax: 734-459-8686E-mail: sales@sealantequipment.comWebsite: www.sealantequipment.comPrecision meter-mix-dispense systems and No-Drip®, Snuf-Bak Dispense Valves manufacturerfor filter end-cap applications. Dispense two-componentpolyurethanes, epoxies and one-componentplastisol-type materials. Over 38 years ofdispensing technology experience. Expert technicalstart-up and support team. Two-year warrantyincluded. ISO 9001:2000 registered.LAMINATING MACHINERY:Orival Inc.Water Filters213 S. Van Brunt StreetEnglewood, NJ 07631E-mail: filters@orival.comPh: 201-568-3311 • Fax: 201-568-1916Toll Free: 1-800-567-9767Website: WWW.ORIVAL.COMContact Person: Reuven SchwartzOrival Filters protect heat exchangers and preventclogging of nozzles, tubes and other narrow passagesby removing dirt particles down to micronsize, of any specific gravity, from once-through andrecirculating cooling water systems. Line pressurepowered, the filter cleans itself without externalpower, and does not interrupt system flow. Installseasily in any position, even upside down. Individualunits available from 10-12,000 gpm.GLUE MACHINES:Exact Dispensing Systems1130 US Rt.1Newcastle, Maine 04553Ph: 207-563-2299 • Fax: 207-563-2619E-mail: twilliams@exactdispensing.comWebsite: www.exactdispensing.comContact Person: Todd WilliamsMeter/Mix/Dispense systems for epoxies, urethanes(standard & foam) and silicones. Applicationsinclude end cap molding/sealing, HEPAframe sealing and filter gasketing. Centrifugalmolding sytems for HEPA and NIOSH filters.Filtration Technology Systems4239 Earnings WayNew Albany, IN 47150Ph: 812-944-9368 • Fax: 812-944-7237E-mail: brian@filtrationtech.comWebsite: www.filtrationtech.comContact Person: Brian A. MorrisFrom entry-level pleat & disposable lines to automatedturnkey production we have equipmentfor every level of production or we can design tofit you specific needs. See what we have to offer.www.filtrationtech.comLASER CUTTING:Parker Hannifin Racor Division3400 Finch RoadModesto, CA 95354Ph: 800-344-3286 • Fax: 209-529-3278E-Mail: racor@parker.comWebsite: www.parker.comContact Person: Diane MossThe Racor Division of Parker Hannifin manufacturesand markets filtration products and systemcomponents for engines and equipment includingNordson Corporation11475 Lakefield DriveDuluth, GA 30097Ph: 800-683-2314 • Fax: 866-667-3329E-mail: adhesiveleads@nordson.comWebsite: www.nordson.comNordson dispensing systems help improve productivityand quality of media lamination and filterassembly. Whether dispensing adhesives,42 • August 2010 • www.filtnews.comMETCOM Inc.P.O. Box 49065Cookeville, TN 38506Ph: 931-526-8412 • Fax: 931-526-1092E-mail: sales@metcomusa.comWebsite: www.metcomusa.comMetcom Inc. is a full service metal componentsupplier specializing in metal spinning, metalstamping, deep drawing and laser cutting.

LIQUID ADHESIVES/SEALANTSFOR FILTER APPLICATIONS:BayOne Urethane Systems LLC2700 Papin StreetSt. Louis, MO 63103Ph: 877-438-2291• Fax: 314-771-4646E-mail: info@bayone.comWebsite: www.bayone.comContact Person:Mark Vanover, Marketing ManagerBayOne Urethane Systems LLC is a leadingmanufacturer of polyurethane systems for the filtrationindustry, both moldable systems and pottingadhesives. Applications served include heavyduty air & lube, fuel, HEPA, water, and biofuels.American Molding Technologies2350 E. Lunt AvenueElk Grove Village, IL 60007Ph: 847-437-6900 • Fax: 847-437-6999E-mail: tina@amtproducts.comWebsite: www.amtproducts.comAMT specializes in manufacturing precisionengineeredflanges and Die cut gaskets for thefiltration industry. We blend modern technologywith old world craftsmanship and have perfectedthe art of creating a flange, using our high-speedhigh quality equipment - producing parts andcomponents that meet the highest standards attainable.Call the RING LEADER for savingsClear Decision Filtration4571 S 1450 WFrancesville, IN 47946Ph: 219-567-2008 • Fax: 219-567-2699E-mail: sales@cleardecisioninc.comWebsite: www.cdffilter.comContact Person: Tony HollidayINDUSTRIAL LIQUID BAG FILTER SPECIALISTClear Decision Filtration Inc. is proud to announcethat we’ve steadily maintained 100%On-Time Deliveries over the last 20 months withthe shortest lead-times in the industry.The CDF team understands your needs;• A company that targets excellence in its fieldand delivers• Lead-time for standard filter bags 1-3 days• Quick delivery of “custom” filter bags (3-6 days)• Silicone Free Manufacturing Facility• Private labeling (we make it easy for you)• Stocking programs for same day shipments• A company that simply answers the phone tofulfill your needsClear Decision Filtration, Inc. has many years ofcombined experience in the manufacturingprocess of liquid filtration bags. Call today andlet us show you why the Decision is Clear.Epic Resins600 Industrial Blvd.Palmyra, WI 53156Ph: 1-800-242-6649 • Fax: 262-495-3410E-mail: danveenhuis@epicresins.comWebsite: www.epicresins.comContact Person: Matthew VeenhuisEpic Resins is a custom formulator of epoxy endcap adhesives, and energy efficient polyurethanesdesigned to replace energy dependant plastisolsin end cap molding applications. As the industryleader in Epoxy and Polyurethane technology,Epic Resins can design a product to meet themost stringent requirements while providing anexceptional value to our customers.Exact Dispensing Systems1130 US Rt.1Newcastle, Maine 04553Ph: 207-563-2299 • Fax: 207-563-2619E-mail: twilliams@exactdispensing.comWebsite: www.exactdispensing.comContact Person: Todd WilliamsMeter/Mix/Dispense systems for epoxies, urethanes(standard & foam) and silicones. Applicationsinclude end cap molding/sealing, HEPAframe sealing and filter gasketing. Centrifugalmolding sytems for HEPA and NIOSH filters.LIQUID FILTRATION:“Just Quality Flangesat excellent prices”www.filtnews.com • August 2010 • 43

FilterCor Inc.7932 Ajay DriveSun Valley, CA 91352Ph: 1-800-Filter5 • Fax: 818-252-7476E-mail: info@filtercor.comWebsite: www.filtercor.comContact Person: Roger HollanderManufacturers of wound, carbon and pleated filters.Wound filters are available in variety oflengths and porosities. Pleated filters can bemanufactured in standard or custom sizes. Carbonfilters for drinking and industrial water.Filter Technology Incorporated3150 W. 36th PlaceChicago, IL 60632Ph: 773-523-7200 • Fax: 773-523-7672E-Mail: sales@filter-technology.comWebsite: www.filter-technology.comContact Person: Aaron TurkManufactures of Liquid Bag Housings, Liquidand Dust Filter Bags.G. Bopp USA Inc.4 Bill Horton WayWappingers Falls, NY 12590Ph: 845-296-1065 • Fax: 845-296-1282E-mail: infousa@bopp.comWebsite: www.bopp.comWorld-renowned manufacturer commands thelargest capacity for fine wire weaving and fabricatedcomponents in multi-layered sintered,square, beta & filter meshes, in various weavesand alloys including: stainless steel, heat resistantsteels, CrNi, nickel, monel, copper, aluminum,titanium and precious metals.ISO 9001:2008/DFARS CompliantGlobal Filter, LLC7201 Mt. Vernon Rd. SECedar Rapids, IA 52403Ph: 319-743-0110 • Fax: 319-743-0220Toll Free: 877-603-1003E-mail: todd@globalfiltercorp.comWebsite: www.globalfiltercorp.comContact Person: Todd YounggreenGlobal Filter LLC is a manufacturer of High PurityPleated Filter Cartridges, PolypropyleneMeltblown Filter Cartridges and Stainless SteelFilter Housings. In addition to our standard productline; Global Filter also offers custom filtrationsolutions for almost any type of industrial or highpurity application. Please contact Global filter,LLC for your filtration needs.Graver Technologies200 Lake DriveGlasgow, DE 19702 USAPh: 302-731-1700 • Fax: 302-731-1707Toll Free: 1-800-249-1990E-mail: info@gravertech.comWebsite: www.gravertech.comContact Person: Betty WellsGraver Technologies delivers products that facilitateand enhance separation, purification, andprocess filtration. Our product scope includes:replacement filter elements, pleat packs, activatedcarbon, filter cartridges, coalescers, ASMEhousings, and filtration skids. We produce productsunder our own brand names, as well as forOEMs and private label customers.Keystone FilterMet-Pro Corporation2385 North Penn RoadHatfield, PA 19440Ph: 215-822-1963 • Fax: 215-997-1839Toll Free: 800-822-1963E-mail: filters@keystonefilter.comWebsite: www.keystonefilter.comContact Person: SalesStandard and custom designed filters, pleatedelements and cartridges with optional glue beadseparation for air, gas, oils, water, chemicals andother fluids. Experienced with microfiberglass,polypropylene, polyester, cellulose and activatedcarbon filter media; plastic and stainless steelhousingsMAGNETIC SEPARATION:Magnetool, Inc.505 ElmwoodTroy, MI 48083Ph: 248-588-5400 • Fax: 248-588-5710Contact Person: Chris SuliszManufacturer of magnetic coolant cleaners, inlinemagnetic filters, filter bag magnets, magnetictubes, magnetic material handling andwork holding equipment.MEDIA FABRICS WOVEN:Dodenhoff Industrial Textiles, Inc.28045 Ranney ParkwayWestlake, OH 44145Ph: 440-892-5511 • Fax: 440-892-0387E-mail: DITSales@Dodenhoff.comWebsite: www.Dodenhoff.comContact Persons:44 • August 2010 • www.filtnews.comEllen Moltz or Martin DodenhoffWoven, knit and non-woven Filter Media availablein roll form. Strainer fabrics and precisionscreen cloths. Belt fabric. Large and small quantities.Polyester, Polypropylene, Nylon, Cottonand Specialty Fibers. With unparalled technicalexpertise. Worldwide.MEMBRANES:Chase Machine & Engineering Inc.324 Washington Street, PO Box 1334West Warwick, RI 02893Ph: 401-821-8879 • Fax: 401-823-5543E-mail: guygil@chasemachine.comWebsite: www.chasemachine.comContact Person: Guy GilCustom machinery builders for air, liquid, andmembrane filtration. We manufacture to precisespecifications resulting in more efficient andcost-effective production. We also provide customerservice for the life of the machine.Dexmet Corporation22 Barnes Industrial Road SouthWallingford, CT 06492Ph: 203-294-4440Website: www.dexmetfilter.comContact Person: Ken BurttExpanded Metals & Polymers for MembraneSupport & Backing. Assures media integrity &pleat spacing even under dynamic flow. Materialslaminate for co-expansion/contraction/flex. Openingsdown to 25 micron. Thickness: 0.001” to 0.2”METAL EXPANDER:A2Z Filtration SpecialitiesPrivate LimitedDesign Centre & Manufacturing FacilityD-1, Infocity, Phase-2, Sector-33Gurgaon-122001, IndiaPh: +91 (124) 478 8700Fax: +91 (124) 400 1388Skype ID: a2zfiltrationE-mail: marketing@a2zfiltration.comE-mail: a2zfiltration@airtelmail.inE-mail: a2zfiltration@vsnl.netWebsite: www.a2zfiltration.comA2Z Metal Expanders are capable of working onAluminium, Brass and Steel. These machines convertmetal sheets into metal screens. Equipped withautomatic counting and shearing devices. Thesemachines can be preset to required mesh sizeswith different die patterns.

METAL/STEEL COMPONENTS:DelStar Technologies, Inc.Corporate Headquarters601 Industrial DriveMiddletown, DE 19709Ph: 302-378-8888 • Fax: 302-378-4482Toll-Free: 1-800-521-6713E-mail: info@delstarinc.comWebsite: www.delstarinc.comContact Person: Tim JohnsonDelStar Technologies manufactures a diverse collectionof thermoplastic filtration products madefrom a variety of high-performance, engineeringgraderesins. Roll-Good product lines include Naltex®extruded netting, Delnet® apertured films,DelPore® meltblown nonwovens and Stratex®laminate composites. The Coretec® line includesan extensive collection of extruded cores, rods,tubes and machined shapes made from plasticand steel. Manufacturing operations and sales officesare located throughout the United States, inthe UK and in China.DelStar International, Ltd.3a Osprey CourtHawkfield Business ParkBristol BS14 0BB EnglandPh: + 44 (0) 1454.613.991Fax: + 44 (0) 1454.614.700DelStar Asia PacificRoom 907, Suite COriental International PlazaNo. 85, Lou Shan Guan RoadShanghai, 200336, P.R.C.Ph: + (86) (21) 6278.7677 orPh: + (86) (21) 6278.7659Fax: + (86) (21) 6278.7679METER, MIX, DISPENSE EQUIPMENT:Ashby Cross Company28 Parker StreetNewburyport, MA 01950Ph: 978-463-0202 • Fax: 978-463-0505E-mail: info@ashbycross.comWebsite: www.ashbycross.comContact Person: Don LeoneAdhesive dispensing equipment for filter end-capmolding. Systems available for processing flexibleurethane elastomer or rigid and flexible foam.Bench-top, fully automated with x-y tables available.DOPAG US Ltd10052 Commerce Park Drive Suite 100Cincinnati, OH 45246-1338Ph: 513-881-6370 • Fax: 513-881-7010E-mail: kwalker@dopag.comWebsite: www.dopag.comContact Person: Ken WalkerDOPAG provides custom Meter/Mix/Dispensingsystems for end cap sealing/molding and frameand seam sealing. Positive displacement gear,piston and volumetric systems provide ultimateprecision and control at an affordable price.Exact Dispensing Systems1130 US Rt.1Newcastle, Maine 04553Ph: 207-563-2299 • Fax: 207-563-2619E-mail: twilliams@exactdispensing.comWebsite: www.exactdispensing.comContact Person: Todd WilliamsMeter/Mix/Dispense systems for epoxies, urethanes(standard & foam) and silicones. Applicationsinclude end cap molding/sealing, HEPAframe sealing and filter gasketing. Centrifugalmolding sytems for HEPA and NIOSH filters.Nordson Corporation11475 Lakefield DriveDuluth, GA 30097Ph: 800-683-2314 • Fax: 866-667-3329E-mail: adhesiveleads@nordson.comWebsite: www.nordson.comwww.filtnews.com • August 2010 • 45

Nordson dispensing systems help improve productivityand quality of media lamination and filterassembly. Whether dispensing adhesives,polyamides, urethanes or other high-performancematerials, Nordson systems help reducecosts and make production more efficient.Sealant Equipment & Engineering, Inc.45677 Helm StreetPlymouth, MI 48170Ph: 734-459-8600 • Fax: 734-459-8686E-mail: sales@sealantequipment.comWebsite: www.sealantequipment.comPrecision meter-mix-dispense systems and No-Drip®, Snuf-Bak Dispense Valves manufacturerfor filter end-cap applications. Dispense two-componentpolyurethanes, epoxies and one-componentplastisol-type materials. Over 38 years ofdispensing technology experience. Expert technicalstart-up and support team. Two-year warrantyincluded. ISO 9001:2000 registered.MINI PLEAT:A2Z Filtration SpecialitiesPrivate LimitedDesign Centre & Manufacturing FacilityD-1, Infocity, Phase-2, Sector-33Gurgaon-122001, IndiaPh: +91 (124) 478 8700Fax: +91 (124) 400 1388Skype ID: a2zfiltrationE-mail: marketing@a2zfiltration.comE-mail: a2zfiltration@airtelmail.inE-mail: a2zfiltration@vsnl.netWebsite: www.a2zfiltration.comUndertake Pleating of glass fibre & polyester filtermedia with Hotmelt bead spacing Models: Rangefrom working width 200mm to 1500mm with PleatDepth Range from 12mm to 150mm. Available onboth blade & rotary platforms.NANOFIBER FILTER MEDIA:nWebTM by eSpin Technologies, Inc.7151 Discovery DriveChattanooga, TN 37416Ph: 423-267-NANO (6266)Fax: 423-267-6265Email: Info@eSpinTechnologies.comWebsite: www.eSpinTechnologies.comContact Person: Fallon SkinnerFSkinner@eSpinTechnologies.comnWebTM non-woven nanofiber media featuressuperior filtration properties. Available as roll filtermedia, nWebTM media is customizable forboth air and liquid filtration applications. Providesexceptional sub-micron particle filtration fora variety of end uses and OEM applications.NETTING:DelStar Technologies, Inc.Corporate Headquarters601 Industrial DriveMiddletown, DE 19709Ph: 302-378-8888 • Fax: 302-378-4482Toll-Free: 1-800-521-6713E-mail: info@delstarinc.comWebsite: www.delstarinc.comContact Person: Tim JohnsonDelStar Technologies manufactures a diverse collectionof thermoplastic filtration products madefrom a variety of high-performance, engineeringgraderesins. Roll-Good product lines include Naltex®extruded netting, Delnet® apertured films,DelPore® meltblown nonwovens and Stratex®laminate composites. The Coretec® line includesan extensive collection of extruded cores, rods,tubes and machined shapes made from plasticand steel. Manufacturing operations and sales officesare located throughout the United States, inthe UK and in China.DelStar International, Ltd.3a Osprey CourtHawkfield Business ParkBristol BS14 0BB EnglandPh: + 44 (0) 1454.613.991Fax: + 44 (0) 1454.614.700DelStar Asia PacificRoom 907, Suite COriental International PlazaNo. 85, Lou Shan Guan RoadShanghai, 200336, P.R.C.Ph: + (86) (21) 6278.7677 orPh: + (86) (21) 6278.7659Fax: + (86) (21) 6278.7679Industrial Netting7681 Setzler Parkway NorthMinneapolis, MN 55445Ph: 763-496-6355 • Fax: 763-496-6356Toll Free: 800-328-8456E-mail: info@industrialnetting.comWebsite: www.industrialnetting.comContact Person: Sheila KatuskyWorld’s largest selection of plastic netting, rigid extrudedmesh tubes and woven mesh custom convertedto your specifications. Sonically weldedtube overwraps using nonwovens, woven mesh orfine mesh netting available upon request.NONWOVENS:DelStar Technologies, Inc.Corporate Headquarters601 Industrial DriveMiddletown, DE 19709Ph: 302-378-8888 • Fax: 302-378-4482Toll-Free: 1-800-521-671346 • August 2010 • www.filtnews.comE-mail: info@delstarinc.comWebsite: www.delstarinc.comContact Person: Tim JohnsonDelStar Technologies manufactures a diverse collectionof thermoplastic filtration products madefrom a variety of high-performance, engineeringgraderesins. Roll-Good product lines include Naltex®extruded netting, Delnet® apertured films,DelPore® meltblown nonwovens and Stratex®laminate composites. The Coretec® line includesan extensive collection of extruded cores, rods,tubes and machined shapes made from plasticand steel. Manufacturing operations and sales officesare located throughout the United States, inthe UK and in China.DelStar International, Ltd.3a Osprey CourtHawkfield Business ParkBristol BS14 0BB EnglandPh: + 44 (0) 1454.613.991Fax: + 44 (0) 1454.614.700DelStar Asia PacificRoom 907, Suite COriental International PlazaNo. 85, Lou Shan Guan RoadShanghai, 200336, P.R.C.Ph: + (86) (21) 6278.7677 orPh: + (86) (21) 6278.7659Fax: + (86) (21) 6278.7679NONWOVEN COTTON:FiberCo, Inc.1300 Eden Drive/ PO Box 14728Ft. Worth, TX 76117Ph: 800-828-3778 • Fax: 817-834-2042E-mail: raljoe@aol.com • Website:www.fiberco.comContact Person: Ron AljoeDirect Ph: 214-488-8413Nonwoven Cotton, Polyester & Wool manufacturer.In business 40 + yearsODOR REMOVAL:Dynamic Air Quality SolutionsP.O. Box 1258Princeton, NJ 08542Ph: 866-810-9202 • Fax: 479-452-0012E-mail: rgoodfellow@dynamicaqs.comWebsite: www.dynamicAQS.comDynamic Air Quality Solutions manufacturescommercial, industrial and residential high-efficiencyair cleaning systems that save energyand reduce operating costs. Proud partner ofASHRAE headquarters renewal project.PERFORATED PRODUCTS:Metalex1530 Artalus Pkwy.,PO Box 399Libertyville, IL 60048

Ph: 847-362-8300 • Ph: 800-323-0792Fax: 847-362-7939Website: www.metlx.comContact Person: Rick MathysNorth America’s largest & most versatile manufacturerof expanded metal now offers perforatedproducts to meet your filtration needs. In addition,we also offer perforated and louvered spiral tubes,perforated welded tubes & stamping products.PERFORATED TUBES:Beverlin Mfg. Co.3515 Raleigh Drive SEGrand Rapids, MI 49512Ph: 616-949-5990 Fax: 616-949-0873Website: www.beverlinmfg.comContact Persons: Sales at BeverlinPerforated Tubes, Inc.4850 East Fulton StreetAda, MI 49301-9108Ph: 616-942-4550 • Fax: 616-942-2121E-Mail: ddoezema@perftubes.comContact Persons: Dave DoezemaPerforated Tubes, Inc. is one of the world’s leadingmanufacturers of perforated tube technology. Weprovide quality tubes for filtration, oil and gas applications,well completions, automotive, and othermanufacturing applications. For more information,please visit our website: www.perftubes.comPLASTIC FILTRATION COMPONENTS:DelStar Technologies, Inc.Corporate Headquarters601 Industrial DriveMiddletown, DE 19709Ph: 302-378-8888 • Fax: 302-378-4482Toll-Free: 1-800-521-6713E-mail: info@delstarinc.comWebsite: www.delstarinc.comContact Person: Tim JohnsonDelStar Technologies manufactures a diverse collectionof thermoplastic filtration products madefrom a variety of high-performance, engineeringgraderesins. Roll-Good product lines include Naltex®extruded netting, Delnet® apertured films,DelPore® meltblown nonwovens and Stratex®laminate composites. The Coretec® line includesan extensive collection of extruded cores, rods,tubes and machined shapes made from plasticand steel. Manufacturing operations and sales officesare located throughout the United States, inthe UK and in China.DelStar International, Ltd.3a Osprey CourtHawkfield Business ParkBristol BS14 0BB EnglandPh: + 44 (0) 1454.613.991Fax: + 44 (0) 1454.614.700DelStar Asia PacificRoom 907, Suite COriental International PlazaNo. 85, Lou Shan Guan RoadShanghai, 200336, P.R.C.Ph: + (86) (21) 6278.7677 orPh: + (86) (21) 6278.7659Fax: + (86) (21) 6278.7679Industrial Netting7681 Setzler Parkway NorthMinneapolis, MN 55445Ph: 763-496-6355 • Fax: 763-496-6356Toll Free: 800-328-8456E-mail: info@industrialnetting.comWebsite: www.industrialnetting.comContact Person: Sheila KatuskyWorld’s largest selection of plastic netting, rigidextruded mesh tubes and woven mesh customconverted to your specifications. Sonically weldedtube overwraps using nonwovens, woven mesh orfine mesh netting available upon request..PLASTIC NETTING AND TUBING:DelStar Technologies, Inc.Corporate Headquarters601 Industrial DriveMiddletown, DE 19709Ph: 302-378-8888 • Fax: 302-378-4482Toll-Free: 1-800-521-6713www.filtnews.com • August 2010 • 47

E-mail: info@delstarinc.comWebsite: www.delstarinc.comContact Person: Tim JohnsonDelStar Technologies manufactures a diverse collectionof thermoplastic filtration products madefrom a variety of high-performance, engineeringgraderesins. Roll-Good product lines include Naltex®extruded netting, Delnet® apertured films,DelPore® meltblown nonwovens and Stratex®laminate composites. The Coretec® line includesan extensive collection of extruded cores, rods,tubes and machined shapes made from plasticand steel. Manufacturing operations and sales officesare located throughout the United States, inthe UK and in China.DelStar International, Ltd.3a Osprey CourtHawkfield Business ParkBristol BS14 0BB EnglandPh: + 44 (0) 1454.613.991Fax: + 44 (0) 1454.614.700DelStar Asia PacificRoom 907, Suite COriental International PlazaNo. 85, Lou Shan Guan RoadShanghai, 200336, P.R.C.Ph: + (86) (21) 6278.7677 orPh: + (86) (21) 6278.7659Fax: + (86) (21) 6278.7679Industrial Netting7681 Setzler Parkway NorthMinneapolis, MN 55445Ph: 763-496-6355 • Fax: 763-496-6356Toll Free: 800-328-8456E-mail: info@industrialnetting.comWebsite: www.industrialnetting.comContact Person: Sheila KatuskyWorld’s largest selection of plastic netting, rigid extrudedmesh tubes and woven mesh custom convertedto your specifications. Sonically weldedtube overwraps using nonwovens, woven mesh orfine mesh netting available upon request.PLEATED CUSTOM:FilterCor Inc.7932 Ajay DriveSun Valley, CA 91352Ph: 1-800-Filter5 • Fax: 818-252-7476E-mail: info@filtercor.comWebsite: www.filtercor.comContact Person: Roger HollanderManufacturers of wound, carbon and pleated filters.Wound filters are available in variety of lengths andporosities. Pleated filters can be manufactured instandard or custom sizes. Carbon filters for drinkingand industrial water.PLEATED FILTERS:FilterCor Inc.7932 Ajay DriveSun Valley, CA 91352Ph: 1-800-Filter5 • Fax: 818-252-7476E-mail: info@filtercor.comWebsite: www.filtercor.comContact Person: Roger HollanderManufacturers of wound, carbon and pleated filters.Wound filters are available in variety oflengths and porosities. Pleated filters can bemanufactured in standard or custom sizes.Carbon filters for drinking and industrial water.PLEATERS - BLADE TYPE:JCEM USACNC Blade Pleaters11201 Ampere Court • Louisville, KY 40299Ph: 502-261-8222 • Fax: 502-261-8225E-mail: chris.lyons@jcemusa.comWebsite: www.jcemusa.comContact Person: Chris LyonsJCEM USA’s High Performance CNC BladePleater is designed for manufacturers of pleatedfilters who demand, speed, accuracy and efficiency.The CNC pleater is totally camless, requiringno manual adjustments and is Windowsoperated. Features include the ability to pleat upto 250 pleats per minute, with pleat heights to 5-7/8” and widths to 94-1/2”.PLEATING CUSTOM:CROYBILT11201 Ampere CourtLouisville, KY 40299Ph: 502-261-8222 • Fax: 502-261-8225E-mail: info@croybilt.comWebsite: www.croybilt.comContact Person: Chris LyonsCroybilt Pleating EquipmentServo controlled Rotary PleatersPusher Bar Pleaters 1”- 2” pleatsHot Melt Mini Pleaters9 used pleaters, along with other used machineryCustom Filter LLC401 Hankes AvenueAurora, IL 60505Ph: 630-906-2100 • Fax 630-906-0136E-mail: sales@customfilter.netWebsite: www.customfilter.net48 • August 2010 • www.filtnews.comCustom Filter’s pleating capabilities include abroad range of technologies and the ability topleat difficult materials. Our state-of-the-artequipment is designed to meet your specific requirements,including mini-pleats (thread or hotmelt separators), self supported media, multi-layeredcomposites, over-the-pleat tip hot melt separators,etc. Water jet precision cutting isavailable. Please contact us with your pleatingneeds. ISO registered 9001:2008.JCEM USACNC Blade Pleaters11201 Ampere Court • Louisville, KY 40299Ph: 502-261-8222 • Fax: 502-261-8225E-mail: chris.lyons@jcemusa.comWebsite: www.jcemusa.comContact Person: Chris LyonsJCEM USA’s High Performance CNC BladePleater is designed for manufacturers of pleatedfilters who demand, speed, accuracy and efficiency.The CNC pleater is totally camless, requiringno manual adjustments and is Windowsoperated. Features include the ability to pleat upto 250 pleats per minute, with pleat heights to 5-7/8” and widths to 94-1/2”.PLEATING MACHINE:A2Z Filtration SpecialitiesPrivate LimitedDesign Centre & Manufacturing FacilityD-1, Infocity, Phase-2, Sector-33Gurgaon-122001, IndiaPh: +91 (124) 478 8700Fax: +91 (124) 400 1388Skype ID: a2zfiltrationE-mail: marketing@a2zfiltration.comE-mail: a2zfiltration@airtelmail.inE-mail: a2zfiltration@vsnl.netWebsite: www.a2zfiltration.comA2Z Filtration manufactures a range of BladePleaters from the top of the line Intelligent Pleater toCam driven Automatic and Economy modelPleaters. Each offers excellent value in various segmentsand for various applications in the filter industries.Each Blade Pleater is able to do “W”, StepPleats etc. and can offer customized pleat solutions.PLEATING MACHINERY:CROYBILT11201 Ampere CourtLouisville, KY 40299Ph: 502-261-8222 • Fax: 502-261-8225E-mail: info@croybilt.comWebsite: www.croybilt.comContact Person: Chris LyonsCroybilt Pleating Equipment

Servo controlled Rotary PleatersPusher Bar Pleaters 1”- 2” pleatsHot Melt Mini Pleaters9 used pleaters, along with other used machineryFiltration Technology Systems4239 Earnings WayNew Albany, IN 47150Ph: 812-944-9368 • Fax: 812-944-7237E-mail: brian@filtrationtech.comWebsite: www.filtrationtech.comContact Person: Brian A. MorrisFrom entry-level pleat & disposable lines to automatedturnkey production we have equipmentfor every level of production or we can design tofit you specific needs. See what we have to offer.www.filtrationtech.comGenuine Machine Design, Inc.509 East Drexel ParkwayRensselaer, IN 47978 USAPh: 219-866-8060 • Fax: 219-866-5611E-mail: phil@gmdmachinery.comWebsite: www.gmdmachinery.comContact Person: Phil AlbrechtLook to GMD for your machinery needs. Ourcustom made machines are designed for HVACproduction, High-Speed pad cutting, In-cabin airfilter production, HEPA pleating, Mini-pleat productionor can be custom designed to meet yourFilter production needs.JCEM USACNC Blade Pleaters11201 Ampere Court • Louisville, KY 40299Ph: 502-261-8222 • Fax: 502-261-8225E-mail: chris.lyons@jcemusa.comWebsite: www.jcemusa.comContact Person: Chris LyonsJCEM USA’s High Performance CNC BladePleater is designed for manufacturers of pleatedfilters who demand, speed, accuracy and efficiency.The CNC pleater is totally camless, requiringno manual adjustments and is Windowsoperated. Features include the ability to pleat upto 250 pleats per minute, with pleat heights to 5-7/8” and widths to 94-1/2”.Spati Industries10 Kenner StreetLudlow, KY 41016Ph: 859-291-1404 • Fax: 859-291-0393E-mail: info@spatiindustries.comWebsite: www.spatiindustries.comContact Person: Diane BerberichSpati designs and builds a complete line of pleatingmachinery and associated filtration machineryfor filter manufacturing companies throughout theworld. As a specialist in the filtration industry, wecombine technology and practical experiences tooffer efficient, sturdy machinery that will increaseproductivity and enhance ease of operation.WESMAXCustom Machinery Inc.233 Warfield AvenueVenice, FL 34292Ph: 941-485-3426 • Fax: 941-485-3426Website: www.wesmaxpleater.comContact Person: Wes MicekWESMAX High Performance Pusher Bar Pleaters -operator-friendly and built to last! Our pleaters combinethe highest value with more standard featuressuch as low base price, high performance and easeof operation. Our machines also increase productivityby reducing set up time from hours to minuteswith our Quick Change features. Rely on WesmaxMachinery to increase your profits with equipmentthat offers 98% up time. All equipment is custom-designed& engineered and built to your specifications.www.filtnews.com • August 2010 • 49

PLEATING SCORING:CROYBILT11201 Ampere CourtLouisville, KY 40299Ph: 502-261-8222 • Fax: 502-261-8225E-mail: info@croybilt.comWebsite: www.croybilt.comContact Person: Chris LyonsCroybilt Pleating EquipmentServo controlled Rotary PleatersPusher Bar Pleaters 1”- 2” pleatsHot Melt Mini Pleaters9 used pleaters, along with other used machineryJCEM USACNC Blade Pleaters11201 Ampere Court • Louisville, KY 40299Ph: 502-261-8222 • Fax: 502-261-8225E-mail: chris.lyons@jcemusa.comWebsite: www.jcemusa.comContact Person: Chris LyonsJCEM USA’s High Performance CNC Blade Pleateris designed for manufacturers of pleated filters whodemand, speed, accuracy and efficiency. The CNCpleater is totally camless, requiring no manual adjustmentsand is Windows operated. Features includethe ability to pleat up to 250 pleats per minute,with pleat heights to 5-7/8” and widths to 94-1/2”.PLEATERS ROTARY TYPE:A2Z Filtration SpecialitiesPrivate LimitedDesign Centre & Manufacturing FacilityD-1, Infocity, Phase-2, Sector-33Gurgaon-122001, IndiaPh: +91 (124) 478 8700Fax: +91 (124) 400 1388Skype ID: a2zfiltrationE-mail: marketing@a2zfiltration.comE-mail: a2zfiltration@airtelmail.inE-mail: a2zfiltration@vsnl.netWebsite: www.a2zfiltration.comA2Z variable depth Rotary Pleaters are designedto produce different pleat depths without changingthe indenting rolls. These Rotary Pleaterscan produce Conventional, Pleat Lock, Dimple,Zig Zag type pleats.REVERSE OSMOSIS PRE-FILTRATION:Global Filter, LLC7201 Mt. Vernon Rd. SECedar Rapids, IA 52403Ph: 319-743-0110 • Fax: 319-743-0220Toll Free: 877-603-1003E-mail: todd@globalfiltercorp.comWebsite: www.globalfiltercorp.comContact Person: Todd YounggreenGlobal Filter LLC is a manufacturer of High PurityPleated Filter Cartridges, Polypropylene MeltblownFilter Cartridges and Stainless Steel Filter Housings.In addition to our standard product line; Global Filteralso offers custom filtration solutions for almost anytype of industrial or high purity application. Pleasecontact Global filter, LLC for your filtration needs.REWINDERS:Elsner Engineering Works, Inc.475 Fame AvenueHanover, PA 17331Ph: 717-637-5991 • Fax: 717-633-7100E-mail: eew@elsnereng.comWebsite: www.elsnereng.comContact Person:Jay Roth, Regional Sales ManagerDesigners and manufacturers of special machineryfor rewinding and folding filter media andother related paper and non-woven products.Founded in 1934, Elsner serves and supportsover 2400 machines in nearly 60 countries.SEPARATORS:SpinTek Filtration, Inc.10863 Portal DriveLos Alamitos, CA 90720Ph: 714-236-9190 • Fax: 714-236-9196E-Mail: pkirk@spintek.comWebsite: www.spintek.comContact Person: Patricia A. KirkSpinTek specializes in engineered systems andsolutions for difficult membrane/media separations.Products include innovative coalescersand media filters for mining; oil fields; rotarymembrane systems and tubular membrane modulesfor nuclear and hazardous waste.STRAINER IN-LINE:Orival Inc.Water Filters213 S. Van Brunt StreetEnglewood, NJ 07631E-mail: filters@orival.comPh: 201-568-3311 • Fax: 201-568-1916Toll Free: 1-800-567-9767Website: WWW.ORIVAL.COMContact Person: Reuven SchwartzOrival Filters protect heat exchangers and preventclogging of nozzles, tubes and other narrowpassages by removing dirt particles down to micronsize, of any specific gravity, from oncethroughand recirculating cooling water systems.Line pressure powered, the filter cleans itselfwithout external power, and does not interrupt50 • August 2010 • www.filtnews.comsystem flow. Installs easily in any position, evenupside down. Individual units available from 10-12,000 gpm.TESTING:Sensor Products Inc.300 Madison AvenueMadison, NJ 07940Ph: 973-428-8985 • Fax: 973-884-1699E-mail: Sales@sensorprod.comWebsite: www.sensorprod.comContact Person: Vadim ShalytSensor Products Inc. is a world leader in the manufactureand distribution of tactile pressure-sensingsolutions. Their sensors are used in a varietyof industrial applications. Sensor Products alsoprovides stress and pressure mapping analysis.TESTING FILTRATION:IFTS Liquid Filter Testing Services43 Commerce StreetSpringfield, NJ 07081Ph: 973-912-5261 • Fax: 973-912-5244Website: www.ifts-sls.comIndependent ISO 17025 Certified testing and researchcenter. 30+ years of filter testing experience.Test all stamdards: SAE, ISO, ASTM, BC,CEN, DIN, Single Pass, Multi-Pass, Cyclic,Burst...Testing Filters for All Liquids: Fuels, Lubricants,Hydraulic Fluid, Water...Industries: Automotive,Nuclear, Fluid Power, Aerospace,Pharma, Industrial WaterTESTING LABORATORY:IFTS Liquid Filter Testing Services43 Commerce StreetSpringfield, NJ 07081Ph: 973-912-5261 • Fax: 973-912-5244Website: www.ifts-sls.comIndependent ISO 17025 Certified testing center.15 automated multi filtration test stands. ASTM,ISO, BS, CEN, DIN JIS and SAE compliand.Testing: fuels, lubricants. Hydraulic fluid, water.Single pass, multi pass, cyclic, efficiency, burst.ULTRAFILTRATION MEMBRANES:SpinTek Filtration, Inc.10863 Portal DriveLos Alamitos, CA 90720Ph: 714-236-9190 • Fax: 714-236-9196E-Mail: pkirk@spintek.comWebsite: www.spintek.com

Contact Person: Patricia A. KirkSpinTek specializes in engineered systems andsolutions for difficult membrane/media separations.Products include innovative coalescersand media filters for mining; oil fields; rotarymembrane systems and tubular membrane modulesfor nuclear and hazardous waste.ULTRASONIC BONDING:Chase Machine & Engineering Inc.324 Washington Street, PO Box 1334West Warwick, RI 02893Ph: 401-821-8879 • Fax: 401-823-5543E-mail: guygil@chasemachine.comWebsite: www.chasemachine.comContact Person: Guy GilCustom machinery builders for air, liquid, andmembrane filtration. We manufacture to precisespecifications resulting in more efficient andcost-effective production. We also provide customerservice for the life of the machine.West Warwick, RI 02893Ph: 401-821-8879 • Fax: 401-823-5543E-mail: guygil@chasemachine.comWebsite: www.chasemachine.comContact Person: Guy GilCustom machinery builders for air, liquid, andmembrane filtration. We manufacture to precisespecifications resulting in more efficient andcost-effective production. We also provide customerservice for the life of the machine.URETHANE DISPENSING EQUIPMENT:Exact Dispensing Systems1130 US Rt.1Newcastle, Maine 04553Ph: 207-563-2299 • Fax: 207-563-2619E-mail: twilliams@exactdispensing.comWebsite: www.exactdispensing.comContact Person: Todd WilliamsMeter/Mix/Dispense systems for epoxies, urethanes(standard & foam) and silicones. Applica-Herrmann Ultrasonics, Inc.1261 Hardt CircleBartlett, IL 60103Ph: 630-626-1626 • Fax: 630-736-7514E-mail: info@herrmannultrasonics.comWebsite: www.herrmannultrasonics.comContact Persons: Uwe PeregiHerrmann Ultrasonics, Inc. offers applications forcontinuous production in the fields of bonding,laminating, embossing, perforating, sewing andcutting of nonwoven, foils, paper and filter materials.Superior lab capabilities are available atour facility in Bartlett, ILSonobond Ultrasonics1191 McDermott DriveWest Chester, PA 19380E-mail: sales@sonobondultrasonics.comWebsite: www.sonobondultrasonics.comPh: 610-696-4710 • Fax: 610-692-0674Toll Free: 1- 800-323-1269Contact Person: Janet Devine, Pres.Manufacturer of ultrasonic cutting and bondingequipment to assemble filtration products. Theunits cut and/or seal in one pass, can be usedon varying thicknesses or layers, and operatewithout the use of consumables.ULTRASONIC CUSTOM MACHINERY BUILDING:Chase Machine & Engineering Inc.324 Washington Street, PO Box 1334www.filtnews.com • August 2010 • 51

tions include end cap molding/sealing, HEPAframe sealing and filter gasketing. Centrifugalmolding sytems for HEPA and NIOSH filters.Nordson Corporation11475 Lakefield DriveDuluth, GA 30097Ph: 800-683-2314 • Fax: 866-667-3329E-mail: adhesiveleads@nordson.comWebsite: www.nordson.comNordson dispensing systems help improve productivityand quality of media lamination and filterassembly. Whether dispensing adhesives,polyamides, urethanes or other high-performancematerials, Nordson systems help reducecosts and make production more efficient.Sealant Equipment & Engineering, Inc.45677 Helm StreetPlymouth, MI 48170Ph: 734-459-8600 • Fax: 734-459-8686E-mail: sales@sealantequipment.comWebsite: www.sealantequipment.comPrecision meter-mix-dispense systems and No-Drip®, Snuf-Bak Dispense Valves manufacturerfor filter end-cap applications. Dispense two-componentpolyurethanes, epoxies and one-componentplastisol-type materials. Over 38 years ofdispensing technology experience. Expert technicalstart-up and support team. Two-year warrantyincluded. ISO 9001:2000 registered.USED PLEATERS:CROYBILT11201 Ampere CourtLouisville, KY 40299Ph: 502-261-8222 • Fax: 502-261-8225E-mail: info@croybilt.comWebsite: www.croybilt.comContact Person: Chris LyonsCroybilt Pleating EquipmentServo controlled Rotary PleatersPusher Bar Pleaters 1”- 2” pleatsHot Melt Mini Pleaters9 used pleaters, along with other used machineryWATER FILTRATION:FilterCor Inc.7932 Ajay DriveSun Valley, CA 91352Ph: 1-800-Filter5 • Fax: 818-252-7476E-mail: info@filtercor.comWebsite: www.filtercor.comContact Person: Roger HollanderManufacturers of wound, carbon and pleated filters.Wound filters are available in variety oflengths and porosities. Pleated filters can bemanufactured in standard or custom sizes. Carbonfilters for drinking and industrial water.Global Filter, LLC7201 Mt. Vernon Rd. SECedar Rapids, IA 52403Ph: 319-743-0110 • Fax: 319-743-0220Toll Free: 877-603-1003E-mail: todd@globalfiltercorp.comWebsite: www.globalfiltercorp.comContact Person: Todd YounggreenGlobal Filter LLC is a manufacturer of High PurityPleated Filter Cartridges, PolypropyleneMeltblown Filter Cartridges and Stainless SteelFilter Housings. In addition to our standard productline; Global Filter also offers custom filtrationsolutions for almost any type of industrial or highpurity application. Please contact Global filter,LLC for your filtration needs.Graver Technologies200 Lake DriveGlasgow, DE 19702 USAPh: 302-731-1700 • Fax: 302-731-1707Toll Free: 1-800-249-1990E-mail: info@gravertech.comWebsite: www.gravertech.comContact Person: Betty WellsGraver Technologies delivers products that facilitateand enhance separation, purification, andprocess filtration. Our product scope includes:replacement filter elements, pleat packs, activatedcarbon, filter cartridges, coalescers, ASMEhousings, and filtration skids. We produce productsunder our own brand names, as well as forOEMs and private label customers.Orival Inc.Water Filters213 S. Van Brunt StreetEnglewood, NJ 07631E-mail: filters@orival.comPh: 201-568-3311 • Fax: 201-568-1916Toll Free: 1-800-567-9767Website: WWW.ORIVAL.COMContact Person: Reuven SchwartzOrival Filters protect heat exchangers and preventclogging of nozzles, tubes and other narrow passagesby removing dirt particles down to micronsize, of any specific gravity, from once-through andrecirculating cooling water systems. Line pressurepowered, the filter cleans itself without externalpower, and does not interrupt system flow. Installseasily in any position, even upside down. Individualunits available from 10-12,000 gpm.52 • August 2010 • www.filtnews.comVAF Filtration Systems, LTD5270 Marshall StreetArvada, CO 80002Ph: 303-425-4242 • Fax: 303-425-0112E-mail: sales@valveandfilter.comWebsite: www.valveandfilter.comContact Person: Steve SpringerEngineer and Manufacturer of individual, modularand skid mounted automatic self-cleaning filtrationsystems. 316 Stainless body and screenconstruction provides superior componentlongevity. Unlimited flows; 1500 to 10 micron filtrationavailable. Made in USAWATER TESTING INSTRUMENT:Myron L Company2450 Impala DriveCarlsbad, CA 92010Ph: 760-438-2021 • Fax: 760-931-9189E-mail: sales@myronl.comWebsite: www.myronl.comContact Person: Kathryn RobinsonMyron L Company manufacturers reliable highperformance handheld meters and inline monitor/controllersfor process control and water qualitymonitoring in diverse applications with widelyvarying ranges for Conductivity, Resistivity, TDS,ORP/Free Chlorine, pH and Temperature.WIRE MESH:G. Bopp USA Inc.4 Bill Horton WayWappingers Falls, NY 12590Ph: 845-296-1065 • Fax: 845-296-1282E-mail: infousa@bopp.comWebsite: www.bopp.comWorld-renowned manufacturer commands thelargest capacity for fine wire weaving and fabricatedcomponents in multi-layered sintered,square, beta & filter meshes, in various weavesand alloys including: stainless steel, heat resistantsteels, CrNi, nickel, monel, copper, aluminum,titanium and precious metals.ISO 9001:2008/DFARS CompliantWOUND CARTRIDGE MACHINERY:Be a Maverick Wind Your Own FiltersAmarillo, TXPh: 806-383-3833 • Fax: 806-355-0105E-mail: kathy@filterwinders.comWebsite: www.filterwinders.comContact Person: Kathy McAlister

Maverick Manufacturing, manufactures continuouswound filter winding machines. These machinesproduce filter cartridges used in all aspects of liquidfiltration, such as pre-filters to R/O membrane,units in desalination plants, petroleum, chemical,and water applications.WOVEN FABRICS, WIRE:G. Bopp USA Inc.4 Bill Horton WayWappingers Falls, NY 12590Ph: 845-296-1065 • Fax: 845-296-1282E-mail: infousa@bopp.comWebsite: www.bopp.comWorld-renowned manufacturer commands thelargest capacity for fine wire weaving and fabricatedcomponents in multi-layered sintered,square, beta & filter meshes, in various weavesand alloys including: stainless steel, heat resistantsteels, CrNi, nickel, monel, copper, aluminum,titanium and precious metals.ISO 9001:2008/DFARS CompliantNew York Wire CompanyPO Box 866Mt. Wolf, Pennsylvania 17347Ph: 717-266-5626 • Fax: 717-266-5871Website: www.newyorkwire.comE-mail: rhertz@newyorkwire.comContact Person: Ray HertzNew York Wire is a leading producer and supplierof Woven Wire Mesh, Support Mesh, and FiltrationGrade Mesh in Stainless Steel, GalvanizedSteel, Aluminum, Epoxy Coated Steel and Aluminum,Bronze and Fiberglass. Products are suppliedin custom slit coils, die-cut pieces, or straightcut pieces. Annealing provided through state ofthe art furnaces. New looms for heavy grademesh recently added. ISO 9001-2000 Certified.PHIFER IncorporatedP.O. Box 1700Tuscaloosa, AL 35403-1700Ph: 205-345-2120 • Fax: 205-750-4890E-mail: info@phifer.comContact Persons: Greg RhodenAluminum, steel, bronze, vinyl-coated fiberglassand polyester meshes for filtration. Broad meshranges, precision slitting and custom packaging.Custom annealing and epoxy, polyester andacrylic coatings for aluminum, steel and bronzemesh. ISO registered.Phoenix Wire Cloth, Inc.585 Stephenson Hwy., P.O. Box 610Troy, MI 48083Ph: 800-458-3286 • Fax: 248-585-4121E-Mail: pwci@flash.netContact Person: Bill HolmesWoven or welded wire cloth of imported or domesticmanufacture. Domestic weaving specializingin short run odd alloy materials. Servicesavailable: slitting, cut pieces, fabricated baskets,machine guarding. One of the largest USA stocks.visit us on the web www.phoenixwirecloth.comUnique Wire Weaving Co., Inc.762 Ramsey AveHillside, NJ 07205Ph: 908-688-4600 • Fax: 908-688-4601E-mail: hgabriel@uniquewire.comWebsite: www.uniquewire.comContact Person: Howard GabrielWire Cloth manufacturing specialist sence 1946.Weaving wire from 0.0008” to 0.032” diameter, inspecialty metals including Hastelloy, Inconel,Monel, Nickel, Stainless, Tantalum, and Titanium.Unique offers stock inventory, customweaving and fabrications. R&D and prototypework welcome.www.filtnews.com • August 2010 • 53

Association | NewsWhitehouse Scientific to Sponsor 2010Filtration Society Conference on Filter TestingDr. Graham Rideal (middle) along with Chester’s Town Criers are ready for theFiltration Society meeting in October.54 • August 2010 • www.filtnews.comWhitehouse Scientific willbe a leading sponsor forthe Filtration Society’sannual conference and exhibition,which this year covers, filter testing.The conference will take place on October13, 2010 in Chester, U.K., and bypopular demand, the main one-dayevent will be preceded by a shortcourse and workshop.The Filtration Society’s conferencesalways attract world leaders in theirfield. Keynote speakers are ProfessorRichard Wakeman (Short Course),Mark Crooks (TSI) and Dr. ChristophePeuchot (IFTS, France) for the mainconference. A full technical programwill be published on the society’s website:www.filtsoc.org.This year’s short course will introducethe fundamental principles of filtertesting. Understanding particlesizing methods, and the informationthey produce, is integral to nearly allfiltration processes. The course aims tofirst establish the generic filter mostsuitable for a given application, beforediscussing performance tests, such asporosity, pore size, dirt holding capacityand integrity testing. It will cover theneed for testing; differentiating betweenmedia testing and filter systemtesting in both wet and dry applications;fundamental mechanisms of filtration;and the classification of filtermedia. Most importantly, the selectioncriteria for a filtration process will bediscussed – a topical subject because somuch money can be lost by using inappropriatefilter systems.Throughout the course of the day, allthe themes highlighted in the introductorysession will be developed andexemplified. These discussions will culminatewith a review of the wide arrayof international standards that apply inthe filtration industry. Participants willalso have hands-on access to a range ofleading testing equipment for close inspection.An accompanying trade exhibition,focusing entirely on filter media andtesting equipment, will feature a miniposter session for each exhibitor. Oneof the most popular sessions allows exhibitorsto describe key features of theirinstruments in a 5 minute “technologyburst.” This format generates a realbuzz in both the lecture theater and inthe exhibition hall afterwards.Based in historic Chester, conferenceparticipants will be well placed to investigatethe beautiful medieval citycenter. With a complete circle ofRoman walls, an amphitheatre and astunning cathedral, Chester is one ofthe most popular tourist destinations inthe UK. Formed in London in 1964, theFiltration Society is a charitable organizationand has equally strong linkswith industry and academia. Its objectivesare to promote research and development,and transfer existingtechnologies into new areas in the fieldof filtration and separation.Whitehouse Scientific has been producingcalibration microspheres formore than 25 years. Founder and managingdirector Dr. Graham Rideal is apast chairman of The Filtration Society,and is now active as its ScienceCorrespondent. He is a member of theEditorial Advisory Board for InternationalFiltration News magazine in theUnited States.ABOUT WHITEHOUSE SCIENTIFICWhitehouse Scientific is a leading producerof glass microspheres for calibrationand is the highest-ranking Europeancertification laboratory for primary methodsof particle size analysis. The company’sstandards cover all particle-sizingtechniques including laser diffraction,Coulter methods, optical sizing, sieve calibrationand image analysis. Most of thesereference materials are NIST-traceable.They range in size from 0.1 micron to5.0 millimeters and are available as singlesizes or broad distribution standards.In addition, Whitehouse offers aunique calibration procedure for NISTtraceablemeasurement of filter aperturesbetween 3 and 1,000 microns, andalso produces general-purpose researchFNgrade microspheres.For more information visit: www.filtsoc.orgFor information about Whitehouse Scientific’sfilter testing solutions visit:www.whitehousescientific.com

Product | NewsNew High-Flow Cartridges from RosedaleRosedale Products recently announceda new product lineof cartridge filters. TheHIGH FLOW SERIES is a line of horizontallymounted filter vessels containing1 to 18 large surface area pleatedcartridges in 40 or 60 inch lengths.The HIGH FLOW line boasts flowrates of up to 400 gallons per minutefor each element in select applications.The preferential flow path is insideout,ensuring that the collecting solidsstay inside the filter cartridges as theyare removed.Offered in carbon steel, 304 stainlesssteel, as well as 316 stainless steelconstruction, the units are rated at 150PSI ASME code design. With the largesurface area filter cartridges, a widerrange of applications with hard to handleconditions can benefit from thisversatile product line. Applications includereverse osmosispre-filtering, incomingplant water,and high solid wasteremoval.The lower profileand smaller footprintcan save valuablefloor space whileproviding high flowoperating conditions.The HIGHFLOW SERIES includesline sizes to12 inch ANSIflanged inlet andoutlet connections. The innovative designincludes, an easily accessiblehinged cover for fast cartridge changeout.Filter ratings from 1-100 microns@ 99.9 % efficiency are offered inFNpolypropylene material.Rosedale’s new high flow cartridge filtersFor more information contact:Rosedale Products, Inc.Tel: 1-734-665-8201Fax: 1-734-665-2214Email: danm@rosedaleproducts.comWebsite: www.rosedaleproducts.comwww.filtnews.com • August 2010 • 55

Company | NewsKoch Filter Teams up withSusan G. Komen in Breast Cancer BattleKoch Filtration Corporation willteam up with Susan G. Komenfor the Cure®, the world’slargest breast cancer advocacy organizationthis summer. The mission for KochFiltration is the same as for SGK; to raiseawareness for the disease that affects oneout of eight women during their lifetime.“All Koch associates, our commercialand industrial distributors, the retailbrand AllergyZone and suppliers in NorthAmerica are excited to be part of Komenfor the Cure’s promise to save lives andend breast cancer forever by empoweringpeople, ensuring quality care for all andenergizing science to find the cures, PresidentDavid Koch of Koch Filtration toldInternational Filtration News.Beginning August 2nd thru October31st, 2010, Koch Filter and their supplypartners will launch the “PINK” FiltrationProducts Crafted with Pride” campaignfrom its corporate and manufacturing officein Louisville, Kentucky (additionalmanufacturing sites are Houston, TX. EastGreenville, PA. Rancho Cucamonga, CA).Koch’s Multi-Pleat brand of high efficiencyperforming MERV 8 and MERV-A8 thru MERV 13 air filters will be sold“PINK” in 20 different brands throughoutNorth America starting August 2, 2010through October 31st, 2010 (October isNational Breast Cancer Awarenessmonth). The Multi-Pleat “PINK” air filtersmeet the Koch Green criteria forLEED (leadership, engineering, environmental,design), Reduces Energy Cost,Extends Filter Life Cycles, Conserves Resourcesand Improves Indoor EnvironmentalQuality. Koch Filter is an EnergyStar SPP (service and product provider)and Energy Star Partner. Their productsare UL Certified Class 1 & 2 Standard 900and meet ASHRAE Standard 52.2-1999and 52.2-2007.Mr. Koch said that it was one of hisassociates who brought the attention tothe issue of breast cancer awareness, andfrom there they contacted SGK and becamea corporate sponsor. Since the decisionwas made earlier this summer,company officials have discovered thatsome of their clients have family membersand or employees who are dealingwith this all too common and often devastatingtype of cancer.“We are excited to be part of the SGKbattle, and are planning to repeat thisproject,” Mr. Koch added.“We have been met with much good-56 • August 2010 • www.filtnews.com

will from our suppliers as well. Redesigningmolds and tools for the production ofour filters is no small job and costs quitea bit. But our suppliers pitched in to helpwith this,” he added.While Koch Filtrations product can befound in grocery chains such as Krogers,most of their products are sold to commercialusers and vendors, such as hospitals.Mr. Koch said that he believes thepink filters and the distinct packaging,which ties the filters to SGK, will makemore people think and perhaps join thisimportant battle.Koch Filter Corporation, will donateat least $30,000 from the sale of speciallydesigned HVAC air filtration products tothe Komen organization in support of itspromise to save lives and end breast cancerforever.Corporate Communications Managerat SKG, Jacquelyn Kurio, told InternationalFiltration News that they currentlyhave around 200 corporate sponsors.While many of them are retailers that areknown to consumers, far fewer are manufacturersthat serve other areas not sovisible to every day consumers. Ms. Kuriosaid there also is agood tie-in betweenSKG andKoch Filtration,given that theirproducts promotewellbeing, whichagain is tied togood health.“All fundsraised are helpingus reach our goal.While much is stillto be done, wehave come a longway over the past30 years,” she said,referring to the beginning of SKG.“Cancer knows no stranger. Every 68seconds, somewhere in the world, someonedies from breast cancer. It is the mostprevalent cancer among women today(global breast cancer facts, March 2010).Early detection of breast cancer is criticalfor women of all ages and we couldn’tthink of a better way to bring attention tosuch an important cause by providingconsumers, a High Efficiency Air FilterSGK associates and Koch associates make Pink Filters aheadof this summer’s campaign.that improves the quality of air theybreathe,” said David Koch, President ofFNKoch Filter Corporation.For more information contact:Susan G. Komen for the CureWebsite: www.komen.orgTo order Pink Filters in support of Susan G.Komen please contact an authorized distributorat www.kochfilter.com Tel: 1-800-757-5624www.filtnews.com • August 2010 • 57

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Advertiser IndexPage WebsiteA2Z Filtration Specialities 1 www.a2zfiltration.comAFS Conference page 11 www.afssociety.orgAir Filter, Inc. 15 www.filterusa.comAir Techniques International Inside Back Cover www.atitest.comAscension Industries 24 www.asmfab.comAshby Cross Co. 41 www.ashbycross.comChase Machine and Engineering, Inc. 29 www.chasemachine.comClear Decision Filtration 35 www.cdffilter.comContract Pleating Services 20 www.solentech.comDexmet Corporation 15 www.dexmetfilter.comEd Gregor 31 ecg@egregor.comFilter Cor 55 www.filtercor.comFiltration Technology Sys. 16 www.filtrationtech.comINDA 9 www.inda.orgIndustrial Netting 55 www.industrialnetting.comInterstate Specialty Products 21 www.interstatesp.comINTEX Shanghai 13 info@cnta.orgJadtis Industries 56 www.jadtis.comJCEM-USA 49 www.jcem.chKoch Filter Corporation 5 www.kochfilter.comLawrence Industries, Inc 56 lawrenceindustries@juno.comMagnetool Inc. 57 www.magnetoolinc.comMatrix Separations LLC Back Cover www.matrixseparations.comMetalex 57 www.metlx.comMetcom Inc 10 www.metcomusa.comMyron L Company 53 www.myronl.comOrival Inc. 19 www.orival.comPerCor Mfg. 18 www.percormfg.comPerforated Tubes 47 www.perforatedtubes.comRosedale Prod 7 www.rosedaleproducts.comSealant Equipment 43 www.sealantequipment.comSerfilco Limited 45 www.serfilco.comShelco Filters 37 www.shelco.comSolent Technology Inc. 12 www.solentech.comSonobond Ultrasonic 51 www.sonobond.comSpati Industries, Inc. 23 www.spatiindustries.comSpin Tek Filtration Inside Front Cover www.spintek.comWesmax Custom Machinery, Inc. 33 www.wesmaxpleater.comWhitehouse Scientific 17 www.filtsoc.orgXinxiang Tiancheng Aviation 39 www.tchkjh.comVisit us online: www.filtnews.com60 • August 2010 • www.filtnews.com