International Filtration News

IDA 2022 World Congress
2022-10-09 - 2022-10-13 | International Convention Center Sydney, Sydney, Australia
Taking place in Sydney, Australia, October 9-13, 2022, the theme of the 2022 IDA World Congress is Charting Resilient Water Solutions. To secure a sustainable future, we need to chart progress toward resilient processes, technologies, and communities. Desalination and Water Reuse provide resilient solutions to efficiently meet the growing demand for water, and threats to water security. We encourage and invite you to submit an extended abstract to be considered for inclusion in IDA’s 19th Biennial World Congress Technical Program before February 15, 2022.

IDA World Congress
2022-10-09 - 2022-10-13 | International Convention Center Sydney (ICC Sydney), Sydney, Australia
The International Desalination Association (IDA) flagship event returns to Australia. The World Congress will take place October 9 – 13, 2022, in the strikingly beautiful city of Sydney, Australia at the International Convention Center Sydney (ICC Sydney), a spectacular location and state-of-the-art facility that opened in 2016 at the world-famous Darling Harbour.
Supported by the University of Technology Sydney – Centre for Technology in Water and Wastewater, Australian Water Association, the Government of New South Wales, Sydney Water, Sydney Desalination Plant, UNESCO Centre for Membrane Science and Technology at University of New South Wales, and the Water Services Association of Australia, the IDA World Congress and exhibition will provide knowledge-sharing and interactive opportunities for participants on a plethora of both technical and business topics, related to the use of desalination and water reuse solutions to ensure a secure water future.
The theme of the IDA World Congress is Charting Resilient Water Solutions. To secure a sustainable future, we need to chart progress toward resilient processes and technologies and build resilient communities. Desalination and Water Reuse provide resilient solutions to efficiently meet the growing demand for water and threats to water security. Despite progress towards the UN Sustainable Development Goal #6, Water and Sanitation for All, billions of people still lack safe water, sanitation, and handwashing facilities.

WFC13 World Filtration Congress
2022-10-05 - 2022-10-09 | Hilton Bayfront Hotel, San Diego, CA, United States
The American Filtration and Separations Society will host the 13th World Filtration Congress (WFC 13), October 5-9, 2022 at the Hilton Bayfront Hotel in San Diego, California, USA. We cordially invite you to participate in the congress, which is held once every 4 years rotating among member countries of INDEFI (International Delegation on Filtration), Austria, Australia, China, Chinese Taipei, France, Germany, Hungary, India, Japan, Nordics, UK and USA. WFC13 will have both an exhibition and technical program on Filtration and Separation (F&S). The purpose of WFC 13 is to foster a forum for scientists, engineers and practitioners in the world working on F&S to meet and share the latest advances and technologies.
The activities of WFC 13 will begin with a selection of short courses conducted on a variety of F&S topics. Short courses are either 4 or 8 hours and instructed by leading experts in the field. The following technical program will consist of over 300 presentations, hundreds of posters, numerous invited speeches, keynotes, and plenary sessions devoted equally to solid-liquid, solid-gas, and membrane separations, respectively. The Exhibition provides an excellent opportunity to showcase the state of-the-art technology in F&S. The afternoon of the last day will be reserved for a visit to the Carlsbad Desalination Plant and the filtration plant in Sea World, San Diego. There will be plenty of occasions to network and meet with experts and people around the world working on F&S. Do not miss this important event which is held once in every four years! See you in San Diego in October 2022.
Prof. Wallace Leung
INDEFI Chair

Thai Water Expo 2021/2022
2022-09-14 - 2022-09-16 | Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC) in Bangkok, Bangkok, Thailand
THAI WATER EXPO is a unique biennial event that features the very latest equipment and cutting-edge technology. Double-digit market growth is resulting in major business opportunities and THAI WATER EXPO has become a must-attend event for those in the Water and Waste-water industries. It is the only show in Thailand focused exclusively on water technology.
This event was originally scheduled for October, 2021, but was rescheduled to September, 2022.

IWA World Water Congress & Exhibition
2022-09-11 - 2022-09-15 | Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
This edition of the IWA World Water Congress & Exhibition will engage stakeholders and key contacts within the conventional water sector and beyond. It will bring together core water sector groups, such as those focused on urban water and urban water services, as well as participants from industry and agriculture, architects and urban planners, soil and groundwater experts and hydrologists, social scientists, the ICT sector, the financial sector, and others. With a strong representation and contribution from Nordic and Baltic Sea countries, the IWA Congress & Exhibition is a vital opportunity to learn about the Nordic water challenges and solutions, including participation in technical site visits.

Techtextil and Texprocess 2022
2022-06-21 - 2022-06-24 | Messe Fankfurt Exhibition Grounds, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Leading international trade fair for technical textiles and nonwovens. International exhibitors will be presenting the entire spectrum of technical textiles, functional apparel textiles and textile technologies at Techtextil in Frankfurt am Main. Texprocess, the leading trade fair for the garment manufacturing and textile processing industry, will take place at the same time as Techtextil.
For further information and registration, please visit the event websites at www.techtextil.com and www.texprocess.com

International Nonwovens Symposium
2022-06-08 - 2022-06-09 | Lyon – Marriott Hotel, Lyon, France
Don’t miss the only global conference on 8 – 9 June 2022 addressing the whole range of nonwoven applications

Attracting top level speakers and highly qualified professionals from across the nonwovens and related industries, the International Nonwovens Symposium is the leading European event to learn about the industry developments and network with your colleagues

Join us for this 2-day conference which will give you insights, information and ideas on a whole range of topic, including sustainable innovation; industry trends; product, process & material innovation; nonwovens for transition in e-mobility and filtration.

INTERPHEX
2022-05-24 - 2022-05-26 | Javits Center, 655 W. 34th St., New York, NY, 10001, United States
INTERPHEX is the premier pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and device development and manufacturing event to “Experience Science through Commercialization.” Based in New York, INTERPHEX brings global industry professionals and leading suppliers together to “Learn It, Experience It, Procure It” through a combination of no cost technical conference, exhibits, demonstrations and networking events to leverage quality, efficiency and cost effectiveness in today’s global market. Learn more at: http://interphex2022.com/INDA

IMPERVIUS
2022-05-18 - 2022-05-19 | Melia Sitges, Barcelona, Spain
IMPERVIUS™ is a conference by the industry for the industry, specially aimed at professionals in the waterproofing bituminous membranes sectors
The waterproofing bituminous membranes sector totalled in 2017 an estimated production of 755 million sqm in Western Europe. To support this growing market and demand, EDANA introduced a brand new conference in 2019 focussing on the production of waterproofing bituminous membranes.
This 2-day conference is designed to offer great insights, best practices and information on market trends, regulatory and technical topics, environmental aspects as circular economy, as well as potential issues that could affect the whole supply chain.

Techtextil North America and Texprocess Americas
2022-05-17 - 2022-05-19 | Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta, GA, United States
The textile innovation duo

The leading international trade fairs Techtextil and Texprocess cover all aspects of technical textiles, nonwovens and functional apparel textiles as well as their manufacture and processing.
Two trade fairs – many synergies
All textile innovations in one place: here, visitors can see technical textiles for all applications as well as machines and procedures for their processing.
From the fiber to the finished textile: Together, the two trade fairs showcase textile materials and technologies that cover the entire textile value chain.
One ticket – two trade fairs: One ticket gives visitors access to both trade fairs and they happily take up this offer.
Common knowledge platform: Special events incorporate exhibitors and topics from both Techtextil and Texprocess and create additional synergies.
This event was initially scheduled for May, 2020, but due to the Corona virus it was postponed to December, and now rescheduled for October 2020.

For information about Techtextil NA visit: www.techtextilna.com
For more information about Texprocess visit: www.texprocessamericas.com

Singapore International Water Week 2022
2022-04-17 - 2022-04-21 | Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
The global platform to share and co-create innovative water solutions.

NAFA’s annual Technical Seminar - 2022
2022-04-05 - 2022-04-07 | Louisville Marriott Downtown, Louisville, KY, United States
National Air Filtration Association’s annual Technical Seminar is one of the highlights of our year when over 200 professionals in the air filtration industry meet to build connections, share best practices and learn from an outstanding lineup of speakers! This year’s location offers a unique brand of southern hospitality including close proximity to bourbon tasting experiences, one-of-a kind local attractions, and a vibrant culinary scene. We look forward to seeing you in Louisville!

FiltXPO™ | International Filtration/Separation Exhibition & Technical Conference
2022-03-29 - 2022-03-31 | Miami Beach Convention Center, Miami Beach, Florida
The world has changed, the industry has evolved, and the innovators that drive filtration are gathering to share their stories! Join us for FiltXPO™, North American’s only exhibition and technical conference dedicated exclusively to filtration and separation. With hundreds of innovations on the show floor, filtration-focused training sessions and deep dives into all the hottest topics in filtration and separation, FiltXPO™ is the must-attend event for reaching our industry’s decision makers. Exhibit and connect with technical experts who specify your technical filtration and separation products. Meet peers to exchange ideas. Attend and hear expert leaders participate in unique, lively panel discussions in these critical filtration and separation areas:

Healthcare & Hospitals
Pharmaceutical & Biopharmaceutical
Water Treatment
Food & Beverage
Oil & Gas
Building Design & Engineering
Transportation

FiltXPO™ 2022 will be held at the same time – and in the same convention center – as IDEA®22, the industry’s preeminent event for nonwovens and engineered fabric. And when you attend FiltXPO™, you’ll get full access to the exhibitions at IDEA®22! That means one registration fee for entry to two idea-packed expos!

Filter Media Training Course
2022-03-28 09:00 - 2022-03-29 18:00 (America/New_York) | Miami Beach Convention Center, Miami Beach, Florida
The 1.5-day ultimate overview of existing and emerging nonwoven technologies for filtration.
An intensive course designed for professionals wanting to learn more about the development, testing and application of nonwovens in filtration.
Only 40 participants are being accepted into this career-changing course A comprehensive guide of instruction and reference material is provided to each attendee.

IDEA® | The World’s Preeminent Event for Nonwovens & Engineered Fabrics
2022-03-28 - 2022-03-31 | Miami Beach Convention Center, Miami Beach, Florida
Bring your beach towel, your sunscreen and your imagination, as our industry gathers for THE preeminent event for nonwovens and engineered fabrics! IDEA22 will bring together thousands of industry peers, world-class speakers, hundreds of exhibitors and an unlimited amount of amazing ideas. Make plans now to attend!
This event will co-locate with FiltXPO, held March 29-31, 2022. IDEA and FiltXPO will be held as two distinct events in the same building, at the same time.

Filter Media Training Course
2022-03-28 - 2022-03-29 | Miami Beach Convention Center, Miami Beach, Florida
An intensive course designed for professionals wanting to learn more about the development, testing and application of nonwovens in filtration.
Only 40 participants are being accepted into this career-changing course.
Participants will learn about:

The physics of filtration
How nonwoven media are designed and used in air and liquid filtration
Expanding nanofiber technological achievements and applications
Latest trends in air and liquid filter media technologies
Critical unmet needs for nonwovens used as filter media
Testing standards for air and liquid filtration

This course is ideal for:

Research and development professionals
Product development engineers
Marketing and product managers
Technical sales professionals
Technical support professionals
Testing and quality control professionals
General managers

FILTECH
2022-03-08 - 2022-03-10 | KoelnMesse, KoelnMesse Halls 7+8, Entrance North / Messeplatz 1, Cologne, 50679, Germany
FILTECH delivers solutions for current & future challenges. At FILTECH innovative solutions and new technologies for most ongoing problems are presented. This dynamic industry is of further growing importance and turning into a key industry worldwide. At the FILTECH Show you find targeted solutions for all filtration tasks – no matter what industry you are in.

AHR Expo 2022
2022-01-31 - 2022-02-02 | Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV, United States
Meet the companies, engineers, and innovators who are inventing the future of HVACR. Manufacturers and suppliers from around the world will unveil the latest additions to their product line-ups, demonstrate what is new and innovative about the technologies, provide technical support, and answer questions.

Membrane Desalination 2021
2021-11-14 - 2021-11-17
Membrane Desalination 2021 (MEMDES2021)
5th International Conference on Desalination using Membrane Technology
ONLINE: Live and On-demand | 14-17 November 2021 China Time
Conference to be held online 14-17 November 2021
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to create so much uncertainty, we have made the decision to hold Membrane Desalination 2021 online.
Join us for a live programme featuring our expert invited speakers, and the same high-quality of peer-reviewed contributed talks and posters addressing all the key topics scheduled for our in-person meeting.
Register now to participate in an interactive conference experience:

live-stream presentations and take part in discussion through live chat and Q&A
review the posters, watch the poster pitches and schedule 1:1 meetings with the authors during the live event
enjoy 6 months on-demand post event access to recorded sessions*.

This event is organized by Elsevier in association with Shanghai Advanced Research Institute, ShanghaiTech University and University of Technology Sydney.

AMSIC-3 - Membrane and Filtration Technologies for Sustainable Development
2021-11-02 - 2021-11-05 | Museum of Black Civilizations, Dakar, Senegal
AMSIC-3 congress is the premier international venue on the African continent that will simultaneously address key advances in membrane, filtration and sustainable energy technologies. It will be held in Dakar, capital city of Senegal, from November 2 to 5, 2021.
The rich venue will include a technical conference, a commercial exhibition, some panel sessions and several tutorials.
AMSIC and its partners will also share their plan to help training skilled technicians across the African continent. The Western Africa sub region will roll out its Apprenticeship Training Programs for high-school-level Technicians focusing on manufacturing competencies relevant to local industries involved in membrane and filtration systems, water, HVAC ventilation, mineral extraction, and waste management technologies.
AMSIC-3 organizers strive to encourage scientific and technological innovation that will facilitate access to clean water, improved sanitation, better air quality and improved human health in Africa and other regions of the world. The fast-growing demographics and change of ecological landscape facing Africa are bringing to the forefront issues of youth employment and erratic urban center development.

INDEX 20
2021-10-19 - 2021-10-22 | Palexpo, Geneva, Switzerland
Since the beginning of the global pandemic, the desire to provide the nonwovens community with an outstanding industry showcase, whilst ensuring the best possible health protection and safety to a broad international audience, has been of paramount concern to the INDEX™ Organisers.
Due to on-going travel restrictions and unforeseen delays in vaccination programmes, the Organisers are forced to recognise that the lifting of the Swiss federal governmental restrictions regarding sizeable gatherings of people and a consequent return to normal business, may take a little longer than anticipated.
To ensure that INDEX™20 has every opportunity of taking place this year, the INDEX™20 Organisers, PALEXPO and EDANA, have decided to adopt two important measures, designed to guarantee the widest possible visibility and participation to all.
The first is to announce that INDEX™20 is postponed until 19 – 22 October 2021.
As a major international event in the nonwovens calendar, the Organisers feel they must take advantage of every possibility of maximising visitor attendance and ROI for exhibitors.
Delaying the event for an additional 6 weeks, will increase the opportunities for a broader range of participants to attend INDEX™20 in person. Naturally, the strictest health protocols will be applied and rigorously observed at the event, to ensure the best conditions are in place to conduct business safely.
The second initiative is to introduce a comprehensive virtual platform for INDEX™20. This exciting digital tool will enable the over 14,000 exhibitors and visitors to interact directly if they so wish, extend the event’s reach both in terms of geography and applications, and provide live and on-demand product content and information. A data-driven matchmaking facility will assist participants in contacting and networking with like-minded attendees in their particular sector.
PALEXPO and EDANA remain available for any further information that may be required and thank you for your continued support.

INTERPHEX
2021-10-19 - 2021-10-21 | Javits Center, 655 W. 34th St., New York, NY, 10001, United States
INTERPHEX 2021 – October 19 – 21, 2021 | | Javits Center, NYC
INTERPHEX is THE event for pharma, bio, device development and manufacturing. Source, network, discover, accelerate to market and learn from expert-led technical content. Learn more about attending or apply to exhibit now.

WEFTEC - Water Environment Federation's Technical Exhibition and Conference
2021-10-16 - 2021-10-20 | McCormick Place, Chicago, IL, United States
WEFTEC, the Water Environment Federation’s Technical Exhibition and Conference, is largest conference of its kind in North America and offers water quality professionals from around the world with the best water quality education and training available today.

WEFTEC – where the water community comes to connect

No matter the obstacles, through changes and challenges, water professionals keep going, learning, and doing what’s necessary to provide safe, clean water. That’s the strength of our community, and it’s time to come together again to celebrate what makes our sector great.
At WEFTEC, the full breadth of the water sector comes together, in one place, for you to explore, learn, network, grow professionally, and strengthen your connection to the water community.
Conference 10-16-2021
Exhibition 10-18-2021
WEFTEC 2021
94th Annual Technical Exhibition & Conference

Virtual RISE™ (Research, Innovation & Science for Engineered Fabrics Conference)
2021-09-28 - 2021-09-29
NEW MARKET DEMANDS. PANDEMIC. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT. SUSTAINABILITY. FOR THREE DAYS, OUR INDUSTRY WILL RISE TOGETHER TO FIGHT CHALLENGE WITH INNOVATION.
We must innovate our way into the future and RISE® is where that will happen. Through openness and collaboration, we will learn from each other, setting the foundation for the launch of breakthroughs. Source new ideas. Scout new technologies. Discover new markets. Effectuate innovative ideas across the spectrum of engineered materials from science-based knowledge leaders. The future starts here.
This is a virtual conference.

Dornbirn-GFC
2021-09-15 - 2021-09-17 | Kulturhaus Dornbirn, Dornbirn, Austria
The Dornbirn Global Fiber Congress will network visitors online with 80 lectures and 25 exhibitors from the fiber industry. The program will be held from September 11 – 13, 2021, presenting sessions on the following topics: Fiber Innovation, Circular Economy, Sustainability, Surface Modification, Apparel and Machinery. The program and speaker lineup can be downloaded, here.

Elementary Nonwovens Training Course
2021-09-14 - 2021-09-15 | INDA Headquarters, 100 Crescent Green Drive #115, Cary, NC, 27518, United States
Gain the edge in nonwovens and engineered materials: learn the basics in nonwoven manufacturing and process knowledge.
With a focus toward professionals who are new to nonwovens, this 1.5-day course provides a platform for industry newcomers to recognize and appreciate the diversity of nonwovens and engineered materials. Participants learn the basics about nonwovens in simple, clear, concise language. The course reviews the basic nomenclature, production processes, fabric attributes, market uses and trends to understand products made with nonwovens and engineered materials and their marketplace.
Led by an industry and nonwoven expert, the Elementary Nonwovens Training Course uses personal instruction, visual aids, industry samples, and plant production videos to teach the essentials. The course includes fiber information, production methods, nonwoven attributes and comparisons, the value of finishes, world trends, and outlooks.
Gain the versatile and flexible business training to improve:

Engineered materials knowledge
Career opportunities
Organizational development
Industry connections

Designed for professionals new to the nonwovens industry including:

Administrative
Business development
Division management
Executives
Finance and accounting
Human resources
Legal
Marketing and sales
Purchase and supply chain

Manufacturing Processes and Techniques covered include:
Fiber to Fabric

Airlaid
Carded
Wet laid

Polymer to Fabric

Meltblown
Spunbond

Bonding

Chemical
Hydroentangled
Needlepunched
Thermal

Techtextil North America
2021-08-23 - 2021-08-25 | Raleigh, Raleigh, NC, United States
North America’s only dedicated show for technical textiles and nonwovens.

Techtextil North America assembles all vertical aspects of the technical textile industry: from research and development, through raw materials and production processes and finally ending in conversion, further treatment, and recycling.

Intermediate Nonwovens Training Course
2021-07-27 - 2021-07-30 | INDA Headquarters, 100 Crescent Green Drive #115, Cary, NC, 27518, United States
Dive deeper into the world of nonwovens.
Designed for industry professionals with nonwovens experience or a technical background, this 3-day course is a bridge between INDA’s Elementary Nonwovens Training Course and the Advanced Courses of the Professional Development Series.
INDA instructors will lead the class, with select guest speakers contributing to educational content.
This educational course is aimed at making professionals and their organizations more successful by providing:

Advanced nonwovens and engineered materials knowledge
In-depth understanding of processes, technologies, chemistries, and raw materials
Expanded business options for branded and private label products
Enhanced professional and personal growth

Ideal for professionals within:

R&D
Manufacturing and engineering
Business and product development
Production
Maintenance and plant production
Quality control technicians
Technical marketing and sales
A Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, textiles, or five years of relevant experience in nonwovens is recommended.

Filter Media Training Course
2021-06-22 - 2021-06-23 | INDA Headquarters, 100 Crescent Green Drive #115, Cary, NC, 27518, United States

JEC World
2021-06-01 - 2021-06-03 | Paris-Nord Villepinte Exhibition Centre, Paris, France
JEC World is the only global trade show dedicated to composite materials and applications. Taking place in Paris, JEC World is the industry’s leading annual event, hosting all the major players in a spirit of innovation, business and networking.
