In the dynamic and global filtration industry, news and information is breaking on a daily basis. International Filtration News is tracking stories relevant to our industry from air and gas filtration to liquid filtration and the various end-uses for filtration technology. Here we will post news stories relevant to filtration and its downstream applications on an ongoing basis. Please check back for regular updates. If you have news that you feel should be added to this summary report, please email it to Ken Norberg: ken@filtnews.com
Most recent update: February 13, 2026
NX Filtration Partners with Applied Membranes Inc. for Pharma Wastewater Reuse
Applied Membranes Inc., a USA-based provider of advanced water and wastewater treatment solutions, will be using NX Filtration’s hollow fiber nanofiltration (HFNF) membranes for advanced wastewater reuse at a pharmaceutical company.
The pharmaceutical company seeks to reduce its freshwater intake and wastewater discharge by reusing its process water. AMI selected NX Filtration’s HFNF technology to remove high concentrations of organic compounds from the company’s wastewater stream. Combining this treated wastewater with a reverse osmosis (RO) system enables an efficient and robust water reuse system.
Manisha Dhawan, VP at AMI, commented: “NX Filtration’s HFNF membranes deliver the performance we need for this demanding pharmaceutical application. The strong organic removal combined with high recovery enables our customer to safely reuse process water.”
Esther Victoria Guedez, Country Manager for NX Filtration in North America, comments: “We are proud to add AMI to our growing list of OEM partners in the Americas. Our membranes have proven to uniquely address complex waters, ranging from reusing industrial wastewater to removing PFAS from drinking water sources.”
The project highlights how HFNF can support sustainable water management in high-value industrial sectors such as pharmaceuticals. By effectively removing organics, HFNF enables circular water use with lower fouling, reduced chemical consumption and improved overall system reliability.
Cleanova Introduces Sentinel Connect™ to Deliver Real-Time Operational Intelligence
Cleanova, a global leader in advanced industrial filtration solutions, announced the launch of Sentinel Connect™, a new Industrial IoT remote monitoring system designed to deliver real-time visibility, predictive insight, and enhanced operational control for baghouse and dust collection systems.
Sentinel Connect™ securely captures and transmits operational data from dust collectors to the cloud, enabling plant operators and maintenance teams to monitor system performance anytime, anywhere. By transforming real-time data into actionable intelligence, Sentinel Connect™ helps reduce unplanned downtime, improve regulatory compliance, and optimize filtration performance across industries.
“Real time data availability for remote baghouse systems is essential for reliable performance” said, Jeremy Borgman, Vice President, Field Services, at Cleanova. “Sentinel Connect™ extends Cleanova’s filtration expertise into the Industrial IoT space, giving our customers greater visibility, faster decision-making, and greater confidence in their operations.”
Typical dust collector applications for Sentinel Connect™ include cement, lime, and aggregates; metals; chemical manufacturing; food; and pharmaceuticals.
Nonwovenn Expands PFAS Free Ostomy Care
Nonwovenn, one of the world’s leading nonwoven fabric-tech companies, is developing PFAS free activated carbon filter media for ostomy pouches, addressing the medical sector’s increasing need for safer, compliant and more sustainable filtration materials.
Drawing on over two decades of expertise in the industry, Nonwovenn’s latest work combines odour and gas adsorption with low pressure drop, carbon integration and regulatory readiness.
The development is driven by regulatory scrutiny of PFAS continuing to increase worldwide. In the European Union, authorities have advanced a far-reaching proposal to restrict broad classes of PFAS under REACH. In the United States, ostomy pouches and accessories are classed as medical devices, making manufacturers responsible for materials selection, risk management and regulatory compliance. PFAS free options can help to simplify global market access and future proof product portfolios.
John Birkett, MediTech Business Director at Nonwovenn, said: “Demographic trends and regulatory changes are driving the need for next generation ostomy care technologies. We want to focus on delivering high-quality PFAS free filter media that can meet the practical and regulatory demands of modern ostomy systems.”
“Aging populations are driving greater demand for ostomy care, and we believe that reliable, discreet and comfortable pouch technology that offers effective control is incredibly important. Our customers, and the end users, are at the forefront of our minds as we continue to develop our products.”
Nonwovenn’s development program engineers the products without intentionally adding PFAS to align with evolving legislation while maintaining adsorption and breathability. The measured performance parameters reflect published gas and composition data, odor drivers and clinical experience. Finished products are available as roll goods or cut filter inserts suitable for common ostomy pouch formats.
AquaFortus Appoints Dr. Hoshang Subawalla as CEO
Aquafortus, the pioneer in non-thermal, non-membrane brine concentration, announced the appointment of Dr. Hoshang Subawalla as Chief Executive Officer. The appointment signals a strategic inflection for the company as it moves past technology validation to building and operating large-scale infrastructure projects in O&G Produced Water, Mining, and hypersaline industrial wastewater markets across four continents.
Dr. Subawalla is a PhD Chemical Engineer who brings a rare combination of deep technical domain experience and seasoned operational leadership to the role. With over two decades of global executive experience at industry giants GE, Suez and Veolia, he has a proven track record of managing large-scale, complex water platforms across diverse international markets. His unique background as both a scientist and a high-level operator makes him uniquely qualified to lead AquaFortus as it deploys its revolutionary desalination technology at an infrastructure scale.
WaterSurplus Milestone Deployment of Its NanoStack™ Membrane Coating
WaterSurplus, a leading innovator in membrane technologies and advanced water treatment solutions, announced the successful completion of a multi-year pilot test of its patented NanoStack™ coated membranes at the Orange County Water District’s (OCWD) Groundwater Replenishment System (GWRS).
Following the pilot results, OCWD will move forward with the installation of 1,050 NanoStack™-coated membranes, representing a full reverse osmosis train capable of treating approximately 5 million gallons of water per day for indirect potable reuse at the world’s largest advanced water purification facility.
Pilot data demonstrated that NanoStack™ significantly improves fouling resistance, reducing clean-in-place requirements by more than half, and lowering RO energy consumption by more than 15%. Because energy is one of the highest operating costs for advanced treatment systems, these efficiencies enable an estimated payback period of less than two years, according to WaterSurplus Chief Technology Officer Dr. Dileep Agnihotri.
NanoStack™ is an NSF/ANSI/CAN 61 certified hydrophilic membrane surface modification applied to finished RO membrane elements. This advanced coating improves membrane durability, cleanability, and membrane lifespan, helping operators across industries achieve more reliable operation with lower lifecycle costs.
Pall and Emirates Airline Celebrate Deade Long Partnership
Pall Corporation, a global leader in filtration, separation and purification, and Emirates Airline are celebrating a decade-long partnership that has redefined reliability and passenger comfort in modern aviation. From powering the iconic Airbus A380 to supporting the Boeing 777, Pall’s advanced filtration technologies continue to power every journey with high-performance filtration solutions. Pall Corporation and Emirates have agreed to extend their current agreement for purchase and repairs of spares supplied by Pall Corporation until the end of 2030.
Pall’s advanced filtration and separation solutions have been integral to Emirates’ flagship fleet, while the partnership also includes repair services for critical components—underscoring a shared commitment to operational excellence and uncompromising safety.
“This collaboration demonstrates how technology and vision can transform air travel,” said Karmyn Norwood, Vice President & General Manager of the Aerospace business unit of Pall Corporation. “As Emirates invests in next-generation aircraft, we’re proud to deliver solutions that advance sustainability and operational excellence.”
In an industry where reliability and safety are non-negotiable, partnerships like this define the future. By aligning innovation with operational scale, Emirates and Pall are setting the standard for how airlines can deliver superior experiences.
Atmus Filtration Technologies Appoints Heath Sharp to Its Board of Directors
Atmus Filtration Technologies Inc., a global leader in the filtration industry, announced the appointment of Heath Sharp to its Board of Directors.
“Sharp brings more than 30 years of hands-on leadership across manufacturing, product development and commercial execution, with a career built on scaling industrial businesses internationally,” said Steph Disher, CEO and President of Atmus. “As a seasoned global industrial leader, Sharp joins the Board during a key time when we are well positioned for Atmus’ next phase of growth.”
Sharp currently serves as Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Reliance Worldwide Corporation, where he has led the company’s evolution from a regionally focused manufacturer into a global, publicly listed leader in water control systems and plumbing solutions.
Atlas Copco Acquires Zind in Germany
Atlas Copco has acquired German filter distributor Zind Verfahrenstechnik for an undisclosed fee, boosting its profile in Europe’s largest economy.
Zind, located in Mainz, distributes filter cartridges and capsules for air, gas and process liquids, filter housings, and associated spare parts. Its customers are mainly industrial manufacturers in sectors such as pharmaceutical, water, electronics, food and beverage, as well as general industry.
“This acquisition is fully in line with our ambition to further enhance our process filtration solutions and will strengthen our presence in Germany,” said Philippe Ernens, Business Area President Compressor Technique for Atlas Copco.
Zind joins the Medical Gas Solutions division within the compressor technique business area. Atlas Copco recently bought Florida-based Air Compressor Works and Centroar in Brazil.
Donaldson Makes $820M Deal to Buy Filtration Group’s Facet Business
Donaldson Company, Inc. has entered into a Securities Purchase Agreement to acquire all equity interests of Facet (Oklahoma) LLC and Facet Netherlands B.V. for $820 million in cash, subject to customary purchase price adjustments for cash, debt, transaction expenses and net working capital.
Donaldson Company said the acquisition of Filtration Group’s Facet business will strengthen and diversify the company’s core product portfolio.
Minnesota-based Donaldson expects the acquisition of Filtration Group’s Facet business to add about $110 million to Donaldson’s annual sales.
Founded in 1943, Facet mostly serves the aviation and marine industries in the U.S. and Europe.
Facet also fits with Donaldson’s business model, which is similar to selling razors to sell razor blades. About 70% of Facet’s annual revenue is from consumables that are required to be replaced at scheduled intervals due to regulations.
Jowat SE Announces Change in Leadership in Asia
Jowat SE announced a change in the leadership of its national companies in Asia. Leonhard Ritzhaupt has been appointed Vice President Asia-Pacific, effective January 1, 2026, and will assume responsibility for driving the strategic and operational development of Jowat’s business across the region.
“With Leonhard Ritzhaupt, we gain a leader who combines industry expertise, international experience and strategic vision,” said Klaus Kullmann of Jowat’s Board of Directors.
Leonhard Ritzhaupt succeeds Dr. Ralf Schelbach, who has been instrumental in the expansion of Jowat’s Asia operations since 2009 and will now assume a new role within the Jowat Group at his own request. Dr. Schelbach first joined the company as executive director of Jowat (Beijing) Adhesives Co., Ltd., took on additional responsibilities as regional manager North East Asia in February 2009, and was appointed Vice President Asia-Pacific on January 1, 2014.
Hawkins, Inc. Announces Milestone for its WaterSurplus NanoStack™ Membranes
Hawkins, Inc., a leading water treatment and specialty ingredients company, announced the successful completion of a multi-year pilot test featuring WaterSurplus’ patented NanoStack™ coated membranes at the Orange County Water District’s (OCWD) Groundwater Replenishment System (GWRS). WaterSurplus is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hawkins, Inc. and is located in Loves Park, IL.
Based on the successful pilot, OCWD will install 1,050 NanoStack™ coated membranes at GWRS, the world’s largest advanced water purification system for potable water reuse. This quantity represents one full reverse osmosis train, treating approximately 5 million gallons of water per day for indirect potable reuse. Pilot testing data demonstrated that NanoStack™ technology significantly improved fouling resistance, cutting clean-in-place requirements by more than half, and reducing RO energy consumption by more than 15%. Given that energy is one of the largest operating costs for advanced water treatment facilities, these savings are estimated to enable a payback period of less than two years, according to WaterSurplus’ Chief Technology Officer, Dr. Dileep Agnihotri.
NanoStack™ is an NSF/ANSI/CAN 61-certified hydrophilic membrane surface modification that is applied to finished RO membrane elements. This advanced coating enhances membrane durability and performance, helping customers across industries achieve more reliable long‑term operation with lower lifecycle costs.
Donaldson Elects Richard Lewis to Succeed Tod Carpenter as President and CEO
Donaldson Company, Inc., a global leader in technology-led filtration products and solutions, announced that the Company’s board of directors has elected chief operating officer Richard Lewis as president and chief executive officer, effective March 2, 2026. Lewis will succeed Tod Carpenter, who will transition to executive chairman after a career spanning 30 years at the Company, including the past 11 years as president and chief executive officer. Lewis will also join the Company’s Board.
“I am excited about the opportunities in front of us. We have a strong leadership team, a clear strategy, and a culture deeply committed to our customers and operational excellence. I look forward to building on the momentum established under Tod’s leadership and continuing to deliver value for our employees, customers and shareholders,” said Richard Lewis.
Lewis joined Donaldson in 2002 and became chief operating officer in August 2025. He has held a broad range of senior leadership roles across the Company, including overseeing global operations as senior vice president and serving as president of the Mobile Solutions and Life Sciences businesses.
MLC Acquires Burnett, Expanding Mineral Solutions Portfolio
MLC, an international producer of lime and calcium solutions, has completed the acquisition of Burnett, Inc., a technical leader in lime slurry, systems and services primarily utilized in water treatment. The financial terms of the transaction were not released.
“Municipalities need to deliver clean, potable water to their communities without fail, and they rely on lime for many processes. This acquisition increases our ability to serve this critical market by expanding our lime solutions portfolio, supply chain network and expert teams. It also provides opportunities to add further value in other markets, adding performance to processes such as wastewater treatment and other industrial applications,” said Paul Hogan, MLC President and CEO.
Mississippi Lime Company is a leading global supplier of high-calcium lime products and technical solutions, with global headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri. Burnett Lime Company, Inc. was founded in 1983 as Burnett Lime Company and started with one truckload of lime, and is based in South Carolina.
