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: June 09, 2026
Xylem Expands Long-Term Water Partnership with Dow
Xylem, a leading global water technology company, announced a landmark agreement with Dow to design, build and operate advanced water systems at its large-scale industrial complex in Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta, Canada. The agreement expands Xylem’s long-standing collaboration with Dow, supporting the increased operations tied to Dow’s Path2Zero project.
Under the agreement, Xylem will deliver a full end-to-end solution that includes engineering, system design, and long-term operation. The project is designed to support reliable, high-quality water supply, treatment, and reuse across the site. The system is expected to be operational by August 2028.
“This agreement represents a major milestone for Xylem,” said Rodney Aulick, EVP and President, Water Solutions and Services at Xylem.
“Xylem has been a trusted partner to Dow for many years, and this agreement reflects our confidence in their ability to deliver and operate critical water infrastructure reliably,” said Skya Kruithof, President, Dow Canada.
As part of the project, Xylem will design, build and operate an integrated solution that manages the full water cycle. The system will treat raw water and convert processed water into high-quality reusable supply using advanced multi-stage treatment technologies.
The system will:
- Treat raw water for industrial use
- Convert water from cooling and industrial processes into reusable, high-quality supply
- Optimize performance through long-term system operation
Xylem is leading the full process design and will deliver and operate a complete water system for the site. This arrangement provides Dow with a single partner responsible for system performance, water quality and supply. The project spans a large and complex facility that combines both scale and long-term operational accountability, which represents a step change in how industrial water systems are delivered and managed.
Air Products Membrane Solutions Holds Ribbon-Cutting Event for $70 Million Expansion of its Missouri Manufacturing and Logistics Center
Air Products, a global leader in the production of gas separation and purification membranes, recently hosted a ribbon-cutting celebration at the new $70 million expansion of its Missouri Manufacturing and Logistics Center in Maryland Heights, near St. Louis, Missouri.
The expansion, which is Air Products Membrane Solutions’ largest ever investment in a single location, is driven by growing product demand in biogas and hydrogen recovery applications, as well as customer needs for the use of nitrogen for the aerospace industry and cleaner fuels for the marine industry.
Products manufactured at the new facility will include the PRISM® GreenSep membrane separator for bio-LNG production, and the PRISM® N2Sep membrane separator designed to separate nitrogen from compressed air.
Air Products Membrane Solutions specializes in the development of hollow fiber membrane separators and systems for onsite gas generation. Air Products Membrane Solutions designs, engineers, manufactures, and markets a full portfolio of PRISM® Membrane Separators, Marine Systems, and Engineered-to-Order Systems to protect lives and goods at sea, on land, and in the air. Air Products’ systems are also designed to create more sustainable energy sources and raise productivity across a variety of industries and applications.
Atmus Announces Kevin Carpenter as SVP, Chief Supply Chain Officer
Atmus Filtration Technologies Inc., a global leader in filtration and media solutions, announced the appointment of Kevin Carpenter as Senior Vice President and Chief Supply Chain Officer, effective immediately.
Carpenter brings more than 25 years of experience leading global industrial organizations through transformation, growth and operational excellence. He joins Atmus from The Toro Company, where he served as Vice President of Global Operations and Integrated Supply Chain.
In this role, Carpenter is responsible for procurement, manufacturing, health, safety and environment, transportation and logistics across the enterprise, advancing Atmus’ strategy specific to transforming its supply chain to better support its global customers.
“I am overjoyed and humbled to be a part of the Atmus team and look forward to contributing to our growth journey,” said Carpenter.
Prior to Toro, Carpenter held senior operations leadership roles at Carrier Global Corporation and Rockwell Automation, Inc., and earlier in his career served in engineering and operations roles at General Electric, Magna International, Nexxus Lighting and General Motors/Delphi.
Carpenter holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology and a Bachelor of Science in General Engineering from Morehouse College. He earned an MBA from the Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University and a Master of Science in Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management from Youngstown State University.
ENPRESS GROUP Corp. Acquires Johnson Filtration Products Inc.
ENPRESS Group Corp. announced that it is acquiring Johnson Filtration Products Inc. (JFPI). For nearly forty years, JFPI has been a recognized leader in the design and manufacture of an expansive range of liquid filtration solutions, servicing a wide range of industries from drinking water, photographic, beverage processing, plating industry, to the production of cars, textile and more. JFPI is one of the largest manufacturers of depth wound filters in the world and adds to the expansive product line offered through the ENPRESS Group of Companies.
“The acquisition of JFPI will continue to add to our vertical integration in the field of filtration, their proprietary product lines and market penetration will deliver efficiencies and growth opportunities to ENPRESS and our distribution partners. We welcome the team of JFPI to the ENPRESS Group and look forward to a bright future with the team,” said Michael P. Mormino, VP of Sales & Marketing.
Mann+Hummel Appoints new President for Life Sciences & Environment Division
Effective June 1, 2026, MANN+HUMMEL has appointed Eric Steinbecher as President Life Sciences & Environment (LS&E). In this role, he will be responsible for MANN+HUMMEL’s global Air Filtration and Water & Membrane Solutions businesses and will report directly to Kurk Wilks, President and CEO of the MANN+HUMMEL Group.
Steinbecher brings more than 20 years of international leadership experience across multiple sectors, with a strong track record in profitable growth, business transformation, and building high-performing global teams.
Most recently, Steinbecher held the position of President of Vehicle Lifetime Solutions Americas at Schaeffler Group, where he successfully led a significant business transformation – driving substantial profitable growth.
Earlier in his career, Steinbecher served in several senior global roles at Schaeffler, including President Global Strategy & Business Development and Global Vice President of Strategic Planning & Pricing. Prior to joining Schaeffler, he held leadership roles at Benteler Maschinenbau, where he led a global Business Unit for 3D optical measuring systems, and at Visteon, focusing on strategy and business development across Europe and South America.
Jowat SE Establishes New Subsidiary in South Korea
Jowat SE, a leading manufacturer of industrial adhesives, is continuing the expansion of its global presence with the foundation of a new subsidiary in South Korea. This strategic step reinforces the enterprise’s commitment to the Asia-Pacific region with focused access to one of the most significant industrial markets in the region.
Jowat Korea Co., Ltd., headquartered in Seoul, will be led by Dr. Ralf Schelbach in the role of managing director. Drawing on many years of experience in the adhesives industry, Dr. Schelbach will be responsible for market development and building the local organization.
“With the foundation of our subsidiary in South Korea, we are consistently advancing our international growth strategy,” says Klaus Kullmann, member of Jowat SE’s Board of Directors. “The South Korean market offers significant potential for our innovative adhesive solutions, particularly in the sectors automotive, electronics and packaging. Our local presence enables us to engage more effectively with our customers and to develop solutions tailored to their specific requirements.”
As one of the world’s leading industrial nations, South Korea is known for its highly advanced manufacturing sector and strong investment in research and development. With the new subsidiary, Jowat will be better positioned to meet the growing demand for high-quality adhesive solutions locally while also benefiting from the market’s strong innovation capability.
Ahlstrom Launches Advanced Glass Microfiber Media for HVAC Systems
Ahlstrom, a global leader in fiber‑based specialty materials, announced the launch of a new generation of glass microfiber media for HVAC filtration, designed to meet the growing demand for responsible, high‑performance air filtration solutions. Produced in Turin (Italy), this new platform is made without any intentionally added PFAS while maintaining the durable water‑repellent properties essential for HVAC systems, enabling manufacturers to rely on safer materials without compromising functionality.
Leveraging advanced fiber engineering, the media delivers measurable performance gains – achieving up to 20% lower initial pressure drop and improved pressure build‑up compared with standard glass media on the market. This contributes to better energy efficiency while maintaining stable filtration performance throughout the filter’s lifetime.
Engineered for industrial reliability, the media offers excellent processability and pleat ability, helping reduce waste and limiting the risk of defects during converting. Covering particulate efficiencies from ePM1 65% to ePM1 80% (ISO 16890), the range is suitable for a broad set of HVAC applications, from residential and commercial systems to more demanding industrial environments. By combining reliable moisture management with improved energy performance and robust converting behavior, this new glass microfiber family provides a future‑ready solution aligned with evolving regulatory requirements and increasing sustainability expectations.
MANN+HUMMEL Launches Global Technology & Innovation Center
MANN+HUMMEL, a global provider of filtration solutions, announced the launch of its new Global Technology & Innovation Center in Tumkur, Karnataka, India, as part of its global growth strategy. Positioned as MANN+HUMMEL’s largest development center outside Germany, the facility reinforces India’s role as a hub for engineering, innovation, and advanced filtration technologies.
The Tumkur facility is designed to accelerate global product development and customer-centric innovation by integrating advanced research labs, testing infrastructure, digital engineering, and data analytics under one roof, the company said. This unified approach supports filtration solutions across mobility, industrial applications, and clean air and water purification. The center will enable faster time-to-market and deeper collaboration with customers worldwide, leveraging India’s engineering ecosystem.
Cleanova Announces Relocation to New Berkshire Facility in the UK
Cleanova, a global leader in advanced filtration solutions headquartered in Chattanooga, Tennessee, USA, will relocate its UK operations in Berkshire from Hambridge Road to Rivergate House on London Road, Newbury, in June 2026.
Nearly 200 years after the original Plenty operations began in Berkshire, Cleanova is preparing for the next chapter in its evolution.
As part of the company’s continued growth and transformation, operations will transition from the historic Hambridge Road facility to a new location within Berkshire, reinforcing Cleanova’s long-term commitment to the region and its customers.
“The move to Rivergate House marks an exciting step forward for Cleanova while maintaining our strong local presence in Berkshire,” said Chris Nixon, Sales Director, Eurasia and Director of Product Management for Cleanova. “We are proud of the heritage established at Hambridge Road, grateful to the teams who helped shape that legacy, and excited about the future as we continue to grow as a global filtration company.”
Today, Cleanova brings together 19 specialist filtration brands and more than 1,600 employees worldwide, building on generations of engineering expertise and trusted customer relationships established through the Plenty legacy.
Cleanova has five locations in the United Kingdom alone from the company’s well-established filtration brands including Allied, Micronics, and Plenty.
