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Next Generation Filtration Product Development
NIRI translates filtration innovative ideas into market-ready products by leveraging its core services in product development, market and application development, and supply chain and manufacturing support.
Our expertise spans critical filtration applications such as air purification, liquid filtration, and industrial filtration systems.
Filtration Market Insights
Fibrous materials play a vital role in the filtration industry, enhancing filtration systems’ efficiency, durability, and effectiveness. The global filtration market is estimated at USD 37.1 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 47.1 billion by 2029, with a CAGR of 4.9%.
This significant growth is driven by several key factors, including increasing environmental regulations, rising awareness of health and safety, and technological advancements in nonwoven materials and filtration technologies.
Additionally, industrial growth, rapid urbanisation, infrastructure development, increased disposable income, the impact of health crises like the COVID-19 pandemic, expansion in the automotive and aerospace sectors, demand for clean energy solutions, and consumer demand for sustainable products are all contributing to the heightened demand for advanced filtration materials.
Regulation Driving Innovation in the Filtration Sector
The nonwovens filtration industry is at a pivotal moment as global legislation drives innovation and sustainability. Key regulatory changes include:
PFAS Restrictions
The EU and U.S. are implementing stringent regulations on PFAS due to their environmental and health risks. By 2025, the EU will enforce a total ban on many PFAS under REACH, while the U.S. EPA is introducing measures to limit PFAS exposure. This demands the development of alternative materials and processes.
Single-Use Plastics
The EU’s sanctions on disposable plastics are reshaping the spunlace nonwovens sector. Brands must innovate with sustainable fibers to stay compliant and competitive, moving towards technologies like airlaid and wetlaid nonwovens.
Filtration Standards
Consistent global standards for filtration products are essential. Innovations like electrostatic charges are gaining traction in Asia for their efficiency, pushing global manufacturers to standardise and enhance their products.
NIRI is at the forefront of these innovations, offering cutting-edge R&D to help brands navigate these regulatory changes and develop sustainable, high-performance nonwoven products. Partner with us to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market.
NEXT GENERATION PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
Our Key Filtration Applications
At NIRI, we specialise in developing cutting-edge products that address critical needs in the filtration sector. Our expertise covers a wide range of applications, including air filtration, liquid filtration, and industrial filtration systems. Explore how our advanced materials and technologies transform clean air and water markets.
Air Filtration
NIRI applies its product development services to innovate novel technologies that enhance air purification. Technologies we can develop include high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters, electrostatic precipitators, smart filters with real-time monitoring capabilities, HVAC systems, clean room filters, cabin air filters, vacuum filters, hot air and gas filtration, and respirators.
Liquid Filtration
NIRI drives innovation in next-generation liquid filtration systems through our advanced product and material development expertise. We develop cutting-edge solutions for water filtration using advanced membrane filters, activated carbon filters, and bio-based filtration materials. Our innovations extend to oil filtration, fuel filters, coalescing filters, air demisters, and specialised filters for food and drink, including coffee, milk, beer, and wine.
Industrial Filtration Systems
Fibrous materials are often used as key components in industrial filtration systems, offering high performance and durability. NIRI helps its customers develop scalable and commercially viable systems such as oil and gas filtration media, chemical processing filters, and dust collection systems.
PFAS Filtration Innovation at NIRI
NIRI leverages its extensive experience in developing advanced filtration systems to address the challenges posed by Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS). Our team has a proven track record in creating effective PFAS filters and PFAS-free products, ensuring safer and more sustainable solutions for our customers. Explore our detailed insights and innovations in PFAS filtration by reading our PFAS Whitepaper.
Discover how NIRI is at the forefront of tackling PFAS contamination through cutting-edge filtration technologies and material science advancements.
WHY CHOOSE NIRI
Your Partner for Filtration Innovation
With the medical nonwovens market projected to grow significantly, driven by global demographic shifts, the prevalence of infectious diseases, and stringent healthcare regulations, NIRI is positioned at the forefront of this expanding field. NIRI is committed to advancing healthcare by integrating fibres, nonwovens and advanced materials. Our expertise in material science and engineering, combined with a deep understanding of medical needs, allows us to deliver next-generation medical products.
Contact us to explore how NIRI can help your company increase its market share and competitiveness.