01 / ENGINEERING
Filter selection & system sizing
Filtration technology, media grade, filter area, flow, pressure drop, housing configuration and materials of construction.
Request sizing support →Industrial Filtration Support
Filtra International / Engineering services
Industrial Filtration Engineering, Testing & Technical Support
From filter selection and bench-scale filtration trials to pilot testing, full-scale evaluations and equipment rental, we help industrial customers find, verify and implement the right filtration solution.
Independent technology selection | Practical process trials | International technical support
Filtration system sizing
In-house filtration trials
Pilot and full-scale testing
Equipment rental options
Engineering-led filtration solutions
A practical approach to improving filtration performance
Selecting a filter involves more than a micron rating. Process flow, viscosity, temperature, solids loading, pressure loss, chemical compatibility and product quality all affect the final system.
Filtra International brings together engineering expertise, comparative filtration trials, a broad range of technologies and scalable test arrangements. We can start with a liquid sample or an existing installation, evaluate alternatives and support trials under real production conditions.
01 / REVIEW
Understand the process
Define the problem, operating conditions and required outcome.
02 / SELECT
Compare technologies
Review suitable filter media, housings and separation methods.
03 / TEST
Evaluate performance
Use bench trials, pilot equipment or specialist studies as appropriate.
04 / IMPLEMENT
Scale with confidence
Translate the trial results into equipment selection and process integration.
What we do
Filtration engineering and technical services
From process troubleshooting to temporary production-scale equipment, choose the level of support that fits your project.
02 / OPTIMISATION
Troubleshooting & process improvement
Evaluate clogging, short filter life, unstable throughput, contamination, production bottlenecks and filtration cost.
Discuss a process problem →03 / IN-HOUSE TESTING
Bench-scale filtration & filterability trials
Compare small-scale filtration options using representative fluid samples, filter discs, cartridges and filter bags.
How our trials work →04 / ON-SITE TRIALS
Pilot-scale & full-scale testing
Evaluate filtration or separation performance with temporary equipment under the customer's actual operating conditions.
Explore on-site testing →05 / EQUIPMENT ACCESS
Filter housing & equipment rental
Rental and temporary evaluation arrangements for selected filter housings, separation equipment and process systems.
Discuss equipment rental →06 / SPECIALIST SUPPORT
Advanced testing & validation support
Coordinate application-specific laboratory analysis, membrane integrity testing and documented studies for demanding processes.
Explore specialist testing →From sample to insight
In-house bench-scale filtration trials
Practical comparative testing helps identify promising filter media and process conditions before committing to a larger installation.
Using representative samples, we can perform small-scale filtration evaluations with filter discs and, where relevant, short cartridges or filter bags. Trials can compare filtration time, processed volume, visible clarity, filter loading and the influence of conditions such as temperature.
- Preliminary filterability screening and media comparison
- Evaluation of flow behaviour and filtration time
- Early-stage troubleshooting and improvement proposals
- Input for pilot planning, process optimisation and filter selection
Trial equipment & practical evaluation
Pilot-scale testing, full-scale trials & equipment rental
When actual production conditions matter, we can arrange an appropriate temporary filtration or separation setup at the customer's site. Trial operation can be carried out by the customer or supported by Filtra International, depending on the project.
Pilot filtration systems
Evaluate alternative filter media, housings or separation principles on a representative process stream before plant-scale adoption.
Full-scale production trials
Test a suitable filter housing, vibratory separator, self-cleaning filter or oil skimmer under normal plant operating conditions.
Flexible rental arrangements
Temporary equipment for proof-of-concept work, process improvements and production evaluation. Selection is matched to operating conditions and project needs.
Filter housings →
Vibratory separators →
Self-cleaning filters →
Oil skimmers →
Capsule & lab filters →
Trial and rental configuration is agreed for the application, operating conditions, equipment availability and site requirements.
Specialist studies for demanding applications
Advanced filtration testing & laboratory analysis
Complex processes may benefit from dedicated analytical methods, documented filter studies and specialist evaluations. Filtra International can help define the test objective and coordinate an appropriate technical programme.
- Membrane integrity testing: Bubble Point, Diffusion / Forward Flow and Water Intrusion where applicable
- Filtration compatibility, filterability and process performance studies
- Extractables and leachables investigations for relevant materials
- Contamination analysis and selected chemical or material testing
- Validation-related studies, including specialist microbial or virus-retention studies where relevant
Scope, test methods and documentation are defined around the product and intended application.
One process, multiple technologies
Technology selection based on actual process requirements
Our engineering approach draws from a broad portfolio of filtration and separation technologies, allowing equipment selection around the fluid, contamination profile, required performance and operating conditions.
LIQUID FILTRATION
Filter bags & cartridges
Depth, surface, pleated and membrane filtration for suitable industrial and process liquids.
Explore liquid filtration →CONTINUOUS PROCESS
Self-cleaning filtration
Automated solids removal for demanding continuous liquid filtration applications.
View self-cleaning filters →SEPARATION
Vibratory separation
Screening, classification and solid-liquid separation for suitable slurries and powders.
View vibratory separator →FREE OIL REMOVAL
Oil skimming systems
Oil separation solutions with practical collector-tube tests for suitable floating oils.
Explore Tube Test Kit option →ENGINEERED COMPONENTS
Porous sintered metal
Custom metal elements for filtration, diffusion and controlled fluid or gas flow.
View porous metal media →QUALITY-CRITICAL PROCESSES
Integrity & specialist filters
Membrane filtration, integrity testing systems and application-specific technical support.
View integrity testers →Real-world Filtra application
Automotive coating production: testing a better filtration approach
In a coatings application, an existing self-cleaning filtration system was not consistently capturing fine, soft contaminants. After reviewing the process, Filtra International proposed depth filtration and installed a test unit directly in production.
The trial demonstrated improved contamination removal and coating quality. The customer requested that the temporary filtration unit remain in operation while the permanent solution was prepared.
Frequently asked questions
Filtration engineering, trials & rental FAQ
Can Filtra International test a sample of our process liquid?
Yes. Filtra International can evaluate representative samples using small-scale filtration trials to compare suitable filter media and explore process improvements. The required sample volume and test approach depend on the fluid, filtration objective and proposed media.
What is bench-scale filterability testing used for?
Bench-scale filterability testing helps compare filtration behaviour, throughput, filter loading and practical media selection on a smaller sample before planning pilot or production-scale evaluations.
Can we rent a filter housing or other filtration equipment for a trial?
Yes. Filtra International can arrange temporary equipment and rental options for suitable projects, including filter housings and selected filtration or separation equipment. Configuration, availability and rental terms are reviewed for the application.
Do you support pilot-scale and full-scale filtration trials at our factory?
Yes. Filtra can help define a pilot-scale or full-scale trial using suitable equipment under real process conditions. Trials can be customer-operated or supported by our technical team, depending on the project.
Can Filtra help with filter clogging, short filter lifetime or low flow?
Yes. Engineering support can review operating flow, viscosity, pressure loss, solids loading, filter media, surface area, process temperature and system configuration to identify possible improvements.
Can you arrange filter integrity testing, validation or laboratory analysis?
Yes. Filtra International can coordinate specialist testing and studies relevant to the filtration application, including membrane integrity methods, material compatibility, analytical testing, extractables and leachables and validation-related work.
How does the Oil Skimmers Tube Test Kit fit into a project?
For suitable tube-type oil skimmer applications, the Tube Test Kit helps assess how the collector material interacts with the actual oil and process liquid. It can provide an early practical indication before selecting a complete oil skimming arrangement.
What information should we provide for a filtration engineering enquiry?
Describe the process and required outcome, fluid or gas composition, flow rate or batch volume, temperature, viscosity, pressure, contamination type, existing equipment and any quality or material requirements. Process drawings or sample details can also be useful.
Speak with Filtra International
Have a filtration problem, process sample or pilot project?
Tell us what you need to improve. We can discuss a technical review, bench trial, specialist study, temporary filter housing or on-site testing arrangement.