The demands placed on modern filtration systems continue to increase. Whether for clean air, reliable water treatment, low-emission industrial processes, or energy-efficient manufacturing, high-performance filtration technologies have become indispensable across a wide range of industries. Reflecting this growing importance, FILTECH 2026 in Cologne - one of the world's leading trade fairs for filtration and separation technologies - attracted strong international interest.
With 582 exhibitors from 36 countries, the exhibition brought together manufacturers, machinery suppliers, material developers, and end users to discuss the latest developments and future trends in the filtration and separation industry. Follmann participated with its Adhesive Solutions business unit, showcasing adhesive solutions for demanding applications in the filtration industry.
Adhesives as a key enabler of high-performance filtration systems
Modern filtration systems place demanding requirements on both materials and manufacturing processes. Adhesives play a vital role by enabling the reliable lamination of filter media, securely bonding activated carbon, and permanently joining complex filter components. As a result, they make an important contribution to the performance, durability, and process reliability of today's filtration systems.
At FILTECH, we demonstrated how application-specific adhesive solutions can help optimize manufacturing processes while meeting the individual requirements of a wide range of filtration applications.
A partnership-driven development approach
Discussions at our booth focused on specific applications and current development projects. One clear trend emerged: many companies are looking for more than just a material supplier. They seek development partners who understand their processes, contribute technical expertise, and work collaboratively to create tailored solutions.
This collaborative approach is at the heart of Follmann's philosophy. Working closely with our customers, we develop adhesive solutions that sustainably enhance both product quality and manufacturing efficiency.
Strong growth potential ahead
The outlook for the filtration industry remains highly promising. Stricter environmental regulations, increasing requirements for air and water quality, and emerging applications in sectors such as energy, mobility, chemicals, and digital technologies continue to drive global demand for high-performance filtration systems.
With extensive application expertise and many years of experience in developing high-performance adhesive systems, we support our customers in realizing innovative filtration solutions - today and in the future.
