INDA expects more than 1,500 industry participants and more than 140 exhibitors to showcase their latest innovations in 18,400 square feet at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia. The exhibition will take place from 8-10 November. New this year, complimentary admission to the exhibit hall will be offered to industry participants on 10 November.

“The unwavering strength of the Filtration International Conference & Exposition demonstrates the importance and staying power of the filtration segment as it responds to seismic shifts in our industry and the world around us,” said INDA President Dave Rousse. “This event continues to show its tremendous value in connecting industry pioneers, providing clear solutions to needs, and presenting the latest on important industry topics.”

Pure Need programme

Focused on the theme of Pure Need, which reflects the solutions-orientation of the exhibits, the conference will feature presentations by industry thought leaders in the areas of Pure Science, Insights, Standards, Need, and Facts.

Alfred Weber, President and CEO, MANN+HUMMEL International and GmbH & Co. KG will deliver the keynote address on Filtration Meets Digitalization, followed by a full slate of presentations from top scientists, researchers, engineers, product developers, business leaders, and government officials on 8 November.

The Filtration Exposition kicks off on 9 November and will be highlighted by an industry reception on the show floor where INDA will commemorate the important 25th year milestone with a special recognition. The event also fulfils the educational needs of participants with a one-and-a-half day course from 8-9 November on Nonwoven Filter Media, led by Christine Sun, PhD, Principal, Filtration Technologies International.

Connecting with customers

“INDA and the annual Filtration International Conference and Exposition are vital to our success and growth in this market,” said Daniel E. Oberle, Director Global Market Development, Henkel Adhesive Technologies. “The conference offers a comprehensive and compact view of the entire industry in just a few days, helping to ensure the needs of the industry and the technology developments are properly aligned.”

Catherine Aikman, Corporate Communications Manager, Hollingsworth & Vose, also commented: “H&V has been an exhibitor, presenter, and organizing committee member at the Filtration Show for years.  As a filtration media manufacturer, the Filtration Show remains an important venue to showcase our products and network with present and prospective customers. Even in this digital age, the personal interaction possible only at the show makes it critical to our marketing effort.” 

Brian Vancrum, Vice President & General Manager, CLARCOR Industrial Air, said participation in the event allows his company to “connect with current customers and suppliers while developing new customers, and learning about new technology and the evolving competitive dynamics in our industry segment.” He added: “Filtration 2016 is an extremely valuable forum for charting the future direction of our industrial filtration business.”

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