The international association representing nonwovens and related materials, EDANA, has unveiled the program of the FILTREX Asia conference and exhibition which runs on March 17-18 in Hong Kong.

“Participants will find the same ingredients that have made the FILTREX series so successful, with more than 1,500 attendees in Europe and Asia over the past 10 years”, said Pierre Wiertz, general manager at EDANA.

Starting with a keynote address on “Present & Future of the Chinese Filtration and Separation Business” by Wang Yanxi, Chairman of the Chinese Filtration Society and he will review the latest developments in nonwoven filter media for the region and across the globe.

Experts from market leaders will also speak on trends and innovations in air, liquid and automotive filtration, which will also be complemented by a session on filter testing and standards.

“Opportunities for companies to present and discuss individual products and services with potential customers are included”, said Wiertz.

He added, “The tabletop exhibition is an important feature of all FILTREX events, and this will make FILTREX Asia a unique promotional opportunity for all companies with particular interest in the Chinese and Asia-Pacific filtration market”.

EDANA added, “The convenient location of this edition of FILTREX, sponsored by the Hong Kong Nonwovens Association and in cooperation with ANFA, the CFS and CNTA, is already prompting strong interest from global participants.” (AR)