Technical textiles specialist Arville has taken over Delta Filter Services, towards its goal to position itself as a ‘best-in-class’ specialist in the design, weaving, finishing, coating and fabrication of technical textiles. Delta’s business, equipment, order book and customers have become part of Arville’s existing fabrication business unit in Bradford.

Andy Smith, group head of marketing for Arville, said: “We are delighted to announce this acquisition and welcome the team from Delta to the Arville family. This is an exciting new chapter for all of us.”

“Our new colleagues’ knowledge and expertise will strengthen our portfolio, and enhance our capability, in the area of industrial filtration products – used in a wide range of sectors and applications. Together, we are a very good fit and Delta’s projects and markets complement our existing work in this area,” Smith added.

“This latest acquisition is part of the ongoing growth of our group of companies, as we work towards a goal of growing output and sales. Our strategic aim is to position Arville as a ‘best-in-class’ specialist in the design, weaving, finishing, coating and fabrication of technical textiles,” Smith said.

Delta Filter Services dates back 25 years in the field of high-quality replacement filter products – notably anti-bacterial air socks, fabric dust filters and cartridge filters – for sectors including food and pharmaceutical.

This year, Arville has already boosted its fabric engineering capabilities with a suite of new weaving looms and a warping machine worth over £1.2 million.