European depth filtration association
Foundation: 1992 | Headquarters: Bad KreuznachPurpose of the association
Common interests
of our members as well as to contribute to the sustainable benefit of the users of depth filters through overarching activities
Rules, definition, specification
The determination of application-oriented rules, purity definitions and other specifications of depth filters with the aim of their integration into the relevant national and international recommendations, ordinances and laws
Cooperation
in matters where a joint approach is more effective and economical. For example the
- Representation of common interests of the members towards authorities
- legislative bodies in the national and international arena
- especially in hearing procedures
Public Relation
The representation of the common interests of the members in public, with authorities and associations
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The professional association is free to make its own decisions and is not bound by any instructions
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The EFT is not allowed to operate economically and in no way interferes with the free competition between the suppliers of depth filters
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The professional association does not pursue any political goals
Projects | Examples
- Development of generally recognized examination methods
- Implementation of REACH in the filtration industry
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Declaration standards / labeling requirements
- Investigations within the framework of the asbestos discussion
- durability of filter media
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Training documents on depth filtration for technical schools and universities
Presentation
on the history, theory, production, characterization and application of depth filtration
The European Specialist Association for Depth Filtration (EFT) eV is supported by a scientific advisory board consisting of representatives from various international universities whose performance and skills are related to depth filtration.
In the spirit of the association’s purpose of “public relations” and “promotion of the use of depth filters”, the present presentation “Fundamentals of depth filtration” was created by the members of the EFT eV in cooperation with the scientific advisory board.
These documents may be reproduced and redistributed in part or in full for training purposes in paper and electronic form with appropriate reference to the source.
We would be pleased if these training documents were actively used and contributed to a deeper understanding and more efficient use of depth filtration.
Analysis regulations & statements
As part of its work, EFT has developed analytical methods that describe the purity definition and other specifications of the depth filter products. The analysis methods are an integral part of the relevant national and international recommendations and regulations.
The standardized analysis ensures a defined evaluation of the depth filter products and their quality control at all times.
The EFT issues statements on topics of particular relevance, which describe the clear positioning of the product and its application
analysis methods
Disposal of Filter Sheets
OIV-Approval-Filter-Sheets
Supply of Energy & Raw Materials
Statutes
The attached Articles of Association were revised in 2023 and adapted to the legal and personal circumstances. As part of the adaptation process, the EFT is establishing a scientific advisory board (associate members), which advises the EFT on technical issues and provides support in the implementation of projects and tasks.
Statute
Members of the EFT
Ordinary Members
Eaton Technologies GmbH – Filtration Division
FILTROX AG
Pall Filtersystems GmbH
Associate members
AHLSTROM ITALIA SPA
Gusmer Enterprises, Inc.
Extraordinary Members | Scientific Advisory Board
ZHAW
Hochschule GEISENHEIM University
TUM – Chair of Brewing and Beverage Technology
PMV – Chair of Paper Technology and Mechanical Process Engineering
