Donaldson Far East Ltd.

 

Filter Manufacturing Automation System Improves Efficiency of Air Filter Production

 

 

Client

Donaldson Far East Limited

 

Client's Profile

Donaldson Far East Limited is a leading worldwide manufacturer of air filters.

 

Client's Needs

Air filter is used to keep contaminants from entering the system

Air filters are produced by machines in a "Class 100" clean room under stringent requirements such as zero contamination

The client requested HKPC to design and develop a fully automatic machine for the mass production of air filters

 

HKPC's Services/Solutions

In 2004, HKPC designed and developed the Air Filter Automation System (RFAS) and built 3 sets of RFAS machines for the company

The new system incorporates technologies such as automatic thickness gauging, machine vision and electrostatic cleaning

 

Productivity Achievements

Significantly improves efficiency of air filter production

Smart design of tool changeover for different product configurations – only 10 to 15 minutes