History
Milestones in the company's history
2024
Partnership in India
In cooperation with the AHK, a partner for the development of new devices for air pollution control is being acquired in India in the form of the company Arklite. Acquisition and product development are currently being implemented.
2023
Research project
As part of a research project funded by the Central Innovation Programme for SMEs (ZIM) FILTRONtec is developing an innovative filter station for metro stations. The aim is to sustainably improve the air quality in heavily frequented areas and set new standards in room and building ventilation.
2022
Extension of the M30 tunnel, Madrid
Installation of an air filter in the extension of the M30 tunnel, Nuevo Mahou-Calderón section. Based on the successful work of the Spanish subsidiary, Madrid is once again placing its trust in FILTRONtec.
2021
Project in China
Delivery of ESP modules and high-voltage supply for two air filter systems in the Guimiao Road Tunnel, Shenzhen. Installation is being carried out by a local partner.
2020
Development amficab FV20
Development of the amficab FV20 room air filter for the removal of viruses, germs, fine dust and gaseous pollutants in closed rooms.
2019
Central-Wan Chai Bypass, Hong Kong
Opening of the Central-Wan Chai Bypass with eight FILTRONtec air filter systems, which have been in operation ever since. At the time, this was the largest air filter system in a road tunnel in the world.
2015 / 2017
International projects
Planning and project management of exhaust air filter systems in Korea, China and Australia.
2014
Strengthening the Asian market
Foundation of the subsidiary FILTRONtec Limited, Hong Kong. Order for eight exhaust air filter systems for the Central-Wan Chai Bypass in Hong Kong.
2010
Completion of M5East tunnel
The air filter system in the M5 East tunnel is commissioned on schedule after less than eight months of construction and handed over to the tunnel operator.
2009
M5 East Tunnel order and expansion to Australia
The order is placed for the installation of an air filter system in the existing M5 East Tunnel, Sydney. Foundation of the subsidiary FILTRONtec Pty Ltd in Sydney.
2007 / 2008
Madrid M30 tunnel
Commissioning of the three exhaust air filtration systems in the M30 tunnel as part of an urban development project to relocate traffic below ground level and create new parks and recreational areas on the banks of the Manzanares.
2006
Expansion in Europe
Establishment of a branch in Bitterfeld-Wolfen and the subsidiary FILTRONtec ESPAÑA, S.L. based in Madrid. FILTRONtec GmbH also receives an order for the planning and installation of three exhaust air filtration systems in the Calle M30 Rio tunnel in Madrid.
2005
Leiden City Tunnel, Netherlands
Project planning for an exhaust air filter system for the city tunnel in Leiden.
2004
M5East Tunnel, Sydney
The Road and Traffic Authority (RTA) of New South Wales (NSW) qualifies FILTRONtec as one of three providers for the planning and installation of a pilot filter system in the M5 East Tunnel, Sydney, as part of an international competition.
2003
Mont Blanc Tunnel
Planning of an air filter system for the 11.4 kilometre Mont Blanc tunnel together with the French engineering company SCETAUROUTE.
2001
Tiergarten Tunnel Berlin
Project planning of a modern exhaust air filter system for the Tiergartentunnel in Berlin as a sustainable alternative to an exhaust air chimney on the forecourt of Berlin's main railway station.
2000
Foundation of FILTRONtec GmbH
FILTRONtec GmbH is founded in Starnberg, focussing on air filter systems for road tunnels and underground structures.
1994
Hamburg Elbe Tunnel pilot project
The Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg commissions DR. DICKELS & PARTNER with the development of a pilot filter system for cleaning the tunnel exhaust air at the Elbe Tunnel, funded by the Federal Ministry of Education, Research and Technology (BMFT).
1982
Foundation of DR. DICKELS & PARTNER
In Starnberg, the engineering company DR. DICKELS & PARTNER is founded in Starnberg. Initially, the focus is on the planning of innovative energy generation plants. Shortly afterwards, the field of activity expands to include processes for air pollution control.
