{"id":172,"date":"2025-09-08T21:59:50","date_gmt":"2025-09-08T19:59:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/staging.filtrontec.de\/?page_id=172"},"modified":"2026-02-25T13:25:17","modified_gmt":"2026-02-25T12:25:17","slug":"history","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/filtrontec.de\/en\/historie\/","title":{"rendered":"History"},"content":{"rendered":"
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History<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Milestones in the company's history<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Participation in ACREX India trade fair<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Together with our partner Arklite<\/a> FILTRONtec takes part in the trade fair ACREX India<\/a> in Mumbai for the first time. From 12 to 14 March, we will be presenting innovative solutions for air pollution control to an international audience of experts. Our participation underlines our growing commitment to the Indian market.
You will find us in hall 6 at stand A07.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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2024<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Partnership in India<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In collaboration with AHK<\/a> , Arklite<\/a> has been secured as a partner for the development of new air pollution control devices specifically for the Indian market. The acquisition and product development are currently being realised. Many valuable contacts and the joint product development allow us to look to the future with optimism.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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2023<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Research project<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As part of a research project funded by the Zentralen Innovationsprogramm Mittelstand (<\/strong>ZIM<\/a>)<\/strong> 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 indoor and building ventilation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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2022<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Extension of the M30 tunnel, Madrid<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Installation of an air filter in the extension of the M30 tunnel, Nuevo Mahou-Calder\u00f3n section. Based on the successful work of the Spanish subsidiary, Madrid is once again placing its trust in FILTRONtec.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Construction site Calle M30<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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2021<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Project in China<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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2020<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Indoor air filter amficab <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Development of the indoor air filter amficab for the removal of viruses, germs, fine dust and gaseous pollutants in closed rooms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

http:\/\/www.amficab.de\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Central-Wan Chai Bypass, Hong Kong<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Wan Chai Bypass, Hong Kong<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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2015 \/ 2017<\/p>\n\n\n\n

International projects<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Planning and design of exhaust air filter systems in Korea, China and Australia.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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2014<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strengthening the Asian market<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Foundation of the subsidiary FILTRONtec Limited, Hong Kong. Order for eight exhaust air filter systems for the Central-Wan Chai Bypass in Hong Kong.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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2010<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Completion of M5East tunnel<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Air filter system at the M5East Tunnel, Sydney<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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2009<\/p>\n\n\n\n

M5 East Tunnel order and expansion to Australia<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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2007 \/ 2008<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Madrid M30 tunnel<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Air outlet at tunnel Calle M30 Rio<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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2006<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Expansion in Europe<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Establishment of a branch in Bitterfeld-Wolfen and the subsidiary FILTRONtec ESPA\u00d1A, S.L. based in Madrid. FILTRONtec GmbH also receives two orders for the planning and installation of three exhaust air filtration systems in the Calle M30 Rio tunnel in Madrid.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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2005<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Leiden City Tunnel, Netherlands<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Project planning for an exhaust air filter system for the city tunnel in Leiden.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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2004<\/p>\n\n\n\n

M5East Tunnel, Sydney<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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2003<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mont Blanc Tunnel<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Planning of an air filter system for the 11.4 kilometre Mont Blanc tunnel together with the French engineering company SCETAUROUTE.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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2001<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tiergarten Tunnel Berlin<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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2000<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Foundation of FILTRONtec GmbH<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

FILTRONtec GmbH is founded in Starnberg, focussing on air filter systems for road tunnels and underground structures.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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1994<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hamburg Elbe Tunnel pilot project<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Pilot filter system at the Elbe tunnel in Hamburg<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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1982<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Foundation of DR. DICKELS & PARTNER<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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