Helpful Articles
We have been working in filtration for 40+ years, so we like to think we know a thing or two about filters and filtration. Therefore, to share some of our experience and in turn to help you determine the best filters for you, we have created a number of helpful filtration articles below. If you still have any questions, get in contact for free, helpful advice
Global Trade Uncertainty Drives Demand for UK Manufacturers
Why Businesses Are Turning to UK Manufacturers for Reliability, Quality and Supply Chain Security The manufacturing world in 2025 has been unsettled to put it mildly. Not in a dramatic, Hollywood way, but more in the quietly frustrating sense that the rules keep…
Can I replace an OEM filter with a generic filter? (OEM Filter Alternative)
“Can I replace an OEM filter with a generic filter?” is a common question we get at Microtech Filters, with the short answer to this question being a resounding – Yes! But that opens a whole new set of considerations, especially when it comes to quality, cost, and…
40 years of filter manufacturing excellence in the UK
2024 is a special year for Microtech Filters as it marks their 40th anniversary, not only giving them cause to celebrate, but also giving them the perfect excuse to look back on their history and reflect about what comes next. This once niche vacuum cleaner filter…
What is Ultrasonic Filter Welding?
In filter manufacturing, the methods used to assemble and seal filters are vital to their effectiveness and longevity. One such cutting-edge technique that is revolutionising the industry is Ultrasonic Filter Welding. Here at Microtech Filters, a leading UK filter…
Can you clean filters?
In the ever-changing landscape of industrial and commercial filtration, a question we are often asked is “Are filters washable?” or “Can you clean filters?. As filter manufacturing technologies advance, the answer increasingly leans towards “yes,” thanks to innovative…