NEW FACTORY GUIDE AUTOMOTIVE AIR FILTERS

Start Your Air Filter Factory
With a Clear Production Plan.

Tell us what filter you want to make. PLM helps you match the machines, materials, tooling, process, installation and training needed to move from an idea to a working factory.

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36 years of industry experienceMachines + materials + toolingInstallation & training support

PLM engineer helping an overseas customer plan an automotive air filter production line

FROM EMPTY SPACETO A WORKING FILTER LINE

“Which machines do I need?”

PLM'S ANSWERFirst define the filter. Then design the process.

A FOUR-CHAPTER FACTORY STORY

Don't buy disconnected machines.
Build a connected production process.

THE QUESTION01

Where should I start?

A machine list is not a factory plan. Your filter type, size, capacity, budget and local labor conditions decide what you actually need.

THE PLAN02

Match the whole process

PLM maps each production step, then matches machines, filter media, tooling, testing and factory layout around your target product.

THE BUILD03

Turn the plan into production

From installation guidance to operator training and machine adjustment, your team gets practical support for a smoother start-up.

THE RESULT04

A line designed for your business

Start with a practical configuration today and keep a clear path for future capacity, product range and automation upgrades.

YOUR FIVE STARTING POINTS

A suitable line starts with
the right questions.

You do not need to know every machine model. Give us these five facts and our team can begin shaping a practical configuration.

01Filter typePanel, PU, truck, special shape
02Filter sizeDimensions or product sample
03Target capacityPieces per day or shift
04Factory planAvailable space and utilities
05Automation goalLabor, budget and growth plan

WHAT THE COMPLETE PROCESS MAY INCLUDE

One filter. Six connected production stages.

The final configuration depends on your product and capacity. PLM helps match each step so the line works as a system.

Filter media

Paper selection & preparation

Pleating

Pleat height, count & stability

Cutting

Size and shape preparation

Frame forming

PU molding or assembly route

Finishing

Trimming, printing & packing

Quality check

Performance and dimensional tests

Your plan may also include molds, material storage, curing, conveyors, printing, packing, testing equipment and spare parts according to the selected filter route.

BEYOND MACHINES

What you receive from PLM

Process configuration

A step-by-step production route matched to your air filter.

Machine matching

Suitable equipment options based on filter size and target output.

Materials & tooling

Filter media, molds and consumables matched to the selected process.

Layout guidance

A clearer view of machine placement, workflow and required space.

Installation support

Practical installation, adjustment and commissioning guidance.

Operator training

Operation, maintenance and troubleshooting support for your team.

FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION

Let's draw the first version
of your factory plan.

Share the information you already have. A PLM specialist will follow up to clarify your product, production goal and suitable next step.

What happens next?

We review your filter and target capacity.
We clarify missing technical information.
We recommend a suitable process direction.

COMMON FIRST QUESTIONS

Before you start

Can PLM help if I am new to filter manufacturing?

Yes. We can begin with your target filter, local market, expected capacity and budget, then explain the required production steps and suitable equipment direction.

Can I start with a semi-automatic line?

Yes. The suitable automation level depends on capacity, labor, budget and product range. Your plan can keep a practical path for future upgrades.

Do you provide materials and molds with the machines?

PLM can support machine, filter material, mold/tooling and process matching so that purchasing decisions are coordinated around the same product.

What should I send for an accurate recommendation?

Filter samples, drawings or dimensions, target daily output, factory space, available utilities and any current production problems are useful starting information.

Start an Air Filter Factory

Start Your Air Filter Factory With a Clear Production Plan.

Don't buy disconnected machines. Build a connected production process.