World Filtration Institute’s online course scheduled for April 8

TORONTO, Canada, 30 March 2025: The World Filtration Institute (WFI) has announced an upcoming online course, titled Air Filtration: Fundamentals, Applications, Innovations, and Future Trends, scheduled for Tuesday, April 8, from 8am to 10am, EDT. The session will be available live as well as a recorded resource.

According to WFI, Dr Iyad Al-Attar, Strategic Director, WFI, Canada, will serve as the instructor, leading an expert panel, comprising:

· Dr Marc Schmidt, Vice President of Technologies Europe at AAF International, Germany

· Nick Agopian, President of Reviveaire, USA

· Satish Dinakaran, Senior Principal at AprilAire, USA

· Dr R Vijayakumar, Founder of AERFIL, USA

· Dr. Christine Sun, President of WFI, USA

According to WFI, the course aims to provide industry professionals with a comprehensive understanding of air filtration science, covering fundamental principles, application-specific considerations, industry challenges and emerging innovations.

WFI said the course will cover basic filtration principles, including historical perspectives, particle collection mechanisms, filter performance characteristics and selection criteria based on application sensitivities. Maintenance strategies and the impact of particle loading on system performance, WFI said, will also be discussed.

According to WFI, the course will explore filtration requirements in various settings, including HVAC systems in commercial and residential buildings, healthcare facilities, pharmaceutical manufacturing, transportation systems and microelectronics production. WFI said it will also touch on air quality management in power generation, food and beverage processing and personal protection.

WFI highlighted several industry challenges, including pre-clogging, leakage, filter failures and compliance with regulatory standards. The course, WFI said, will address additional

considerations, such as climate-related impacts, energy consumption management and public awareness.

WFI said advancements in filtration technology, including smart filters, sensor integration and AI-driven monitoring, will be key discussion points. Sustainable materials, energy-efficient designs and trends in reusable filtration solutions will also be addressed, it added.

According to WFI, the course will conclude with a panel discussion, offering insights from industry experts and an interactive Q&A session for participants.