Filtrabit expands into India with strategic cooperation with FAFECO

June 11, 2024 – Filtrabit, a pioneering Finnish company specializing in advanced green technology for industrial dust and microparticle emissions control, is excited to announce a strategic cooperation and rental agreement with Fafeco Furnace & Foundry Equipment Co, Pvt Ltd, a leading Overhead Crane manufacturer and Material Handling solutions provider in India.

Filtrabit is known for its innovative solutions that provide more effective and economical methods for dust removal, particularly in the steel, non-ferrous, and quarry industries. This partnership with Fafeco presents a significant opportunity to address the growing demand for dust control in India’s rapidly expanding industrial sectors.

“The Indian market presents significant opportunities for Filtrabit to expand its business and impact by addressing critical needs in dust control,” said Kim Fagerlund, CEO of Filtrabit. “Our focus on steel, non-ferrous, and quarries offers substantial growth potential. We have a unique offering for modernizing existing plant operations by introducing modular leasing dust extraction units. These units provide the most effective dust removal capabilities in a compact and easy-to-install model, without requiring major capital expenditures. We look forward to close cooperation with Fafeco and reducing the environmental footprint of many industrial plant operations in India.” 

“Partnering with Filtrabit aligns with our commitment to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to our clients. By integrating Filtrabit’s advanced dust extraction technology into our operations, we can enhance the efficiency and environmental compliance of our and our clients’ industrial processes as well as improve the work environment for all. This collaboration is a testament to our dedication to continuous improvement and environmental stewardship,” said Shyam Gurnani, Managing Director at Fafeco.

About FAFECO GROUP: Fafeco group is one of India’s leading Crane manufacturers since 1971 having custom designed, manufactured and tested cranes with 560 T load at its works and manufactures innovative material handling solutions for the Steel as well as the Light Metals Industry. FAFECO GROUP comprises multiple firms: FURNACE & FOUNDRY EQUIPMENT CO. PVT LTD, FAFECO ENGINEERS LLP, FAFECO CRANE CARE, FAFECO CRANE AUDIT headquartered at Mumbai, India and an Indo-Canadian Joint Venture firm ADCL-FAFECO Engg. Pvt. Ltd. which also comprises STYMER TECHNOLOGIES (a design solutions organisation) and NOVITEQ (an automations solution provider).

About Filtrabit: Filtrabit is a Finnish company dedicated to green technology solutions for industrial dust and microparticle emissions. With a focus on steel, non-ferrous, and quarry industries, Filtrabit offers advanced, modular dust extraction units that ensure superior dust removal with minimal investment. Filtrabit’s mission is to provide effective and economical environmental solutions to industries worldwide.

For more information on Filtrabit and its innovative solutions, visit the website at Filtrabit.com.

This strategic partnership marks a significant step forward in providing advanced, environmentally friendly solutions to industrial operations in India, highlighting both companies’ commitment to sustainability and innovation.

For more information

Filtrabit
Kim Fagerlund, CEO

Fafeco Group
Shyam Gurnani, Managing Director
+91 22 4340 7777