Camfil: Every breath matters

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People consume about 1 kg of food and 2 kg of water each day — yet we inhale a staggering 15 kg of air. Breathing is effortless, automatic, and often taken for granted. But while we trust the air around us to be clean, the truth is, that trust is increasingly misplaced.

Clean air: A human right – or a luxury?

Across Asia, home to some of the world's most polluted cities, the numbers are sobering. According to the World Health Organization, a staggering 92 percent of people in Asia and the Pacific — nearly 4 billion individuals — are exposed to dangerous levels of air pollution. Clean air, something we all need to survive, is becoming a privilege.

Camfil believes it shouldn't be. Clean air is a human right.

A 60-year mission to improve the air we breathe

For over half a century, Camfil has been at the forefront of clean air innovation. From commercial buildings and industrial facilities to ultra-sensitive environments like biosafety labs, semiconductor plants, and pharmaceutical production lines, Camfil's solutions are designed to do more than filter air — they protect people, equipment, and the planet.

With every filter Camfil designs, it asks: how to improve performance, reduce energy use, and lower environmental impact — without compromise? The answer lies in smart engineering, sustainable thinking, and relentless innovation.

Today, Camfil operates from its headquarters in Stockholm, Sweden, with 29 manufacturing sites, six research and development centres, local teams in over 35 countries, and over 5,700 employees globally.

Taking responsibility for the air indoors

In most parts of the world, we spend up to 90 percent of our time indoors. The quality of the air inside our homes, workplaces, hospitals, and schools directly affects our health, productivity, and wellbeing. That's why Camfil launched its Chief Airgonomics Officer initiative — a global call to action, encouraging companies to take clear ownership of their indoor air quality.

Engineering the future of filtration

Camfil's portfolio is as diverse as it is specialised. From basic air purification to nuclear-grade filtration systems, it delivers clean air solutions across industries such as healthcare & life sciences, microelectronics & semiconductor, food & beverage, data centres, auto & e-mobility, metalworking & laser welding, farming & agriculture, commercial buildings, nuclear and gas turbine power plant, and many more.

Every solution is tailored to the specific demands of the environment — whether that means removing ultrafine particles, controlling odours and gases, or protecting sensitive processes.

A Legacy built on performance and trust

Camfil's reputation is rooted not just in innovation, but in efficiency and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). Its systems are designed to reduce energy consumption without compromising on performance — delivering real savings for our customers and measurable benefits for the environment.

In fact, over the past decade, Camfil's flagship product, the Hi-Flo bag filter, has delivered over 29 million units, helping thousands of buildings and businesses enhance indoor air quality while reducing energy consumption.

Camfil in China: A clean air milestone

Camfil's journey in China began in 2001 with its first facility in Kunshan city. In 2022, it opened a cutting-edge 40,000 m² plant in Taicang, Jiangsu — a major hub for clean air innovation in the Asia-Pacific region.

This facility features four advanced production lines, a full-scale R&D center aligned with ISO 16890, and the capacity to produce general ventilation filters, turbomachinery filters, molecular contamination control products, and air pollution control systems.

Every Camfil product undergoes rigorous testing and meets international standards including EN1822 and ISO 16890, ensuring excellence levels of efficiency, safety, and reliability.

"Congratulations on the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Sweden. This milestone underscores the strong ties between our nations. Looking ahead, Camfil remains committed to driving a sustainable future by strengthening our presence in China and serving the market with advanced clean air solutions to support healthier environments and long-term growth," said Bruce Zhang, managing director Camfil China.

Leaders of Camfil : from left to right: Dan Larson, Dept. EVP Supply Chain, SVP Operations of Camfil Group; Zhang Zhan, deputy mayor of Taicang; Mark Simmons, CEO at Camfil AB; Wang Xiangyuan, secretary of the CPC Taicang Municipal Committee; Marie-Claire Swärd Capra, consul general ambassador, consulate general of Sweden in Shanghai; Mao Yaping, member of the Standing Committee of the CPC Taicang Municipal Committee and secretary of the Working Committee of the Taicang High-Tech Zone; Alan O'Connell , president of Camfil Asia Pacific Region.

Towards a more sustainable tomorrow

Sustainability is not an afterthought at Camfil — it's engineered into everything it does.

"For six decades, we've championed clean air technology. We're committed to reducing the environmental impact of our products to ensure every breath of fresh air is sustainable," said Mark Simmons, president and CEO of Camfil.

Whether through filter designs, renewable materials, or energy-saving technologies, the company is helping customers meet their sustainability goals — without sacrificing performance.

Discover the difference clean air makes

At Camfil, it believes the air people breathe should always support human's well-being. It should empower people to live, work, and thrive in healthier environments.

Visit Camfil's website to learn more about how it is helping businesses and communities around the world breathe easier — today, and for generations to come.