Headman’s Air-Filter Business Gains Momentum as Global Industrial Filtration Market Booms

Nov 28, 2025

As global demand for clean air and efficient filtration continues to surge, Zhejiang Headman Filtration Technology Co., Ltd. — a leading Chinese filter manufacturer — is stepping into the spotlight. With its broad product line, robust manufacturing capacity, and increasing export footprint, Headman is emerging as a notable player in the worldwide air filtration industry.

A Legacy of Scale, Quality and Diversified Filtration Products

Headman traces its roots to its 2007 founding (formerly Rongsheng Filtration), and since relocating in 2008 to the industrial zone in Jiaxing (in China’s Yangtze River Delta) it has grown steadily. The firm now operates from a 42-acre facility with nearly 31,000 m² of workshop space, and employs more than 500 people. 

Its output volume is significant: the company reports an annual production capacity of 10 million filters. 

Over the decades, Headman has expanded its product portfolio to encompass more than 800 kinds of filters, covering applications across heavy‐duty vehicles, construction machinery, ships, diesel generators, air compressors, power plants, environmental and industrial purification, and HVAC systems. 

For air filters specifically, Headman offers a wide range: from standard dust and pollen filters to higher-grade options (with filter media such as synthetic fiber, glass fiber, or activated carbon), multiple filtration grades (from G1–F9 up to MERV 5–16, with HEPA-grade options), and a variety of frame materials (galvanized steel, aluminum alloy, ABS plastic). 

The filters are designed to work under variable conditions (from –20 °C to +80 °C), supporting airflow capacities from 500 to 10,000 m³/h depending on model — making them suitable for broad industrial, commercial, or even vehicular applications. 

This breadth of manufacturing and product capability positions Headman as a versatile, volume-scale manufacturer — able to serve different sectors (from automotive to industrial HVAC to environmental purification) and meet both OEM and aftermarket demand.

Strategic Emphasis on R&D and Quality Standards

Headman is not just a high-volume manufacturer — the company claims a strong commitment to research, development, and quality control. Its in-house R&D center comprises multiple professional teams covering basic research, design, manufacturing processes, and testing. 

The company has obtained quality certifications including ISO 9001, IATF 16949 (for automotive-quality management), and ISO 14000 environmental management system standards. 

Through these investments, Headman appears geared to meet the increasingly stringent expectations of international customers — both in terms of performance and regulatory compliance. This is critical as the global air filtration sector becomes more competitive and demands higher standards of efficiency, longevity, and environmental responsibility.

Riding the Wave of a Fast-Growing Global Filtration Market

The timing of Headman’s push comes as the global industrial and HVAC air-filter market is projected to grow strongly. According to market data, the global HVAC air filters market is forecast to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of ~5.1 % from 2025 to 2035. 

Key forces driving this growth include:

Rising awareness of indoor air quality and health concerns (especially post-pandemic), leading to increased demand for high-efficiency filters such as HEPA for commercial buildings, cleanrooms, hospitals, and even premium residential spaces. 

Industrial expansion and stricter environmental regulations (especially in developing economies), which increase demand for industrial-grade air filtration in manufacturing, mining, power generation, and construction machinery — sectors where Headman already has established presence. 

Technological innovation: globally, manufacturers are increasingly investing in advanced filter media (e.g. nanofiber membranes), modular filter systems, and smart filtration technologies (e.g. IoT-enabled sensors and predictive maintenance), which raise performance expectations. 

In this context, Headman’s combination of broad product catalog, manufacturing scale, and R&D capability seems well-aligned with shifting market demand. The company’s recent self-described move to become a “global OEM partner” suggests it wants to leverage these strengths internationally.

Headman’s Recent Moves — Signaling Ambition and Global Positioning

On November 7, 2025, Headman published a news item titled “Headman Filter Rises as a Global OEM Partner in the Expanding Industrial Filtration Market,” signalling its ambition to strengthen global supply-chain ties as demand increases. 

On October 24, 2025, the company highlighted “The Vital Role of Air Filters in Enhancing Performance and Longevity of Heavy Machinery and Agricultural Vehicles,” reinforcing its emphasis on air filters as a critical element in heavy-duty equipment — a segment where headman already supplies many solutions. 

These communications suggest Headman is actively positioning itself as not merely a domestic supplier, but a global-tier filtration brand seeking deeper OEM cooperation with equipment manufacturers worldwide.

What This Means for the Filtration Industry — And for Stakeholders

The rise of Headman underscores a broader shift in the global filtration market: as environmental and regulatory demands mount, and as industries — from manufacturing to construction to cleanrooms — intensify their demands for air purity and system reliability, manufacturers capable of delivering high volume and high quality will gain an edge.

For equipment OEMs (from heavy machinery to HVAC), partnering with a supplier like Headman may offer advantages: access to a wide product range, economies of scale, and the flexibility to source from a global-scale manufacturer. For investors or partners looking to tap into the growing filtration and air-quality market, Headman represents a serious contender — especially if it continues to expand R&D, adopt smart filtration trends, and deepen international OEM relationships.

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