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Full-auto Rotary HEPA Air Fiber Glass Paper Mini Pleating Machine
May 22, 2025
Case Study: HEPA Full-Auto Rotary HDAF Paper Pleating Production Line
Client Profile A leading industrial filter manufacturer in Germany, specializing in heavy-duty air filtration solutions for construction machinery and industrial equipment. The client required a high-speed, precision folding solution for large-format HDAF (High-Density Air Filter) elements to meet strict ISO 16890 efficiency standards.
Project Requirements
Fold 600-1000mm wide filter paper into uniform pleats with heights ranging from 12-50mm.
Achieve production speeds of 25-35m/min while maintaining structural integrity for harsh environment applications.
Integrate pre-heating and steam conditioning to prevent paper damage during folding.
Key Innovations
Precision Pleating Technology
Pneumatic Pre-Slitting: Adjustable round knives with uniform pressure ensure clean, burr-free edges on filter paper widths down to 30mm.
Steam Conditioning & Pre-Heating: Dual-stage treatment softens paper fibers, reducing breakage during folding and enabling consistent pleat formation even for thick media.
Gear Collecting System: Mechanized gear 爪子 (gear claws) accelerate pleating speed while maintaining flat, straight folds, critical for high-efficiency air flow.
Structural Versatility
Customizable Roller Design: Optional "S" bubble or diamond-patterned rollers create uniform air gaps between pleats, enhancing dust holding capacity by 20% compared to traditional designs.
Modular Rollers: Easily interchangeable to adapt to different pleat heights and patterns, supporting quick model changes for diverse filter specifications.
High Automation & Reliability
Full-Procedure Automation: Auto-counting, pleating, pre-heating, and forming processes reduce manual intervention by 80%, with real-time production data monitored via PLC.
Industrial-Grade Build: Heavy-duty aluminum frames and electroplated rollers withstand 24/7 operation, with a service life exceeding 100,000 hours.
Project Outcome
Efficiency: Increased daily production of HDAF elements from 5,000 to 12,000 units, with a 30% reduction in material waste due to precise slitting and folding.
Quality: Achieved ±1mm pleat height consistency and 99.5% defect-free rate, meeting EU certification requirements for heavy machinery filtration.
Flexibility: Successfully produced filters for excavators, industrial compressors, and aerospace ground support equipment, expanding the client’s market reach.
Client Testimonial “Tongchen’s rotary pleating line transformed our HDAF production. The steam pre-heating and gear collecting system eliminated paper cracking, while the modular rollers allowed us to quickly switch between filter models for different OEM clients. This has been a game-changer for our efficiency and quality.” — Mr. Dieter Schmidt, Production Manager, StrahlendesLicht FilterTech Industrial GmbH