DONALDSON

Donaldson was founded in 1915 and specializes in filtration systems for engines, industrial equipment, and compressed air. The company develops filters for air, fuel, lube, and hydraulic fluid purification. Products are used in heavy-duty equipment, commercial vehicles, and stationary power generation. Donaldson is an independent manufacturer supplying components to numerous original equipment manufacturers. The focus remains on particle retention efficiency and the durability of filter elements.

Country

USA

Brand History

1. 1915: Frank Donaldson creates the first air filter for a tractor. 2. 1950s: Introduction of Duralife filtration technology for heavy equipment. 3. 1980s: Expansion into the exhaust gas purification market. 4. 2000s: Development of Ultra-Web nanofiber technology for industrial filtration. 5. 2020s: Focus on integrated filtration systems for hydrogen fuel cells.

Key OEM Customers

Caterpillar, John Deere, Volvo, Scania, Cummins, Mack Trucks, Navistar

Type

Manufacturer/OEM Supplier

Ecology

The company implements nanofiber technologies that reduce flow resistance and lower engine fuel consumption. Solutions for capturing emissions in industrial processes are being developed.

Brand Authentication

The Donaldson Authenticity system is used, based on verifying unique codes on the packaging. Markings on filter housings are applied using an inkjet printer.

Certificates

ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ISO 14001