Monadnock Non-Wovens LLC (MNW) has invested in advanced technology to manufacture meltblown synthetic media with improved efficiency for air filtration applications. Their new product, Monadnock HPAQ 3F, is specifically designed for use in respirators, HVAC systems, and air purification filters.
This development addresses the increasing demand for improved air filtration in residential, commercial, industrial, and agricultural settings, driven by heightened concerns regarding health and well-being. The need for high precision and purity is paramount in many sectors, as even minor contaminants can have substantial adverse effects.
HPAQ 3F is engineered to comply with all relevant international filtration benchmarks, including ASHRAE 52-2, ASTM 2100, EN-149, HEPA, MERV 10-16, and NIOSH standards. Filters utilizing Monadnock HPAQ 3F are designed to capture a greater quantity of dust, pollen, allergens, viruses, and smoke while exhibiting a lower pressure drop compared to conventional polypropylene and other synthetic meltblown materials.
MNW President Jim Cree stated that this new manufacturing capability allows the company to produce materials that contribute to meeting global air filtration requirements. The company sees it as providing the filtration market with a healthier solution, manufactured domestically, in response to challenges such as forest fires and airborne diseases.
HPAQ 3F is offered in rolls with a width of up to 95 inches or 2.4 meters. The product is made from virgin polypropylene (PP), is recyclable, and any trim waste generated during manufacturing can be reused in sorbent applications. In line with MNW’s existing practices, the production of HPAQ 3F is powered entirely by renewable wind energy, certified by Green-e Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs).