CFSS 2026 Launches: A Global Filtration Forum Now Live
- WFI Team

- Mar 10
- 3 min read
Updated: Mar 13

A huge thank you to our distinguished speakers for an inspiring kickoff to CFSS 2026! With participants from 30 countries joining live, the opening session sparked an engaging and insightful discussion on the global filtration industry. The panel explored the latest market statistics, technological innovations, emerging trends, and future opportunities shaping the ever-evolving filtration sector worldwide.
The session was chaired by Mr. Nick Agopian, Director, CBU – Smardt AIR, and President of Reviveair (USA), who guided a dynamic exchange among leading industry experts.
Panel Speakers:
Dr. Christine Sun, President, WFI, USA
Mr. Greg Hoverson, Vice President & CTO, Atmus Filtration Technologies, USA
Mr. Tyler Smith, Vice President, Global Lifecycle Solutions, Johnson Controls, USA
Mr. Tobias Zimmer, Senior Vice President, Camfil Group, Sweden
Mr. Martin Klein, Senior Vice President, MANN+HUMMEL, Germany
Dr. Matt O’Sickey, Director of Education & Technical Affairs, INDA, USA
Dr. Cédric Vallet, Head of Business Development, Ahlstrom, France
Mr. Richard Lydon, Secretary-General, The Filtration Society, UK
Mr. Scott Yaeger, President, FAST, USA
Mr. Kevin Jameson, Founder, PureAir Filtration, USA
Mr. Mike Clark, President, Filtration Solutions, H&V, USA
Topics Presented:
2026 Global Filtration Market Overview
Global Filtration Market Trends & Opportunities in an Era of Rapid Change
The Return on Investment of Healthier Buildings
From Lab to Road: Cathode Air Filters Built for Global Fuel Cell Scale-Up
New Filtration Technologies for Rising Market Demands
Nonwoven Usage and Market Statistics in Filtration
New Challenges and Opportunities in Water Filtration
Sustainable Air Filtration Solutions and Emerging Opportunities
Alternative Investments Driving Massive Growth in the Filtration Industry
Water Scarcity, Regulatory Trends, and Rising Demands in Filtration Industry
The strong global participation and vibrant discussion set a powerful tone for the CFSS 2026 Program, highlighting CFSS as a valuable and effective global platform for knowledge exchange, collaboration, and innovation in the broad filtration industry.
We would like to extend our gratitude to the audience for their active participation, which greatly enriched the session. Their questions and engagement made the roundtable discussion more interactive and meaningful, fostering a deeper dialogue within the global filtration community.
Welcome to CFSS 2026 Program!
Missed the live session? No worries—you can explore the full agenda and watch the recording on demand anytime through the course website: Filtration Market, Opportunities, and Trends.
As CFSS 2026 unfolds, we are excited to bring you more thought-provoking sessions featuring leading experts, cutting-edge industry insights, and forward-looking discussions on filtration science and technology.
Upcoming Topics:
If you are a professional in the field—or someone interested in exploring opportunities in the fast-growing clean air, clean water, and broader filtration industry—we invite you to join the upcoming sessions. Engage in discussions with global experts and take the next step toward becoming a Certified Filtration and Separation Specialist (CFSS). Register now to be part of the conversation.
Why CFSS 2026
Timely insights into key filtration markets and technologies
30+ expert-led courses on critical industry topics
Networking with global filtration experts and industry leaders
Cost-effective — at a fraction of typical training program costs
Efficient learning — concentrated knowledge, updates, and trend analysis
Flexible access — join live or review at your own schedule
No travel required — save time and expenses
The Certified Filtration & Separation Specialist (CFSS) Program is the filtration industry’s most comprehensive, practical, flexible, efficient, and cost-effective education program, covering:
Global Filtration Market
Filter Media Market & Technologies
Air & Liquid Filtration Technologies
Air & Liquid Filter Design
Air & Liquid Filter Testing & Evaluation
New Developments, Opportunities & Trends
You can view the program here: CFSS 2026 Program.
Secure your place in the full CFSS 2026 program and stay ahead of global filtration developments throughout the year. Register now.


