Glossary

Glossary

Foam, Felt & Filtration

Celltec Glossary

This glossary provides a structured overview of key terminology related to foam and felt materials, filtration technologies, and industrial converting processes.

It is designed for professionals in filtration, automotive, HVAC, construction, and industrial manufacturing who rely on high-performance material solutions.

Schaumstoffe

A foam material designed to absorb sound waves and reduce noise levels in technical and industrial environments.

Filtration media that utilise activated carbon to remove gases, odours, and harmful compounds through adsorption. These materials feature a highly microporous structure with an extremely large internal surface area, enabling efficient capture of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and airborne pollutants.

  • Typical
  • applications:
  • Air filtration
  • Industrial processing
  • systems
  • Cabin and indoor air quality

A foam material engineered to dissipate or control static electricity, protecting sensitive electronic components.

A rubber-based foam material offering excellent resistance to weathering, temperature fluctuations, and chemicals.

A flexible and resilient foam material commonly used in protective and technical applications.

A lightweight foam material available in different structures:

A highly versatile foam material used in filtration, cushioning, and industrial applications.

An open-cell foam material with a defined pore structure, optimised for air and liquid filtration and ensuring consistent flow characteristics.

Verarbeitungstechnologien

A process that uses a focused laser beam to achieve precise cuts with clean and consistent edges.

A process that employs a high-pressure water stream, optionally with abrasives, to cut materials without thermal impact.

A computer-controlled manufacturing process enabling complex geometries with high repeatability.

A subtractive process using rotating tools to shape, cut, or engrave materials.

A cost-efficient process using precision tools for high-volume production.

Mechanical pressing processes used to create defined shapes or perforations.

A continuous cutting process using rotating blades for efficient processing of flexible materials.

A production method based on rotating systems enabling continuous and high-speed operations.

A process used to produce complex two- or three-dimensional shapes with high precision.

A process utilising high-frequency vibrations to reduce friction and ensure clean cutting results.

A process that cuts the top material layer while leaving the carrier intact.

A process that divides wide rolls into narrower strips with precise dimensional control.

A process that converts rolls into flat sheets of defined size.

Processes used to transfer materials between rolls while optimising alignment and tension.

A process that winds materials onto spools for efficient handling and storage.

Processes that combine multiple material layers to enhance functionality.

A process that applies adhesive layers to simplify installation.

A process that shapes materials using heat and pressure.

A process in which foam materials are infused with functional substances such as silicone or activated carbon to enhance performance.

  • Typical
  • benefits:
  • Improved chemical resistance
  • Increased
  • filtration efficiency
  • Hydrophobic behaviour

Produkte und Anwendungen

Foam materials specifically engineered for air and liquid filtration, offering defined pore structures and consistent performance.

Filtration systems designed to remove:

  • Odours
  • Volatile organic
  • Harmful gases

A filtration solution based on powdered activated carbon integrated into foam or carrier materials.

  • Fast adsorption kinetics

A filtration solution based on granular activated carbon.

  • High mechanical
  • Suitable for long-term filtration processes

Foam-based components ensuring airtight and watertight sealing.

Custom-engineered components tailored to specific industrial requirements.

Foam solutions designed to protect sensitive goods during transport.

Foam elements used in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.

Qualität und Standards

An internationally recognised standard ensuring consistent quality management systems.

A measure of a material’s ability to return to its original shape after compression.

The resistance of a material to breaking under tensile load.

Assessment of flame resistance and compliance with safety regulations.

Entwicklung und Technologien

Digital tools used to design and simulate components.

Pre-series validation of materials and designs before full-scale production.