(Filtration Technology Corp.: Houston) -- Filtration Technology Corp. (FTC) is expanding its manufacturing headquarters to meet escalating demand for its innovative filtration and separation solutions. The new facility will increase manufacturing and operations space by 55,000 sq. ft., bringing the total footprint to 130,000 sq. ft. This growth underscores FTC’s commitment to scaling for future demand while strengthening its global presence, marked by the transition of its website to FTCFilters.com. The expansion was completed in December 2024.

Doubling footprint to improve productivity, reliability, and efficiency

FTC is expanding its Houston headquarters by 55,000 sq. ft. to meet rising demand and strengthen its global presence.

“This expansion gives us the capacity and flexibility to continue delivering high-quality solutions to our customers while preparing for sustained growth,” says Tyler Johnson, FTC president and CEO. “The added space allows us to stay ahead of market demand and uphold our commitment to innovation and excellence in serving the industrial fluid processing industry.”

The expanded facility exemplifies FTC’s commitment to productivity and reliability, with new advanced manufacturing equipment using the latest technologies to increase operational efficiency, improve quality control, and enhance production capacity. In addition to expanding the building footprint, FTC has made a significant investment in production equipment. This includes upgrades to the latest manufacturing equipment technologies as well as secondary production equipment to ensure uninterrupted operations and provide faster service and delivery.

By investing in duplicate and triplicate equipment, such as automated seaming, cutting, capping, and pleating machines, storage technologies, and additional generator capacity, the new facility minimizes the risk of downtime and ensures steady production for its customers. Additionally, an expanded R&D center now includes a state-of-the-art scanning electron microscope to support the development of next-generation filtration solutions.

To support this growth and maintain high standards, FTC has bolstered its team with key personnel, including a new director of operations and a new quality control manager. These additions strengthen operational efficiencies and ensure product excellence as the company continues to scale.

“These upgrades aren’t just about expanding capacity,” says Chris Wallace, FTC senior corporate vice president. “Our investments in manufacturing capabilities, R&D center, and experienced team members reinforce the strong foundational trust our customers place in us by ensuring we can deliver the reliable, advanced solutions they need.”

Supporting industry sustainability goals

FTC’s cutting-edge Invicta line of cartridge filters and vessels exemplifies its commitment to driving reliability and sustainability in the industrial fluid processing industry. Designed to enhance efficiency and reduce operational costs, Invicta technology is a critical enabler for achieving corporate environmental, safety, and governance (ESG) goals and operation cost-efficiency goals. 

FTC partners closely with end users, technology licensors, engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) firms to deliver tailored filtration and separation solutions for diverse industries. A trusted leader in engineering, manufacturing, and delivering reliable systems, FTC has served the oil and gas, chemical production, power generation, food and beverage, and water treatment markets for nearly four decades.