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  • The Global Leader

    The Global Leader

    Filter Minder® - The Global Leader of air and fluid filtration monitoring solutions, offering:

    Threaded Mount Air Filter Restriction Indicator / Gauge

    -  Low-Dollar Cost, High-Value Add
    -  Superior Quality and Performance
    -  Solutions-Driven Portfolio
    -  Industry's Broadest Product Line
    -  Highest Level Customer Support
    -  Award Winning On-Time Delivery

     

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  • Myth vs Fact

    Myth vs Fact

    Freightliner Truck On HighwayThe Filter Minder® filter monitoring device makes it easy for you to tell when it's time to change filters.  

    The myth is that an automotive air filter should be changed about every 6,000 miles, or when it "looks dirty."

    The fact is that a certain amount of dirt in an air filter actually increases its filtering efficiency by reducing the size of the holes in the filter media which helps stop smaller dirt particles.

    This means that instead of a maximum life of 6,000 miles, the typical air filter may actually last anywhere from 60,000 to 100,000 miles!

  • When To Service?

    When To Service?

    A Dirty Filter Element Is Better Than A Clean OneAir filter restriction is not time or miles dependent.

    Mileage of as much as 300,000 to as little as 5,000 miles have been reported when restriction is reached.

    It is important to know the highest full load restriction that occurred during the vehicle operation in order to service BEFORE the redline.  

    After an element has reached its redline value, it only takes a little more contaminant before high fuel consumption and poor engine operation occurs.  Don't Dust Your Engine!

  • Use A Filter?

    Use A Filter?

     

    A Variety of Engine Air FiltersThe Filter Minder® can be found on a wide variety of applications throughout the world, including:  Automotive - Truck - Construction - Agriculture - Compressors - Blowers - Hydraulics - Lawn and Garden - Irrigation Industries - Oil Fields - Marine.... or any industry that uses a filter.

Air Line Monitoring Just Got Easier!

  • INTRODUCING

    The Filter Minder® Air Line Filter and Indicator

    We are pleased to introduce a new addition to its portfolio of filter monitoring products.... the innovative, versatile and convenient Air Line Filter and Indicator. Click through the showcase to learn more and view the ALFI Animation.

  • Air Line Filter and Indicator
    Early Filter Life 

    In routine use, air flows through the Air Line Filter, trapping particles.

    The Air Line Filter and Indicator (ALFI) protects against harmful debris and contaminants in high pressure air lines in a wide variety of industrial, transportation and on-site applications requiring compressed air or gas.  

  • Air Line Filter and Indicator
    End of Life

    Extreme clogging will extend the red indicator (as device progresses towards full bypass mode) until it is fully extended, locked, and requires replacement. Build-up of debris will open the bypass to keep air flowing.

    When restriction becomes excessive, a bright red indicator deploys from the device, indicating it is time to change the filter.

    The filter cartridge is replaceable with a 1-1/4” wrench/socket and is ready again to protect your operating assets in just seconds.

Filter Minder® Product Portfolio

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    Visual / Mechanical Gauges and Indicators monitor the condition of engine air filters, fuel filters or other low vacuum/pressure applications. The indicators are available in a single…
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    Visual / Mechanical
    Indicators & Gauges

  • Visual / Electrical Switches monitor the condition of engine air filters, fuel filters or other low to medium vacuum/pressure applications. The indicators are available in:(1) single…
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    Visual / Electrical
    Switches

  • Electronic Pressure Sensors monitor various vacuum or pressure conditions ranging from cabin pressures to air filter or fuel filter restriction levels. Filter Minder® sensors feature…
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    Electronic
    Sensors

  • A wide array of accessories are available to complement Filter Minder's® product line up, including LED displays, custom fittings, mounting brackets, hoses and grommets.  …
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Retrofits

Air Filters

The Filter Minder® easily installs on air induction systems. It can be mounted directly to the air cleaner, remote mounted, or dash mounted.

Some air cleaners are not equipped with a mounting fitting. Adapter fittings, rubber grommets, and vacuum hose are available from Engineered Products Company

Note: See installation instructions for more information.

   Filter Minder® Retrofits

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fuel Filters

The Fuel Filter Minder® easily installs at the outlet of the suction diesel fuel filter with the use of an in-line tee fitting.

Make Your Mark With A Private Label

Ford Filter Minder® Graduated SwitchKomatsu Air Filter Restriction Gauge - Threaded MountFilter Minder® air and fuel filter restriction indicators, gauges and most switches can be private labeled with your company name, logo, and part number along with your color preference.  Private part numbers can be laser marked on pressure and non-locking air and fuel switches and electronic sensors. 

Text can be printed so that it is readable with the Filter Minder® mounted in a specific location or orientation (with the reset pointing up or down).

Note:  For high volume annual requirements, there are no price penalties. There is a one-time artwork and design charge for each specific private label.Various Air Filter Restriction Gauges with Private Labels

 

 

HP vs Restriction

Dyno testing at various air filter restrictions has shown that horsepower remains constant as filter restriction increases within an engine manufacturer's specifications.

 

Dyno HP Rating for Cummins N-14 Engine at 1500 RPM

 

 

 

 

 

The Filter Minder®:

  • Allows the full use of filter capacity
  • Reduces labor
  • Prevents excess fuel consumption from overly restricted air filters
  • Reduces the number of used filters going into landfills
  • Extends engine service life (Refer to: How Filters Work)
  • Prevents over and under servicing

 

 

Click on a chart below to see a full view of the cost comparison between replacing a filter on a time, mileage, or "looks dirty" basis and replacing a filter when it has reached its full capacity using the Filter Minder®.

 

  • Truck Fuel Maintenance <BR> Cost Comparison
    Truck Fuel Maintenance
    Cost Comparison
  • Truck Air Maintenance <BR> Cost Comparison
    Truck Air Maintenance
    Cost Comparison
  • Auto Air Maintenance <BR> Cost Comparison
    Auto Air Maintenance
    Cost Comparison