Propulsa Innovations inc

What Propulsa Innovations inc does

Propulsa Innovations Inc., founded in 2016 and headquartered in Jonquière (Saguenay), Quebec, develops and commercializes the Epura family of self-cleaning pre-filtration systems for heavy industrial equipment. The technology uses patented low-frequency sound (infrasound) pulse cleaning of a PTFE-coated Spunbond membrane filter — protected in more than 32 countries — to capture 99.73% of particles 0.3 microns and above while maintaining only ~5 mbar of air restriction. The portfolio includes Epura Engine (engine air intake protection), Epura Cabin (operator cabin pressurization and air quality, including a G7 model with integrated HEPA), and an optional activated carbon cartridge add-on for gas capture in aluminum smelters. Documented deployments include 20+ units at Rio Tinto, plus fleets at Béton Provincial, Groupe Alfred Boivin, and Maltech/Groupe Sotrem-Maltech.

Name

Propulsa Innovations inc

Legal name

Propulsa Innovations Inc.

Website

https://propulsa.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Propulsa Innovations Inc. develops and sells Epura self-cleaning pre-filtration systems for diesel heavy equipment engine intakes and operator cabins, using patented infrasound pulse technology to serve mining, cement, aluminum, and construction operators globally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Air Filtration Systems

NAICS

Industrial and Commercial Fan and Blower and Air Purification Equipment Manufacturing (333413)

SIC

Industrial & Commercial Fans & Blowers & Air Purifing Equip (3564), Auto Controls For Regulating Residential & Comml Environments (3822)

akta.pro primary industry

Air Quality & Filtration Equipment (IAQ) (IMAHAKAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

Emission Control & Scrubbing Equipment (Scrubbers, Dust Collectors, Catalytic Systems) (IMAHAEAK)

Keywords

• Air pre-filtration systems
• Self-cleaning filters
• Heavy equipment filtration
• Cabin air quality
• Dust management solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Chicoutimi

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Epura System Sales: Propulsa Innovations sells its Epura self-cleaning pre-filtration systems (Epura Engine and Epura Cabin) as hardware products, either directly or through distributor/partner channels. Systems are installed on heavy equipment and sold as add-on/aftermarket solutions.
2. Performance-as-a-Service / Rental Model (Planned): The company is considering a Functional Economy business model where instead of selling the system, Propulsa retains ownership and rents the filtration performance/service. This 'Usage Performance' model would include monitoring and maintenance, with reverse logistics for end-of-life systems. Not yet in active deployment.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Propulsa Innovations Inc. designs, manufactures, and sells the Epura family of self-cleaning pre-filtration systems for diesel-powered heavy equipment, including Epura Engine (engine air intake protection) and Epura Cabin (operator cabin air filtration with positive pressurization). The systems use patented low-frequency sound pulse (infrasound) technology to clean a PTFE-coated Spunbond membrane filter, eliminating the need for frequent OEM filter replacement and delivering 99.73% capture of particles ≥0.3 microns.

Product overview

Propulsa Innovations offers the Epura System, a family of self-cleaning pre-filtration products for heavy equipment and operator cabins. The portfolio consists of two core sub-products — Epura Engine (installed on engine air intakes to protect engines and reduce fuel consumption) and Epura Cabin (installed in operator cabins to maintain healthy work environments via positive pressurization and constant clean air supply). Both systems use patented low-frequency sound pulse technology to clean PTFE-coated spunbond membrane filters, extending the life of original filters and eliminating the need for frequent filter replacement. The product line includes multiple generations: the G5 models (covering both Engine and Cabin variants) and the newer compact Epura Cabin G7 with an integrated HEPA filter. An activated carbon cartridge add-on is available for the Epura Cabin to capture industrial gases in specialized environments such as aluminum smelting operations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Epura: Self-cleaning pre-filtration systems for heavy equipment, available in two versions: Epura Engine (for engine air intake filtration) and Epura Cabin (for operator cabin air filtration). The Epura technology uses low-frequency sound to self-clean filters, eliminating the need for frequent filter replacements.
• Epura Moteur
• Epura Cabine

Products and services

• Epura Engine Self-cleaning pre-filtration system installed on engine air intakes of diesel-powered heavy machinery. Uses patented low-frequency sound pulse technology to clean a PTFE-coated Spunbond membrane, protecting engine components, improving fuel efficiency, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and eliminating frequent OEM filter replacement. Features a 3-way valve that diverts airflow during the cleaning cycle.
• Epura Cabin Self-cleaning pre-filtration system installed in operator cabins of heavy equipment. Provides constant positive cabin pressurization with a high-performance fan, maintains a clean air supply for operators, and includes an optional activated carbon cartridge for gas capture. Features a smart controller that detects pressure differential and manages cleaning cycles to support ISO 23875 cabin air quality compliance.
• Epura System (G5 generation) Fifth-generation Epura System covering both Epura Engine G5 and Epura Cabin G5 models. Self-cleaning pre-filtration system using low-frequency sound pulse technology to clean PTFE-coated Spunbond membrane filters, installed upstream of original air filters on diesel-powered heavy equipment and operator cabins. Supported by comprehensive operator manuals with product specifications, installation procedures, maintenance recommendations, and safety guidelines (current revision R004 dated March 2026).
• Epura Cabin G7 Seventh-generation compact Epura Cabin system equipped with a high-efficiency HEPA filter. Self-cleaning operator cabin pre-filtration designed for dusty heavy-equipment environments, supported by consolidated technical documentation covering installation, operation, and maintenance.
• Epura Cabin with Activated Carbon Cartridge Independent refillable activated carbon cartridge integrated with the Epura Cabin system, designed to capture gases such as HF and SO2. Particularly suited for aluminum-industry environments where carbon dust is omnipresent, allowing only the carbon cartridge to be replaced rather than the entire filter assembly.

Quantifiable outcome

• 99.73% particle capture rate for particles 0.3 microns and larger
• +9 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• TecWise Sistemas de Automação LtdacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 19 November 2025Distribution partnership announced November 19, 2025. TecWise is a recognized Latin American provider of technological solutions for mining, industrial, and energy sectors with strategic presence in Brazil and Chile. Through this partnership, Epura prefiltration systems are now accessible to Brazilian and Chilean industries. TecWise provides local support, technical assistance, and market knowledge tailored to regional operational conditions.
• Rio TintocoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 25 July 2024Partnership for ISO 23875 compliance validation of the Epura system. Performance tests conducted July 25, 2024 at Rio Tinto facilities in real-world conditions. Rio Tinto is also a major customer with 20+ Epura systems deployed across multiple sites in Quebec (port facilities, aluminum plants). The relationship combines product validation testing with commercial deployment, making Rio Tinto both a strategic testing partner and a key customer.
• MANN+HUMMELcoreTechnology or Integration · 25 September 2023Strategic partnership signed September 25, 2023. MANN+HUMMEL, the global air filtration giant, is also becoming a shareholder of Propulsa Innovations. The partnership enables joint product development for the heavy machinery market, international commercialization, and positions Propulsa as a major player in the international filtration market. MANN+HUMMEL is headquartered in Ludwigsburg, Germany, with over 22,000 employees at 80+ locations generating EUR 4.8 billion in revenue (2022).
• EPIQ MECFORminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on the installation of the first Epura Cabin system with an independent carbon cartridge on an EPIQ MECFOR anode hauler, deployed at Rio Tinto's Grande-Baie plant. Propulsa adapted its technology (12V power requirement, custom mounting) for integration into EPIQ's specialized equipment. EPIQ is a North American manufacturer of heavy industrial equipment for the aluminum industry.
• JA DelmasminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCaterpillar dealer in West Africa (Bordeaux, France). Distributes and installs Epura systems in West African markets. Successfully installed Epura on a D9 bulldozer at the Bissa Norgold gold mine in Burkina Faso.
• Groupe AlphardminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerTechnical assistance partner retained in November 2021 to conduct economic and environmental performance study of Epura systems (cabin and engine applications) at Rio Tinto client site. Also assessed viability of circular economy business model adoption.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Sy-Klone International: Manufacturer of powered pre-cleaner systems for heavy equipment engines and operator cabins, including the GTC and RESPA product lines. Direct competitor in the same self-cleaning pre-filtration niche for heavy equipment, with comparable target customers in mining, construction, and military.
• Turbo Pre-Cleaners (Farr Air Pollution Control): Manufacturer of turbo pre-cleaners and self-cleaning filtration systems for heavy equipment, mining, and construction applications. Direct competitor in self-cleaning pre-filtration technology for heavy machinery.
• Solberg Manufacturing: Manufacturer of industrial air filtration and pre-cleaner products, including self-cleaning inlet systems for heavy equipment and dust collection. Direct competitor in pre-cleaner and self-cleaning filtration systems for industrial and heavy equipment applications.

Broad incumbents

• Cummins Filtration (Fleetguard): Filtration division of Cummins, one of the largest heavy-duty engine and filtration suppliers globally. Offers heavy equipment air pre-cleaners and cabin air systems, competing with Propulsa across OEM and aftermarket channels in the heavy machinery segment.
• Camfil: Global air filtration company with industrial and commercial air cleaning solutions, including products targeting heavy equipment cabins and dust-laden environments. Broader portfolio than Propulsa but operates in overlapping air quality and filtration categories.
• Hengst Filtration: German-based global filtration company offering industrial, automotive, and heavy equipment filtration products. Competes broadly in cabin air and engine intake filtration for commercial and industrial applications, including heavy machinery.
• Donaldson Company: Large filtration company (~$3.6B revenue) with extensive heavy equipment engine and cabin air filtration product lines, including pre-cleaner and self-cleaning systems. Competes broadly in industrial and heavy equipment air filtration and is one of the most established incumbents in Propulsa's category.
• MANN+HUMMEL: Global air filtration leader (€4.8B revenue, 22,000+ employees) offering a broad portfolio of industrial and commercial filtration products. Propulsa's strategic shareholder and channel partner; competes broadly in the same air purification category but at much larger scale and across many end markets beyond heavy equipment.
• MAHLE Filtration: Major global filtration and automotive components manufacturer with industrial air filtration products targeting heavy equipment and commercial applications. Broad incumbent with overlapping product offerings in engine and cabin air filtration for heavy machinery.

Emerging players

• Cleanable Filter Technology (CFT): Manufacturer of cleanable and reusable air filter elements for industrial and heavy equipment applications, with a focus on reducing filter waste and replacement frequency. Closely adjacent to Propulsa's value proposition of eliminating frequent OEM filter replacements.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors2 records

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Investments

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