Delta-Xero

What Delta-Xero does

Delta-Xero Distribution Limited is a UK-based private industrial manufacturer founded in 2018 and headquartered in Fareham, Hampshire, that designs and builds offline (kidney-loop) fluid conditioning systems for hydraulic, lubrication, fuel, and operating oils. The company's patented capillary nano-filtration technology uses 100% recycled capillary media to remove water, siloxane, varnish, particulates, and salts down to 0.1 micron particle size — well below ISO 4406 limits — and operates without disrupting the host system's primary flow. The core product portfolio comprises three hardware series (DX1000 modular oil systems with 1–12 cartridge configurations from 4,500 to 72,000 litres; DX1525 compact units for reservoirs up to 1,200 litres; and DX Powertrain fuel and engine oil conditioning units for diesel, FAME, HVO, and kerosene) plus proprietary DXO cartridges as consumables, with ATEX Zone 1/2 certified configurations available for hazardous environments.

Delta-Xero generates revenue through a mix of one-time hardware sales, recurring cartridge replacement, short- and long-term equipment rentals, and structured service plans that include remote monitoring, condition monitoring, and fluid testing. Pricing is quote-based and varies by cartridge count, flow requirements, and application. Go-to-market is sales-led through a global distributor network of 16+ authorized partners spanning the UK, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Greece, Turkey, Spain, Dubai, Israel, Egypt, Zambia, Brazil, the USA, Australia, and Indonesia, supplemented by direct enterprise engagement through website contact forms and "Book a Call" CTAs. End customers include Biffa (waste management), Stadco (automotive stamping), Greek Shipping (marine), Enovert (landfill gas), offshore drilling platforms, and gas turbine operators, with named case studies demonstrating outcomes such as 99.98% particle reduction, MPC drops from 43.0 to 6.1, and oil life extension up to 7.2×.

The company is founder-managed, with Paul Whiting (CEO) and Collette Whiting (COO) leading an approximately 11-person team that handles production, sales coordination, finance, and CRM enablement in-house. Certifications include UKAS-accredited ISO 9001, Achilles UVDB membership for utility-sector supply chains, and Made in Britain status. In 2025 the UK Government's Department for Business and Trade Highly Commended Delta-Xero in the "Made in the UK, Sold to the World" Awards for technology and export growth, underscoring its international traction despite a small operating footprint.

Name

Delta-Xero

Legal name

Delta-Xero Distribution Limited

Website

https://delta-xero.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Delta-Xero is a UK-based manufacturer of patented offline capillary nano-filtration systems that condition hydraulic, lubrication, and fuel oils down to 0.1 micron. It sells DX1000, DX1525, and DX Powertrain hardware plus consumable cartridges to industrial customers across energy, manufacturing, marine, mining, and waste management via a global distributor network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Oil & Fuel Filtration Systems

NAICS

Pump and Compressor Manufacturing (33391)

SIC

Gaskets, Packg & Sealg Devices & Rubber & Plastics Hose (3050)

akta.pro primary industry

Separation & Filtration Equipment (Filters, Centrifuges, Membranes) (IMAHAEAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Hydraulic, Pneumatic & Fluid Power Systems MRO (Cylinders, Pumps, Valves, Hoses) (TLAKAHAI)

Keywords

• Industrial fluid filtration
• Hydraulic oil conditioning
• Offline nano-filtration
• Lubricant purification systems
• Diesel fuel conditioning

Headquarters

HQ city

Fareham

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Filtration Systems Sales: Direct sales of filtration equipment including DX1000 series (1-12 cartridges), DX1525 compact systems, and DX Powertrain fuel conditioning units. One-time hardware revenue with various configurations and capacity options.
2. Filter Cartridges: Replacement cartridge sales including DXO standard cartridges and DXO-1525 compact cartridges. Ongoing consumables revenue as cartridges require periodic replacement based on contamination load.
3. Equipment Rental: Short and long-term rental equipment programs for filtration, monitoring and measurement support. Provides flexible access to technology without capital purchase.
4. Service Plans: Structured service programs including remote monitoring, condition monitoring, equipment calibration, filter debris analysis, and comprehensive fluid testing. Ongoing service contracts for long-term reliability.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Delta-Xero manufactures and sells offline (kidney-loop) capillary nano-filtration systems and replacement cartridges that condition hydraulic, lubrication, gear, turbine, compressor, transformer, engine, and fuel oils. The hardware portfolio comprises the DX1000 Series (1–12 cartridge modular units), the DX1525 Series (compact units for reservoirs up to 1,200 litres), and the DX Powertrain Fuel & Engine Oil series for diesel, FAME, HVO and kerosene, all removing water, siloxane, varnish, particulates, salts and biological contamination down to 0.1 micron. The company also supplies the DXO cartridge consumable line, mobile/trolley deployment kits, MP Filtri ICM 2.0 in-line monitoring accessories, and condition-monitoring and equipment-solution services.

Product overview

Delta-Xero is a UK-based manufacturer of industrial nano-filtration and fluid conditioning systems. The product portfolio centres on patented offline (kidney-loop) filtration technology that removes water, siloxane, varnish, particulates, and salts down to 0.1 micron — well below ISO 4406 cleanliness standards. The core offering spans three product series: the DX1000 Series (Oils) for hydraulic, gear, turbine, and industrial oils available in tray and wall-mounted configurations with 1–12 cartridge capacity; the compact DX1525 Series for smaller-volume systems up to 1,200 litres; and the DX Powertrain (Fuel & Engine Oil) series for high-flow diesel, FAME, HVO, and kerosene conditioning. Supporting these are two cartridge lines — the standard DXO Cartridge and compact DXO-1525 — using 100% recycled capillary media. Accessories include the MP FILTRI ICM 2.0 in-line contamination monitor and mobile/trolley deployment kits. Services encompass condition monitoring (particle count, microscope analysis, fluid testing, debris analysis) and equipment solutions (remote monitoring, rental, service plans). All units operate offline, continuously conditioning fluids without disrupting operations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• DX1000 Series (Oils) Filtration Systems Industrial modular offline filtration systems available in tray and wall-mounted configurations, configurable with 1 to 12 cartridges handling fluid volumes from 4,500 to 72,000 litres. Supports hydraulic, gear, turbine, compressor, transformer, and engine oils, with ATEX Zone 1/2 configurations available using pneumatic or hydraulic motor drives.
• DX1525 Series Compact Filtration System Compact nano oil filtration system designed for smaller-volume systems with reservoirs up to 1,200 litres. The most cost-effective unit for targeted asset protection, ideal for wind turbine nacelles and individual CNC machines. Available in tray or wall-mounted configurations with or without pump.
• DX Powertrain Fuel & Engine Oil Conditioning System High-flow fuel conditioning series specifically engineered for diesel, 100% FAME, HVO, and kerosene applications. Includes integrated cooling systems to maintain optimal fluid temperature during high-intensity purification. Reduces diesel contamination by 99.8% and water content by 99.5%.
• DXO Nano-Filtration Cartridge Patented zero-bypass nano-filtration cartridge using 100% recycled capillary media. Removes sub-micron oxidation products, sludge, solid particulate, resins, bacteria, water (free and emulsified), and varnish down to 0.1 micron. Modular design supporting 1 to 12 cartridges per housing. Fully recyclable.
• DXO-1525 Compact Filter Cartridge Specialised compact cartridge for DX1525 series housings. Removes particulates, water, varnish, and salts down to 0.1 micron. Water absorption capacity up to 2,000 ml with operating range of 0°C to 100°C. Made from recycled PP cellulose mix and fully recyclable.
• In-Line Contamination Monitor ICM 2.0 MP Filtri Advanced in-line particle counter integrated directly into Delta-Xero systems. Provides continuous real-time data on particulate and moisture levels. Measures contamination against ISO 4406 and NAS 1638 standards, transforming the filtration unit into a Fluid Intelligence Hub.
• Mobile Kit for DX1006–DX1012 Fully integrated mobile kit for higher-capacity systems above DX1006, mounted on heavy-duty industrial castors. Available in standard and pneumatic drive variants for non-electrical environments, enabling rapid relocation across multiple assets.
• Trolley Kit for DX1001–DX1004 Series Flexible space-conscious solution for integrating DX cartridges into both new and existing systems, allowing tailoring to specific customer requirements with various standard options.
• Condition Monitoring Services Continuous tracking and analysis of operating fluids to detect contamination, wear, and system stress. Includes particle count analysis, rapid microscope analysis, comprehensive fluid testing, and filter debris analysis delivered to industrial customers under service agreements.
• Equipment Solutions (Calibration, Rental & Service Plans) Structured programs for long-term fluid reliability. Includes remote monitoring systems, short- and long-term rental equipment, and structured service plans with audits and sampling schedules to support customer fluid reliability programs.

Quantifiable outcome

• 99.8% diesel contamination reduction and 99.5% water content removal
• +7 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

19 partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• Micron Eagle Hydraulics LtdcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUK-based offshore hydraulic service and fluid conditioning specialist for the North Sea energy sector. Located at Blackburn Industrial Estate, Kinellar, Aberdeen, United Kingdom.
• Europafilter Norge AScoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNorwegian specialist distributor for offshore, maritime, and hydropower oil filtration solutions. Located at Liavegen 33, 5705 Voss, Norway.
• Filterteknik Sverige ABcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLeading Swedish supplier of high-quality filtration systems and contamination monitoring equipment for construction, marine, and industrial sectors across Scandinavia.
• Union Oiltech ApScoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDanish specialist in belt filtration and high-temperature oil restoration technology.
• Hexagon SolutionscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIndustrial sales and technical support partner serving maritime and industrial sectors across Greece.
• Toros Filtrasyon Teknolojileri A.ŞcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTechnical distributor supporting industrial filtration and monitoring solutions across Turkey. Located in Istanbul.
• MARECHE DISTRIBUCIÓN S.L.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSpanish-owned specialist industrial distributor providing high-performance lubrication, wear protection, and maintenance solutions for heavy industrial sectors including cement, mining, pulp & paper, and logistics.
• Asset ReliabilitycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDubai-based consultancy providing asset integrity services including vibration analysis, laser alignment, and lubrication management to improve industrial machinery lifespan.
• G Eitan Advanced Technology LtdcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorISO-certified distributor supporting refineries, power generation, and biotech fluid systems in Israel.
• Nile Advanced Technology & Commerce (NATCOM)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReliability-based maintenance and oil restoration specialist for the Egyptian industry.
• Spectra Oil Corporation LimitedcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorZambian distributor of lubricants and fuels for mining and heavy industry across Southern Africa.
• FPI Industrial LtdcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBrazilian representative for advanced flow monitoring and fluid technology solutions.
• Kimbro Oil CompanycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUS-based wholesale distributor of lubricants, fuels, and industrial filtration systems. Located in Nashville, TN.
• Exterra ReliabilitycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAustralian specialist consultancy led by industry expert Rafe Britton, providing advanced lubrication engineering, oil analysis interpretation, and reliability training for mining and heavy industrial sectors.
• Kempe EngineeringcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAustralian-owned specialist engineering company providing maintenance, modernization, and process equipment services for large-scale industrial operations including mining, alumina, and oil & gas.
• Norton Hydraulics LimitedcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUnited Kingdom distributor of fluid power components, hoses, and predictive maintenance solutions. Located in Birmingham.
• PT Tsar InternationalcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized partner and distributor in Indonesia. Conducted diesel fuel trial demonstrating fuel cleanliness improvements from ISO 19/18/17 to ISO 13/12/7.
• POLARIS Laboratories EuropesupportingTechnology or IntegrationIndependent laboratory conducting long-term study on lubricant additive preservation. Confirmed no abnormal depletion of Base Number, acid number and oxidation followed normal trends, and lubricant stability was maintained.
• MP FiltrisupportingTechnology or IntegrationTechnology partnership for ICM 2.0 in-line contamination monitor integrated into Delta-Xero systems. Provides real-time ISO 4406 and NAS 1638 contamination monitoring.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• Fil-Tec: UK-based industrial filtration and fluid management specialist serving industrial and marine applications — a smaller regional/scale rival competing on similar fluid conditioning outcomes.
• Faudi Aviation / Velcon Filters: Specialist fuel filtration providers serving aviation, marine, and bulk fuel storage markets — overlapping with Delta-Xero's DX Powertrain fuel conditioning line.
• Rotorflush Filters: UK-based niche manufacturer of self-cleaning filters for marine and industrial water/fluid systems — comparable scale and UK manufacturing base to Delta-Xero, serving adjacent industrial fluid challenges.

Broad incumbents

• Pall Corporation: Industrial filtration division of Danaher, serving oil & gas, power, and aerospace with both hydraulic and fuel conditioning systems — broad incumbent competing for similar enterprise accounts.
• Parker Hannifin (Filtration Division): Major hydraulic and process filtration player with global service network and OEM design-in relationships across mobile and industrial hydraulics, overlapping with Delta-Xero's core verticals.
• HYDAC: Global hydraulic and lubrication filtration incumbent with extensive offline filter, condition monitoring, and hydraulic component portfolio — overlapping with Delta-Xero's DX1000/DX Powertrain offerings at far larger scale.
• Donaldson Company: Filtration specialist with a large industrial hydraulics, lube, and fuel portfolio — competing for the same manufacturing, mining, and power-generation customers as Delta-Xero.
• Bosch Rexroth: Major hydraulics manufacturer with its own offline filtration and condition monitoring line, often bundled with pumps and valves — overlapping with Delta-Xero's hydraulic conditioning offering.

Direct peers

• MP Filtri: Italian fluid power filtration manufacturer whose ICM 2.0 in-line particle counter Delta-Xero integrates — overlapping strongly in hydraulic offline filtration and condition monitoring.
• C.C. Jensen (CJC): Danish pioneer of offline kidney-loop oil filtration with deep installed base across turbines, hydraulics, and marine — the closest direct functional analogue to Delta-Xero's capillary offline systems.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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