What Miltech does

Miltech België BVBA, founded in 1999 and headquartered in Lommel, Belgium, is a privately held specialty engineering and manufacturing firm that designs, produces, installs, and maintains custom industrial air extraction and purification systems for factories and workshops. The company operates across the Benelux region through five branches, including a Dutch headquarters in Eindhoven and regional coverage for Belgium, West/South Netherlands, and Mid/North Netherlands, with Luxembourg also listed as a served market. Miltech self-describes as the market leader in industrial extraction in the Benelux and reports more than 25 years of operational experience.

The product portfolio centers on turn-key extraction systems combining extraction arms (Super-Max, Flexi, and ATEX-certified variants from Plymoth), filter systems (SULT cartridge and bag filters, including the FLMD, FLGD, and FLC lines covering 2,500-50,000 m³/h), high-pressure industrial fans and centrifugal ventilators (200-40,000 Pascal range, including ATEX EU, MPR, and plastic RMV models), Dustcontrol mobile industrial vacuum cleaners (DC 1800/2900a/3900a eco with HEPA H13), wet scrubbers/air washers (Miltech MWS 20-50, 2,000-16,000 m³/h), pre-separators, and blowers. Underlying technology is rooted in fluid dynamics, wet scrubbing chemistry, and explosion-protection engineering, with all systems certified to meet ATEX directive 2014/34/EU for zones 0/1/2 (gas) and 20/21/22 (dust), as well as Arbo (occupational health) and EU environmental emission standards. Proprietary or exclusive elements include the patented SULT push-pull welding smoke extraction architecture and Plymoth's Air Care air-recycling technology distributed through Miltech's Benelux channel.

Revenue is generated through three streams: (1) custom-engineered industrial extraction system projects delivered turn-key with installation; (2) sale of branded components and replacement parts sourced from SULT, Plymoth, Teldust, and Dustcontrol; and (3) recurring service and maintenance contracts. Pricing is quote-based and follows a freemium-style entry point of free on-site inventory assessments, with no binding obligation. The company operates a sales-led, field-sales-driven go-to-market with five regional sales lines covering the Benelux, targeting primary verticals of metalworking, food, and chemicals, and secondary verticals of paper, concrete, recycling, seed processing, ash handling, and laboratories.

Name

Miltech

Legal name

Miltech België BVBA

Website

https://miltech.be

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Miltech België BVBA is a privately held Belgian industrial engineering firm, founded in 1999, that designs, installs, and maintains custom air extraction and filtration systems (dust, vapor, and ATEX-certified solutions) for manufacturing factories and workshops across the Benelux.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Air Extraction Systems

NAICS

Industrial and Commercial Fan and Blower and Air Purification Equipment Manufacturing (333413), Industrial Machinery Manufacturing (33324)

SIC

Industrial & Commercial Fans & Blowers & Air Purifing Equip (3564)

akta.pro primary industry

Dust Collection & Air Filtration Equipment (Industrial) (IMAHALAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Emission Control & Scrubbing Equipment (Scrubbers, Dust Collectors, Catalytic Systems) (IMAHAEAK), Separation & Filtration Equipment (Filters, Centrifuges, Membranes) (IMAHAEAB), Industrial Vacuum Systems (Wet/Dry, Dust Extraction) (IMAHALAC)

Keywords

• Industrial air extraction
• Dust collection systems
• Welding fume extraction
• ATEX certified equipment
• Industrial ventilation systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Lommel

HQ country

Belgium

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Custom Industrial Extraction System Projects: Design, production, installation, and maintenance of custom industrial air extraction systems. Projects are sized based on customer requirements with custom engineering for each installation. Turn-key delivery includes service and maintenance.
2. Equipment and Component Sales: Sale of extraction components and replacement parts including extraction arms, filters, fans, and dust collectors from branded partners (SULT, Plymoth, Teldust, Dustcontrol). Products include Dustcontrol mobile industrial vacuum cleaners, SULT filter systems, and custom-built ventilators.
3. Service and Maintenance Contracts: Ongoing periodic maintenance services to keep extraction systems in optimal condition. Regular maintenance ensures maximum lifespan of equipment and sustained filtration performance.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Miltech designs, produces, installs, and maintains customized industrial air extraction systems for factories and workshops across the Benelux region. Its offering combines extraction arms, dust and vapor filters, centrifugal fans, wet scrubbers, ATEX-certified components for explosive atmospheres, and mobile industrial vacuum cleaners, delivered as turn-key solutions with on-site assessment, custom engineering, installation, and periodic maintenance services.

Product overview

Miltech is an industrial air and environmental technology specialist offering customized industrial air extraction systems for factories and workshops. The product portfolio centers around a modular system approach combining extraction arms, filters, fans, and specialized components. Core product categories include: (1) Complete industrial extraction systems with turn-key delivery, (2) Extraction arms including Super-Max, Flexi, and ATEX-certified variants, (3) ATEX-certified extraction systems for explosive environments following ATEX directive 2014/34/EU, (4) Filter systems including SULT patronenfilters and mouwenfilters with modular FLGD/FLMD/FLC series, (5) Dustcontrol industrial vacuum cleaners (DC 1800/2900a/3900a eco series), (6) Wet scrubbers (MWS 20-50 series) for moist and explosive materials, (7) Industrial fans with underpressure 200-40,000 Pascal including ATEX EU/MPR/RMV models, and (8) Pre-separators for central vacuum systems. Miltech supplies products from partner brands SULT, Plymoth, Teldust, and Dustcontrol alongside their own branded solutions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SULT: German manufacturer of filter systems and cartridge filters based in Stuttgart, specializing in industrial extraction technology
• Plymoth
• Teldust
• Dustcontrol

Products and services

• Custom Industrial Extraction Systems Customized industrial air extraction systems for factories and workshops that purify air by removing harmful substances, vapors, and gases. Complete turn-key delivery including production, installation, and periodic maintenance, designed to comply with Arbo, ATEX, and environmental standards.
• SULT Modular Cartridge Filter Systems (FLMD / FLGD / FLC) SULT cartridge filter systems from German manufacturer SULT GmbH covering air volumes from small up to 50,000 m3/h. FLMD handles 2,500-32,000 m3/h, FLGD handles 16,000-50,000 m3/h, and FLC compact unit handles up to 7,500 m3/h. Features patented front loader, targeted raw gas distribution, variable air guidance, and effective cleaning for 24/7 operation with up to 99.97% separation at 0.3 micrometers.
• Dustcontrol Industrial Vacuum Cleaners (DC 1800 / 2900a / 3900a eco) Mobile industrial vacuum cleaners from Swedish manufacturer Dustcontrol for source extraction and cleaning in heavy industrial conditions. Three-stage filtration including HEPA H13 (99.995% separation), available in capacities of 15L, 24L, and 40L with airflows up to 320 m3/h. Designed for metal, food, and pharmaceutical industries.
• ATEX Centrifugal Fans (EU / MPR / RMV series) ATEX-certified centrifugal fans for industrial extraction with volume ranges from 400 to 70,000 m3/h and static pressures from 250 to 5,250 Pa (and RMV plastic variant for corrosive environments). Certified for ATEX zones 1, 2, 21, and 22 with backward-curved blades, stainless steel execution, and cooling wheel for media up to 150 degrees C.
• Wet Scrubbers / Air Washers (MWS 20-50 series) Wet scrubbing systems (Miltech MWS series) for air streams containing moist, sticky, explosive, or burning materials. Capacities range from 2,000 m3/h (MWS 20) to 16,000 m3/h (MWS 50). Uses physical water-air mixing principle without a pump, making the system energy-efficient and reliable. ATEX zone 20 internal and zone 22 external, RVS 304 material.
• ATEX Extraction Arms (Super-M / Super-PM / Chemicus) ATEX-certified extraction arms in stainless steel (Super-M), galvanized steel with conductive hose (Super-PM), and compact laboratory-grade design (Chemicus). Approved for ATEX zones 1/21 and 2/22, with high-gloss polished surfaces (<0.8 micron smoothness) for pharmaceutical, food, and chemical industries. Lengths from 1.5m to 4m.
• Plymoth Super-Max Extraction Crane Heavy-duty extraction arm system from Swedish manufacturer Plymoth with two ball-bearing mounted horizontal extension arms with disc brakes. External parallelogram support with gas springs provides light nozzle movement and stable positioning. Available in lengths 4-8 meters and diameters 100/125/160/200 mm.
• Filter Units for Food and Pharmaceutical Industry Custom-made filter units in stainless steel execution for food and pharmaceutical industry requirements. Options include open filters, mobile variants, wall mounting, and integration with workstations via adjustable extraction arms. Designed to meet hygiene and contamination control requirements.
• Pre-Separators for Central Vacuum Systems Pre-separators that remove coarse particles from air before filtration in central vacuum systems, significantly reducing filter load and extending filter lifespan. Used in industrial extraction installations to protect downstream filtration equipment.
• Service and Maintenance Contracts Ongoing periodic maintenance services to keep extraction systems in optimal condition. Regular maintenance ensures maximum lifespan of equipment and sustained filtration performance for industrial customers across the Benelux region.

Segments9 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature8 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• SULT GmbHcoreTechnology or IntegrationGerman manufacturer (Stuttgart-based) specializing in filter systems and patron filters for industry and pharmacy. Supplier of patented filtration technology including the SULT Compacte Patronenfilter FLC (up to 7,500 m3/h), FLMD Modular Patronenfilter (2,500-32,000 m3/h), and FLGD Modular Patronenfilter (16,000-50,000 m3/h). SULT is the inventor of the push-pull welding smoke extraction system.
• PlymothcoreTechnology or IntegrationSwedish manufacturer with over 40 years of experience producing high-quality extraction arms. Develops extraction arms with patented Air Care technology that extracts air pollutants directly at the source, filters, and recycles air. Products include Super-Max, Super-M, and Flexi extraction arms in various lengths (1.5-8m) and diameters.
• TeldustmajorTechnology or IntegrationDanish market leader in development, construction, and production of filters for industrial extraction technology. Offers extensive standard range of patron and sleeve filters meeting ATEX and CE requirements.
• DustcontrolmajorTechnology or IntegrationSwedish manufacturer with over 40 years of experience specializing in mobile dust extractors for industry. Produces industrial vacuum cleaners including DC 1800 eco, DC 2900a eco, and DC 3900a eco models with eco technology for lower energy consumption and higher efficiency.
• Blackbird SimulationsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNote: This partnership relates to a different Miltech entity (Miltech Simulations) developing Microsoft Flight Simulator add-ons. Partnership for MH-60 helicopter package and Mission Hub development.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Sentry Air Systems: US-based manufacturer of source-capture air filtration, dust collectors and fume extractors for industrial and laboratory applications. Comparable product scope with a focus on smaller and modular units, partially overlapping with Miltech's industrial vacuum and extraction offerings.

Broad incumbents

• Donaldson Company: US-headquartered global filtration manufacturer with a large industrial dust collection and fume extraction portfolio (including the Torit brand). Comparable technology stack but broader portfolio and significantly larger scale than Miltech.
• AAF Flanders (American Air Filter): Global manufacturer of air filtration products including industrial dust collectors and fume extraction systems. Comparable end products and regulatory positioning, but operates as a broad incumbent across many filtration categories.
• MANN+HUMMEL: German global filtration specialist serving automotive, industrial and life sciences markets with air and liquid filtration products. Overlaps with Miltech in industrial air filtration but is a much broader incumbent.
• Freudenberg Filtration Technologies: Division of German Freudenberg Group producing industrial air and liquid filtration including dust collection and process filtration. Comparable in industrial air filtration markets but at much greater scale and broader portfolio.

Direct peers

• Camfil: Swedish-based global air filtration company producing industrial dust collectors, cartridge filters and clean-air solutions. Comparable as a competing manufacturer of cartridge filters and dust extraction systems used in Miltech's same verticals.
• Airflow Systems: Manufacturer of industrial air cleaners, fume extractors and source-capture arms for metalworking, welding and manufacturing environments. Direct peer in product scope and customer use cases, though primarily US-focused.
• Nederman: Swedish global leader in industrial air filtration, dust and fume extraction, and workplace air quality. Closely comparable in product scope (extraction arms, filters, fans) and end markets, but operates at a far larger international scale than Miltech.
• Plymovent: Dutch-based manufacturer specializing in welding fume extraction, industrial filtration and vehicle exhaust removal. Plymovent is a direct competitor and the most geographically and product-overlapping peer to Miltech, even competing through shared supplier Plymoth-branded arms.
• Keller Lufttechnik: German manufacturer of industrial extraction systems, dust collectors, and welding fume filtration. Direct peer given overlapping product range (extraction arms, wet scrubbers, ATEX systems) and similar custom-engineered project approach for industrial customers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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