Air Pollution Control

What Air Pollution Control does

Air Pollution Control Specialists is a privately-held industrial air filtration solutions provider founded in 1999 and headquartered at 1851 Gulf Freeway South, League City, Texas, in the Greater Houston metropolitan area. The company serves commercial and industrial customers across Texas and Louisiana, providing system design, installation, analysis, troubleshooting, maintenance, and replacement filter services for facilities that generate airborne dust, mist, fumes, and contaminants. Its customer base spans manufacturers and processors operating in welding, sand blasting, thermal spray, wood processing, grain/agriculture, grinding, and plasma/laser cutting applications.

The company's product portfolio is centered on Camfil APC's industrial filtration equipment, headlined by the Gold Series X-Flo (GSX) modular dust collector and a family of mist collectors (EM Expert, EM Profi, EM-O Compact, and Oil Expert) targeting different machining regimes. Underlying filtration technology relies on proprietary HemiPleat and Gold Cone filter media delivering up to 99.999% separation efficiency at 0.5 micron particles, with continuous double-seal gaskets, modular housings accommodating up to 6,000 CFM per module, and complementary washable Dura-Pleat filters rated to MERV 16. Supporting ductwork is sourced through distribution partnerships with KB Duct (modular, clamp-together, and flanged ducting) and US Duct (custom-fabricated duct components), and the company supplies replacement filters and cartridges for multiple competing brands including Camfil/Farr, Torit, Mac Equipment, Wheelabrator, American Air Filter, UAS/dust-hog, Pneumafil, Breco, and Filter 1.

The business operates as a value-added regional reseller and service provider under a sales-led, project-based B2B model. Revenue is generated through one-time equipment sales (collectors, ductwork), recurring replacement filter sales tied to the installed base, and professional services including on-site system design, turn-key installation, and periodic maintenance contracts. Pricing is quote-based with no publicly disclosed tiers; customers initiate transactions via direct phone (281-332-7935), website quote request forms, or on-site consultations with dust collection specialists. Marketing is concentrated on the company website and direct outreach, and the constrained Texas-Louisiana footprint indicates a focused, relationship-driven go-to-market approach rather than a scaling enterprise motion.

Name

Air Pollution Control

Legal name

Air Pollution Control Specialists

Website

https://airpollutioncontrol.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Air Pollution Control Specialists is a privately-held, League City, Texas-based distributor and service provider for Camfil APC industrial dust, mist, and fume collection systems, serving commercial and industrial customers across Texas and Louisiana with system design, installation, maintenance, and replacement filter services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Air Filtration and Dust Collection Services

NAICS

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

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industry

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

Keywords

• Industrial dust collection
• Air filtration systems
• Mist collection equipment
• Fume extraction systems
• Dust collector services

Headquarters

HQ city

League City

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Dust Collection Equipment Sales: Sale of industrial dust collectors, mist collectors, and fume collection systems including centralized systems and portable units. Equipment ranges from simple systems to complex applications.
2. Replacement Filters and Cartridges: Sale of replacement filter cartridges and associated changeouts for various dust collector manufacturers including Camfil, Torit, Mac Equipment, Wheelabrator, American Air Filter, and others.
3. Services: System design, installation, analysis, troubleshooting, maintenance support (as-needed or periodic contracts), and filter changeout services for dust collection systems.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

Air Pollution Control Specialists distributes industrial dust, mist, and fume collection equipment—primarily Camfil APC's Gold Series X-Flo dust collectors and EM/Oil Expert line of mist collectors—alongside complementary ductwork from KB Duct and US Duct. The company provides turn-key services including system design, installation, analysis, troubleshooting, periodic maintenance, and replacement filter changeouts for commercial and industrial facilities in Texas and Louisiana.

Product overview

Air Pollution Control Specialists is a distributor and service provider for industrial dust, mist, and fume collection equipment. Their core product portfolio centers on Camfil APC's Gold Series X-Flo (GSX) industrial dust collectors and a comprehensive line of mist collectors (EM Expert, EM Profi, EM-O Compact, and Oil Expert) designed for various machining applications. Supporting the collectors are specialized filter products including HemiPleat Gold Cone Filter Cartridges, Gold Cone X-Flo Filter Cartridges, Dura-Pleat Washable Gold Cone Filters, and HemiPleat Oval Filters. The company also offers complementary ductwork solutions through KB Duct and US Duct partnerships. Services include system design, installation, analysis, troubleshooting, and maintenance support, along with replacement filters for multiple dust collector manufacturers. Applications span welding, sand blasting, thermal spray, wood processing, grain/agriculture, grinding, and plasma/laser cutting operations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Gold Series X-Flo (GSX) Industrial Dust Collector Industrial dust collector using crossflow technology and proprietary HemiPleat Gold Cone filter cartridges with modular design accommodating up to 6,000 CFM per module. Designed to safely remove toxic and combustible dusts, smoke, and fumes from factories and shops, exceeding OSHA mandates for factory air quality.
• EM Expert Mist Collector High-end, high-efficiency, modular coolant mist collector for high speed/high pressure machining processes such as grinding, cutting, and drilling. Achieves 99.97% collection efficiency on 0.3 micron particles with optional HEPA filter, featuring multi-stage filtration, self-cleaning media, adjustable airflow, and 24/7 operation capability.
• EM Profi Mist Collector User-friendly, modular mist collector for low speed/low pressure machining processes including turning, milling, and honing. Features self-cleaning filtration, automatic sprayer system, and corrosion-proof two-stage filtration system.
• EM-O Compact Mist Collector Compact, entry-level mist collector for smaller machine shops. Handles both oil and synthetic coolant applications with minimal conversion, featuring >F9 separation efficiency and optional HEPA filter.
• Oil Expert Mist Collector High-end, modular oil mist collector for separating and filtering straight oil mist from machining processes. Features multi-stage filtration achieving 99.97% efficiency on 0.3 micron particles with self-cleaning media and 24/7 operation capability.
• HemiPleat Gold Cone Filter Cartridges Filter cartridges with patented inner cone of filtration media for Gold Series dust collectors. Features Camfil PolyTech media delivering 99.999% separation efficiency down to 0.5 micron with continuous double seal gaskets for leak protection.
• Gold Cone X-Flo Filter Cartridges Advanced dust collector filter cartridges featuring proprietary HemiPleat Gold Cone filters with 375 square feet of media. Designed specifically for Gold Series X-Flo dust collectors, offering the industry's highest air-to-cloth ratio and low pressure drop.
• Dura-Pleat Washable Gold Cone Filters Washable and reusable spunbond polyester pleated filters for Gold Series dust collectors. Features Gold Cone technology adding 30% more filter media, achieving up to 99.995% efficiency on 0.5 micrometer particles and rated up to MERV 16, with media options including standard, aluminized (static dissipation), hydro-oleophobic (oil/water repellent), and PTFE membrane.
• HemiPleat Oval Filter Oval filter cartridges using proprietary HemiPleat filter technology with media options including standard, flame retardant, carbon-impregnated, PTFE, and synthetic variants. Upgradable to MERV 15 initial filtration efficiency with eXtreme nano fine fibers.
• Replacement Filters and Cartridges (Multi-Brand) Replacement filters and cartridges for dust collectors from multiple manufacturers including Camfil/Farr, Torit, Mac Equipment, Wheelabrator, American Air Filter, UAS/dust-hog, Pneumafil, Breco, and Filter 1. Available in standard, flame retardant, and high efficiency variants.
• System Design Services On-site consultation to understand individual dust, smoke, and fume challenges with experience across many different industries and system types, providing tailored design recommendations for industrial customers.
• System Installation Services Complete turn-key project packages from initial design through system installation and start-up for dust collection systems at commercial and industrial facilities.
• System Analysis and Troubleshooting System analysis for existing dust collection systems to identify issues and resolve problems, with ongoing support available to maintain optimum system performance.
• Maintenance Support Services General system maintenance on as-needed basis or periodic contracts (monthly, quarterly, or yearly) to ensure optimum dust collection system performance and minimize downtime.
• Filter Change Out Services Removal and installation of replacement filters ensuring proper installation to reduce potential problems and maintain filtration efficiency across dust collection systems.

Quantifiable outcome

• 99.999% separation efficiency down to 0.5 micron by weight with PolyTech media
• +2 more outcomes

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Camfil Air Pollution Control (APC)coreTechnology or IntegrationCamfil APC is the primary manufacturer represented by Air Pollution Control Specialists. They offer Camfil's complete line of dust, mist, and fume collectors including the Gold Series X-Flo dust collector, EM Expert/Profi/Oil Expert mist collectors, and HemiPleat/Gold Cone filter cartridges. Camfil is described as the largest air filter manufacturer in the world with ISO 9001 certified facilities.
• KB DuctminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKB Duct is a leader in standard, modular ducting systems including clamp-together and flanged ducting, individual components, and application-specific duct solutions for industrial dust, fume, mist, and air handling systems. The brand originated from Kirk & Blum, operating since 1907.
• US DuctminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUS Duct designs and fabricates all industrial duct components in various styles including flanged, clamp together, spiral, or raw end. They operate from a 34,000 square foot facility fully equipped with manufacturing equipment including brakes, shears, rolls, beaders, line welders, saws, and plasma table.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• RoboVent: US-based manufacturer and integrator of industrial dust and fume collection systems serving welding, metalworking, and general manufacturing — the same core end markets APCS targets. Sells both direct and through regional integrators, so directly comparable to APCS's product/offering mix.
• Dustvent (Diversified Air Systems): Manufacturer of industrial dust collection equipment targeting metalworking, welding, and process applications — the same verticals APCS serves. Competes for the same end-customer RFPs on dust collectors and ancillary ductwork.
• Air Handling Systems: Manufacturer and direct-to-customer supplier of dust collection systems, fume extractors, and replacement filters for woodworking and light industrial applications. Closely comparable to APCS in product mix and in using a multi-channel sales approach to industrial customers.
• Scientific Dust Collectors: Manufacturer of industrial dust collection systems serving similar applications to APCS (welding, grinding, plasma/laser cutting, woodworking, thermal spray). Competes for the same B2B industrial customers in the dust collection equipment category.
• Aercology: Manufacturer of industrial dust, mist, and smoke collectors for manufacturing environments, with a comparable product portfolio (mist collectors, dust collectors, fume extraction) and similar B2B industrial go-to-market.

Broad incumbents

• Donaldson Company: Diversified global filtration manufacturer whose Torit-brand industrial dust collectors are a direct alternative to Camfil APC equipment. Competes with APCS on both new equipment sales (via direct and distributor channels) and replacement filter sales — APCS explicitly stocks replacement filters for Torit.
• Camfil APC: Global manufacturer of dust, mist, and fume collectors (including the Gold Series X-Flo and EM Expert product lines that APCS distributes) and the largest air filter manufacturer in the world. Overlaps with APCS as both supplier and indirect competitor via direct sales to large industrial customers.
• AAF (American Air Filter): Honeywell-owned manufacturer of industrial air filtration and dust collection equipment. Competes head-to-head with Camfil APC in the dust collector category and is one of the brands whose replacement filters APCS supplies, making it both an upstream supplier-context peer and indirect competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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