US demand for filters will grow 4.3% annually through 2009 based on ongoing sales in the aftermarket, changing environmental regulations and increasing water recycling. Air purification filters will lead gains while fluid filters dominate sales. The consumer market will post the strongest gains due to concerns about indoor air and potable water quality.

This study analyzes the $9 billion US filter industry. It presents historical demand data for 1994, 1999 and 2004 as well as forecasts to 2009 and 2014 by filter product (e.g., fluid power, fluid treatment, water treatment, oil, air intake, fuel, cabin air, emissions, air purification panels and pockets, fabric air pollution, cartridge, electrostatic); and by market (e.g., motor vehicles, utilities).

The study also considers market environment indicators, reviews filter technology, details industry structure and company market share, and profiles 42 industry competitors including Donaldson, Honeywell, CLARCOR, Affinia Group, Cummins, Parker-Hannifin, General Motors, and ArvinMeritor.