Simplifying Equipment Maintenance for International Airports with Universal Air Filter

2024-07-25

How UAF’s capabilities with industrial air filtration and service experience with national telecom providers uniquely positions them to reduce complexity in airport maintenance operations.

International airports are bustling hubs of activity, relying on a vast array of equipment to ensure smooth operations and passenger safety. Central to their operation is the regular maintenance of air filters; an often-overlooked component that plays a vital role in protecting sensitive electronics and electrical equipment.

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The Complexity of Air Filter Procurement and Maintenance

The annual maintenance of air filters in an airport environment is a complex task. Each piece of equipment requires a specific air filter part, necessitating procurement from individual original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) or a variety of distributors. This fragmented approach not only complicates the maintenance process but also increases procurement time and costs along with inventory management. Coordinating the replacement of filters across such a diverse range of equipment can become a logistical nightmare, leading to potential delays and inefficiencies.

Universal Air Filter: A Custom Solution Provider

Universal Air Filter (UAF) is uniquely positioned to address these challenges. Specializing in custom filtration for electronics and electrical equipment, UAF is already the OEM supplier for many types of equipment found in airports. For instances where UAF is not the current supplier, engineers can easily design and manufacture new filters to match the exact dimensions and performance requirements of any equipment at no cost to the customer. This capability ensures that all equipment remains protected and operates efficiently.

Proven Success in Telecommunications

This is not a new concept for UAF. Over the past decade, UAF has established itself as a major supplier of air filters for telecommunications equipment OEMs. Ten years ago, UAF initiated a program to survey telecom central offices to identify every network element that required air filter maintenance. This comprehensive approach enabled UAF to streamline the maintenance process into an annual or semi-annual order for “just in time” inventory. This system prevented unnecessary material stocking due to minimum order quantities (MoQs) and eliminated the need to purchase individual replacement filters for hundreds of different types of equipment.

Benefits of a Consolidated Maintenance Program

The benefits of UAF’s consolidated maintenance program are clear. By becoming a one-stop-shop for air filter needs, UAF has saved time and money for major service providers. Today, UAF has national programs and maintenance contracts with these providers, even deploying teams of technicians to perform filter maintenance for customers. This model has proven to be a massive time and cost saver, ensuring that equipment remains in optimal working condition without the burden of managing multiple suppliers.

A Tailored Solution for Airports

Given the diverse range of equipment and the expansive nature of airport campuses, a similar program would be highly beneficial. By partnering with UAF, airports can streamline their maintenance, procurement, and stocking processes. UAF’s expertise and custom solutions can simplify the complex task of air filter replacement, ensuring that all equipment remains protected and operational.

Next Steps

If you or someone you work with is involved in the maintenance, procurement, or management of activities such as replacing air filters on critical equipment within an airport operation, we invite you to contact Braeden Fields at [email protected] . Schedule a walk-through to help identify the filters you know and the filters you don’t. Simplify your maintenance operations with UAF’s expertise and ensure your airport runs smoothly.

Universal Air Filter is committed to providing reliable and efficient solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of international airports. Contact us today to learn how we can help streamline your air filter maintenance and procurement processes. You can also submit a request for a site survey here on our website.