Wind tunnel testing for air filter efficiency and pressure drop
We offer full-service wind tunnel testing at the University of Alberta in Edmonton, Canada, to evaluate air filter performance under controlled airflow conditions.
Testing can investigate particle-removal efficiency and pressure drop at selected airflow rates, helping partners compare filter media and configurations and assess the balance between filtration performance and airflow resistance.
Potential projects include: • Measuring upstream and downstream particle concentrations to evaluate filtration efficiency. • Measuring pressure drop across filters at different airflow rates. • Comparing filter media, designs, and prototype configurations. • Supporting filter development and research on HVAC and air-treatment systems.
Our team works with partners to define the test objectives, suitable methods, operating conditions, and reporting requirements. Services include test planning, setup, execution, data analysis, and technical reporting.
This capability is suited to filter manufacturers, HVAC companies, air-treatment technology developers, and research organizations. Filter dimensions, airflow range, particle-size range, test aerosol, and compatibility with the apparatus are confirmed during project scoping.
Please contact us with your filter specifications, desired measurements, and timeline. Costs and scheduling are agreed based on the testing scope.
About University of Alberta
The University of Alberta is a large, comprehensive public research university in Edmonton with multiple campuses and a strong applied research culture. Industry engages through co-located labs and pilot-scale facilities, as well as established co-op and internship programs that place talent with partners year-round. Integration with Alberta’s province-wide hospital system supports clinical research and accelerates translation. Companies also benefit from proximity to regional industry clusters and collaboration hubs on and near campus for joint R&D and prototyping. Supported by NSERC, CIHR, SSHRC, and Canada Foundation for Innovation funding—plus provincial and industry support—the tech transfer office manages IP, licensing, and startup formation with streamlined sponsored-research agreements.
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