Top 10 Filter press Suppliers, Manufacturers, Wholesalers and Traders in Belgium

Walk into EcoTech Solutions' headquarters in Ghent, and you'll immediately sense the passion driving their work. Founded in 2001 by a team of chemical engineers frustrated by the inefficiency of existing filtration systems in battery recycling, the company has grown from a small workshop to a European leader in lead acid battery recycling equipment. "We started because we saw a gap," says CEO Marie Dubois, who joined the company in 2008. "Recyclers were struggling to separate lead paste from water efficiently, leading to waste and compliance issues. Our first filter press was built in our garage, and now it's in over 30 countries."

EcoTech's filter press equipment is renowned for its durability—many clients report using the same machine for over 15 years with minimal repairs. What sets them apart, though, is their integration with lead acid battery recycling systems. "A filter press can't work in isolation," explains Dubois. "We design our presses to sync seamlessly with our breaking and separating equipment, so the entire process—from battery crushing to paste filtration—is optimized. One client in Liège recently told us their waste reduction jumped by 40% after upgrading to our integrated system. That's the impact we live for."

Beyond lead acid solutions, EcoTech has expanded into lithium-ion battery recycling, but their heart remains in supporting small to mid-sized recyclers. "Not every company needs a massive industrial setup," Dubois adds. "We offer modular filter presses that grow with our clients, ensuring sustainability isn't just for the big players."

Nestled in the outskirts of Brussels, this family-run business has been a fixture in Belgium's recycling scene since 1995. Founded by Jacques Laurent, a former environmental scientist, Brussels Recycling Technologies (BRT) started with a simple mission: "Make industrial recycling safe for people and the planet." Today, their air pollution control system equipment is as sought-after as their filter presses, a testament to their holistic approach.

"Our filter presses don't just separate solids—they're part of a larger ecosystem," says Laurent's daughter, Sophie, who now leads the company. "Take a circuit board recycling plant: You're dealing with heavy metals, toxic fumes, and wastewater. Our filter press removes contaminants from the water, while our air pollution control system captures particulates. It's a one-two punch for compliance." BRT's recent innovation, the EcoFilter Pro, uses smart sensors to adjust pressure and flow in real time, reducing energy use by up to 25%. "A client in Antwerp called it 'the press that thinks for itself,'" Sophie laughs. "We take that as a compliment."

What truly distinguishes BRT is their commitment to local partnerships. They work closely with Brussels' technical universities to test new materials, and 80% of their components are sourced from Belgian suppliers. "Sustainability starts at home," Sophie notes. "We're not just selling equipment—we're building a network that supports our community."

Antwerp Industrial Filters (AIF) may be one of the newer players on this list, founded in 2008, but they've made waves with their laser focus on circuit board recycling. "Circuit boards are like tiny treasure chests—full of gold, silver, and copper—but extracting those metals safely is tricky," says founder Pieter Janssen, a former electronics engineer. "Traditional filter presses often clog with fine particles, slowing down the process. We designed ours to handle the unique challenges of e-waste."

AIF's compact granulator with dry separator equipment, paired with their high-pressure filter presses, has become a game-changer for e-waste recyclers. "Dry separation reduces water usage, but it creates a lot of dust and fine solids," Janssen explains. "Our press uses a specialized cloth that traps even micron-sized particles, so recyclers get cleaner metal concentrates and less waste. A client in Rotterdam told us they're now recovering 15% more gold than before—now that's a return on investment."

Despite their success, AIF remains scrappy. The team still works out of a converted warehouse in Antwerp's port district, where Janssen often joins the assembly line. "I refuse to be a CEO who's disconnected from the product," he says. "Every filter press that leaves here has my personal stamp of approval. That's the Antwerp way—hard work, honesty, and innovation."

Ghent Green Machinery (GGM) burst onto the scene in 2010 with a bold promise: to make lithium-ion battery recycling accessible to small-scale operators. "When we started, everyone thought Li-ion recycling was only for multinationals," says co-founder Lise Van den Berg. "We proved them wrong." Today, their hydraulic press machines and filter presses are staples in recycling facilities across Europe, particularly those handling small batches of batteries from phones, laptops, and electric vehicles.

GGM's filter press equipment is designed for precision. "Li-ion batteries contain electrolytes and lithium salts that are highly reactive," Van den Berg notes. "Our presses use corrosion-resistant materials and hermetic sealing to prevent leaks. A client in Bruges once told us, 'Your press is the only one that doesn't scare my safety officer.' That's the trust we build."

What clients love most, though, is GGM's after-sales support. "We don't just sell you a machine and disappear," Van den Berg adds. "Our team offers free training, and we have a 24/7 hotline—because breakdowns don't wait for business hours. Last winter, a recycler in Luxembourg called at 2 a.m. with a filter press issue. Our technician was there by 7 a.m. That's service, not just sales."

Leuven Sustainable Systems (LSS) has been a quiet giant in Belgium's recycling equipment industry since 1987. Founded by a group of KU Leuven engineering graduates, the company cut its teeth in metal melting furnaces before expanding into filtration. "We learned early on that a furnace is only as good as its ability to handle waste," says current CEO Jan De Vos. "That's why we developed our filter presses to work with our medium frequency electricity furnaces—so the slag and metal separation is seamless."

LSS's filter press equipment is a favorite among foundries and metal recyclers for its high-temperature tolerance. "Most presses can't handle the heat of molten metal byproducts," De Vos explains. "Ours use ceramic plates that stay stable at up to 300°C. A client in Charleroi told us they used to ｒｅｐｌａｃｅ press plates every 6 months; now it's every 5 years. That's a huge cost saver."

Despite their technical prowess, LSS prides itself on simplicity. "We believe good engineering should be user-friendly," De Vos adds. "Our presses have touchscreen controls with step-by-step guides, so even new operators can get started in an hour. Sustainability shouldn't require a PhD."

Namur Recycling Innovations (NRI) is proof that innovation can come from unexpected places. Founded in 2012 by a team of former automotive engineers, NRI initially focused on cable recycling equipment before branching into filter presses. "Cable recycling generates a lot of plastic and metal waste," says founder Thomas Moreau. "We kept hearing clients complain about how hard it was to filter the coolant used in stripping. So we built a press to solve that problem—and it took off."

NRI's filter press equipment is now used in cable recycling plants across Europe, but their plastic pneumatic conveying system is equally popular. "Imagine stripping a cable: you get copper, plastic shavings, and oily coolant," Moreau explains. "Our press filters the coolant, making it reusable, while our conveying system moves the plastic shavings to a briquetter. It's a closed loop. One client in Liège said their plastic waste went from 20 tons a month to 5—all because they could recycle the coolant and repurpose the plastic."

What makes NRI stand out is their agility. "We're small enough to pivot quickly," Moreau adds. "Last year, a client asked for a filter press that could handle both wet and dry waste. Six months later, we delivered. Big companies can't do that. That's our superpower."

Straddling the border between Belgium and Luxembourg, this cross-cultural team has been bridging gaps since 2005. Luxembourg-Belgium Eco Engineering (LBEE) specializes in refrigerator and AC recycling—a niche but vital sector, given the ozone-depleting chemicals in old appliances. "Refrigerator recycling is messy work," says co-founder Claire Martin. "You're dealing with refrigerants, foam, metal, and plastic. Our filter press equipment helps separate the foam residues from wastewater, ensuring nothing harmful ends up in the environment."

LBEE's claim to fame is their refrigerant extraction machine, paired with a custom filter press. "First, we safely extract refrigerants like CFCs," Martin explains. "Then, we shred the fridge, and our press filters the foam particles from the cleaning water. A client in Luxembourg City told us their environmental audit scores went from 'needs improvement' to 'excellent' after installing our system. That's the validation we work for."

LBEE also prides itself on sustainability in its own operations. "We use 100% renewable energy in our factory, and our packaging is plastic-free," Martin adds. "We can't ask clients to be green if we're not walking the talk."

Bruges Industrial Solutions (BIS) has been a cornerstone of West Flanders' industrial scene since 1998. Founded by a group of mechanics who "got tired of fixing other people's bad machines," BIS specializes in shredders and pre-choppers, but their filter presses have gained a loyal following. "Shredding creates a lot of sludge—especially with e-waste or motors," says founder Filip De Clercq. "Our clients needed a way to dewater that sludge, so we built a press that could handle the tough stuff."

BIS's filter press equipment is known for its ruggedness. "We use military-grade steel for the frames," De Clercq boasts. "A client in Dunkirk once fed a metal bracket into the press by accident—didn't even scratch the plate. That's Belgian engineering." Their motor stator cutter, paired with a filter press, is a hit with auto recyclers. "Stators have copper windings and steel cores," De Clercq explains. "Our cutter separates them, and the press filters any oil or debris. It's like having a recycling assistant that never takes a break."

Despite their success, BIS remains grounded. "We still have Friday barbecues with the team," De Clercq laughs. "No suits, no jargon—just talking about how to make our machines better. That's how we've stayed innovative for 25 years."

The youngest company on our list, Charleroi Filter Technologies (CFT) was founded in 2015 by a trio of former EcoTech engineers. "We wanted to focus on niche markets that bigger companies overlook," says co-founder Hugo Lambert. Their specialty? Lamp recycling—a sector often overshadowed by batteries and electronics. "Fluorescent lamps contain mercury, which is highly toxic," Lambert explains. "Our filter press equipment removes mercury-laden dust from the recycling process, making it safe to recover glass and metal."

CFT's bulb eater equipment, a compact machine that crushes lamps and captures mercury, is paired with their mini filter press for small-scale recyclers. "A lot of hardware stores and schools want to recycle lamps but can't afford a big setup," Lambert notes. "Our system fits in a garage and processes up to 500 bulbs a day. A school in Charleroi told us they now recycle all their old lamps instead of sending them to landfills. That's a win for the kids and the planet."

What's next for CFT? "We're working on a filter press for LED bulb recycling," Lambert adds. "The industry is evolving, and we're evolving with it. That's the fun of being a startup—no legacy systems holding us back."

Rounding out our list is Mons Green Energy Systems (MGES), a company with a unique focus: CRT recycling. Once the backbone of TVs and monitors, CRTs contain leaded glass that's hazardous if not handled properly. "CRT recycling is a dying art, but it's still necessary," says founder Elise Petit. "There are millions of old CRTs in storage, and someone has to recycle them safely. Our filter press equipment helps separate leaded glass from other materials, ensuring it's either reused or disposed of responsibly."

MGES also dabbles in nano-ceramic technology, using nano ceramic balls in their ball mills to grind CRT glass into fine powder. "The finer the powder, the easier it is to filter out lead," Petit explains. "Our clients love that we offer both the mill and the press—no finger-pointing between suppliers if something goes wrong."

Despite the niche market, MGES is passionate about their work. "Every CRT we recycle is one less in a landfill," Petit says. "That's a legacy we're proud to build, one press at a time."