Proper Storage of Donaldson Filters

Posted by Matt Salcedo on 8th Sep 2014

Tips and Recommendations for Storage and Handling

Whether it’s an empty trailer or building, it’s important to practice good storage and

handling techniques when it comes to filters. Before installing any filter on a piece of

equipment make sure the filter is clean, unused and free of damage and is not more

than six years old from the manufacturing date.

Never store an air filter on a shelf without it being in a box

r totally sealed from

outside contaminant.

When you see an open box of filters on the shelf, tape it shut — unless the filters

inside the box are individually sealed.

Handle filters with care to prevent filter damage; for example, don‘t throw filters

into the back of a truck.

If transporting filters from one job site to another, don’t let them roll around on the

floorboard or in the back of the truck, as this may cause damage.

Metal storage shelves may cause condensation to form on filters if sitting directly

on metal. Over time the filter may get rusty. This is another good reason to store

filters in boxes.

If the product box has layers of contaminant, take care that the contaminant

doesn’t get on the new filter when you remove it from the box.

Practice “first-in, first-out“ with your inventory. When possible, always use the

oldest inventory first.

Make sure any labels with product information and manufacturing dates are visible

to personnel pulling from the shelves.

The conditions under which the filters are stored can have a significant impact

upon the shelf life of the filter; e.g., conditions of excessive temperatures or

exposures to certain chemical environments can have an adverse effect on shelf

life.

Avoid cross contamination from an old filter to a new one. Make sure your hands

are clean when handling the new filter and avoid touching/handling the outlet side

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