Courses & Events

Build Expertise and Connect with Industry

AFS offers a range of educational programs and industry events designed to help you deepen your technical knowledge, stay current on emerging topics, and connect with peers across the filtration and separations field.

Whether you prefer structured courses, flexible on-demand learning, or in-person experiences, AFS provides multiple ways to engage—each designed to meet you where you are in your career and schedule.

AFS Technical Courses

AFS courses are designed to deliver practical, technical knowledge you can apply immediately—whether you’re new to the field or deepening specialized expertise.

Virtual Courses

Live, focused learning from anywhere.

Short, instructor-led sessions delivered online, designed to address timely topics and emerging needs in the industry.

Best for:

  • Professionals looking for quick, targeted learning.
  • Staying current on specific technical topics.
  • Learning without travel.
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On-Demand Courses

Learn at your own pace, on your schedule.

Self-paced courses that allow you to access content anytime, making it easy to fit learning into a busy schedule.

Best for:

  • Independent learners.
  • Reinforcing foundational knowledge.
  • Flexible training across teams or individuals.
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In-House Courses

Customized training for your organization.

AFS brings expert instruction directly to your team with content tailored to your specific applications, challenges, and goals.

Best for:

  • Organizations training multiple employees.
  • Addressing company-specific processes or technologies.
  • Building internal capability at scale.
Explore Our In-House Course Offerings

Short Courses at FILTCON

Deep, in-person learning alongside the industry.

Offered in conjunction with FILTCON, these in-person courses provide more comprehensive, hands-on learning experiences led by industry experts.

Best for:

  • In-depth technical training.
  • Interactive, face-to-face learning.
  • Pairing education with broader industry engagement.
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AFS Events

AFS events bring the filtration and separations community together to share knowledge, explore innovations, and build connections. While both events serve the industry, they are designed for different purposes.

FILTCON

AFS’s flagship technical conference.

FILTCON is AFS’s annual conference focused on technical depth, professional development, and community connection. It brings together engineers, scientists, and industry professionals for a program centered on education and knowledge exchange.

What to expect:

  • Technical sessions and presentations.
  • In-person short courses.
  • Industry tours and networking opportunities.

Best for:

  • Deepening technical expertise.
  • Engaging with peers and experts.
  • Immersive learning and discussion.
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FiltXPO

A large-scale industry exhibition, powered by partnership.

FiltXPO is a major international exhibition organized by INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry. AFS partners with INDA to develop and deliver the technical conference program as part of the event.

What to expect:

  • Large-scale exhibition of products and solutions.
  • Broad industry participation across sectors.
  • Technical sessions developed by AFS.

Best for:

  • Exploring the marketplace and suppliers.
  • Understanding industry trends at a high level.
  • Combining exhibition access with technical content.
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FILTCON & FiltXPO: A Complementary Approach

FILTCON and FiltXPO each serve a distinct purpose within the filtration and separations industry—and together, they provide a more complete experience than either alone.

While the comparison above highlights how the two events differ, many organizations find the greatest value in participating in both.

  • FILTCON offers a focused environment for deep technical learning, professional development, and direct engagement with peers and experts.
  • FiltXPO provides access to the broader marketplace, showcasing technologies, solutions, and industry trends at scale.

Rather than asking teams to choose between them, these events are best viewed as complementary opportunities:

  • Send technical staff and subject matter experts to FILTCON for in-depth learning.
  • Engage business development, leadership, or cross-functional teams at FiltXPO to explore the broader industry landscape.

Together, FILTCON and FiltXPO support both the technical advancement and strategic awareness needed to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving field.

Find the Right Fit

Whether you’re building foundational knowledge, exploring new topics, or connecting with the broader industry, AFS offers a pathway that fits your goals.

Start with the format or event that matches your needs—and explore from there.

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