SDVOSB Finds Stainless Steel Filters for Military Power Systems

When a service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) needed specialized air filters for military power systems, Duraflow Industries delivered. The SDVOSB, a supplier of generator sets and primary switching centers (PSC), needed all-stainless steel filters that could withstand marine environments. The company also required quick turn-around times and fast shipments to a U.S. military installation.  

Duraflow didn't just provide intake filters that resisted corrosion. The filter supplier met tight timetables for assembly and delivery. Value-added manufacturing for multiple power system products also strengthened the SDVOSB's supply chain. All of the air filters were assembled at Duraflow's headquarters near Cleveland, Ohio (USA) and shipped to the East Coast.

Supporting Operational Readiness

The U.S. military needs generator sets that can supply reliable, durable power to mobile bases in marine environments. These diesel-powered gensets include wheeled, trailer-mounted units and skid loads. To support the military's mission, PSCs that distribute power to an entire base must also support the mission. Both types of power systems need air intake filters that won't fail in the field.

In marine environments, salt air can cause metal to corrode at an accelerated rate. Stainless steel costs more than galvanized steel or aluminum, but stainless steel filters are a smart choice when failure is not an option. If intake filters aren't made of the right materials, these genset and PSC components can limit operational readiness. Choosing the right filter material is important, but it's not the only consideration.

Building Trust and Meeting Deadlines

Vendor selection is about finding a manufacturer with all of the right capabilities. The ideal supplier must be able to source the necessary materials and perform the work quickly, efficiently, and correctly. Part of this process involves understanding the project requirements. Shipping and logistics also play a major role in mission success.

To find the right filter supplier, the SDVOSB performed a Web search and contacted Duraflow Industries. In turn, Duraflow asked the company a series of questions to analyze its business and technical needs. Since Duraflow kept all of the necessary components in-house, sourcing was easy. Filter assembly took just two days. Overnight shipping to the East Coast took an additional day.

When timetables are tight, Duraflow's geographic location complements its capabilities. The Cleveland, Ohio area is a hub for major highways and a cost-effective location for shipping. Duraflow shipped directly to the SDVOSB's job site, a military base in the Northeastern United States. There, the filters were installed in power systems and deployed.

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When a service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) needed specialized air filters for military power systems, Duraflow Industries delivered. The SDVOSB, a supplier of generator sets and primary switching centers (PSC), needed all-stainless steel filters that could withstand marine environments. The company also required quick turn-around times and fast shipments to a U.S. military installation.  

Duraflow didn't just provide intake filters that resisted corrosion. The filter supplier met tight timetables for assembly and delivery. Value-added manufacturing for multiple power system products also strengthened the SDVOSB's supply chain. All of the air filters were assembled at Duraflow's headquarters near Cleveland, Ohio (USA) and shipped to the East Coast.

Supporting Operational Readiness

The U.S. military needs generator sets that can supply reliable, durable power to mobile bases in marine environments. These diesel-powered gensets include wheeled, trailer-mounted units and skid loads. To support the military's mission, PSCs that distribute power to an entire base must also support the mission. Both types of power systems need air intake filters that won't fail in the field.

In marine environments, salt air can cause metal to corrode at an accelerated rate. Stainless steel costs more than galvanized steel or aluminum, but stainless steel filters are a smart choice when failure is not an option. If intake filters aren't made of the right materials, these genset and PSC components can limit operational readiness. Choosing the right filter material is important, but it's not the only consideration.

Building Trust and Meeting Deadlines

Vendor selection is about finding a manufacturer with all of the right capabilities. The ideal supplier must be able to source the necessary materials and perform the work quickly, efficiently, and correctly. Part of this process involves understanding the project requirements. Shipping and logistics also play a major role in mission success.

To find the right filter supplier, the SDVOSB performed a Web search and contacted Duraflow Industries. In turn, Duraflow asked the company a series of questions to analyze its business and technical needs. Since Duraflow kept all of the necessary components in-house, sourcing was easy. Filter assembly took just two days. Overnight shipping to the East Coast took an additional day.

When timetables are tight, Duraflow's geographic location complements its capabilities. The Cleveland, Ohio area is a hub for major highways and a cost-effective location for shipping. Duraflow shipped directly to the SDVOSB's job site, a military base in the Northeastern United States. There, the filters were installed in power systems and deployed.