ALB FILTER

A German filtration technology company

We, Benjamin Maywald, Patrick Leichtenstern, and Tobias Müller – two computer scientists and a graduate engineer from southwest Germany – are the founders and owners of Blaufaktor GmbH & Co. KG, the company behind the Alb Filter brand. Our passion for water treatment began during our studies when we experienced firsthand the challenges of poor water quality in our student residence. This sparked our realisation of just how essential clean, hygienic drinking water is in everyday life.

What started as a personal concern soon turned into a vision: Alb Filter. Our goal is to offer high-quality water filters for household, shower, and camping applications, providing users with the peace of mind that comes with safe, clean water. We’re excited to share our premium camping range with Aussie campers and are confident you'll enjoy the same reliability and quality that we stand behind.

Access to clean drinking water is becoming increasingly vital for the global population, especially in the face of climate change and population growth. This issue extends beyond developing nations to industrialised countries as well. A recent UN environmental report reveals that the quality of freshwater has worsened in most regions since 1990. Contaminants such as pharmaceutical residues, hormones, pesticides, antibiotics, and other toxic substances are often spread through polluted drinking water. Unfortunately, many of these pollutants are not effectively captured or filtered out by sewage treatment plants or public drinking water systems. As a result, the need for effective and affordable water treatment technologies is more pressing than ever, with a growing demand for solutions that can reach communities worldwide.

Since the development of our first Alb filter in 2013, we have continually refined our technology and expanded the range of applications for our filters. Whether installed at the tap or shower hose, Alb filters offer highly efficient, chemical-free protection against pollutants, pathogens, turbidity, and unpleasant tastes. Today, the Alb filter is a versatile solution, with modular cartridge designs that allow us to address a variety of customer needs—whether for drinking water or personal hygiene, at home or on the go. Alb filters are a reliable, safe companion wherever clean water is needed.

Sustainability and the protection of resources

At Alb Filter, our commitment goes beyond providing clean drinking water—we’re dedicated to offering a sustainable alternative to plastic bottled water, helping to reduce plastic waste. Our philosophy emphasises resource conservation and sustainability, which is why we use high-quality, durable materials in our products. Our filter housings are crafted from premium stainless steel and food-safe metal alloys, ensuring both longevity and safety. To further reduce our environmental impact, we incorporate bioplastics made from lignin, replacing traditional plastic components.

We are passionate about maintaining the highest quality standards while minimizing our carbon footprint. That’s why we collaborate with experienced regional partners for development and production. Working closely with CNC turning shops, metal finishers, laser engraving specialists, and plastics engineers, we manufacture our Alb filters in the heart of the Swabian Alb region. This ensures precision and excellence in every product, proudly carrying the “Made in Germany” mark of quality.