Scheibler pressure leaf filters have a long history in chemical processing, sugar refining, and mineral filtration. The Scheibler brand is now part of the Metso (formerly Outotec) portfolio, but many existing installations still carry the Scheibler nameplate and require replacement filter bags at regular intervals. R+F FilterElements manufactures compatible filter bags for Scheibler vertical pressure leaf filters — sewn to your leaf dimensions and process specifications.
🔑 Key Takeaways
- R+F FilterElements manufactures aftermarket filter bags for Scheibler vertical pressure leaf filters.
- Bags are sewn to your exact leaf dimensions, collar geometry, and sealing profile.
- Available in monofilament PP and PET for clarity filtration, PA for chemical duty, and multifilament for pre-coat applications.
- Compatible with Scheibler systems now maintained under the Metso / Outotec service umbrella.
🏭 Scheibler Vertical PLF — Aftermarket Bag Supply
Scheibler vertical pressure leaf filters are typically found in applications requiring high-clarity filtration: edible oil processing, sugar liquor polishing, alumina refining, and catalyst recovery. The filter bags sit on stainless steel leaf frames inside a vertical pressure vessel and are replaced periodically as they lose permeability or develop defects.
We manufacture Scheibler-compatible filter bags in the same polymer and weave families used on the original equipment. Each bag is cut and sewn to the exact leaf diameter, collar dimensions, and neck profile of your unit.
| Scheibler system | R+F product | Typical materials | Application area |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vertical PLF — sugar / food | RF-PLF Series filter bags | Monofilament PP, PET | Sugar liquor polishing, edible oil clarity filtration |
| Vertical PLF — chemical | RF-PLF Series filter bags | PA, PP, PET | Catalyst recovery, alumina, chemical processing |
| Vertical PLF — pre-coat | RF-PLF Series filter bags | Multifilament PP, PET | Pre-coat / body-feed filtration with DE or perlite |
💡 Tip: If your Scheibler unit is now serviced by Metso / Outotec and you need an alternative source for replacement bags, we can work directly from your existing bag dimensions or from the leaf drawing in the original equipment manual.
Model designation, leaf diameter, number of leaves, and vessel size.
Drawing, old bag, or photographs with collar and sealing measurements.
We confirm geometry, fabric, and delivery within 48 hours.
Bags arrive sewn and finished — ready to fit onto the leaf frame.
R+F FilterElements GmbH is an independent manufacturer of filter fabrics and filter elements. Scheibler, Outotec, and Metso are trademarks of their respective owners. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or authorised by Metso or any successor entity. Product names are used solely to describe compatibility.
📩 Need Help Choosing the Right Fabric?
Our technical team at R+F FilterElements can help you find the perfect filter fabric for your specific application. Get in touch for a free consultation — we will recommend the right solution based on your machine, process, and operating conditions.