Filters and Strainers
Filters and strainers are often underrated everyday helpers, but their
manufacture is a fascinating example of precise craftsmanship and attention to
detail. Every step, from the careful processing of the wire mesh to the precise
final assembly, demonstrates the craftsmanship that goes into every product.
Premium materials and intelligent design guarantee not only optimal
functionality, but also an attractive appearance. On this page, you can find out
more about our wide range of filter variations and the meticulous manufacturing
processes behind each product. Discover the quality and design for
yourself!
Manufacturing Our Filters, Tea Balls and Tongs
Small item – major effort: it's incredible how much craftsmanship and
attention to detail goes into the production of our filters, tea balls and
tongs.
The rolled wire mesh is placed in the machine by hand in order to
punch out the right amount in the desired size. The same process is used for the
stainless steel rings and handles.
These are additionally brushed and polished by hand after the blank has been
punched. This not only guarantees a premium finish, but also brings out
authentic features of optimal quality.
The corresponding rings now form the frame of the wire mesh, which is
inserted by hand and pressed into the desired position with the help of a
moulding iron.
The previously prepared handles are then brought into
shape and, depending on whether the item being produced is a filter, a tea ball
or a tea tongs, attached to the sieve by hand using small screws and eyelets or
welded together.
This final assembly phase in particular requires the utmost precision and
manual dexterity. This is especially true when the plastic tags, which are also
made by hand, add the finishing touch to our sieves as they are individually
hand-painted and are therefore always unique.
Production of Our Paper Filters
Cha Cult® paper filters are made from
high-quality natural fibres such as cellulose and abaca, which guarantee high
porosity and durability. For our white filters, we use environmentally friendly,
chlorine-free bleaching agents to achieve a brilliant white colour. Minimal
amounts of additives such as starch, plastic or glue can also be used to ensure
the stability of the filters.
Production takes place in several
stages:
- Pulp production: The wood is converted into pulp and
processed into a uniform mass.
- Moulding: The pulp mass is evenly distributed on a sieve
and formed into a paper fibre.
- Drying process: The paper fibre is dried and then cut
into the desired filter shape.
- Packaging: The finished filters are hygienically packaged
and ready for sale.
Production of Our Cotton Filters
For our tea filter rings, wire is first cut into short pieces and moulded
into shape. Epoxy resin is then electrostatically charged and sprayed evenly
onto the rings as a powdery coating. The melting and cross-linking process then
takes place in a kiln, creating a 100 µm thick protective plastic layer that is
resistant to corrosion and chemicals.
The manufacturing process for
cotton filters comprises the following steps:
- Fabric layout: Firstly, lengths of fabric are laid out
and cut into suitable sizes.
- Cutting to size: A rotating knife is used to cut the
lengths of fabric into long strips that correspond to the subsequent filter
size.
- Adjusting the borders: The hemmed fabric strips are cut
to twice the width of the filters.
- Closing seam: The closing seam is sewn in an automatic
sewing machine.
- Final assembly: Finally, the finished filter is mounted
on the corresponding ring and individually packaged.
Advantages of Paper and Cotton Filters
1. Sustainable Raw Materials: Our environmentally friendly
Cha Cult® paper and cotton filters are made from
renewable raw materials.
2. Made in Germany and Europe:
The quality of our products is our top priority. That's why Cha
Cult® filters are manufactured in Germany and
Europe.
3. Easy Handling: Our filters are simple to use,
turning the preparation of tea into a pleasure.
4. Individual
Portioning: you can adjust the amount of tea to suit your individual
taste.
5. Practical Disposal: The filters are not only
easy to use, but also easy to dispose of.
6. Optimum Flavour
Development: The porous and fine-meshed structure of the filters
promotes ideal water circulation and allows the full flavour of the tea to
develop.
7. Variety of Sizes: With different shapes and
lengths, the filters are ideally suited to different cups and
pots.
Simple & Practical – The Cha Cult® Packaging
As your reliable partner for a wide and varied range of filters, we offer you
a clever concept for this important product area with the Cha
Cult® packaging line.
Together with experienced
designers, we have developed a look that blends in well with any sales
environment and is appealing to the eye. Our focus here is on being able to
offer you a standardised packaging concept for Cha
Cult® filters.
The range is thus easily recognisable while ensuring harmony and clarity in
your shop. The kraft paper look of the packaging builds an important bridge to
the sustainability theme, while the blue accents convey associations of purity
and freshness.
We are also constantly improving the functionality of our
Cha Cult® packaging to make it easier to handle or
to offer ecological alternatives, for example by replacing the plastic packaging
of our tea balls with cardboard boxes with a window.
Cha Cult® Décor Inspiration
A wire mesh frame, for example, is ideal for a stylish presentation of
Cha Cult® filters alongside classic shelves. With
adjustable hooks, shelves and boards, products such as tea balls and strainers
can be displayed to their best advantage.
Such frames save space, are
generally easy to assemble and can be quickly reorganised. Many of our items
also have Euro perforations, which are ideal for hanging on
hooks.
Discover more about our decoration suggestions and take
inspiration from them!
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