Who They Are
Generation 2 Filtration™ is a Canadian-incorporated manufacturer operating out of Ottawa, Ontario. Founded as part of L.B.S. Lubrication Units Inc., the company has been specializing in oil bypass filtration since 1995 for markets worldwide. Their mission centers on delivering cost-effective, reliable filtration solutions that bolster business performance while reducing environmental impact. They are driven by continuous improvement, accountability, and innovation in quality and process control.
What They Do
Generation 2 designs, manufactures, and supplies advanced bypass oil filtration systems—engineered to augment standard full-flow filters:
- Their systems complement, not replace, standard filters by polishing a small portion (typically <10%) of oil at very low pressures through dense media capable of capturing particles down to 1 micron and removing 99.97 % of water.
- This dual-filter approach dramatically minimizes mechanical wear, extends oil and component life, and lengthens oil change intervals—leading to significant maintenance cost savings.
- Their product offerings include:
- LP-Series (Low Pressure): Ideal for applications like diesel engines, lubrication systems, and gearboxes—handling pressures up to ~118 PSI, with various models (G2F-LP150, LP250, LP350) offering capacities from ~4 to 24 US gallons and flow rates from 0.4 to 1 gal/min.
- HP-Series (High Pressure): Designed for demanding applications such as hydraulics and transmissions, these systems handle pressures up to 4,569 PSI and offer larger capacities (66 to 475 US gallons) with comparable flow rates.
- Portable Filter Carts: Mobile units designed for rapid and continuous oil polishing, especially valuable during equipment downtime, contamination events, or for pre-filtering new oil. Carts are available with electric (110V/220V) or air diaphragm pumps, and can be customized for specific flow needs.
- Their systems are used across diverse industries—manufacturing, transportation, mining, construction, agriculture, forestry, oil & gas, waste management, and more—where maintaining clean oil is critical for uptime and equipment longevity.
- Generation 2 also supports entrepreneurs by offering exclusive distribution opportunities, with training and global support to build regional networks.