Dynamic pressure measurements are introduced as powerful tool to detect filter failures at early stage. Data of single recleaning purses or a time series of recleaning pulses can be used to detect filter failures and changes in filter candle conditions during commissioning and operation. High frequency sensors were used to record recleaning back pressure pulses enabling the detection of filter failures such as leakages or blockages. Changes in filter wall resistance due to patchy cleaning or depth filtration can be detected much faster with dynamic pressure measurements than with conventional differential pressure measurements. Parameters derived from dynamic pressure data were monitored over time and compared with reference data. The method complements standard pressure difference measurements. Dynamic pressure measurements were conducted at a hot gas filter applying a coupled pressure pulse (CPP) recleaning system. (C) 2013 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.