About
For more than a century, APV has delivered process technologies and end-to-end processing solutions that help manufacturers improve product quality, production efficiency and long-term plant performance. Combining engineering expertise, application knowledge and automation, APV supports every stage of production across the dairy, food, beverage, pharmaceutical, personal care and industrial sectors.
From individual components to fully integrated processing systems, APV helps manufacturers optimize efficiency, reliability and operational performance. Innovation Centers, lifecycle services, genuine OEM parts and global technical expertise help customers reduce project risk and maximize the long-term value of every investment.
Brand Overview
APV offers one of the industry's broadest portfolios of hygienic process technologies, including heat exchangers, thermal processing systems, homogenizers, membrane filtration, valves, pumps, mixers and automation solutions. Whether supplying individual equipment or complete end-to-end processing systems, APV helps manufacturers simplify complex processing challenges while improving consistency, efficiency and plant performance.
Backed by decades of process engineering expertise and a strong global installed base, APV continues to develop technologies that help manufacturers adapt to changing production requirements while optimizing long-term operational performance.
Brand Legacy & Heritage
Innovation has defined APV for more than 100 years. Founded by Dr. Richard Seligman, APV helped shape modern hygienic processing through pioneering engineering innovations. In 1923, Dr. Seligman invented the world's first commercially successful plate heat exchanger and established a technology that remains fundamental to hygienic processing today.
APV's legacy was further strengthened through the addition of other pioneering process technology brands. In 1899, Auguste Gaulin patented the world's first homogenizer, introducing a technology that transformed dairy processing and laid the foundation for modern high-pressure homogenization. Together with the expertise of Rannie® and Pasilac®, these innovations have helped establish APV as a global leader in heat transfer, homogenization and hygienic process technologies.
Today, APV continues to build on this heritage by combining proven engineering, advanced automation and deep application expertise to help manufacturers improve product quality, optimize production efficiency and maximize long-term plant performance.
Industries
APV technologies support process applications across multiple industries, helping manufacturers improve product quality, production efficiency and operational performance.
Dairy
Optimize dairy processing for quality, efficiency, safety, and product consistency.
Food & Beverage
Meet modern food processing demands with precise, efficient production solutions.
Personal Care
Produce personal care products with hygienic, efficient processing solutions.
Pharmaceutical
Support sterile pharmaceutical production with mixing and heat transfer expertise.
Applications
Processing technologies for safe, consistent, high-quality baby food production.
CheeseAdvanced technologies for efficient, safe, and consistent cheese production.
ChocolateAdvanced technologies for efficient, reliable chocolate manufacturing processes.
Condiments, Sauces & SoupsProcessing technologies for consistent, high-quality sauces, soups, and condiments.
CosmeticsAdvanced technologies for efficient, consistent cosmetics manufacturing.
Dairy IngredientsDairy ingredient processing systems for efficient production, quality, and scalability.
Fruit JuiceAdvanced technologies for efficient, safe, and consistent fruit juice production.
Hair, Nail & Skin Care ProductsAdvanced technologies for efficient and consistent personal care product production.
Ice CreamIce cream processing systems for smooth texture, consistency, and production efficiency.
Milk & CreamMilk and cream processing solutions ensuring quality, safety, and efficient operations.
NutraceuticalsAdvanced technologies for efficient nutraceutical and supplement production.
Plant-Based Food & BeveragesAdvanced technologies for efficient plant-based food and beverage production.
Meat & Animal-Based ProteinsProcessing systems for meat and proteins, ensuring safety, efficiency, and quality control.
Soft DrinksAdvanced technologies for efficient, consistent soft drink production.
YogurtYogurt processing systems for consistent texture, fermentation control, and product quality.
Products
APV offers one of the industry's broadest portfolios of process technologies. From individual components to complete end-to-end processing solutions, APV helps manufacturers improve product quality, production efficiency and long-term plant performance.
Automation Systems
Advanced automation systems for efficient process control, monitoring and productivity.
Cleaning-in-Place Systems
CIP systems for automated, hygienic cleaning of process equipment and pipelines.
Deareators
Deaerators designed to remove oxygen and gases, improving product stability.
Evaporators
Evaporators for efficient liquid concentration and energy‑optimized processing.
Heat Exchangers
High-performance heat exchangers for precise thermal control and energy efficiency.
Homogenizers
Homogenizers for uniform particle size, improved texture and product consistency.
Membrane Filtration Systems
Membrane filtration systems for separation, purification and process efficiency.
Microparticulation Systems
Microparticulation systems to modify texture and enhance product mouthfeel.
Mixers & Agitators
Mixers and agitators for reliable blending, mixing and optimized process control.
Pasturization Systems
Pasteurization systems ensuring safety, shelf life and thermal processing control.
Pigging Systems
Pigging systems for product recovery, reduced waste and improved line efficiency.
Pumps
Sanitary and industrial pumps engineered for reliable fluid handling and process efficiency.
UHT Systems
Advanced UHT systems for safe, efficient, long-life food and beverage production.
Valves
Process valves for precise flow control, hygiene and reliable system operation.
Customer Service
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