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SteamRecycle System for UHT Processing

The patented APV® SteamRecycle™ System, winner of the SEAL Sustainability Award 2026 for Sustainable Product Innovation, transforms energy efficiency and sustainability in ultra-high temperature (UHT) processing. By capturing and reusing 100 percent of steam generated during the infusion heating process, SteamRecycle reduces utility consumption, operating costs, and CO₂ emissions while supporting producers’ sustainability and climate-neutrality objectives.

This recognized industry-leading technology allows manufacturers to achieve significant energy savings without compromising product quality or production throughput.

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Materials

All product-contact components are constructed with stainless steel 316L (1.4404, DIN EN10088), ensuring the highest sanitary standards.

Products and Capacity

Steam recycled
kg/h (indicative) 		Pressure out from
APV SteamRecycle
1,650 Up to 5 bar (g)*

* The temperature will be regulated according to the assigned pressure in the UHT

Consumption Figures

Guidelines only; exact figures will be confirmed at the final design stage.

Services, Pressure and Temperature Production
Consumption figures (indicative)
Steam kg/h 0
Soft water l/h 350
Tower water (20°C ) l/h 1,800
Air Nl X 1,000 2,600
Power (kW) 285
Surrounding space 1 m on all the sides

 

Specification of Utilities

Culinary Steam (for direct contact with product) during start of the UHT plant
Inlet Pressure Mi 7 bar +/-0.5
Condition Dry, saturated
pH Approx. 8.0
Appearance Clear and colorless
Conductivity 20 µS/cm
Germ content Nil
Chloride < 5 mg/l
Total Hardness (CaCO3) < 1.5 mg/l
Production Produced from potable water according to FDA/3A practices.
Pre-treatment Water may be treated by filtration, ion exchange or similar.
Additives Added quantities should be reduced to the minimum necessary/possible.
Any local regulations or demands regarding steam in products should be fulfilled.

 

Compressed Air
Working Pressure 7 barg (6-8 barg)  
Condition Dry, Oil and Particle-free Class 2.4.1 or better ISO8573.1:2010
Pressure dew point 3°C  
Dimensions Mm
Length 9,000
Width 4,000
Height 4,000

 

The APV SteamRecycle system integrates seamlessly with APV Infusion UHT systems to recover and reuse 100% of steam from the infusion UHT process, eliminating the need for fresh steam after startup and offering significant energy savings and reducing CO emissions with up to 1,000* tons annually compared to traditional Infusion UHT systems.
* Calculated based on 6,000 operating hours per year in a 12,000 l/h plant.

 

 

Yes, APV SteamRecycle system integrates seamlessly alongside your current APV Infusion UHT system and control panel, enhancing energy efficiency without disrupting operation.

 

 

By fully recirculating 100% flash-vessel steam, APV SteamRecycle delivers substantial reductions in fresh-steam consumption compared to traditional infusion UHT setups.

 

 

Not at all, recycled steam meets the same purity and temperature specifications as fresh steam, preserving safety, taste and consistency in dairy and plant-based products.

 

 

The APV SteamRecycle system generates high-purity, high-pressure steam (up to 5 bar) suitable for aseptic UHT processing and sensitive formulations.

 

 

The APV SteamRecycle system is ideal for dairy (milk, cream, flavored milk, ice cream mix), plant-based beverages (soy, oat, almond), specialized nutrition (infant formula, high-protein drinks) and juices.

 

 

By recycling steam APV SteamRecycle system reduces fossil-fuel use and CO₂ emissions by up to 1,000* tons annually compared to traditional Infusion UHT systems, helping plants move toward climate-neutral production.
* Calculated based on 6,000 operating hours per year in a 12,000 l/h plant.

 

 

Infusion UHT featuring SteamRecycle is the combination of SPX FLOW’s APV Infusion UHT heating technology with APV SteamRecycle’ system, maximizing energy efficiency, lowering OPEX and maintaining premium product quality.

 

 

Most installations pay back within 4-5 years*, depending on local utility rates and production parameters. SPX FLOW can provide a tailored ROI estimate based on your data.
* Actual ROI varies by site.

 

 

All product-contact parts are stainless steel 316L (DIN EN 10088) for hygienic compliance. The APV SteamRecycle™ system is rigorously tested in real-world production, ensuring stable high-pressure steam delivery, easy maintenance, CIP-compatible design and minimal downtime.

 

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