Atlas Copco is showcasing its steam compression and energy recovery technologies at Boiler India 2026, highlighting solutions that enable industries to recover, upgrade and reuse energy available within their processes. The company is presenting its EC oil-free VSD steam compressor and industrial heat-pump technology at the exhibition. These solutions are designed to help industries improve energy utilisation, reduce dependence on conventional steam generation and address process efficiency requirements.
Atlas Copco’s EC steam compressor compresses low-pressure steam to a higher pressure for reuse in industrial processes. The system combines oil-free screw compression, Variable Speed Drive (VSD), dedicated steam sealing and integrated controls for regulation of steam pressure and superheat. It delivers 100% oil-free steam and provides a pressure ratio of up to six per stage.
The technology can recover low-pressure steam that would otherwise have limited use and convert it into useful process energy. When applied as an open-loop heat-pump solution, the steam compression technology can achieve a higher Coefficient of Performance (COP), depending on operating conditions. The solutions are applicable across industries with continuous thermal requirements and recoverable heat streams. These include food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, textiles, pulp and paper, distilleries and general manufacturing.
“Industrial energy efficiency is increasingly about making better use of the energy already available within a plant. Low-pressure steam and waste heat can be recovered, upgraded and reused for productive applications. At Atlas Copco, we are extending our compression expertise across air, steam and heat to help industries optimise their utility systems. Boiler India 2026 provides an opportunity to demonstrate how these technologies can support more efficient and sustainable industrial operations,” said Bhavin Pandya, General Manager, Compressor Technique Customer Center, Atlas Copco (India) Pvt. Ltd.
The technologies form part of Atlas Copco’s broader portfolio of industrial solutions focused on improving productivity and energy efficiency. By integrating steam compression and heat recovery with existing utility systems, industries can increase the utilisation of energy already generated within their facilities.
Atlas Copco brings more than 150 years of global experience and over six decades of operations in India. The company combines its international technology portfolio with local application engineering and lifecycle support. Atlas Copco is exhibiting its solutions at Stall No. C-259 II at Boiler India 2026, being held from October 8 to 10. The event provides an opportunity for industrial users to explore applications of steam compression, heat recovery and energy-efficient utility systems.
