Introduction
The food processing industry requires reliable, hygienic, and energy-efficient steam generation for various applications. Understanding the types of boilers used in food industry is crucial for selecting equipment that meets both production needs and regulatory standards. This article explores common types of boilers used in food industry, highlights ZOZEN Boiler’s specialized food-grade solutions, and explains the company’s superior service advantages.
Part 1: Common Types of Boilers Used in Food Industry
The food processing sector utilizes several types of boilers used in food industry, each with distinct features:
Fire-Tube Steam Boilers
Capacity: 1-25 t/h
Pressure: 0.7-2.5 MPa
Best for: Small to medium operations (bakeries, dairy plants)
Advantages: Compact size, quick steam generation
2. Water-Tube Boilers
Capacity: 2-100 t/h
Pressure: Up to 5.3 MPa
Best for: Large-scale processing
Advantages: High efficiency, rapid response to load changes
3. Thermal Oil Heaters
Temperature: Up to 350°C
Best for: Oil/fat processing
Advantages: No pressure vessel requirements
These types of boilers used in food industry must comply with food safety regulations or standards.
Part 2: ZOZEN’s Food-Grade Boiler Solutions and advantages

ZOZEN WNS series boiler
ZOZEN Boiler specializes in manufacturing superior types of boilers used in food industry, with customized designs for food processing applications:
WNS series gas-fired (oil-fired) steam boiler
Thermal capacity:1-20 t/h
Working pressure:0.7-2 MPa
Available fuel:Natural gas, coke oven gas, biogas, diesel, heavy oil, light oil, crude oil, etc.
Available industries
Heat supplying, chemical, food, textile, printing and dyeing, cigarettes and tobacco, fodder, pharmacy, building materials, brewery, rubber, hospital, etc.
Advantages:
1)Fully Automatic Safe Operation
Boiler IoT + Remote Control + Expert Management
2)Thermal Efficiency≥98%
Corrugated furnace & Threaded smoke tube
Economizer & Condenser
3)Easy Maintenance
Advanced control system allows for unattended operation
4)Eco-Efficient
Low-nitrogen burner + combustion technology
NOx emissions ≤30mg/Nm³
SZS series gas-fired (oil-fired) steam boiler
Thermal capacity:2-110 t/h
Working pressure:1.25-5.3 MPa
Outlet temperature:194-540 °C
Available fuel:Natural gas, coke oven gas, blast furnace gas, carbon black tail gas, biogas, diesel, heavy oil, light oil, crude oil, etc.
Available industries:
Heat supplying, chemical, food, textile, printing and dyeing, cigarettes and tobacco, fodder, pharmacy, building materials, brewery, rubber, hospital, etc.
Advantages:
1)Fully Automatic Safe Operation
Boiler IoT + Remote Control + Expert Management
2)Thermal Efficiency≥98%
Water-cooled wall & large furnace
Economizer reduces exhaust temperature
3)Easy Maintenance
Advanced control system allows for unattended operation
4)Eco-Efficient
Low-nitrogen burner + combustion technology
NOx emissions ≤30mg/Nm³
Conclusion
Selecting the right types of boilers used in food industry requires balancing efficiency, hygiene, and compliance. ZOZEN Boiler delivers:
✔ Industry-leading emissions performance
✔ Customized solutions for diverse applications
✔ Comprehensive life cycle support
Contact ZOZEN today to optimize your food processing steam system with the most advanced types of boilers used in food industry.