Industrial heat pumps make it possible to reuse available heat in your business process. Waste heat that would otherwise be lost can be upgraded to a usable temperature level. This reduces energy consumption and helps decrease dependence on fossil heat sources.
Van Abeelen Koudetechniek designs and implements industrial heat pump solutions for companies with a high demand for heating and cooling. Think of food production, the process industry, logistics, cold and freezer storage, and other production environments where heating and cooling can be cleverly combined.
Heat recovery from your process
Many industrial processes produce waste heat. In traditional installations, that heat often disappears into the outside air or cooling water. With an industrial heat pump, that energy can be reused, for example for process water, cleaning, space heating, or other heat demands within the company.
The result is a more efficient energy system. Not because a separate machine is added, but because heating and cooling are better coordinated.
Designed around your application
An industrial heat pump only works properly if the design is right. That is why Van Abeelen first looks at the entire process: where is heat released, what temperature level is available, where is heat needed, and how constant is that demand?
Based on that, we determine which technique is suitable. In doing so, we pay attention to efficiency, safety, controllability, maintenance, and the integration with existing cooling or heating systems.
Natural refrigerants for industrial heat
For industrial heat pumps, natural refrigerants are often a strong choice. Ammonia, CO₂, propane, and butane each have their own properties and application range. Which solution fits best depends on capacity, temperature range, location, and process.
Van Abeelen has extensive experience with natural refrigerants in industrial refrigeration. We bring that knowledge into heat pump projects. This results in an installation that is not only sustainable, but also operates practically and reliably.
Combination of cooling and heating
The biggest gain often lies in the combination. A refrigeration system removes heat. A heat pump can make that heat usable again. By smartly linking both systems, energy is utilized better and the overall efficiency of your installation can improve.
- Upgrading waste heat to useful process heat
- Reduced use of gas-fired heat sources
- Better utilization of existing cooling technology
- Lower energy costs with correct application
- Support for sustainability and electrification
Engineering, construction, and service under one roof
Van Abeelen handles the entire process from advice to service. Our engineers develop the design, our technicians build and install the technology, and our service department provides maintenance and support. As a result, the knowledge stays within one team and the installation is built as intended.
We also assist with monitoring and control. An industrial heat pump must not only deliver heat, but also respond stably and efficiently to changing process conditions.