Pioneering sustainable water management
Achieve 99%+ water recovery with optimized energy performance using our dual ZLD technologies,
StemNova
s+
(AMEE) and VapoNova
e+
(AMVR), engineered for diverse industrial effluents
and site conditions.
99%+
Water Recovery
8-12 months
Avg. ROI
90+
Installations
60%
Energy Savings
The Hidden Costs of Conventional Wastewater Treatment
Legacy Zero Liquid Discharge systems often solve one regulatory problem while creating five operational ones. From extremely high energy bills to complex chemical dependencies, the true cost of conventional methods is higher than most plant managers realize.
Prohibitive Energy Consumption
Conventional evaporator systems rely on massive amounts of steam and electricity, creating a permanent drain on your plant's profitability.
Frequent Heat Exchanger Failures
Frequent scaling and chocking in Heat Exchangers lead to unscheduled downtime and expensive mechanical hydrojet cleaning.
Regulatory Non-Compliance
Inconsistent treatment quality results in discharge penalties and risk of plant closure mandates.
High OPEX Burn Rate
Cumulative costs of labor, energy, and chemicals often exceed the initial ROI projections of traditional systems.
Advanced Engineering for Zero Liquid Discharge
Our integrated ZLD solutions leverage StemNova s+ (AMEE) and VapoNova e+ (AMVR) technologies to revolutionize industrial wastewater treatment by bypassing traditional complexities, delivering sustainable compliance with superior economics.
- Dual ZLD Technology Platform (StemNova s+ and VapoNova e+ ) Recycles compressed vapours and multi effect evaporation to eliminate boiler steam and cut energy bills by up to 60% with 42 to 45 kWh/m³ of specific energy consumption.
- Optimised Chemical Consumption Advanced mechanical design considerations reduce costs by removing the need for daily chemical dosing.
- Dry Powder Recovery Converts waste to manageable dry solid or powder, eliminating disposal costs.
- Hydro-Jet cleaning Hydro Jet cleaning is not required frequently for heat exchangers.
- Fully automated IoT enabled PADO system Plant Control Intuitive PLC controls adjust to flow changes automatically, reducing human error risks.
Thermax Zero Liquid Discharge Highlights
Engineered for simplicity and efficiency, our solutions redefine how industrial leaders approach wastewater recovery and regulatory compliance.
40% Footprint Reduction
Compact, vertical-integrated design allows for installation in tight brownfield spaces within existing plants.
Learn More8-12 Month Payback
Significant savings in water purchase, chemicals, and energy lead to an industry-leading ROI timeline.
Learn MoreRemote Monitoring by EDGE Live
24/7 technical oversight with automated alerts for pro-active maintenance and performance optimization.
Learn MoreSalt Recovery Interface
Optionally separate and recover valuable salts from effluent, turning a waste stream into a secondary revenue source.
Learn MoreISO 14001 Certified
Engineered and manufactured to meet global environmental and quality standards for reliable long-term performance.
Learn MoreHigh Water Recovery Efficiency
Thermax Evaporator systems enable industries to recover and recycle up to 99% of wastewater, significantly reducing dependency on freshwater resources and supporting long-term sustainability goals.
Learn MoreIndustry-Specific Performance Validation
Proven successful implementations across sectors like electronics, pharmaceuticals and steel demonstrate that Thermax’s Evaporator systems can handle complex effluent streams while maintaining regulatory compliance and operational reliability.
Learn MoreNext-Generation, Modular & IoT-Enabled Evaporator Solutions
Thermax has introduced advanced, modular, plug-and-play Evaporator solutions incorporating digital monitoring and improved energy/evaporation efficiencies — helping reduce CAPEX/OPEX and enabling smarter plant operations.
Learn MoreResults That Drive Industrial Growth
Transform your wastewater treatment from a regulatory burden into an operational advantage with Thermax Evaporator.
VapoNova e+ (AMVR)
Advanced Mechanical Vapour Recompression evaporator that recycles waste vapour energy using a high-efficiency compressor eliminating the need for boiler steam and delivering up to 60% lower operational costs for industrial ZLD applications.
Why VapoNova e+ Outperforms Conventional Evaporators
- Steam-Free Operation Runs entirely on electricity via a high-efficiency vapour compressor no boiler, no steam infrastructure required.
- 60% Lower Energy Costs Specific energy consumption of 42–45 kWh/m³ a fraction of conventional steam-driven evaporators.
- 99%+ Water Recovery Achieves near-total water recovery, enabling full ZLD compliance and significant freshwater savings.
- 40% Smaller Plant Footprint Compact vertical design eliminates ETP basins and RO skids ideal for brownfield and space-constrained sites.
- Chemical-Free Direct Treatment Treats effluent directly without chemical dosing reducing OPEX and operational complexity.
- IoT-Enabled PADO Automation Fully automated plant control with intuitive HMI adjusts to TDS and flow changes in real-time, minimising human intervention.
Salient Features
ENERGY EFFICIENT & OPTIMIZED AMVR PROCESS DESIGN
~40% Less Energy Requirement than Other Manufacturers
For same water recovery rate with same number of AMVR stages
Less Footprint
Compact system with reduced space requirement
Zero Make-Up Water Requirement
For AMVR Cooling Tower
Non-Scaling Preheater Design *Patented
Minimum CIP requirements with higher uptime
24/7 System Operation with Online Heat Exchanger Cleaning
Cleaning mechanism (*Optional Feature)
Downtime Reduction
From 20 hours to less than 6 hours per week
In-house R&D and Effluent Water Characterization Facility
StemNova s+ (AMEE)
Multi-Effect Evaporator that maximises steam utilisation across multiple stages delivering high evaporation efficiency for large-volume, high-TDS industrial effluents where steam availability is not a constraint.
Why StemNova s+ Delivers Superior Evaporation Economics
- Multi-Stage Steam Reuse Steam generated in each effect is reused in the next multiplying evaporation output per unit of energy input across 1–6 effects.
- High-Volume Throughput Handles 5 KLD to higher capacity as per requirement of effluent purpose-built for large-scale industrial ZLD operations with continuous 24/7 demand.
- Wide Effluent Compatibility Engineered to handle high-TDS, high-COD, and corrosive effluents across textile, distillery, pharmaceutical, and chemical sectors.
- Optimised Chemical Consumption Advanced mechanical design reduces scaling and fouling cutting chemical dosing requirements and lowering day-to-day OPEX.
- Dry Powder & Salt Recovery Converts concentrated brine into dry solids enabling salt recovery (NaCl / Na₂SO₄) as a potential revenue stream and eliminating wet sludge disposal.
- Proven 99%+ Water Recovery Achieves near-complete water recovery for full ZLD compliance meeting the most stringent PCB mandates without risk of discharge violations.
Salient Features
ENERGY EFFICIENT & OPTIMIZED AMEE PROCESS DESIGN
~40% Less Steam Requirement than Other Manufacturers
For same water recovery rate with same number of AMEE stages
Less Footprint
Compact system with reduced space requirement
Zero Make-Up Water Requirement
For AMEE Cooling Tower
Non-Scaling Preheater Design *Patented
Minimum CIP requirements with higher uptime
Downtime Reduction
From 20 hours to less than 6 hours per week
24/7 AMEE System Operation
With Online Heat Exchanger Cleaning Mechanism (*Optional Feature)
Single Condenser Design
With In-built Dephlegmator Section
Customer Success Stories
See how leading industrial companies have transformed their wastewater operations achieving full ZLD compliance, cutting costs, and recovering water with Thermax's StemNova s+ and VapoNova e+ technologies.
Contract Manufacturing Company Achieves Full ZLD
Challenges Addressed
- Achieving ZLD through reuse of process condensate water
- Freshwater withdrawal limitations by PCB regulations
- Fluctuating effluent characteristics, especially TDS and pH
- Large volumes of high-TDS, inorganic effluent from manufacturing
99%
Effluent Recycled
87L+
Litres Saved/yr
3,533
Tonnes CO₂/yr Saved
Sustainable Impact
- · 8,70,7400 litres of freshwater saved annually
- · Equivalent to planting 27,576 trees per year
- · 3,533 tonnes of CO₂ emissions prevented each year
Leading Electronics & IT Company Achieves Water Positivity
Challenges Addressed
- Treating tough-to-degrade, high-TDS inorganic effluent from electronics manufacturing
- Recovering 98% clean condensate for process reutilisation while ensuring ZLD compliance
- Sustainable solution to ensure water positivity & cut down freshwater usage drastically
98%
Effluent Reused
9.93M
Litres Saved/yr
3,263
Tonnes CO₂/yr Saved
Sustainable Impact
- · 9.93 million litres of freshwater consumption cut annually
- · Equivalent to planting 1,30,524 trees annually
- · 3,263 tonnes of CO₂ emissions reductions achieved annually
Steel Industry Achieves 99% Effluent Reuse & Full ZLD
Challenges Addressed
- High-TDS inorganic effluent with heavy metals (Mn, Cr, Pb, Ba, Cu) and hardness from steel wire & coating processes
- Fluctuating effluent characteristics, especially TDS, Color, and Hardness
99%
Effluent Recycled
1.04Cr
Litres Saved/yr
3,533
Tonnes CO₂/yr Saved
Sustainable Impact
- · 1,04,40,000 litres of freshwater consumption cut annually
- · Equivalent to planting 27,576 trees per year
- · 3,533 tonnes of CO₂ emissions reductions achieved annually
Join 200+ industrial leaders who have modernized their wastewater operations.
Common Questions About Advanced Evaporator
Expert insights on modernizing your industrial wastewater treatment for compliant, cost-effective operations.
We specialize in compact designs. Our systems require 40% less space than traditional setups (often just 500-800 sq ft), making them ideal for brownfield sites.
Yes, our automated control system adjusts to TDS and COD changes in real-time. We also offer pilot testing to prove reliability with your specific effluent stream.
The residue is highly concentrated and dry, making it easy to dispose of through standard hazardous waste channels. We can also Offers resource recovery solutions by separating and purifying salts(NaCl/Na2So4) as a potential revenue stream.
Thermax Evaporator is designed for ease of use. It features an intuitive HMI and remote support. We provide comprehensive training and 24/7 assistance to ensure your team is confident.
Absolutely. Our systems maintain 95%+ uptime with redundant components and automated clean-in-place mechanisms, often running for 12 months between scheduled maintenance.
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