Heat recovery
Heat recovery for coffee roasteries
With heat recovery from Exodraft, the waste heat from the roasting process can be captured and reused for other purposes within the roastery.
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Lower energy consumption – more sustainable operation
Roasting coffee beans is a heat-intensive process – one that also emits large volumes of waste heat. In many coffee roasteries, this energy escapes directly through the extraction system without delivering any value to the business. But it doesn’t have to be this way.
With heat recovery from Exodraft, the waste heat from the roasting process can be captured and reused for other purposes within the roastery. This not only leads to a noticeable reduction in energy consumption but also strengthens the company’s sustainability profile and improves operational efficiency.
Our solutions are customised to each production setup and can be integrated into both new and existing facilities – regardless of the roastery’s size or capacity.
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Why heat recovery is relevant for coffee roasteries
Coffee roasteries are among the manufacturing facilities that generate the most waste heat per unit of energy consumed – particularly during the roasting process itself. At the same time, many roasteries require large amounts of hot water, heating, and in some cases cooling, making energy demand both constant and costly.
Heat recovery allows this surplus heat from roasting to be repurposed instead of being lost. This means the heat that would otherwise be expelled via extraction can be redirected into other parts of the production – creating real value.
It’s also a step toward future-proofing the business: reduced energy bills, more sustainable operations, and greater ability to meet customer and regulatory demands for green production.
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Can I recover my waste heat?
You can recover up to 95% of waste heat from process air, steam, and flue gases. The surplus energy can be stored or used directly to optimize production processes.
Why heat recovery is important
There are increasing demands for us to take responsibility in the green transition. With the right system, you can reduce your carbon footprint and costs.
Will the investment benefit my business
Our solutions not only enhance your green profile but also improve your financial bottom line. Typically, the investment pays off in 2-3 years.
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How coffee roasteries utilise waste heat
The roasting process in coffee production generates considerable amounts of waste heat, which can be efficiently recovered using Exodraft’s systems – without disrupting operations.
Typical applications include:
- Heating domestic water for staff facilities or production needs
- Cleaning processes where hot water is essential for hygiene and operations
- Heating of buildings – such as storage, office or production areas
- Absorption cooling – converting surplus heat into cooling during warmer periods
- Export to district heating networks, where possible and legally permitted
- Strengthening ESG profile and CO₂ documentation
In this way, heat recovery becomes an integrated part of the production – contributing to energy efficiency, climate targets, and improved control over energy sources.
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Benefits of Exodraft’s solutions for coffee roasteries
Exodraft’s heat recovery systems are designed to operate in high-temperature environments like coffee roasteries, where stability and flexibility are key. Our solutions are tailored to each production setup to ensure maximum energy recovery – without compromising operations or quality.
Benefits for your roastery include:
- Lower energy consumption and reduced operational costs
- Enhanced sustainability profile and reduced carbon footprint
- Short payback period and long-term savings
- Integration with both new and existing installations
- Reliable performance and documented efficiency
Whether you run a micro-roastery or a large-scale production unit, we can provide a solution that meets your needs and supports your green transition.
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Want to see how much you can save?
Exodraft’s heat recovery solutions help coffee roasteries reduce energy consumption and make effective use of waste heat. We offer customised consultancy based on your production setup and energy requirements.
Try our Energy Calculator or contact us today for a no-obligation assessment of your savings potential – both economically and environmentally.
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