Babcock Wanson UK, a prominent supplier of industrial process heating equipment, has expanded its product portfolio. The company now includes large high-pressure firetube boilers up to 50 barg and outputs of 70 t/h, as well as watertube boilers up to 90 barg and 150 t/h. Additionally, heat recovery steam generators (HRSGs) are part of the offering, making Babcock Wanson UK the only provider in the UK capable of delivering the full spectrum of industrial boiler solutions, from compact coil type steam generators to large, high-output watertube systems.
The integration of German company VKK Standardkessel into the Babcock Wanson Group has facilitated the addition of large-scale boiler systems designed for the most demanding applications. The complete VKK range is now available in the UK, supported by Babcock Wanson UK’s local service and engineering expertise. By offering VKK Standardkessel boilers, the company combines advanced German engineering with its own capabilities in system design, project management, and after-sales service. Customers benefit from tailor-made, high-capacity boiler technology and Babcock Wanson UK’s expertise in installation, commissioning, UK regulatory compliance, and maintenance.
The VKK product range available through Babcock Wanson UK addresses a wide array of industrial energy needs. It includes single and double flame watertube boilers, hot water boilers, and high-pressure steam generators, with or without superheaters. HRSGs for combined heat and power applications are also offered. The Condor range uniquely combines watertube and firetube technology to deliver high pressure, low emissions, and superheated steam from a compact, efficient design. Capacities vary from 2 to 70 tonnes of steam per hour, with operating pressures up to 38 bar and steam temperatures reaching 450°C. Hot water boilers can be provided up to 50 MW and 30 bar.
The Condor range supports electrical and hybrid operation, preparing industries for the energy transition and utilising surplus renewable electricity. Hybrid Condor boilers feature flanged electric heaters alongside traditional combustion to reduce CO₂ emissions, operate flexibly according to fuel pricing, and offer additional standby capacity. VKK’s full-electric Condor boilers are available up to 11 MW, providing over 99% efficiency and a viable path to zero-emission steam and hot water.
VKK HRSGs offer an effective solution for utilising waste heat from gas turbines, CHP plants, and industrial processes, enhancing energy efficiency and reducing environmental impact. These robust systems can include auxiliary firing for additional steam output and are engineered for high availability, flexibility under load changes, and long service life.
“The addition of VKK Standardkessel boilers and HRSGs significantly broadens Babcock Wanson UK’s portfolio, making it unique in the UK for its capability to supply and support both firetube and watertube boilers up to the highest output levels,” states Etienne Fourie, Technical Sales Manager for Babcock Wanson UK’s Process Engineering Division. “This positions us as the partner of choice for customers seeking energy efficiency, reliability, and a full lifecycle approach to boiler house operations.”
