Flash Steam Recovery System Solution

Recover Waste Energy, Improve Boiler Efficiency

In many steam systems, hot condensate is discharged at high pressure. When this condensate is released to a lower pressure, part of it instantly evaporates into flash steam. Without a recovery system, this valuable energy is wasted into the atmosphere.

Comate provides a Flash Steam Recovery System Skid — a compact, modular solution that captures and reuses flash steam to improve energy efficiency and reduce fuel cost.

System Overview

The Flash Steam Recovery Skid is a pre-engineered, skid-mounted package that integrates all key components including:

  • Flash steam separator

  • Heat exchanger or condenser

  • Condensate recovery tank and pump

  • Control and monitoring system

This plug-and-play design simplifies installation and ensures reliable operation for boiler houses, chemical plants, food processing, and other steam-using industries.

Steam Measurement with Comate VFM60MV

Accurate steam flow measurement is the core of energy recovery optimization.
The Comate VFM60MV Multivariable Vortex Flow Meter is specially designed for steam, air and gas measurement. It combines flow, temperature, and pressure sensors in one device to calculate mass flow and energy directly.

Key Features

  • Multivariable compensation: Built-in pressure and temperature sensors

  • High accuracy: ±1% of rate for mass flow of steam

  • Wide turndown ratio: Up to 1:30, suitable for variable steam loads

  • Low flow capability: Down to 2 m/s for partial recovery conditions

  • Digital signal processing: Stable reading under vibration

  • Smart communication: Modbus/RS485 output for PLC or SCADA integration

Typical Installation

  1. At the outlet of flash steam separator – measure recovered steam flow.

  2. On the low-pressure steam header – monitor how much steam is reused.

  3. Optional: In the condensate line to calculate total heat recovery.

Data from the VFM60MV is transmitted to the control system, helping operators evaluate recovery efficiency and adjust operation for maximum savings.

Benefits

  • Up to 20% boiler fuel saving through energy recovery

  • Reduced CO₂ emissions and water consumption

  • Compact skid-mounted design for easy installation

  • Real-time monitoring of steam and condensate performance

  • Integrated Comate flow measurement technology ensures reliability and accuracy

Typical Applications

  • Boiler houses and utility systems

  • Food & beverage plants

  • Chemical and petrochemical industries

  • Textile and dyeing plants

  • Pulp and paper production

Why Choose Comate

Comate specializes in industrial flow measurement and energy monitoring.
Our VFM60MV vortex flow meters and steam recovery solutions help users reduce energy waste and optimize plant efficiency. All flowmeters are factory calibrated and tested for stable, long-term operation.