Turning waste into value: Alfa Laval’s Evaporation Technology for fish & shrimp processors

In the fish and shrimp processing industry, managing Stick Water and effluents is a persistent challenge. These by-products, rich in proteins and nutrients, are often underutilized or discarded, leading to lost value and environmental concerns. Alfa Laval’s cutting-edge evaporation technology offers a transformative solution—recovering high-value components while improving sustainability and profitability. 

At the heart of this innovation are AlfaVap and AlfaFlash evaporators, designed specifically for fishmeal and shrimp processing. Unlike traditional falling-film systems, these plate-type evaporators deliver superior thermal efficiency, low water usage, compact footprint which is ideal for space-constrained facilities and also saves building cost. The modular design allows easy integration into existing lines or new setups, with scalability to match seasonal production variations. 

The Stick Water concentration process is critical. After separation, Stick Water contains some of the most valuable proteins from the raw material. Alfa Laval’s Evaporation Systems concentrate this fraction efficiently, reducing the load on dryers and minimizing energy consumption. The result is low-fat, high-protein concentrates suitable for animal feed, fertilizers, or other applications. 

For shrimp processors, Alfa Laval’s technology enables better utilization of head and shell waste, aligning with circular economy principles. 

Beyond performance, Alfa Laval emphasizes sustainability and operational excellence. Alfa Laval Evaporation solutions come with lower operating costs and improve product quality. With decades of expertise in protein and oil recovery, Alfa Laval is more than a supplier—we are a strategic partner in building efficient, eco-friendly seafood processing operations. 

In today’s competitive landscape, turning waste into wealth isn’t just possible—it’s essential. And Alfa Laval is leading the way. 

Key Features:

• Compact and space-saving designs: Low structure height, Allows retrofitting additional evaporation capacity into existing facilities

• Low maintenance and operational costs: Optimized designs reduce downtime and minimize CIP requirements leading to saving of water and cleaning chemicals, low effluent generation

• Reliable uptime with connected services: Alfa Laval’s connected services provide remote support,  and optimized maintenance frequency.

• Readily available spare parts and service agreements: Dedicated service agreements ensure consistent performance and long-term reliability.

Applications across multiple industries

Alfa Laval evaporation systems are trusted by industries worldwide to handle a wide range of applications, ensuring superior performance, product quality, and process efficiency viz. Food and Beverage Industry, Starch and Sweeteners, Plant and Meat Proteins, Chemical and Wastewater Treatment, Life Science and Industrial Fermentation. 

Partner with Alfa Laval for optimized evaporation solutions

With a proven track record of excellence and innovation, Alfa Laval remains the preferred choice for customized evaporation systems across industries. By partnering with Alfa Laval, businesses can achieve higher process efficiency, reduced energy costs, and enhanced sustainability. Whether it’s optimizing thermal performance, reducing waste, or improving uptime, Alfa Laval offers comprehensive solutions that deliver long-term value and operational excellence.

Learn how Alfa Laval can upgrade your protein evaporation process | Contact Alfa Laval to discuss a tailored solution for your facility