Pulp, Paper
& Wood

Introducing Therminator, an oil-free heat pump that utilizes waste heat, making it ideal for the high-temperature processes in the pulp, paper, and wood industries. The oil-free design reduces maintenance needs and downtime, ensuring long-term reliability in high-demand production environments.

Green transition for Heating

The pulp, paper, and wood industries rely heavily on high-temperature heat for critical processes such as drying, pulping, gluing, and treatment. Traditionally, these processes depend on fossil-fuel systems, leading to high operational costs and significant CO₂ emissions. The Upheat technology offers a cleaner, cost-effective alternative by utilizing waste heat, enabling a more sustainable transition.

Decarbonizing Heat-Intensive Processes

The Upheat high-temperature heat pumps replace fossil fuels with efficient, electric heat in the 100°C to 200°C range that these processes require. Our pumps capture waste heat and transform it back to usable temperatures. They utilize natural refrigerants that are environmentally friendly, helping companies align with net-zero goals. By minimizing reliance on fossil fuels, Upheat significantly reduces emissions while maintaining product quality and safety.

ROI in 1 to 3 years

With The Upheat high-temperature heat pumps, pulp, paper, and wood processors can substantially lower their energy costs. Our technology delivers up to 7 times more heat energy per unit of electricity consumed, resulting in significant operational savings. The oil-free design reduces maintenance needs and downtime, ensuring long-term reliability in high-demand production environments.

Companies typically see a return on investment (ROI) within 1 to 3 years, providing financial advantages that help meet decarbonization targets without compromising performance. For those focused solely on heating, we offer a Heat-as-a-Service package, allowing you to pay only for the results.

Easy Plug-and-Play Setup

The Upheat heat pump is a containerized, modular solution for easy integration. Simply connect it to your waste heat source, electrical power, and heat sink for a quick setup with minimal downtime. Experience a fast and hassle-free installation!

Savings Calculation Example with Therminator

Scenario: Paper Drying Process

A paper mill in Austria requires 1 MW of heat for a specific part of the drying processes.


Upheat Therminator
Electricity Required

Heat Output / COP = 1 MW / 3.0 = 0.33 MW

Electricity Cost

0.30 MW × 8,000 hours/year × 255€/MWh = 679,119 € per year

Maintenance Cost

10,000 € per year

Cost of CO2

0 € per year

Total Annual Cost

€689,119 per year

Gas Boiler
Natural Gas Required

1 MW × 8,000 hours/year = 8,000 MWh/year

Natural Gas Cost

1 MW × 8,000 MWh × 72€/MWh = 576,000 € per year

Maintenance Cost

10,000 € per year

Cost of CO2

439,200 € per year

Total Annual Cost

€1,025,200 per year

Annual Savings

1,025,200 € – 689,119 € =
336,081 € per year

Payback: 3 years

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