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steam hose; the longer the hose, the
longer it takes to heat up the hose
and eliminate condensed water, and Tecnovap’s Automatic Water Refilling System
the more the temperature will drop In conventional systems the water is filled directly into the boiler,
on its way from the boiler to the meaning that when the water is finished, the user has to turn off the
exit nozzle. Always choose a hose machine and wait for the boiler to depressurise before putting in more
of adequate length. water and continuing to clean.

Instead, most Tecnovap machines use a pump to send water from a
Steam pressure cold water tank to the boiler when the water level is low. This allows the
We usually advise starting with water tank to fill up safely even during usage, without having to stop the
a 6-bar boiler to generate good steam cleaner, thereby having continuous steam flow.
quality steam and clean more
quickly. In industrial environments,
with bigger spaces and needing Safety we have different kits based on
quicker cleaning, we need higher operating pressure (6 bar, 8 bars or
pressures at 10 bar. We mount two safety valves on 10 bars). We offer specific steam
each steam generator, which open & vac and only-steam accessories
if the maximum allowed pressure
Boiler capacity is exceeded. The boilers are tested to clean upholstery, smooth or

A steam generator with a high to resist pressures higher than rough surfaces, carpets etc. Using
a stainless-steel brush is perfect for
boiler output (from 10 to 36 kW) the normal operating pressure to grills or ovens, while a nylon brush
will need tanks of 10-20 litres to avoid explosion and injury. Other is ideal for delicate surfaces, which
have sufficient autonomy. Some features include the pressure switch are easier to scratch.
models – especially those used in which monitors the boiler pressure,
factories – have a direct connection and thermostats which control Others include stainless-steel
to water mains. It avoids the need the temperature of the boiler and or plastic scrapers, brushes with
for manual refills, the tank remains heating elements; if overheating different inserts and shapes, lances,
always full and continuous flow of occurs, the latter will shut down the plungers, steam mops for floors,
steam can be guaranteed. heating element. window cleaner tools, microfibre
cloths and buffers. Customised
Durability Accessories accessories like semi-automatic
and manual conveyor belt cleaning
The heating element must be built They provide mechanical action tools are tailor-made for different
with a material that can last. Other during steam cleaning, helping companies, especially in the F&B
components like pressure switches, steam to detach dirt from the sector.
lances and brushes can wear with surface. Depending on what needs The accessories have to be built
time, especially when subjected to to be cleaned, different accessories with good-quality materials that can
frequent use. The biggest enemy can be used. resist the high temperature of steam
of a steam generator is poor water We have over 100 accessories for and be suitable for intensive use by
quality, which can decrease the our steam cleaners. For instance, cleaning operators.
lifespan of the steamer.

Boiler composition
Stainless steel boilers are
preferable in terms of quality and
durability, since they can last for
decades compared to aluminium
ones. Conventional boiler stamps
are usually kept together by
gaskets, whereas the two stamps
that compose a Tecnovap boiler are
welded together with a special TIG
(Tungsten Inert Gas) technique,
creating a single-body boiler, which
ensures a perfect seal. CIJ

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