Bosch Industriekessel GmbH is entering into a strategic partnership with A.E.P. Thermal Inc., a specialist in medium-voltage electrode boilers. The aim of this cooperation is to combine the technological and market expertise of both partners and to further develop electrode boiler technology specifically tailored to the requirements and target markets of Bosch Industriekessel. The implementation of the first projects in Europe is already planned for 2026.
This cooperation marks a significant step in the decarbonisation of process heat and district heating and strengthens the commitment of Bosch Industriekessel to future-oriented energy solutions.
Said Marc Heinrichsdorff, Managing Director of Bosch Industriekessel: “The electrification of industrial heat generation is a crucial element for the energy transition. Together with A.E.P. Thermal, we can meet the growing demand for alternatives to fossil fuel-based heat and steam generators and actively shape the transformation to a sustainable energy landscape.”
Bosch Industriekessel contributes its expertise in boiler system technology and customised solutions for process heat and district heating applications. A.E.P. Thermal provides in-depth electrode boiler know-how and over four decades of experience, with more than 4,000 megawatts of installed capacity in the field.
Added Robert Presser, President of A.E.P. Thermal Inc.: “The values of Bosch Industriekessel and A.E.P. Thermal are closely linked – we share a common understanding of climate protection, innovation, quality, and future-proofing. We are convinced that together we will further advance the market and create innovative solutions for sustainable heat generation.”
Electrode boilers, as a power-to-heat solution, enable the intelligent integration of the electricity and heat sectors. They convert surplus green electricity directly and quickly into CO2-free process heat (steam/hot water) with an efficiency of over 99 percent. They utilise the direct flow of electricity through the boiler water as a heating element. Their rapid adjustability makes them ideal for balancing power markets and grid stability. With power ranges of several megawatts, they are widely used in industry for process heat supply and district heating.
For Bosch Industriekessel, electrode technology is the perfect complement to its existing electric boiler portfolio in the power range up to 8.3 tons of steam per hour or 5.5 megawatts of heat. This new partnership will enable the company to cover even larger power ranges and a wider variety of applications in the future, meeting the growing market demand for future-proof and high-performance heating solutions. For more visit bosch-industrial.com/
