Miura America

Steam production, often perceived as a background process, is key to the efficient operation of any food production plant. Whether heating water, pasteurizing products or clean-in-place protocols, steam is an indispensable resource, ensuring quality and optimal production.

Miura America, a global leader in modular, on-demand steam solutions, offers a comprehensive approach to steam production. It manufactures high-efficiency boilers and water treatment systems, offering end-to-end solutions that start with system design and extend through integration, installation and 24/7 support. With a strong focus on complete solutions and lifecycle partnerships, Miura delivers the highest level of service, ensuring safety, reliability and efficiency throughout the lifecycle of its equipment.

“We are a boiler manufacturer, as well as a partner. We partner with companies that that work with steam so that we can continue to provide a complete solution,” says Young Hahn, VP of sales operations.

No steam system is a one-size-fits-all, making design a crucial early step in the process. Miura conducts a comprehensive assessment of each client’s specific needs, including water analysis and load studies. Based on these findings, it designs the optimal boiler room setup for their unique operational requirements.

Efficiency is at the core of Miura’s solutions, originating from its headquarters in Japan, where making the most out of limited resources is a strong focus. Its modular boilers are designed to provide a reliable, efficient steam supply while reducing environmental impact. Innovative construction and advanced burner technology achieve about six to eight percent more efficiency than conventional systems, resulting in significant energy savings. This is a particularly beneficial advantage now, with sustainability goals being a top priority for many businesses, positioning Miura as a leader in sustainable steam solutions.
The efficiency also translates directly into cost savings for businesses. While traditional boilers may store thousands of gallons of water and take around 45 minutes to generate steam, Miura’s models accomplish the same task using only about 60 gallons of water, in just five minutes. This can amount to significant savings in both labor and fuel costs.

Hahn highlights the substantial cost reductions Miura boilers delivered, during his tenure as a general manager for laundry and linen operations in his previous occupation. In just one year, they saved approximately $4,000 in labor costs, with an additional $5,600 in fuel savings.

Another key advantage is the machinery’s compact size, which offers exceptional flexibility and adaptability. Miura units are half the size of conventional fire tube boilers, with the same horsepower, which is a major advantage in urban areas or industrial settings where space is at a premium. The modular design also permits easy removal and installation, allowing for quick response to dynamic steam demands.

The small size also provides a greater level of safety for workers. In conventional fire-tube boilers, flames pass through a large furnace chamber, increasing explosion hazards. In Miura’s water-tube design, a significantly smaller amount of water travels through tubes only once, while heat is applied externally. This system minimizes the risk of catastrophic failures by reducing the volume of stored energy.

“Once the steam is produced, utilized and no longer required, the boilers will turn off as there's no need to keep them running all the time,” says Ed Verderose, National Account Manager.

With over 150,000 units in operation worldwide, Miura boasts an impressive safety record of zero instances of catastrophic failures or loss of life. It offers a unique pressure vessel guarantee, demonstrating its confidence in providing reliable steam solutions for customers. This guarantee is an assurance that as long as users follow specific guidelines—proper water treatment, remote system monitoring and annual preventative maintenance inspections—continuous steam production will result. Should scaling or corrosion occur causing the vessel to leak, the company covers the replacement of a new vessel.

Technological integration further supplements safety and ensures oversight. Advanced control systems provide real-time monitoring and diagnostics, allowing operators to track performance, identify potential issues and optimize operations. Automating certain functions like water hardness detection, warnings or alarms helps plant managers focus on more critical operations.

Miura America's innovative technology has set a new standard for steam generation for food and beverage companies, bringing together safety, efficiency and sustainability under one roof. Leading the way toward a future where steam production is both reliable and environmentally responsible, Miura positions itself as a change-maker and optimum partner in the industry.