zozen boiler
Home Service FAQs Boiler basics What is the difference between steam generator and steam boiler?

What is the difference between steam generator and steam boiler?

09 Jul 2021

A steam generator is a mechanical equipment that uses the heat energy of fuel or other energy resources to heat water into hot water or steam. It belongs to small equipment and is a kind of steam boiler. According to Boiler Safety Technical Inspection Regulations, a boiler whose water volume exceeds 30 litres belongs to pressure container, national special equipment. There is no need of water storage in the internal structure of modular steam generator concurrent pipeline and the water volume is less than 30 litres, so the steam generator is free from the inspection and examination.

 

A steam boiler is a kind of heat-exchange equipment that uses the heat energy generated by fuel combustion to heat water into steam with a certain temperature and pressure, which is widely used in the production process of industrial enterprises. It belongs to special equipment, has high requirements for enterprise qualification and product safety, and requires annual inspection.

 

Steam boiler contains steam generator, but steam generator is not steam boiler. The steam boiler has better quality and sufficient output. The steam boiler is more suitable for industrial uninterrupted steam supply. The steam boiler has low costs of water treatment. The steam boiler has larger capacity range.

Related news View More
  • ZOZEN Boiler Supplies Gas-Fired Steam Boilers to Venezuelan Industrial Plants
    Over the past two years, ZOZEN Boiler has supplied gas-fired steam boilers and related services to industrial customers in Venezuela. The applications include beverage production and papermaking. This article presents two projects: a 3 t/h WNS gas-fired steam boiler supplied to a Venezuelan beverage manufacturer and a 15 t/h WNS gas-fired steam boiler supplied to a local paper mill. Steam Supply for Beverage ProductionSteam is used in beverage production for blending, sterilization, equipment ...
    18 Aug 2026
  • Steam Runs Through the Brewing Process: ZOZEN Boiler Supports the Baijiu Industry
    Baijiu production is a continuous process. From grain steaming and fermentation to distillation, sterilization, and fermented-grain residue handling, many stages require a stable steam supply. As baijiu producers expand their operations, boiler systems need to provide sufficient steam while also adapting to different fuel conditions, changing loads, and environmental management requirements. In recent years, ZOZEN Boiler has developed steam boiler and auxiliary system solutions for baijiu produ...
    11 Aug 2026
  • A 10 TPH Boiler Delivered in 40 Days: The “ZOZEN Speed” Behind Yanjing Beer’s Letter of Appreciation
    Recently, Wuxi Zozen Boilers Co., Ltd. received a letter of appreciation from Yanjing Beer (Guilin Lijiang) Co., Ltd. In the letter, the customer expressed appreciation for ZOZEN Boiler’s responsiveness, coordination, and delivery support throughout the project. The customer also noted that ZOZEN helped resolve issues related to scheme adjustments, equipment access, and the delivery schedule. Letter of appreciation from Yanjing Beer (Guilin Lijiang) Co., Ltd. The letter was related to ...
    04 Aug 2026

Find the Right Boiler For You

Name *

Email *

WhatsApp/WeChat

Products

Power/Capacity