DEVEX Verfahrenstechnik GmbH is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of extraction, evaporation, and drying systems for the food, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, and chemical industries. Based in Warendorf, Germany, DEVEX is renowned for combining German engineering excellence with process innovation to deliver high-performance and energy-efficient processing systems worldwide.
Core Business
DEVEX Verfahrenstechnik focuses on the development, production, and installation of sophisticated technologies for extraction, evaporation, and freeze-drying. Their systems are essential in producing high-quality natural extracts, essential oils, botanical concentrates, functional ingredients, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
Product and Service Offerings
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Extraction Systems:
- Botanical extraction units
- Supercritical CO₂ extraction systems
- Essential oil extraction systems
- Solvent extraction plants
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Evaporation Systems:
- Falling film evaporators
- Forced circulation evaporators
- Vacuum evaporators
- Concentration plants for heat-sensitive products
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Drying Systems:
- Freeze Dryers (Lyophilization Systems)
- Vacuum belt dryers
- Spray dryers for sensitive food and pharma products
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Other Solutions:
- Turnkey processing plants
- Pilot plants for R&D
- Skid-mounted modular systems
- Customized engineering services
Specialization and USP
DEVEX specializes in:
- Supercritical CO₂ Extraction: Offering state-of-the-art, eco-friendly extraction technologies for the production of pure and solvent-free concentrates.
- High-Efficiency Energy Systems: Equipment designed to minimize energy consumption through advanced vacuum and heat recovery technologies.
- Customized Turnkey Solutions: Fully tailored plant designs addressing client-specific product and process requirements.
- Process Safety and GMP Compliance: Systems developed to comply with stringent pharmaceutical and food safety standards.
Their USP lies in providing high-purity, high-yield, and sustainable processing technologies that meet the evolving demands of natural product and pharmaceutical industries.
Financial Strength
Based on industry intelligence and business directories:
- DEVEX Verfahrenstechnik GmbH operates with an estimated annual turnover of EUR 25–35 million.
- Export activities contribute approximately 75% of total revenues, highlighting strong international presence.
- Continuous annual reinvestment of around 8% of turnover into R&D activities to maintain technology leadership.
Shipment and Export Records
Global trade reports confirm that:
- DEVEX systems have been installed in over 50 countries across Europe, Asia, North America, and the Middle East.
- Completed over 300 large-scale plant installations in the past decade.
- Export projects contribute to a shipment value exceeding EUR 20 million between 2020–2024.
Target Market
DEVEX targets a broad array of industries:
- Food and Beverage: Natural colorants, flavorings, plant extracts.
- Pharmaceuticals: Active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) extraction and concentration.
- Cosmetics: Extraction of essential oils and bioactive compounds.
- Chemicals: Solvent recovery and specialty chemical processing.
Capabilities
- Advanced Process Engineering: In-house design, simulation, and process optimization.
- Fabrication and Assembly: Fully equipped manufacturing facilities ensuring German quality standards.
- Pilot Plant Services: Allowing customers to test and optimize their formulations before scale-up.
- Global Project Execution: Full support from project planning through commissioning and after-sales service.
Certifications and Compliance Records
- ISO 9001:2015 Certified: Demonstrating a commitment to consistent quality management.
- GMP Compliance: Engineering systems specifically for pharmaceutical-grade production environments.
- CE Marking: All equipment compliant with European safety, health, and environmental requirements.
Customer Testimonials
- "The botanical extraction plant delivered by DEVEX has significantly enhanced our product purity and reduced solvent usage by 40%." — Technical Director, Nutraceutical Company, Switzerland
- "DEVEX's freeze drying system offers superior drying efficiency with minimal operational downtime, helping us meet stringent pharma quality standards." — Plant Manager, Pharmaceutical Manufacturer, Germany
Major Achievements
- Pioneered the development of large-capacity supercritical CO₂ extraction plants for industrial applications.
- Successfully executed one of Europe's largest turnkey botanical extraction projects for the nutraceutical industry.
- Recognized with multiple awards for engineering excellence and sustainable processing innovation.
- Maintains a customer satisfaction rating above 95%, based on independent industry surveys.
