Tecnovap steam cleaning machines use high-temperature dry saturated steam to clean and sanitise a wide range of surfaces, with water alone or with detergent injected when a job needs it. This is the complete Tecnovap machine range, and it runs from single-phase machines that plug into a standard socket up to three-phase industrial steam cleaners built for continuous heavy-duty work.
The right machine depends on the work. Single-phase machines are made for professional cleaning and detail work, from compact units through to stainless-steel models built for daily commercial use. Three-phase machines produce far more steam for large areas and heavier soiling, and run continuously across food production, manufacturing and transport. Steam vacuum models add an integrated wet and dry vacuum that lifts the loosened dirt away as you steam.
Every machine in the range is built around the same single stainless-steel boiler and made in Italy to the same standard, which is what gives the whole range its long working life. You can read about how Tecnovap builds its machines on the Tecnovap Steam Cleaners page.
With the right accessories, a Tecnovap machine handles tiles and grout, kitchen surfaces and equipment, machinery, glass, upholstery, vehicle interiors and awkward corners. Because dry steam sanitises as it cleans, the range is used across food and beverage production, manufacturing, transport, healthcare, hospitality and vehicle cleaning. For machines that vacuum as they steam, see our Steam Vacuum Cleaners. For the heaviest three-phase work, see our Industrial Steam Cleaners.
Which Tecnovap machine do I need?
If you need
Supply
Power
Models to look at
Steam only, plug-in, professional
Single-phase 230 V
~2.45 to 3.65 kW
Evo 304 Det, Evo 304 Water, Evo Blu Water
Steam plus an integrated vacuum
Single or three-phase
3.65 kW and up
Carmen Plus Inox, Junior Star Max, Steam Tech
Heavy-duty, continuous, food and manufacturing
Three-phase 400 V
up to ~36 kW
Steam Box Pro, Steam Box Industrial
Specifications
Machine
Supply
Steam pressure
Steam temp
Power
Integrated vacuum
Tecnovap Tosca Evo
230 V
4 bar
151 °C
2.4 kW
No
Tecnovap Evo Blu Water
230 V
6 bar
165 °C
2.45 kW
No
Tecnovap Evo 304 Water
230 V
8 bar
174 °C
2.45 kW
No
Tecnovap Evo 304 Det
230 V
8 bar
174 °C
2.45 kW
No
Tecnovap Carmen Plus Inox
230 V
6 bar
165 °C
3.65 kW
Yes
Tecnovap Junior Star Max
230 V
6 bar
165 °C
3.65 kW
Yes
Tecnovap Steam Tech
400 V
10 bar
183 °C
3.75 to 15.6 kW
Yes
Tecnovap Steam Box Pro
400 V
10 bar
183 °C
3.75 to 14.55 kW
No
Tecnovap Steam Box Industrial
400 V
10 bar
183 °C
11 to 36.2 kW
No
All boilers are single-body stainless steel. Power ratings and kW outputs vary by model, and several models are supplied in more than one power variant, so confirm the exact rating for the application on quotation. The range also includes the higher-output Steam Power and Steam Turbo three-phase generators and the diesel-fired Steam Sky; request a quote for their specifications.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between single-phase and three-phase Tecnovap machines?
Single-phase machines run on a standard 230 V supply and plug into an ordinary socket, which suits professional cleaning and detail work. Three-phase machines run on a 400 V supply, produce far more steam for large areas and heavier soiling, and are built to run continuously across food production, manufacturing and transport. Power across the range spans about 2.45 kW on the professional machines to around 36 kW on the largest industrial units.
How hot is the steam, and does it sanitise?
In the boiler the steam reaches 160 to 180 °C, and up to 183 °C on the ten-bar machines. At the surface it is about 80 to 100 °C, which is still hot enough to kill bacteria, germs and mould by thermal shock. Dry saturated steam sanitises using water alone, with no chemical needed.
How long does a Tecnovap machine take to produce steam?
About five minutes from cold. The boiler holds a small volume of water and the heating element is designed to develop high power in a small space, so the machine warms up quickly and is ready to use.
Can the machine run continuously without stopping to refill?
Yes, on models with the automatic water refilling system. A pump feeds water from a cold-water tank to the boiler as the level drops, so the machine keeps producing steam without stopping to depressurise and refill. This is standard on the Steam Box range.
Which machine suits a car wash or detailing business?
For a car wash or detailing business the machines to look at are the Junior Star Max, the Steam Tech and the Carmen Plus Inox. They combine steam with an integrated vacuum for interiors, upholstery and contact points, kill mites, bacteria and odours, and leave the surface dry quickly. Request a quote and Kränzle will match the machine to the site.
