K-Thermo — pathogen-free composting in 22–24 hours.
Heated, in-vessel composter with integrated thermostat maintaining 55–65 °C chamber temperature. Wheeled cabinet — no civil foundation needed. Pathogen-free, FCO-grade compost from batch 2 onwards. Ideal for hotels, hospitals, FMCG plants and any site where pathogen control matters.
15 standard sizes — 25 kg/day to 5 TPD
K-Thermo spec sheet
| Construction | |
| Body MOC (outer) | SS 202 / MSPC outer (powder-coated) |
| Mixing chamber MOC | SS 304 (food-grade contact) |
| Mixing shaft & blades | SS 304, replaceable, hardened |
| Insulation | PUF / mineral wool, 50–80 mm — retains heat between cycles |
| Mounting | 4 lockable castors — no civil foundation required |
| Process | |
| Process type | In-vessel aerobic, heated (integrated heater + thermostat) |
| Cycle time | 22–24 hours per batch |
| Chamber temperature | 55–65 °C (pathogen-free) |
| O₂ maintained at | > 5% (blower assist; prevents anaerobic zones) |
| Volume reduction | Up to 60% of input weight |
| Output compost | Pathogen-free, FCO-grade, dark brown, earthy |
| First batch ready | 22–24 hours after first loading |
| Daily withdrawal | From batch 2 onwards (continuous) |
| Heater & thermostat | |
| Heater type | Electric resistive, embedded in chamber wall |
| Thermostat | PID-controlled, standby mode between cycles |
| Heat-up time | 30–60 minutes from cold (size-dependent) |
| Energy efficiency | Insulation pads + standby thermostat = ~25% energy saving vs continuous-heat designs |
| Electrical & control | |
| Power supply | 3-phase, 415 V ± 10%, 50 Hz |
| Control system | PLC-based, HMI touchscreen included |
| SCADA / remote monitoring | Optional — touchscreen HMI + remote access |
| Drive components | Havells / Schneider / L&T contactors, drives, MCBs |
| Active operating hours | ~8 hr per 24-hr cycle (PLC-staggered, no peak current spike) |
| Panel enclosure | IP54 outdoor-rated |
| Mechanical features | |
| Loading method | Top hopper, sealed |
| Output door | Sealed, hinged, side or front |
| Inbuilt shredder | Optional SS 304 single-shaft, top-mounted |
| Air circulation | Forced (blower) — maintains O₂ and removes excess moisture |
| Dimensions (75 kg/d) | ~1500 × 900 × 1500 mm (LxWxH); +20–30% per capacity tier |
| Safety | |
| Emergency stop | Mushroom-head E-stop, single press shutdown |
| Door interlock | Auto-cut on door open — heater & mixer stop |
| Thermal protection | Overload relay on motor + heater circuits |
| Over-temperature cutout | Independent cut-out at 75 °C (separate from PID) |
| Safety placards | Bilingual (Hindi + English) per IS 15842 |
| Compliance | |
| Standards | SWM Rules 2016, CPCB Composting Guidelines, FCO 1985 |
| Pathogen elimination | Verified via faecal coliform & salmonella test (sample reports on request) |
| Made in India | Yes — fabricated at HSIIDC IMT Manesar |
| GeM | Listed under product code 90131500 |
Best for these sites
🏨 Hotels & hospitality
Pathogen-free compost daily for in-house gardens. Fast cycle handles weekend / event spikes. CSR/ESG narrative-friendly.
🏥 Hospitals & healthcare
55–65 °C cycle eliminates pathogens. Suitable for kitchen / canteen organic waste. Compliant with biomedical & SWM rules.
🏭 FMCG & food processing
Handles dairy, brewery, vegetable / fruit residues. EPR-billable BOQ. SS 304 contact = food-grade compliant.
What's included
Included with every K-Thermo
- K-Thermo unit with SS 304 mixing chamber
- Integrated heater + PID thermostat
- PLC-based control panel with HMI
- 1 × waste loading trolley
- 1 × compost collection bin
- Microbial culture starter pack (12 months)
- Operator manual (English / Hindi)
- SOP pack & safety placards
- Erection & commissioning at site
- 1-day operator training
- 1-year comprehensive warranty
Optional add-ons
- Inbuilt SS 304 single-shaft shredder
- SCADA touchscreen HMI for remote monitoring
- Auto-feed shredder for hands-free loading
- Compost screening unit (vibrating / trommel)
- Auto-dose inoculant dispenser
- Outdoor weather canopy
- Anti-vibration levelling pads
- Extended AMC (2nd year onwards)
Common questions about K-Thermo
Why is K-Thermo more expensive than K-Drum?
K-Thermo includes integrated heaters, PID thermostat, insulation pads and a more sophisticated PLC. CapEx is typically 25–35% higher than equivalent K-Drum sizes. The trade-off: 22–24 hour cycle vs 15-day initialisation, pathogen-free output, and FCO-graded compost suitable for retail / vegetable garden use.
What's the running cost?
Indicative (500 kg/day, ₹9/kWh tariff): ~₹650/day total — heater 60%, mixer 25%, blower + ancillary 15%. Standby thermostat + insulation reduce this vs continuous-heat designs. Use the ROI calculator for your specific tariff.
Does it really kill pathogens?
Yes. The 55–65 °C chamber maintained for the full 22–24 hour cycle eliminates faecal coliform, salmonella and most pathogenic bacteria per FCO 1985 (Schedule III) thresholds. Sample lab test reports available on request.
Can it run on solar / hybrid power?
The heater load makes pure off-grid operation impractical. Hybrid solar + grid is feasible — typical roof-mounted PV (5–15 kW depending on size) can offset 30–50% of daily consumption. We provide load schedule for your solar partner.
Civil works?
None needed for sizes up to 1000 kg/day — wheeled cabinet on lockable castors. For 1 TPD and above, a flat concrete pad (no foundation) is recommended for stability.
What if input volume varies day-to-day?
K-Thermo handles 50–110% of rated capacity per cycle. For chronic over-volume, oversize one tier (e.g. pick 750 kg/d if average is 500 kg/d). For under-utilisation, energy-save mode reduces standby heat.
Ready to spec your K-Thermo?
Use the configurator — get a tailored quote in 2 minutes including capacity, accessories and BOQ.
Manufactured to dispatch in 6–14 weeks
Standard configurations from stock-cycle production; custom builds against site DPR. Every machine ships with 1-year warranty + AMC option from year 2.