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TOSEI's Heat Pump Dryer Achieves Sustainable Excellence

In a significant development for sustainability and energy efficiency, TOSEI's heat pump dryer, branded under Electrolux Professional, has been honored with a two-star rating in the Sustainable Selection 2025. This award, announced on September 5, 2025, recognizes products and services that exemplify sustainable practices and contribute to a greener future.

Innovative Energy Solution

TOSEI, headquartered in Shinagawa, Tokyo, has positioned its heat pump dryer as the next-generation alternative to traditional gas dryers. With the ability to cut energy consumption by up to 60%, this innovative machine eliminates exhaust ducts and reduces direct CO₂ emissions to zero. TOSEI is dedicated to contributing to sustainable growth and the reduction of operating costs through its environmentally friendly products and services.

The Sustainable Selection initiative is a collaborative effort by Alterna, Inc. and the Sustainable Management Association to highlight and recommend products that are developed with sustainable principles and methodologies. A one-star rating signifies that a product contributes to sustainable societal initiatives, while a two-star rating acknowledges both the product's potential and the commitment of the organization behind it to sustainable management practices.

Transforming the Industry

The award-winning heat pump dryer replaces the heat source from gas to a heat pump, achieving remarkable reductions in energy use without compromising on drying time. In comparison to traditional gas dryers, this solution maintains effective performance while significantly lowering energy consumption.

Energy Efficiency and Environmental Impact

The heat pump technology utilized is based on the principles of compressing and expanding gas to transfer heat, making this the first commercial dryer of its kind in Japan. Without needing exhaust ducts, this technology ensures zero direct CO₂ emissions while maintaining high-temperature drying. Compared to conventional gas dryers, the heat pump model reduced energy needs to one-third, aligning productivity with eco-friendly practices.

In real terms, the dryer can cut annual CO₂ emissions by 11.8 tons when applied in 20kg capacity machines against traditional gas models, showcasing the significant impact of switching to this innovative technology. When converting 100 gas dryers to heat pump systems, an estimated 7,800 tons of CO₂ emissions can be eliminated annually, equating to the emissions from a vehicle circling the Earth 312 times.

Support through Energy Subsidies

TOSEI's heat pump dryer has also been recognized under the Energy Efficiency Investment Promotion Support Program for the fiscal year 2024, indicating its high performance in energy conservation. The company actively facilitates the transition to energy-efficient equipment, supporting the introduction of sustainable technology across various industries.

Valuable Resources

• - Energy Efficiency Investment Promotion Support Program
• - List of High-Performance Equipment certified by SII
• - Energy Subsidy Support Page

About Electrolux Professional

Electrolux Professional stands as a global leader founded in Sweden, specializing in the development, manufacturing, and sale of commercial laundry and kitchen equipment. With over 100 years of history, the company operates in more than 110 countries, providing energy-efficient and labor-reducing laundry solutions tailored for sectors like healthcare, hospitality, and laundromats. The brand emphasizes a strong commitment to merging energy efficiency with digital technology, supporting the industrial transition towards carbon neutrality.

About TOSEI

Established in 1950, TOSEI has been at the forefront of manufacturing and selling commercial cleaning equipment and vacuum packaging systems, achieving a notable domestic market share in large washing machines and vacuum packing systems. In 2011, the company pioneered the development of the world's first commercial laundry dryer. By December 2023, TOSEI became part of the Electrolux Professional group, with plans for integration scheduled for July 2025. Currently, TOSEI offers its advanced products under both the TOSEI and Electrolux Professional brands, serving domestic and international markets.