Loval: Experts in Customized Heating Solutions Since 1960

Loval delivers customized heating solutions, utilizing advanced vacuum brazing technology, tailored to meet exact specifications and ensure optimal performance and reliability. With a 25,000 m² production facility and significant investments in modern production and equipment, we serve industries across Europe, exporting 95% of our products globally.

For over 20 years, we’ve partnered with Europe’s top heat pump manufacturers, delivering reliable, high-performance solutions.

Our goal is to be a trusted long-term partner, offering tailored, sustainable heating solutions that meet the unique demands of our customers. We prioritize innovation and environmental responsibility, contributing to a greener, more energy-efficient future.

Loval's milestones

Eero Laakso

1960

Eero Laakso establishes Loval Oy

1968

Loval starts exporting to Sweden

1974

Loval moves to new facilities in Loviisa, Finland

1982

Loval adopts vacuum brazing technology

1990

System products' production starts

1995

Exports exceed 50 per cent of net sales

Plate heat exchangers

2003

Plate heat exchangers' production starts

2016

Operations expand through asset acquisition

Loval factory

2020

Factory extension and a new laboratory

Loval echanced production facility

2024

70% production extension

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Innovative and Energy-Efficient Heating Solutions for a Greener Future

We exclusively source 100% renewable electricity, and our research and development efforts are focused on minimizing environmental impact across all operations. Our commitment to sustainability is rooted in strict compliance with environmental regulations and active dialogue with our stakeholders, ensuring transparency and accountability in all our practices.

At Loval Oy, we integrate sustainability into every aspect of our business. We back our environmental responsibility with recognized standards and certificates:

  • ISO 14001 certification
  • EcoVadis Bronze Medal

We contribute directly to reducing our carbon footprint through: Energy Center initiatives, Waste Heat Integration, Sourcing 100% renewable electricity.

Our R&D efforts focus on minimizing environmental impact across all operations.

We continuously monitor key environmental metrics, such as:

  • Energy consumption
  • Waste reduction

We continuously monitor key environmental metrics, such as energy consumption and waste reduction, to measure and improve the effectiveness of our sustainability actions. By applying advanced technology and data-driven strategies, we aim to reduce our environmental footprint, contributing to a more sustainable future.

At Loval Oy, we understand that sustainability is an ongoing responsibility. We focus on making continuous, measurable improvements and invite you to join us on this journey toward a greener, more responsible future.

Ethical principles

We have signed the UN Global Compact corporate sustainability initiative. This means we have committed to internationally accepted principles regarding human rights, international working standards, environmental protection and anti-corruption. We expect our business partners to follow the same basic principles. All our employees are required to know our values, principles and way of working, which have been presented in our code of conduct.

  • Respect for human rights

    We treat all our employees fairly with appreciation and respect.

    • We value and improve diversity among our employees.
    • We prevent discrimination by position or duties.
    • We never harass, threaten, or discriminate against our colleagues or business partners.
    • We respect the right of our employees to organise and enter collective agreements. We also respect the right of our employees to not join a trade union.
    • We prohibit child labour, illegal employment, and forced labour.
    • We ensure that employees under 18 are not exposed to high-risk work.
    • We protect the personal data of our employees and customers
    • We respect our employees’ right to express their opinion and communicate information responsibly.
  • Good working conditions

    We offer a good working environment and opportunities for personal development.

    • We create a good relationship with our employees and expect them to commit to our company's development.
    • We offer our employees the opportunity to develop their knowledge and skills. This improves their professional skill and supports their personal and economic development.
    • We make no compromises when it comes to health and safety.
    • We take proactive measures to prevent accidents.
    • We pay our employees in accordance with the law and any applicable agreements. We reward good performance and exceptional achievement.
  • Reduced environmental impact

    We take the environment into account throughout our value chain.

    • Our strategy is to manufacture energy solutions that promote sustainable development.
    • We promote the use of renewable energy, natural resource conservation, and reductions to emissions and waste.
    • We take a holistic approach to environmental issues, from product development to recycling.
    • We identify risks to people and the environment and operate according to the precautionary principle.
  • Good business ethics

    We operate lawfully and with good business ethics in all our business operations and relationships.

    • We require transparency and honesty in all our operations and expect the same from our business partners.
    • We prohibit bribery and corruption. Business partners may only be compensated for the actual goods and services they deliver.
    • Gifts and other benefits may not exceed the local custom in value, and they must be allowed by local laws.
    • We abide by competition legislation and support fair competition.
    • Our employees must avoid conflicts of interest between their personal finances and the company’s business.
    • Our employees have the right to expose financial and other misconduct without fear of reprisal (“whistle-blower principle”).
    • We observe international market requirements and sanctions.
  • Responsible sourcing

    We make responsible purchases and set standards for our suppliers.

    • We only work with suppliers who will abide by our code of conduct.
    • We require certain things from our suppliers and evaluate them before working with them and during the relationship.
    • We encourage our suppliers to acquire certified quality, environmental, and working environment management systems.
    • We monitor the activities of our suppliers regularly. If we find issues with their operation, we require corrections or may terminate the whole relationship.
  • Product liability

    The functionality, quality, safety, and environmental friendliness of our products are our key requirements for continuous development.

    • We aim to promote sustainable development both in the design and use of our products. Energy efficiency, ecodesign, and life cycle thinking are the main keywords.
    • Our products fully meet the requirements of the agreed and statutory health and safety standards.
    • We instruct the installation, use, maintenance, and storage of our products clearly and correctly. We also explain how to safely dispose of them without harming the environment.
    • We make sure that our customers can get answers quickly for any questions about products.
  • Social responsibility
    • We participate, whenever possible, in the communities where we operate and seek to hire and develop local workers and supervisors.
    • Our aim is to teach the next generation more about processes and products and have them seek employment with us.
    • We pursue active development in industry networks and in collaboration with universities and research institutes.
    • We prioritise sponsorships that benefit our operating environment, support our values, and strengthen our relationship with customers and partners.
    • We never commit to political parties, politicians, or political organisations, and refrain from supporting them.
  • Transparency

    Our communication is honest and direct, and we conduct it in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and standards.

    • We maintain close relations with our stakeholders. Our stakeholder communications are based on regular contact, clarity, and good ethics.
    • Our employees are bound by all applicable rules of secrecy related to the information belonging to our company and our business partners, as well as any information that may affect the company's competitiveness and success.

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