Semi-Solids
Trusted technologies for topicals, creams, gels and personal care applications
GEA is a market-leading provider of plant and equipment for the production of liquids, semi-solids and highly viscous products such as lotions, ointments, creams and emollients. Our expertise includes the reception, storage, distribution and dosing of raw materials, mixing, transfer and finished product storage, and the distribution of utilities such as water, air and steam.
GEA supplies consultancy, engineering, automation, process vessel manufacture, skids/units, installation, qualification and assistance with validation. As your single-source provider of complete lines for the pharmaceutical and greater life science industries, our experienced process engineers will work with your team to develop innovative and efficient process technologies that meet your specific needs.
GEA understands the entire production process, derived from know-how and many years of experience, which guarantees complete integration with up- and downstream processes. GEA likes to challenge traditional thinking, and we are able to offer customized solutions that meet the specific requirements of each single customer.
Process Equipment
Our product selection includes, among others, tanks, mixers, valves, pumps, pigging systems, measurement technology, high pressure homogenization and micronization equipment, and Clean-in-Place (CIP) systems. We offer a selection of well-proven operating systems and data recording options and, when required, a large range of customized CIP/SIP systems, from mobile and independent cleaning systems to diverse CIP satellites fed with conditioned cleaning solutions.
From customized software packages that enable the customer to define each single phase of the process to tailor-made solutions, such as bin lifts for the automatic addition of solid ingredients through fully automatic manifolds for the accurate dosing of highly viscous liquids, GEA guarantees a safe and hygienic production environment that meets the exact requirements of your each specific application.
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Products & Technologies
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Aseptic valves & components
Aseptic valves face exceptionally high demands within UltraClean and Aseptic processes. You can be assured that they all provide highest quality in terms of hygienic design and sustainability.
Continuous Blenders
For liquid component production processes, GEA's efficient in-line blending systems provide the solution you need!
GEA Cleaning Technology
The portfolio comprises different types of cleaning devices, such as orbital, rotating and static cleaners, to achieve the optimum cleaning result for different applications. Cleaning technology products can be found working successfully all over the world in numerous industries – from water treatment, chemical and brewing to food and pharmaceuti...
Homogenizer Compression Block
GEA compression heads are the homogenizer pulsing core since they activate the homogenization process pumping the product at high pressure until it flows inside the homogenizing valve.
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GEA Insights
Arla cuts spray dryer CO₂ with GEA AddCool® system
GEA AddCool® installation cuts CO2 emissions associated with the operation of a spray dryer plant by 1,500 tons per year at Arla’s milk powder factory in Svenstrup, Denmark.
GEA rings opening bell, celebrating DAX debut
On Sept. 30, 2025, GEA rang the opening bell at the Frankfurt Stock Exchange, a symbolic moment that highlighted the company’s inclusion in Germany’s leading stock index, the DAX.
A headquarters with people and purpose at its core
GEA’s new corporate headquarters in the up-and-coming Derendorf neighborhood of Düsseldorf, Germany, brings together people, ideas and expertise under one roof. With its open spaces, green terraces and energy-efficient design, the building reflects the company’s commitment to collaboration and sustainability.
