Orbital
Why are we still washing ourselves with drinking water?
Orbital Systems is a Swedish technology company reimagining water use with the world’s first circular shower — the Orbital Shower. Designed to deliver a premium shower experience without sacrificing comfort, the Orbital Shower recirculates, purifies, and reheats water in real time, dramatically reducing water and energy use while maintaining luxury feel.
Unlike conventional showers that let litres of heated water go down the drain, the Orbital Shower uses advanced filtration and monitoring systems to determine whether water is clean enough to recycle. When water meets quality criteria it is purified and reused; if not, it is gently replaced with fresh water. This closed-loop system allows hotels to offer long, hot showers with as little as 20 litres of water per session — a reduction of up to 90% compared with standard showers — and energy savings approaching 80%.
The technology is elegant and intuitive: precise temperature and flow control, multiple savings modes, and automated cleaning programs work in the background so guests enjoy a normal shower experience without behavioural changes. Orbital’s approach reframes water use as something smarter and more respectful of planetary limits — something that matters deeply in water-stressed regions and high-use environments like hotels.
What this means for hotel owners
-
Dramatically lower water consumption without reducing guest comfort
-
Significant energy savings through heat reuse
-
Helps hotels meet sustainability and ESG targets
-
Enhances brand reputation with visible sustainability action
-
No change in guest behaviour required
Orbital’s technology has been adopted by forward-thinking hospitality brands, helping properties reduce resource use while reinforcing a premium guest experience.
How Orbital works — in practice
The Orbital Shower continuously monitors water quality in real time, distinguishing between water that can be reused and water that needs replenishing. Advanced purification means the recycled water meets high standards of hygiene and comfort, and integrated controls allow for consistent warmth and pressure. Automated cleaning modes keep the system healthy and maintenance predictable.
.png)
