Industrial tunnel freezers for french fries
For large-scale food processing, achieving efficient and sustainable freezing of potato products is critical. High energy usage, significant CO2 emissions, and achieving consistent product quality are persistent challenges faced by industrial French fry producers.
Efficient multi-zone freezing with energy savings
The GEA IQF Tunnel Freezers are specifically designed for freezing large quantities of fried potato products, such as French fries, potato wedges, and potato cubes. The units can handle up to 30 tons per hour, making them ideal for industrial-scale operations. These freezers feature multi-zone temperature control, allowing for precise pre-cooling, refrigerating, and freezing processes. A key design element is the thermosyphon ammonia system used in the precooling section, which requires no refrigerating compressors, resulting in significant energy savings and reduced CO2 emissions. Furthermore, the freezing section operates with ammonia at -32°C, which offers an energy savings of more than 20% compared to traditional systems. The GEA IQF tunnel freezer is engineered with a hygienically designed stainless steel enclosure and fully welded floors, ensuring easy access for cleaning and maintenance. Certified by the EU-Taxonomy classification, it guarantees a reduction in water and energy usage, thus lowering operational costs.
Benefits
- Handles up to 30 tons per hour
- Multi-zone temperature control for precise freezing
- Significant energy savings with thermosyphon ammonia precooling
- Certified CO2 emission reductions
- Hygienic, easy-to-clean design