Spiral freezer for bakery and confectionery
Maximize space and efficiency while preserving the quality and freshness of diverse food products with a compact spiral freezing system designed to fit seamlessly into your high-speed production line.

Quickly Freezes and Chills Diverse Food Products
The alco Spiral Freezer ASK by alco food-machines is engineered to maximize efficiency in food processing lines. This compact spiral freezer offers a powerful cooling solution through its innovative belt system and evaporator-ventilator units, which ensure rapid chilling and freezing with minimal weight loss. It caters to a wide array of applications, including bakery, confectionery, meat, seafood, and plant-based proteins, delivering consistent results from frozen baguettes to smoked salmon.
Designed for continuous and high-speed operations, the alco Spiral Freezer ASK can accommodate products of various sizes with adjustable levels and belts, allowing for seamless integration into existing production lines. The system supports a range of refrigerants, such as ammonia and carbon dioxide, and features an insulated housing to minimize energy losses. Its automated operation includes options for remote monitoring and control, providing you with continuous process insight.
Available in both PRO and ECO models, it offers customization to match your specific processing requirements. Cleaning is simplified with an optional integrated cleaning-in-place (CIP) system, enhancing hygiene and reducing downtime. Built with durable materials to resist corrosion, this equipment ensures long-term operation while adhering to industry standards. Whether you operate in bakery or ready meal production, the alco Spiral Freezer ASK is designed to meet your freezing and chilling needs efficiently and effectively.
Benefits
- Enhances production efficiency with compact design and rapid freezing capabilities.
- Lowers energy costs through optimized refrigerant use and insulated construction.
- Accommodates diverse product sizes and types for versatile food processing applications.
- Supports seamless integration with automated production lines, reducing labor needs.
- Ensures consistent product quality and safety with hygienic operation and easy maintenance.
- Applications
- Seafood,Ready meals,Pasta,Bread,Bakery,Confectionery,Meat,Fruits,Nuts,Plant-based protein,Poultry
- End products
- Chocolate truffles,Freeze-dried strawberries,Tofu nuggets,Frozen chicken breasts,Frozen baguettes,Smoked salmon,Ravioli,Lasagna,Almond flour,Frozen croissants
- Steps before
- Preparation,Portioning,Cutting,Forming
- Steps after
- Packing,Labeling,Storage,Transportation
- Input ingredients
- bakery products,confectionery items,bread,pasta,fruits,nuts,plant-based protein ingredients,poultry,meat,seafood,ready meal components
- Output ingredients
- frozen bakery products,chilled confectionery items,frozen bread,frozen pasta,frozen fruits,chilled nuts,frozen plant-based proteins,frozen poultry,frozen meat,frozen seafood,frozen ready meals
- Market info
- JBT is known for manufacturing industrial ETO equipment, specializing in food processing and airport ground support systems. They are reputed for innovative solutions and reliable service in industries requiring sophisticated automated systems and machinery.
- Cooling and freezing system efficiency
- Energy-efficient,minimal weight loss
- Gap between individual levels
- Selectable
- Refrigerant compatibility
- NH3,CO2,ice water,or brines
- Thawing options
- Circulating air,hot gas,water,electrically
- Ventilator type
- Continuously adjustable
- Belt type
- Hybrid belt
- Number of levels
- 12 to 22 levels
- Cleaning system
- Optional,with pipelines and spray nozzles
- Model versions
- PRO and ECO
- Working mechanism
- Spiral technology
- Integrated steps
- Cooling and freezing
- Automation level
- Manual / PLC / SCADA
- Batch vs. continuous operation
- Continuous
- Energy efficiency
- Optimized for minimal energy loss
- CIP/SIP
- Optional cleaning system available
- Changeover time
- Varies by customization
- Abrasion resistance
- High
- Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
- Stainless steel construction
- Cleanability
- Easy to clean
- Biological compatibility
- Food-grade materials
- Suitable for refrigerants
- Freon,ammonia NH3,carbon dioxide CO2,ice water,brines
- Product Size Compatibility
- Various sizes due to selectable gap between spiral levels
- Refrigerant Compatibility
- Freon refrigerants like NH3,CO2,ice water,or brines
- Cooling/Freezing Method
- Spiral technology with efficient evaporator and ventilator
- Thawing Options
- Circulating air,hot gas,water,or electrically
- Plant Type Compatibility
- Customizable for specific food processing needs
- Conveyor System
- Special belts and intake modules for effective product run
- Insulated Design
- Prevents energy losses
- Hybrid Belt System
- Stainless steel frame with plastic product support surface
- Ventilator Adjustability
- Continuously adjustable ventilators
- Customizable Levels
- 12 to 22 levels adjustable
- Compact footprint
- Yes
- Discharge method
- Adjustable air supply
- Spiral levels
- 12 to 22 levels
- Evaporator-ventilator unit design
- Energy-saving
- Belt design
- Hybrid stainless steel and plastic
- Insulation design
- Sealed or with individual panels
- Insulated housing design
- Prevents energy losses
- Variable level system
- Selection of 12 to 22 levels
- Optional cleaning system
- Efficient cleaning through pipelines and spray nozzles
- Special belts and intake modules
- Perfect product run
- Different thawing options
- Circulating air,hot gas,water,or electric
- Hybrid belt
- Stainless steel frame with plastic surface
- Control over air speed
- Continuously adjustable ventilators
- Belt Sizes and Levels
- PRO and ECO versions