APV Gaulin - APV Twin Belt

• Rapid chilling or freezing of bakery products such as bread, pastries, and ready meals.
• Processing of various meat, poultry, and fish products to extend shelf life.
• Freezing of fruits and vegetables, maintaining product quality and texture.
• Cooling and setting of confectionery items like chocolates and sweets.
• Handling of individually quick frozen (IQF) products in high-volume production lines.

Typical throughput

For a twin-belt spiral freezer of this class, throughput can typically range from 500 kg/hr to 2,000 kg/hr, depending on product type and desired temperature.

Belt width

Units of this type commonly feature belt widths between 600mm and 1,200mm per lane.

Product height

Maximum product height for this class of equipment is typically up to 100mm, allowing for a variety of product sizes.

Refrigerant type

Older units commonly utilise refrigerants such as R22, though modern installations often use more environmentally compliant alternatives.

Footprint

Spiral freezers, including twin-belt models, typically require a significant floor area and height, often ranging from 10m x 8m to 20m x 15m for the main unit.

Power supply

Units of this capacity commonly require a 3-phase industrial power supply, typically 400V, 50Hz, with significant power draw for motors and refrigeration.

Construction material

Food-grade stainless steel is typically used for product contact areas and the main structure to ensure hygiene and durability.

• What are the advantages of a twin-belt spiral freezer?

  A twin-belt configuration allows for processing two different products simultaneously or varying dwell times for a single product, enhancing flexibility and throughput. It can also offer redundancy in case one lane requires maintenance.

• What maintenance is typically required for a used spiral freezer?

• Can this unit be adapted for different product types?

• What are the considerations for installing a spiral freezer?

• Is R22 refrigerant still permissible in the UK?

Spiral freezers are valued in food processing for their compact footprint and efficient product handling. Buyers typically appreciate their gentle freezing action, which preserves product quality and texture. When purchasing used equipment, inspection of the spiral belt condition and refrigeration system performance is essential. The stainless steel construction generally resists corrosion well in demanding environments. Common considerations include maintenance costs and spare parts availability, though reliability across production runs remains a noted strength.

General overview for this equipment type