Frigoscandia GC42 Spiral Freezer – 600hrs

• Rapid freezing of bakery products such as bread, pastries, and cakes.
• Processing of prepared meals, including ready meals, pizzas, and convenience foods.
• Freezing of various meat, poultry, and fish products.
• Suitable for a range of fruit and vegetable freezing applications.
• Used in high-volume production lines requiring continuous freezing.

Typical capacity

For this class of equipment, capacities commonly range from 500 kg/hr to 3,000 kg/hr, depending on product type and freezing requirements.

Power supply

Units of this type typically require a 400V, 3-phase, 50Hz electrical supply, with varying amperage requirements based on compressor size and ancillary equipment.

Refrigeration medium

Commonly uses ammonia (NH3) or CO2 as the primary refrigerant, though some units may be designed for other refrigerants.

Product gap

The product gap, as indicated for this unit (45mm), is suitable for a range of medium-sized products.

Belt width

An effective belt width of 375mm, as seen on this unit, is typical for medium-scale spiral freezers, allowing for moderate throughput.

Footprint

Spiral freezers, while efficient in space utilisation, typically require a significant floor area and height clearance, which varies by the number of tiers and belt length.

Cleaning system

The inclusion of a CIP (Clean-In-Place) system is common for modern spiral freezers, facilitating automated and thorough cleaning.

Construction material

Units are typically constructed from stainless steel for hygiene and durability in food processing environments.

• What is a spiral freezer best suited for?

  Spiral freezers are ideal for continuous, high-volume freezing of products that require individual quick freezing (IQF) or gentle handling, such as bakery items, prepared meals, and certain meat products.

• How does a spiral freezer work?

• What maintenance is typically required for a spiral freezer?

• Can a spiral freezer handle different product types?

• What are the benefits of a CIP system in a spiral freezer?

• What is the significance of 'hours from new' for a used freezer?

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