To switch from the IQF mode for small, free-rolling items, such as shrimp, pizza toppings, fruit and prepared foods, to the standard tunnel mode for traditional products, such as patties and pizzas, takes just a few moments, making this a flexible and versatile freezer.
In addition, the CRYOLINE® CW provides free-flowing product characteristics with a very high belt loading, saving space and giving lower running costs compared to conventional systems. The CRYOWAVE controllable vibration technology allows more rapid freeze of the product, sealing in moisture as it is conveyed through the freezing zone which retains weight and produces higher yield and improves quality.
Video: View the Cryoline CW in action
Watch the video below to see how BOC’s CRYOLINE CW IQF freezer offers a superior, efficient and flexible solution to IQF and inline food freezing.
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Process overview
The CRYOLINE® CW freezer utilises two zones within a single freezer compartment. In the front zone of the freezer, it employs a mechanism that imparts a vibratory motion to the conveyor belt, creating a wave-like motion along the length of the conveyor. As the product passes through the front section of the freezer, the agitation dislodges the product from the surface of the belt and from surrounding products, while it is sprayed with cryogen.
The combination of agitation and simultaneous injection of cryogen ensures rapid cooling of the product, forming an outer crust that locks in the moisture. Thus, the product yield and quality critical for value-added, IQF seafood and poultry products is maintained. The second zone acts as a standard tunnel freezer and completes the freezing process after the initial crust freeze.
The CRYOLINE® CW freezer can be operated as a standard tunnel freezer by disengaging the vibration motion in the front zone of the freezer.
Typical products
Shrimp or other IQF seafood
Small or diced product such as pizza topping
Other IQF foods, i.e. peas, fruit etc.
Pizzas
Patties
Features and benefits
Initial crust freezing maintains product yield for quality critical IQF foods.
Food grade stainless steel construction.
All internal components are stainless steel or polyethylene construction.
Cryoline freezers are designed for hygiene and ease of cleaning, to minimise downtime.
Easy to operate with touch panel screen storing recipe parameters for future use.
The Cryoline® CW can be operated as a standard tunnel freezer by disengaging the vibration motor in the front zone of the freezer.
Can be operated with either liquid nitrogen or carbon dioxide.
Standard features
The fully assembled and pre-tested freezer is delivered with the following features:
Multi-3 language touch-screen control panel
Retention time control
Variable speed exhaust fans to maximise efficient use of the refrigerant
Variable speed circulation fans with automatic defrost
Fully welded stainless steel construction
Stainless steel mesh belt
Height adjustable feet
Find out more
Please contact us to arrange a visit to our Food Technology Centre where we have a range of freezers available to test and simulate production processes ensuring we can help you identify the best freezer for your needs.
For more information about CRYOLINE ® CW, email us
