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Frozen In Time F100 Automated Freeze Dryer & Frigel Chiller Package by Frozen in Time & Frigel is a used freeze dryers (lyophilizers) listing available for GBP 85000. Browse specifications, request seller details, and find similar equipment on Machinery Masters.
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Frozen in Time & Frigel - Frozen In Time F100 Automated Freeze Dryer & Frigel Chiller Package
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Price: £ 85,000
This listing is for the Frozen in Time F100 Automated Freeze Dryer & Frigel Chiller Package.
The unit is in full working condition and is ready for immediate release
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a high-capacity, premium industrial freeze-drying setup purchased brand new in June 2024. This turnkey package pairs a high-performance Frozen in Time F100 Automated Freeze Dryer with a top-tier Frigel Air-Cooled Industrial Chiller Unit.
Meticulously maintained and in excellent working condition, this system was built for reliable, continuous production. The current owner is transitioning away from the freeze-dried sweets market to refocus other business sectors, making this high-demand asset available immediately without the standard manufacturer build lead times.
What’s Included in the Sale?
- [x] 1 x Frozen in Time F100 Industrial Automated Freeze Dryer
- [x] 1 x Frigel Industrial Air-Cooled Chiller Unit
- [x] 3 x Complete Sets of Production Trays (To fully utilize the 22-slot configuration)
- [x] Original Technical Documentation: Complete manufacturer specification sheets, engineering drawings, and manuals.
Technical Specifications
1. Frozen in Time F100 Automated Freeze Dryer
Designed specifically for food and industrial processes, the F100 handles the entire cycle from initial conduction freezing to final drying within a single pre-programmed sequence.
- Manufacturer: Frozen in Time
- Drying Capacity: Rated to freeze-dry 100kg+ of product per 16–24 hour cycle (dependent on product type).
- Ice Condenser Capacity: 150kg
- Ice Condenser Performance: 130kg / 24 hours
- Ice Condenser Temperature: -60°C
- Defrost System: Hot Gas
- Shelves & Slots: 13 shelves featuring 22 tray slots.
- Total Shelf Area: 10.4 m²
- Shelf Spacing: 30mm
- Chamber Temperature Range: -50°C to +90°C
- Vacuum Pump: Premium Pfeiffer Duo 65 system
- Refrigeration: Powerful 155m³/h Compressor utilizing R404A refrigerant
- Unit Dimensions (H x W x L): 2.1m x 1.8m x 3.6m
2. Frigel Industrial Air-Cooled Water Chiller (MRS Series)
An industrial-grade process cooling unit characterized by an ultra-efficient, small footprint designed to sit perfectly alongside processing machinery.
- Manufacturer: Frigel
- Compressor: High-reliability hermetic rotary Scroll compressor
- Refrigerant: Ozone-friendly R410A
- Condenser Technology: High-efficiency full-aluminium microchannel condenser. Delivers 20% to 40% higher heat exchange performance and a 60% weight reduction compared to conventional finned-tube models.
- Working Parameters: Supports water working temperatures from 0°C to 25°C and is rated for high ambient temperatures up to 45°C.
- Maintenance: Robust design that is exceptionally easy to clean using a standard pressure washer.
Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom5,791 km away
Model Number
F100 & MRS Series
Stock Number
ZEB.SR4C
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Applications & Use Cases
- Preservation of food products, such as fruits, vegetables, coffee, and ready meals, extending shelf life and retaining nutritional value.
- Production of freeze-dried ingredients for the confectionery and snack industries, including popular items like freeze-dried sweets.
- Drying of pharmaceutical products, including vaccines, antibiotics, and probiotics, to maintain potency and stability.
- Preservation of biological samples, such as tissues, cells, and enzymes, for research and diagnostic purposes.
- Specialised chemical processing where solvent removal at low temperatures is critical to product integrity.
Typical Specifications
- Typical Drying Capacity
- For this class of industrial freeze dryer, capacities commonly range from 50kg to over 100kg of product per cycle, depending on product density and moisture content.
- Cycle Time
- Automated freeze-drying cycles typically range from 16 to 48 hours, influenced by product type, load size, and desired final moisture content.
- Temperature Range (Condenser)
- Condenser temperatures commonly reach -50°C to -80°C to effectively trap sublimated ice.
- Vacuum Level
- Operating vacuum levels are typically in the range of 0.05 to 0.5 mBar for efficient sublimation.
- Shelving Configuration
- Units of this type commonly feature multiple heated shelves, often 15 to 25 slots, for high-volume batch processing.
- Power Supply
- Industrial freeze dryers and associated chillers typically require a robust three-phase electrical supply, commonly 400V, 50Hz, with significant current draw.
- Chiller Type
- For continuous industrial operation, a dedicated air-cooled or water-cooled industrial chiller is typically integrated to manage condenser and shelf cooling.
- Automation Level
- Automated systems commonly feature PLC control with programmable recipes for consistent and repeatable drying cycles.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Automated freeze dryers offer precise control over the drying process, ensuring consistent product quality, reduced labour, and optimised cycle times compared to manual systems.
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