- Typical capacity
- For this class of equipment, freezing capacities typically range from 500 kg to 2,000 kg per batch, depending on product thickness and plate dimensions.
- Number of stations
- Units of this type commonly feature between 5 and 15 freezing stations, indicating the number of plates available for product placement.
- Plate dimensions
- Horizontal plate freezers typically have plate sizes ranging from 1000mm x 1000mm to 1200mm x 2400mm, influencing the usable freezing area.
- Refrigerant type
- Modern units often utilise HFC or natural refrigerants, while older models, like this one, may use Freon, which may require consideration for environmental regulations.
- Power supply
- Industrial plate freezers commonly require a 3-phase electrical supply, typically 400V, 50Hz, with motor ratings for the compressor pack often between 15 kW and 50 kW.
- Condenser type
- Units can be air-cooled or water-cooled; water-cooled condensers, as described, typically offer more efficient heat rejection but require a water supply and cooling tower or chiller.
- Footprint
- A self-contained horizontal plate freezer with an integrated compressor pack typically has a footprint of approximately 2.5m to 4m in length, 1.5m to 2m in width, and 2m to 2.5m in height.