APV - Horizontal Plate Freezers 15 station

• Rapid freezing of packaged food products such as fish fillets, meat blocks, and poultry.
• Used in large-scale food processing facilities for efficient product preservation.
• Suitable for freezing liquid or semi-liquid products in trays or cartons.
• Commonly found in seafood processing, meat packing, and prepared meal production.

Typical capacity

For this class of equipment, units commonly feature 10 to 20 freezing stations, processing several tonnes per day depending on product and cycle time.

Power supply

Typically requires a 3-phase industrial electrical supply, commonly 400V/50Hz, with associated control circuitry.

Refrigerant type

Units of this type are frequently designed for ammonia (R717) or sometimes HFC refrigerants. Buyers should verify the current refrigerant charge and system compatibility.

Plate dimensions

Freezing plates commonly range from 1000mm x 1200mm to 1200mm x 2000mm, accommodating various product sizes.

Freezing time

Typically achieves freezing cycles of 90 minutes to 4 hours, depending on product thickness, initial temperature, and desired core temperature.

Construction material

Freezing plates are typically aluminium, with the frame and cabinet often constructed from stainless steel or painted mild steel for durability in food environments.

• What is a horizontal plate freezer?

  A horizontal plate freezer uses refrigerated plates that come into direct contact with the top and bottom surfaces of packaged products to achieve rapid and efficient freezing. Products are typically loaded manually or semi-automatically between the plates.

• What are the advantages of plate freezing?

• Can these units be used with refrigerants other than ammonia?

• What maintenance is typically required for a plate freezer?

• Are spare parts readily available for unknown manufacturer units?

Plate freezers are valued for their efficiency in rapid product freezing across food processing applications. Buyers typically appreciate their compact footprint and consistent performance. When purchasing used equipment, inspecting plate condition for corrosion or damage is essential, as worn plates reduce freezing efficiency. Key strengths include reliable operation, relatively straightforward maintenance requirements, and suitability for batch processing. Industry sentiment favours models from established manufacturers with documented service histories. Buyers should verify refrigeration system integrity and confirm spare parts availability before committing to purchase.

General overview for this equipment type