How does a spiral chiller work?

Sep 25, 2024

A spiral chiller operates by moving products along a spiral conveyor through a temperature-controlled environment. Cold air circulates over the products as they move, reducing their temperature without freezing them. The system optimizes vertical space, uses...

Which is better, a spiral chiller or a spiral freezer?

Sep 25, 2024

It depends on your needs. A spiral freezer is best for products that require rapid freezing, ensuring long shelf life and preservation of texture and nutritional value. It’s space-efficient and ideal for high-volume production. A spiral chiller, however, is more...

What is the difference between a Spiral chiller and a Spiral cooler?

Sep 25, 2024

A spiral chiller uses refrigeration to chill products to temperatures just above freezing, often between 10°C to -2°C, and is designed to preserve food quality without freezing. A spiral cooler, on the other hand, operates at higher temperatures, usually without...

What financing options does Korutek offer besides leasing?

Aug 28, 2024

At Korutek, we understand that every business has unique financial needs. We offer a range of flexible financing solutions to suit various requirements: Traditional leasing Lease-to-buy agreements Hire purchase options Outright purchase Our team is committed to...

What financing options does Korutek offer besides leasing?

Aug 28, 2024

At Korutek, we understand that every business has unique financial needs. We offer a range of flexible financing solutions to suit various requirements: Traditional leasing Lease-to-buy agreements Hire purchase options Outright purchase Our team is committed to...

Are there tax benefits associated with leasing Korutek systems?

Aug 28, 2024

Indeed, leasing our systems can offer potential tax advantages. As a monthly operational expense, lease payments are typically recognized as costs and can be deducted against revenue. This may lower your taxable profit, potentially reducing your corporation tax...

What are the delivery costs and lead times for spare parts?

Aug 28, 2024

At Korutek, we prioritize swift and efficient support for our customers globally. Delivery costs and lead times for spare parts can vary depending on the specific component required and your geographical location. We maintain a comprehensive inventory of original...

What is the difference between cooling, chilling and freezing?

Aug 28, 2024

In food processing, cooling, chilling, and freezing are distinct temperature reduction processes, each serving specific purposes: 1. Cooling:  Typically reduces product temperature to around ambient levels or slightly below  Often used for products that don’t...

How does a tunnel freezer work?

Aug 28, 2024

A tunnel freezer operates by moving products on a conveyor belt through a long, insulated tunnel where cold air is circulated to freeze the product. Key aspects include: Linear design: Products move in a straight line or slight curve through the freezing zone Forced...

What are the disadvantages of tunnel freezers?

Aug 28, 2024

While tunnel freezers have their place in food processing, they do have some limitations: Space requirements: Typically require more horizontal space than spiral freezers Limited capacity: May have lower throughput compared to spiral systems in the same footprint...

What is a compact inline tunnel freezer?

Aug 28, 2024

The Compact Inline Tunnel Freezer is a flexible and efficient freezing system designed by Korutek Engineering. It operates using one to three inverter-controlled conveyor belts within a single enclosure, allowing products to pass through up to three times the...

Cold Room Blast Freezer or Compact Spiral Series?

Aug 5, 2024

Cold Room Blast Freezers and our Compact Spiral Series both do broadly the same job, right? So, what’s the difference, and what should you be looking for to keep your production in the best shape? View our complete guide here

Should we still be using liquid nitrogen?

Aug 5, 2024

Whether it’s energy, fuel, interest rates, the price of the pound or anything else, it’s affecting businesses just like ours and yours. Many factories use Cryogenic Spiral Freezers or IQF Tunnels which require Liquid Nitrogen to operate. Due to this being a consumable...

Where can I find out more about Spiral Freezers?

Aug 5, 2024

Spiral freezers are complex pieces of machinery that are essential to keep your food manufacturing business running smoothly. Over the years, technological advances have changed the shape of the food industry and changing tastes have come along with it. All of that...

How do I know what solution is best for me?

Aug 5, 2024

Knowing what’s best isn’t always easy. When you’re presented with multiple options, your go-to might be to look for the cheapest solution – or maybe you look for the highest quality. Check out our guide to help you make the right...

What machines does Korutek offer?

Aug 1, 2024

Korutek offers several types of industrial freezers and coolers: Compact Spiral Series (CPS 300, 450, and 600). IQF (Individual Quick Freezing) Tunnel Freezer and Chiller range. Compact Inline Tunnel Series. Custom and site-built options for various freezing and...

What are the benefits of leasing?

Aug 1, 2024

Meet peak demand without a big upfront expense. Our freezers can be installed for the summer season and off-hired when no longer needed. This flexibility enables you to meet seasonal demands without requiring excessive capital. Offset the costs of operating the...

How does leasing work?

Aug 1, 2024

We offer flexible machinery leasing options to suit your business needs. Leasing allows you to access our advanced systems without large upfront costs, spread payments over time, and easily upgrade as needed. Choose your equipment. (We can help you with this). Contact...

What if i don’t know which part is needed?

Aug 1, 2024

We offer a full machine inspection which will find the cause, recommend solutions and identify any other potential critical issues early on so any unplanned downtime and breakdowns are avoided.

Why is Spiral Freezer inspection important?

Aug 1, 2024

Proper cleaning of a spiral freezer is crucial for maintaining food safety and system efficiency. The process typically involves: Defrosting: Allowing the system to fully defrost before cleaning Disassembly: Removing accessible components for thorough cleaning...

What are the disadvantages of IQF freezing?

Aug 1, 2024

IQF freezing can be more energy-intensive and may require a higher initial investment compared to traditional freezing methods. However, the benefits of product quality and operational efficiency make it a valuable asset for factory and maintenance managers committed...

What is the difference between IQF and frozen?

Aug 1, 2024

FeatureIQF (Individual Quick Freezing)Conventional Freezing Freezing SpeedMuch faster, resulting in smaller ice crystalsSlower, leading to larger ice crystals Product SeparationFreezes items individuallyOften results in the clumping of products Quality RetentionBetter...

What is the principle of the IQF freezer?

Aug 1, 2024

The principle of an IQF freezer is based on the rapid freezing of individual food items. Key aspects include: Product separation: Items are kept separate during freezing High-velocity cold air: Rapid heat removal from each piece Fluidization: Products are often kept...

What does IQF freezer stand for?

Aug 1, 2024

IQF stands for Individual Quick Freezing. An IQF freezer is a specialized system designed to freeze individual pieces of food separately, preventing them from clumping together. This technology is crucial for maintaining the quality and ease of use of frozen products...

How does a spiral cooler work?

Aug 1, 2024

A spiral cooler functions by moving products along a continuous spiral conveyor through a temperature-controlled environment. The system circulates cool air over the products as they travel along the helical path. Key features include: Vertical space utilization for...

What is a spiral cooler?

Aug 1, 2024

A spiral cooler is an industrial cooling system that uses a similar design principle to spiral freezers but operates at higher temperatures. It’s designed to efficiently reduce product temperature without freezing, making it ideal for processes like proofing,...

What are the disadvantages of spiral freezers?

Aug 1, 2024

While spiral freezers offer significant advantages, there are some considerations to keep in mind: Initial cost: Higher upfront investment compared to some traditional freezing methods Complexity: More intricate design may require specialized maintenance Height...

What are the benefits of a spiral freezer?

Aug 1, 2024

Spiral freezers offer numerous advantages for large-scale food production operations: ● Space efficiency: Maximizes production capacity in a smaller footprint ● Continuous operation: Enables non-stop production for high-volume processing ● Product quality: Ensures...
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