FOODesign Machinery & Systems: FOODesign cryo-jet 5 ambient and chilled air cooling system

FOODesign has launched the cryo-jet 5 ambient and chilled air cooling system. Utilising ambient air impingement technology, the system cools food products up to 10 times faster than systems based on forced convection or natural convection cooling, significantly reducing pre-packaging and pre-freezing cooling times and maintaining product quality.Suitable for applications including baked goods, snacks, bars, confectionery and fried foods, the cooling system uses hundreds of high-velocity jets of ambient air to rapidly strip heat from the product while maintaining critical properties such as appearance, taste and shape. The technology also reduces freezer downtime and wear and tear by increasing time between defrost cycles when used before a spiral or deck freezing system.The system is available as a stand-alone unit for mounting on existing conveyors or as a complete cooling system together with a wire mesh or plastic belt conveyor. The cryo-jet system is available in a variety of sizes and is constructed in heavy-duty stainless steel for ease of cleaning, servicing and maintenance. The cooling system can be provided with an air filter mounted in a stainless steel housing fitted to the inlet of the fan. Additional features include fan inlet protection and removable jet plates for sanitation.