BACK Freezing for Success AFE Team • August 25, 2016 Home Blog Freezing for Success Freezing for Success If you’re looking for products that reflect the latest advancements in freezing technologies, you’ve come to the right place. Recent enhancements in cooling technologies take into requirements such as energy savings, simplicity of access and use, high performance and cost effectiveness. This is especially applicable to large-scale tunnel freezers, for example, which are used to freeze products such as french fries. There no longer exists a one-size-fits all approach when it comes to freezing. Now, we are experiencing a shift in focus as we take into account the fact that there needs to exist an alignment between the freezer and the characteristics and state of the finished product. Your products need to adhere to certain hygienic standards and exhibit particular qualities after thawing, preparation, cooking and/or baking. That’s where we come in. According to the USDA, the estimated compound annual growth rate (CAGR) or global refrigerated food exports is expected to reach 7.4% before the year 2018, with vegetables being one of the most frequently sold commodities worldwide. The ongoing advancements that we constantly developing in regards to freezing technologies allow for a faster development of energy efficient equipment. With over 150 years of combined experience, AFE has the necessary skills and expertise to handle your needs with confidence. Enjoyed? Share It! Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Copy URL Recent blog posts More AFE Team • November 15, 2016 Foodsafe LED-lighting Ledlighting Ledlighting b.v., in association with AFE, has developed LED armature for the food processing industry. The armature complies with the strict legislation and has obtained an official certificate: Foodsafe Through […] More AFE Team • January 26, 2022 HTST Pasteurization: The Process, Benefits, Equipment HTST pasteurization, short for “high-temperature, short-term” pasteurization, is the most common method used to extend the shelf life of many food products and beverages. It’s also called flash pasteurization. Heating […] More AFE Team • May 23, 2024 Beef, Pork or Poultry: Hygienic Processing & Quality Preservation Spiral and tunnel cooling and freezing rapidly lower the temperature of meat products to preserve freshness and quality. In these processes, meat travels through a controlled environment, typically at temperatures below freezing, ensuring swift and uniform cooling or freezing. Related blog posts More AFE Team • October 11, 2017 What Happens After Harvesting What Happens After Harvesting We all know that once a vegetable is harvested, it begins to release heat and lose water in a process called respiration. This natural process has […] More AFE Team • June 15, 2023 The Benefits of Spiral Steaming in Food Production Using a spiral steamer can enhance flavors and preserve nutrients, all while reducing the floor space needed by the equipment ground footprint, optimizing space utilization. One should consider the impressive versatility of this equipment when looking at the various pros and cons afforded by this technology. More AFE Team • January 13, 2023 Maintenance: AFE Has Got You Covered One of the most important considerations when acquiring professional-grade heavy-duty food manufacturing equipment is the lifespan and longevity of system components. Nothing lasts forever, and when one considers the average […] Subscribe to our newsletter Subscribe to learn about new product features, the latest in technology, solutions, and updates. Enter your email(Required)