BACK Why You Need Clean In Place (CIP) Systems For Spiral Freezers and IQF Tunnels AFE Team • January 22, 2021 Home Blog Why You Need Clean In Place (CIP) Systems For Spiral Freezers and IQF Tunnels Food processing facilities and food processors must be vigilant about hygiene. Their business depends on it. For decades, Advanced Food Equipment (AFE) has helped food processing operations maintain sanitation with the most hygienic and efficient Individual Quick Freezing (IQF) freezers and cooling equipment for all kinds of food products. AFE’s comprehensive Clean In Place systems for spiral freezers and IQF tunnels provide easy-to-operate, automated washing capabilities that save money and help eliminate downtime. What makes AFE’s CIP System different? AFE’s CIP systems cleans the inside of the freezer and all the components utilizing a Rotating Nozzle Assembly that is adjustable. The nozzles are installed throughout the IQF’s insulated enclosure to ensure maximum spray coverage. These nozzles rotate to fully distribute detergent and sanitizing products. The CIP then follows this comprehensive cleansing with a thorough rinsing. AFE’s CIP control panels are easily accessed. Water is fed through a water pressure system. This repeatable, automatic method of hygienic cleansing requires little labor to operate. After the CIP system washes your equipment, utilize our Pasteurization System where the entire space is heated to 78 degrees Celsius (173 Fahrenheit) to pasteurize. Is CIP Cost-effective in Food Processing? AFE’s CIP systems are engineered with the mindset of cleaning a very large area in a short period of time. This in turn can increase your production time and could reduce your overall operating costs. AFE’s systems can also help you reduce water usage and downtime. These enclosed cleaning systems also can extend the life of your equipment and bolster equipment reliability. CIP systems play a crucial role in managing maintenance within your food processing facility. Can a CIP System Be Installed in an Existing Spiral Freezer or IQF? Yes, AFE can! An engineered retrofit package would be utilized. Give us a call to learn more. Can a Clean In Place System Be Customized to Product or Production? AFE’s in-house engineers can design a CIP program to optimize your cycle times and get you back into production quickly while reducing detergent and water use. Have confidence in the cleanliness of your food processing equipment. Contact us for a free estimate and to learn more about the equipment we have to offer. Enjoyed? Share It! Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Copy URL Recent blog posts More AFE Team • April 7, 2017 AFE Approach Our individual quick freezers (IQF freezers) and cooling machines are crafted with the foodservice industry’s unique needs in mind. Each unit is fabricated in the Netherlands, where meticulous craftsmanship ensures performance that lasts. We follow stringent C.S.A., U.S.D.A., and O.S.H.A. standards to produce equipment with an uncompromising commitment to hygiene, functionality, and longevity. This means a fully welded enclosure, sloped flooring for easy cleaning, LED lighting, and design specifications that prioritize food safety. 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 • 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. Related blog posts More AFE Team • October 29, 2024 Food Safety Strategy: The Bright Future of Frozen Food Production The frozen food industry has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent years, driven by changing consumer preferences and advances in technology. With a growing focus on health, sustainability, and innovation, […] More AFE Team • November 30, 2021 Ready for International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) 2022 Advanced Food Equipment is excited to join the more than 1,000 exhibitors from all over the globe who will exhibit at IPPE 2022 Jan. 25-27 in the Georgia World Congress […] More AFE Team • September 18, 2017 The Advantages of Frozen Food Now more than ever, consumers are willing to pay a premium price for organic, healthy food products. Not wanting pesticides or synthetic fertilizers in their food, organic food lovers are […] Subscribe to our newsletter Subscribe to learn about new product features, the latest in technology, solutions, and updates. Enter your email(Required)