Blog Articles Home Blog Featured blog posts More AFE Team • February 26, 2025 Shake It Off: AFE Shaker Units and How They Work Shaker units (vibratory conveyors) play an integral role in the industrial food production world. From ensuring product quality to optimizing operational efficiency, these specialized systems are key to handling food […] More AFE Team • January 16, 2025 Built To Order: Customizing The Perfect IQF Freezer To Meet Your Needs Frozen food manufacturers and processors constantly face a challenge that most industries would envy— the challenge being demand for their products. That demand for frozen food continues to rise as […] More AFE Team • November 21, 2024 Chill Rate Management: How the Quality of Your Control Systems Can Affect Your Bottom Line In the food service industry, precision is everything. From ingredient measurements to cook times, every detail can make or break the quality of the final product. But precision doesn’t stop […] 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, […] All Blog Posts More AFE Team • July 17, 2024 IQF (Individual Quick Freezing): The Effectiveness of Fast Freezing in Food Production In today’s fast-paced world, the demand for high-quality, fresh, and convenient food products is at an all-time high. One technology that has significantly impacted the food industry is Individual Quick […] 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. More AFE Team • March 31, 2024 The Importance of Temperature Control When Processing Vegetables Have you ever wondered why temperature control matters when it comes to preserving the freshness of vegetables for the market? If you are involved in commercial food production, that’s a very important consideration. Maintaining precise temperatures during vegetable processing is crucial for preserving product quality and extending shelf life. Temperature fluctuations during the process can accelerate decay, leading to loss of quality and nutrients. More AFE Team • February 19, 2024 Cleaning in Place (CIP): How AFE is Perfecting the Process CIP (Clean in Place) systems are automated systems used to clean processing equipment without disassembly, minimizing downtime and water usage. They’re vital in mass food production, as they ensure thorough sanitation, compliance with regulations, and minimize the risk of contamination. More AFE Team • January 8, 2024 Playing it Cool: Freezer Maintenance Strategies and Why They Matter Anyone who works in a field that utilizes an industrial freezing system understands the critical importance of maintaining optimal performance and ensuring food safety while keeping production running smoothly for […] More AFE Team • November 30, 2023 The Benefits of Tunnel Cooling and Freezing in Industrial Food Preparation The process of tunnel cooling and freezing offers substantial advantages over other refrigeration options, most notably significantly faster cooling and freezing of food products, which help maintain product quality and safety. This method enables food production lines to reduce the temperature of food from 160°F to 0°F in a matter of minutes, preventing the growth of harmful bacteria. Page 2 of 8Previous12345...Next» Subscribe to our newsletter Subscribe to learn about new product features, the latest in technology, solutions, and updates. Enter your email(Required)