BoxFreezer

Transverse Air Stream

The freezing blowers are arranged on the side of the BoxFreezer, so that the airstream blows directly into the product stack. The freezing air reaches the product faster and shortens the freezing time. The total air path is shorter than in other systems, because the air only has to cross the width of the plant. That means that if the plant is 30 metres long and 6 metres wide, then the system only has to chill the 6 metres. The result is a better temperature curve and more uniform freezing of the products.

Advantages of an AAT BoxFreezer:

• Simultaneous freezing of different product types with different freezing times
• Improved, guaranteed freezing quality
• Labour saving operation
• Savings on energy costs due to optimised freezing times
• Savings on energy costs due to the multi-zone design concept – where zones are not needed, they can be simply switched off
• Compact design enables high loading volumes
• Long operating times between defrosting operations
• Automatic loading and unloading devices with clear display of movement configuration and freezing times
• Flexible, configurable loading and unloading strategy enables fast adjustments to changing production conditions
• Scheduled unloading procedures can be programmed by computer
• Database option allows storage and archiving of production records and data by the plant control system or by computer (Ethernet)
• High availability and fast fault analysis via remote maintenance module or the Internet

AAT-FREEZING – Optimal Refrigeration Quality for Your Products

The BoxFreezer is designed to ensure gentle handling of the packaging at the same time as maximum freezing performance.

AAT-FREEZING – Designed in Detail

Up to three freezing zones are available for products that need different refrigeration processes. This is just one of the innovations in our BoxFreezers.

1. Presorting:
   Here the incoming products are presorted.
    
2. Air locks:
   Thanks to the flexible design, the loading and unloading airlocks can be positioned at any point in the refrigeration cycle. It is also possible to install two loading airlocks and two unloading airlocks. To avoid ice formation in our systems, we use Munters air dehumidifiers.
    
3. Insulation:
   The BoxFreezer is completely enclosed in insulation to ensure efficient freezing without unnecessary waste of energy.
    
4. Air coolers:
   The air coolers are mounted laterally relative to the direction of flow. This allows for even cooling along the entire system. In addition, this optimises the air flow to the product.
    
5. Innovative product carriers (Airflow Shelves):
   The Airflow Shelves are designed to allow the air to flow through the sides, above, and below the product. This will cool the product faster and more efficiently.
    
6. Palletizing station:
   Here, the products are sorted for shipping or storage in an refrigerated warehouse.
    
7. Freezer zones:
   The system can be designed with multiple freezing zones and can therefore adapt flexibly to your needs.
    
8. Lifting station:
   The lifting system moves the products to the programmed level and ensures optimal filling of the BoxFreezer.

AAT-FREEZING – BoxFreezer Systems for All Your Needs

Don’t settle for poorly designed systems. We are sure to have the right solution for you.

• BoxFreezer
  In many variants ‘out of the box’. We are also the place to come for special designs. Our experts will analyse your requirements exactly, so that you get a BoxFreezer that is perfectly configured for the way you need to use it. We put efficiency and cost savings top of the list. For you that means optimum utilization, product safety and quality.
   
• Pre-Sorting and Output Station
  We supply the complete pre-sorting system including the conveyor technology and control mechanisms to make sure your product workflow is as good as it can be. The same applies to the output station. We can also supply the subsequent steps such as manual or robotic packaging or transport to a high-bay warehouse. We can supply any special variants of these processes you wish for.