Food & Drink Process & Packaging Issue 22 2019 | Page 46

MAX-Line Tunnel Lomax Compact Spiral Moving into Continuous Spiral and IQF Freezing? The move from batch freezing to Providing the same product information Lomax believe in working with customers continuous freezing can appear daunting, in the same format to each supplier to deliver bespoke solutions and so work not just because there are multiple might seem obvious but subtle changes with the latest and leading edge 3D suppliers telling you they offer the in the detail provided and lack of design software tools and manufacturing best system, but those systems can be information can lead to assumptions by techniques to deliver industrial freezing supplied from numerous continents, suppliers that can and will likely impact and chilling systems from 200 kg/hr to in different shapes and sizes and of the system type, size and price. Factory 20,000 kg/hr. course at prices that range from the access and space available can impact seemingly competitive to the exorbitant. the type of system selected, product When moving from batch to continuous The old adage of “comparing apples with loading options, conveyor belt types freezing, and depending on the volume apples” is often lost in the purchase of a (plastic or metal) and widths (to suit expected, Lomax would point a customer continuous freezing system and can lead other feeding lines), hygiene expectations in the direction of a compact or modular to unnecessary complexity and expense. and the type of refrigeration system design such as the Lomax Compact A few simple rules that might seem to connect to the freezer all need to be Spiral, MAX-Line Tunnel or Modular obvious but often forgotten can help to discussed at the earliest stage. MAX-Stream IQF that all can be moved select not just the right freezing system relatively easily with minimal fuss. for the near term but can also payback Lomax is an independent UK designer Compact units are not only quick to should you have the ‘high class problem’ and manufacturer of continuous In-Line install and flexible in their use across a of needing to expand into new premises, Spiral and Tunnel Freezing and Chilling range of products, but have a greater expand the system capacity or switch Systems that are based on recirculating residual value as they can be moved the freezer out for a different style in the mechanical refrigeration principles much easier. If a larger capacity is future. (rather than cryogenic gas systems). required then a range of site-built units The business was formed in 1997, has can also be offered. Lomax works on the principle that “you a wealth of experienced Engineers from can never have too much information” numerous industry sectors, and is proud For more information and advice on so that our Technical Team can make the to boast a customer list that includes the selecting your first or your next freezing most appropriate selection and offer the largest global food manufacturers as well system, please contact us. best value for money system as early as as the smallest bakeries and seafood Email Lomax on [email protected] or possible in the tender process. processors in all corners of the UK and call +44 (0)1953 888967 the globe. www.lomaxtech.com 46 FDPP - www.fdpp.co.uk