Spiral Freezers

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JBT’s Spiral Freezers, Chillers, and Proofers are some of the most effective freezing and chilling solutions available in the market today. Perfect for freezing and chilling a wide range of food products, JBT spiral freezers are especially well suited to large products and heavy belt loads.

Frigoscandia GYRoCOMPACT 40

Frigoscandia GYRoCOMPACT® 40 Spiral Freezer

The Frigoscandia GYRoCOMPACT 40 self-stacking spiral freezer is the most compact, hygienic and efficient spiral freezer ever made. It is capable of freezing capacities of […]

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Frigoscandia GYRoCOMPACT 60

Frigoscandia GYRoCOMPACT® 60 Spiral Freezer

Our GYRoCOMPACT 60 Spiral Freezer is the latest in our extensive range of spiral freezers. It replaces the GYRoCOMPACT M6 and Classic 600 spiral freezers […]

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Frigoscandia GYRoCOMPACT® 70 Spiral Freezer

JBT continues to invest in state-of-the art freezing technology with quality, food safety, reliability and operating simplicity as our key priorities.For many years the Frigoscandia […]

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Frigoscandia GYRoCOMPACT® M Series Spiral Freezer

Our Frigoscandia GYRoCOMPACT ”M” Series freezing system is the latest in a long line of successful self-stacking belt spiral freezers, chillers, and proofers. It is […]

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Frigoscandia FRIGoBELT® NOVA

Over the years, our Frigoscandia FRIGoBELT self-stacking belts have produced more than half of the entire world’s frozen food and much of the world’s chilled food […]

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alco Spiral Freezer – ASK

Proper cooling is essential, and our spiral freezer was designed precisely for that. Within minimum space, it will ensure optimal and energy-efficient cooling or freeze […]

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Northfield CleanFREEZE™ Spiral Freezer

Northfield CleanFREEZE™ Spiral Freezer

Innovative and sanitary solution for quick, high-volume freezing, chilling, and cooling of a wide range of food products JBT, The Hot Choice in Quick Freeze […]

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Northfield LST® Freezer

Our Northfield LST is one of the largest industrial structure supported spiral freezers on the market today.  The ultra-robust design offers reliability and economy for […]

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Northfield SuperTRAK® Structure Supported Spiral Freezer

Our Northfield SuperTRAK Structure Supported Spiral freezer delivers proven performance and high volume processing in the freezing, chilling, cooling, or proofing of a wide range […]

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Frigoscandia GYRoCOMPACT® 40 Spiral Freezer

The Frigoscandia GYRoCOMPACT 40 self-stacking spiral freezer is the most compact, hygienic and efficient spiral freezer ever made. It is capable of freezing capacities of up to 1,000 kg/hour.

Features & Benefits

  • Unique FRIGoBELT® Nova self-stacking belt that forms closed freezing zone with no risk of moving products by horizontal airflow
  • FRIGoDRIVE® system that removes the need for a center drum with no supports or rails to cause jamming
  • Unrivalled energy efficiency, freezer power consumption from five kW
  • Hygiene-by-design with no stationary part in belt stack to complicate cleaning and open profile design to minimize dirt traps
  • Delivered pre-assembled for shorter installation time on site

Details

  • Improved belt with stronger side-link design, FRIGoBELT Nova conveyor
  • 35% to 40% higher capacity than any similar competitor model
  • Net belt width 375 mm

Options & Models

  • Three different levels of CIP systems matching different production needs
  • LVS refrigeration system for optimal energy efficiency of the refrigeration system
  • Air Defrost system, ADF, for increased uptime between defrost in an efficient way
  • Available in three different maximum product height configurations (50, 65 and 85 mm)
  • Each spiral system will be tuned specifically to your production process and can be designed also as a proofing system, according to your requirements

Frigoscandia GYRoCOMPACT® 60 Spiral Freezer

Our GYRoCOMPACT 60 Spiral Freezer is the latest in our extensive range of spiral freezers. It replaces the GYRoCOMPACT M6 and Classic 600 spiral freezers while retaining all the best Frigoscandia technology, including FRIGoBELT® NOVA self-stacking belt which is available with a 10-year warranty. We designed our GYRoCOMPACT GC 60 to be more compact and with an amazing 65% reduction in drive power compared to the previous generation. It is capable of freezing capacities of up to 3,500 kg/hour, depending on product and freezer specifications.

Features & Benefits

  • Stronger, more reliable design with smaller footprint
  • Automatic lubrication systems lowers oil consumption by 20%
  • High efficiency fans provide lower energy consumption
  • Stainless steel evaporators enhance heat transfer rates
  • New ProLINK® user friendly controls

Details

  • Self-Stacking stainless steel mesh belt for the ultimate in product hygiene
  • Clockwise (CR) or Counter Clockwise (CCR) belt rotation for flexible configuration
  • Modular stainless steel sloped floor and belt Drive
  • Caulked enclosure panels for ease of installation
  • Vertical airflow and counter current heat transfer

Options & Models

  • Three different levels of CIP systems matching different production needs
  • LVS refrigeration system for optimal energy efficiency of the refrigeration system
  • Air Defrost system, ADF, for increased uptime between defrost in an efficient way
  • Available in three different maximum product height configurations (65, 85, 105 mm)
  • Each spiral system will be tuned specifically to your production process and can be designed also as a proofing system, according to your requirements

Frigoscandia GYRoCOMPACT® 70 Spiral Freezer

JBT continues to invest in state-of-the art freezing technology with quality, food safety, reliability and operating simplicity as our key priorities.For many years the Frigoscandia GYRoCOMPACT range of spiral freezers has set the industry standard for spiral freezer technology across the globe. The brand is a best-seller, and GYRoCOMPACT freezers with a 700mm wide belt have, alone, sold over 1,700 units worldwide. The latest freezer to join this world-leading product line is the GYRoCOMPACT 70 Spiral Freezer. We’ve taken this new compact freezer, with its 700mm wide belt, and further optimised many of its key features to work better, smarter and more powerful than ever before.

Note! Now available with Sequential Defrost for prolonged running hours!

Features & Benefits

  • Increased capacity of up to 20% on a smaller space
  • Enhanced hygienic design ensures superior food safety
  • Sustainable design leads to reduced cost of ownership
  • Oil consumption reduced by up to 75%
  • System innovations provide enhanced performance and efficiency

Details

  • Improved FRIGoBELT® Nova optimises efficiency, capacity and layout flexibility
  • Open profile self-stacking spiral design is 100% cleanable
  • Improved airflow reduces air infiltration and reduces energy consumption
  • Enhanced drive system allows increased stack weight up to additional 10%
  • Digital control from OmniBlu™, data insights and airflow control provide enhanced performance and efficiency

Options & Models

  • Three different levels of Clean In Place systems
  • Performance optimization system, OmniBlu™, to gather and analyse data
  • Sequential Defrost for prolonged production hours
  • More tier capability due to higher air flow performance
  • New belt configurations for products up to 50mm allow more tiers in given headroom
  • Options for shortened turn-around time such as improved drying functions
  • Each spiral system will be tuned specifically to your production process and can be designed also as a proofing system, according to your requirements

Frigoscandia GYRoCOMPACT® M Series Spiral Freezer

Our Frigoscandia GYRoCOMPACT ”M” Series freezing system is the latest in a long line of successful self-stacking belt spiral freezers, chillers, and proofers. It is a fully featured, flexible, modular design that utilizes the new patented FRIGoBELT® Nova belt and vertical airflow for unparalleled performance and product zone hygiene. Our best freezer just keeps getting better: from our sales and development teams, our Food Processing Technology Centers, and our 24/7 global support organization we are dedicated to providing the lowest cost of ownership and to ongoing continuous product improvement.

Features & Benefits

  • Self-Stacking stainless steel mesh belt for the ultimate in product hygiene
  • Clockwise (CR) or Counter Clockwise (CCR) belt rotation for flexible configuration
  • Modular stainless steel sloped floor and belt Drive
  • Caulked enclosure panels for ease of installation
  • Vertical airflow and counter current heat transfer

Details

  • Designed for freezing, chilling, and proofing dairy, grain based and protein products , both packaged and IQF
  • Reliability and Safety – tested and proven over thousands of hours of operation worldwide
  • Performance – Fan placement on evaporator dry side, optimized air velocity, Frigoscandia FRIGoBELT®, FRIGoDRIVE™ M Drive and ProLINK® enabled controls all contribute to maximize performance
  • Hygiene – industry’s only self-contained freezing zone 100% cleanable, ease of accessibility throughout the enclosure, and easy evaporator access provide unparalleled cleanability
  • Flexibility – match freezing, chilling or proofing needs precisely with fully customizable enclosures, up to six fan/evaporator blocks, 35 evaporator sizes, six tiers heights, multiple No. of tiers, five mesh alternatives and state of the art touchscreen controls
  • Capacity ranges from 4,800 to 15,700 lbs. (2177.2 to 7121.4 kg) per hour, depending on model and product

Options & Models

  • Options:
  • Available with multiple belt options, vertical side link heights(tier height), belt lengths (no. of tiers), mesh belt sizes
  • Straight through, U-shaped, and angled belt layouts are available
  • Enameled or stainless steel finish caulked enclosure panels
  • Fully seamed welded stainless steel enclosures
  • Clean-in-place (CIP)
  • Sequential Defrost
  • ADF Air Defrost
  • High Hygiene evaporator coil and multiple heat exchanger sizes
  • Models:
  • GC M6 – 24.2 in. (61.47 cm) usable belt widths
  • GC M7 – 28.2 in. (71.63 cm) usable belt widths
  • GC M9 – 34.5 in. (87.63 cm) usable belt widths
  • GC M10 – 40 in. (101.6 cm) usable belt widths
  • GC M10TC Tight Curve – 40 in. (101.6 cm) usable belt in small footprint
  • Each spiral system will be tuned specifically to your production process and can be designed also as a proofing system, according to your requirements

Frigoscandia FRIGoBELT® NOVA

Over the years, our Frigoscandia FRIGoBELT self-stacking belts have produced more than half of the entire world’s frozen food and much of the world’s chilled food items. Our success has been based on application and manufacturing expertise, superior technology and world-wide support and logistics. We have over 50 years of experience, 10,000 installations and literally millions of feet of belt in service. Our FRIGoBELT Nova sets a new standard for self-stacking belt technology. We manufacture to our own unique design and employ the latest robotic welding process to assure quality and precision.

Features & Benefits

  • Following are the main benefits of our improved side link technology:
  • Increased lateral strength
  • Multiple rod diameter option create maximum flexibility in belt selection
  • A wider belt foot for reduced wear
  • Improved interlocking for exceptional reliability
  • Increased contact surface raises stability and reduces wear
  • Double air infiltration holes for improved functionality

Details

  • Compatible with current drive systems
  • Self-stacking belt and FRIGoDRIVE® drive systems are designed and manufactured as an integral component of our GYRoCOMPACT ovens and freezers

alco Spiral Freezer – ASK

Proper cooling is essential, and our spiral freezer was designed precisely for that. Within minimum space, it will ensure optimal and energy-efficient cooling or freeze your products any way you like. With our spiral freezer, you’ll cool and freeze your products quickly, efficiently, and hygienically. Thanks to spiral technology, our freezer is also compact and effective.

Freezing food guarantees easy product handling, optimal structure preservation, and maximal durability, freshness, and flavor. With the spiral technology, our spiral freezer allows for a maximal conveyor line within a small space. Thanks to the innovative belt system and the effective evaporator and ventilator unit, it provides an effective cooling process with minimum weight loss. 

Our special freezers will be designed just for you so you can use plant for food processing that’s optimally tailored to your needs.

Features & Benefits

  • Efficient cooling and freezing system for uniform, quick freezing of products to prevent losses through dehumidification
  • Suitable for products of various sizes thanks to a selectable gap between the individual levels of the spiral
  • Special belts and intake modules for the perfect product run
  • Suitable for all freon refrigerants like ammonia NH3, carbon dioxide CO2, ice water, or brines
  • Different thawing options with circulating air, hot gas, water, or electrically useable
  • Horizontal air supply with continuously adjustable ventilators
  • Insulated housing design for preventing energy losses

Details

  • Evaporator-ventilator units transfer refrigerating capacity in an energy-saving and efficient way
  • The variable level system allows for the selection of 12 to 22 levels
  • The hybrid belt is a belt frame made of stainless steel with a product support surface made of plastic
  • Insulation cell consists of numerous individual panels or is completely sealed for increased tightness
  • The optional cleaning system ensures efficient cleaning of the conveyor system through pipelines and spray nozzles

Models

  • The alco Spiral Freezer is available in PRO and ECO versions with different belt sizes and different amount of levels of the belt system
  • Each spiral system will be tuned specifically to your production process and can be designed also as a proofing system, according to your requirements

Northfield CleanFREEZE™ Spiral Freezer

Innovative and sanitary solution for quick, high-volume freezing, chilling, and cooling of a wide range of food products


JBT, The Hot Choice in Quick Freeze Freezers

In the past, rapidly chilling and freezing large quantities of food was a monumental task. And doing so, safely, efficiently, and cost-competitively was near impossible. On top of that, keeping your set-up clean and maintained was an extra-burdensome chore.

Thankfully, the CleanFREEZE freezer (formerly known as the Northfield SuperTrak Structure Supported Freezer) is robust enough to take on present-day demands. It’s flexible enough to handle tomorrow’s needs as well.

JBT’s CleanFREEZE is a shining example of innovation in the high-volume freezing, chilling, and cooling. As a next-generation freezer, it accommodates a broad assortment of both packaged and individual quick freeze (IQF) food products. The CleanFREEZE is regularly used in applications such as:

  • Poultry — Raw, par-fried, and fully-cooked whole-muscle and formed chicken products
  • Beef and pork — Raw and fully-cooked hamburger and sausage patties, links, and ground products
  • Pizza — Both plain crusts and fully-topped pies
  • Bakery — Breads, cakes, pies, donuts, and bagels
  • Ready meals in trays — Everything from single-serve to family-size entrées
  • Handheld snacks — Meat-, cheese-, or fruit-filled treats

Food processors also really appreciate the sanitary design, superior performance, and easy upkeep of their CleanFREEZE. Here are just some of the marquee attributes that set the Northfield CleanFREEZE Spiral Freezer apart from others:

  • Uptime is optimized with a cold-to-cold turnaround time of four hours.
  • Fully welded enclosure, minimal overlapping joints, and an open-profile frame and sloped surfaces minimize bacteria traps.
  • Capless, solid plastic rails reduce bacteria potential in the product zone.
  • Externally-mounted fan motors eliminate contact with products for better hygiene and easier maintenance.
  • Advanced design cuts installation time by up to 30% over previous models.

With JBT in house, you’ll be able to optimize operations, which could help you meet your yield, quality, and throughput goals. Better still — you don’t have to sacrifice food safety, product shelf-life, or cost per unit.

Features & Benefits

The CleanFREEZE from JBT is loaded with all the features you could want or need in a refrigeration or freezing system.With this functionality on tap, you can consistently and predictably process products quickly, accurately, and safely.

  • Hygienic — Sanitary design provides peace of mind and ensures product safety
  • Ownability — Externally-mounted fan motors and stairs instead of ladders for easier, safer maintenance
  • Safety — Smart design features discourage or prevent bacterial growth
  • Fast — Optimized for a swift cold-to-cold turnaround time of just four hours
  • Rollout — Latest model requires 30% less time to deploy 
  • Intelligent — Programmable to accommodate a wide variety of changing products
  • Customizable — Modular and easy-to-integrate systems to meet changing product demands
  • Controlled — Precise temperature and environmental controls produce superior food at the lowest cost
  • Innovative — Built for speed, efficiency, and reliability
  • Cutting-Edge — Advanced hardware and software allow for continually-improved capabilities and flexibility
  • Support — Worldwide service, support, and resources

Contact our team with any questions about these features — or how they can benefit your business.

Smarter Design, Best Outcomes

Our years in the field and engaging with customers like you are evident in the design and building of our products. JBT sensibly and carefully incorporates smart features and functionality into our solutions for peak performance, unbeatable value, and hassle-free ownership.

JBT’s fixation on detail and excellence is a win for your business. Our world-class systems feature:

  • Construction leveraging the latest techniques and best materials
  • Incomparable durability and longevity
  • Configurability for maximum adaptability
  • Compatibility with other food processing equipment
  • Less vulnerability to unplanned service interruptions caused by machinery issues
  • More intuitive operation
  • Shorter installation timeframe
  • Greater resale potential

On the whole, JBT’s commitment to more intelligent design means you’ll enjoy productivity gains, yield increases, cost reductions and stability, and product quality improvements.

Northfield, A Proven Brand for Quick Freezers

If you want reliable equipment, you must opt for premium makes and models. Northfield has a long legacy of meeting and exceeding customer needs — it’s earned its reputation for dependability.

With over 40 years of development, engineering, and on-site expertise, Northfield has established itself as a renowned brand of structure supported spiral freezers. Modern design, material selection, and rugged construction are keys to the high-functioning and ease-of-ownership  inherent to CleanFREEZE Spiral Freezers.

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CIP — Optional Upgrade for Even Better Results

JBT’s Clean-in-Place (CIP) technology is a terrific add-on to your CleanFREEZE. Once installed, it can reduce labor costs and boost plant efficiency.

CIP drastically and immediately cuts the time, effort, and difficulty of sanitizing your freezer. For example, the new 90 GPM pump cabinet lets you run multiple cleaning circuits simultaneously, which washes away at least an hour of overall clean-in-place time.

JBT, More Than Just the Best Spiral Freezer Manufacturer

We’re willing to bet that your operation involves steps other than freezing. Not an issue.

JBT makes it easier than ever to put together a processing line tailored to your specifications. Our comprehensive portfolio of foodtech equipment and services can meet the eclectic needs of many sectors and use cases including:

Whether you’re buying one machine or one hundred machines, JBT has the quality, variety, and versatility you’re looking for. This means you’ll be able to:

  • Source all your equipment from one supplier — how convenient!
  • Customize your equipment selection to fit your requirements
  • Mix and match brands to get a bespoke mix of machinery
  • Replace or upgrade individual components with ease
  • Nimbly respond to market or production changes
  • More harmoniously scale your business

Beyond machinery, JBT also offers several great ways to pack the most value into your production facility. You can level up with upgrade kits, lubricants, and parts, service and maintenance, training, and support.

JBT, The FoodTech Partner You Can Chill With

Look no further. JBT can take care of all your food processing needs — we’re the one and only  solutions provider you need.

It’s All About You

The success of your business is important to JBT, so we work diligently to build a collaborative long-term relationship with you. Doing so enables us to serve you more intentionally and holistically now and over time as your needs evolve. It’s a win-win. 

Hubs of Innovation & Expertise

One stand-out perk of working with JBT — Our Research & Technology Centers aren’t mere test kitchens or food labs. The singular facilities — a JBT exclusive perk — are places where you can try out machines and processing line configurations, refine your recipes and methodologies, and get technical expertise and data. They’re game-changers!

JBT Expertise within Reach

As a foodtech pioneer and leader for over a century, JBT has accrued a huge amount of knowledge and experience. Leverage it for your own benefit! This extra level of support is available because we know running a food business is hard and we want to make it easier. Reach out to JBT’s talented team if we can assist you in any way.

Northfield LST® Freezer

Our Northfield LST is one of the largest industrial structure supported spiral freezers on the market today.  The ultra-robust design offers reliability and economy for large volume processors producing over 36,000 lbs. per hour of frozen product.  We have custom engineered each LST freezer to accept very heavy belt loads up to 40 lbs. per linear ft. (60kg per linear meter) of belt.  Our structure design and material selection result in lower maintenance requirements, longer component life and reduced downtime.  Field studies comparing the Northfield LST to conventional spiral designs show the LST construction is dramatically stronger in high-stress areas.

Features & Benefits

  • Stainless steel or plastic belt options
  • For high volume packaged or IQF food products
  • Available in CR Clockwise or CCR Counter Clockwise rotation
  • Ideal for tall and heavy products where extreme belt drive torque is required

Details

  • Fully seam welded stainless steel floor
  • Standard caulked enclosure panels for ease of installation and start up
  • Available in usable belt widths from 24 to 60 inches with speeds up to 130 Fpm
  • No. of tiers from five to 35+ tiers of belt

Options & Models

  • Available with infinite design combinations of tier pitch (height between belt), belt length (no. of tiers), belt widths, and belting materials
  • Multiple heat exchanger sizes and no. of fans
  • Fully seam welded stainless enclosure
  • Clean-in-Place (CIP) system
  • Sequential defrost and ADF Air Defrost System
  • Optional Layouts include descending stack, twin stack, duplex/twin belt
  • Optional Airflows include horizontal over and under, vertical up flow or down flow, double vertical up flow and down flow
  • High hygiene evaporator
  • Patented LVS® Low Volume refrigerant feed system