IQF Freezers: High-Capacity, Energy-Efficient Food Freezing Solutions

The price of an IQF (Individual Quick Freezing) freezer varies greatly, which is affected by many factors, such as equipment type, production capacity, refrigeration method, automation level, and brand. In terms of equipment type, mesh belt freezers are suitable for various block shaped, flake shaped, and granular foods, and are the mainstream choice in the market, with a relatively affordable price. Fluidized bed freezers (IQF) are designed specifically for small particle and easily adhered foods, which can achieve individual quick freezing without adhesion. They have higher technical content and manufacturing costs, so the price is relatively high. Spiral freezers have a small footprint but a large freezing capacity, suitable for products that require a long freezing time. Their complex structure leads to a higher price, usually higher than that of mesh belt freezers. Liquid nitrogen/ carbon dioxide freezers use liquid nitrogen or liquid carbon dioxide for direct refrigeration, with extremely fast freezing speed and excellent quality, but the equipment and refrigerant costs are relatively high, and they are usually used for high value added products. Production capacity is also a key factor affecting the price. A freezer with a processing capacity of 100 kg per hour and a freezer with a processing capacity of 1000 kg or more per hour have completely different internal structures, refrigeration systems, conveying systems, and floor areas, and the price naturally varies greatly. Generally, the larger the production capacity, the higher the price. In terms of refrigeration method, mechanical refrigeration (ammonia refrigeration/ freon refrigeration) is the most common refrigeration method, and the brand and power of its compressor, evaporator and other core components directly affect the equipment cost. The larger the power, the higher the price. Liquid nitrogen/ carbon dioxide refrigeration relies on the consumption of liquid nitrogen or carbon dioxide for refrigeration. The equipment itself has a relatively simple structure, but it requires an additional liquid nitrogen/ carbon dioxide storage and supply system, and the long term operating refrigerant consumption cost also needs to be considered. The automation and intelligence level also have a great impact on the price. Basic type freezers have a lower price and limited automation, and may require more manual intervention. Fully automatic intelligent freezers are equipped with PLC control systems, touch screen operation interfaces, remote monitoring, fault diagnosis, data recording and other functions. The higher the automation level, the more convenient the operation, and the more precise the energy consumption control, but the equipment cost is also correspondingly increased. Well known brands usually mean more mature technology, more reliable quality, and more perfect after sales service, and these added values will be reflected in the price. Some international brands are more expensive, while domestic high quality brands often have higher cost effectiveness. Generally speaking, the price of IQF freezers can range from tens of thousands of yuan to millions of yuan, and users need to comprehensively consider various factors according to their own production needs and budget when purchasing.