Industrial Refrigeration Solutions: Maximizing Efficiency and Minimizing Costs, What’s right for you?
Industrial Refrigeration Solutions
Industrial Refrigeration Solutions differ significantly from retail refrigeration. For starters, they operate at different stages in the Cold Chain, which is a temperature-controlled supply chain for perishable goods. This supply chain begins with storage, processing, or both. Next, it moves to transportation, and finally arrives at the distribution stage.
Retail Refrigeration
Retail refrigeration exists within the distribution step. Think of places that need refrigeration and have a checkout counter. These systems are designed to keep products cool and fresh for consumers at the point of sale.
Industrial Refrigeration
In contrast, industrial refrigeration operates before the retail level. These systems are crucial for maintaining the quality and safety of products during storage and processing, ensuring that they remain fresh throughout transportation and up until they reach the retail stage.
Common Applications
Before we delve into the specifics of industrial refrigeration, let’s explore some common applications where Zero Zone systems have been used. These applications highlight the versatility and effectiveness of industrial refrigeration solutions in various settings.
Applications of Zero Zone Industrial Systems
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing & Storage
- Pharmaceuticals, such as vaccines, need to be kept at a precise temperature to ensure efficacy and safety. The temperature needed to keep vaccines safe requires precision; the narrow range is 35.6°F to 46.4°F. You can trust Zero Zone for engineering precision. 60 pharmaceutical facilities have Zero Zone equipment in operation to date.
- Volatility in chemical manufacturing refers to the vapor pressure of organic compounds. Weak intermolecular forces, such as those in Formaldehyde (with a boiling point of -2.2°F at 1 atmosphere), result in a higher vapor pressure and faster evaporation at higher temperatures. A stable, and reliable, temperature is required to keep product from being lost. Zero Zone has a history of reliability with technical and engineering teams on-hand to help, should a problem arise.
Cold Storage & Distribution
- Cold storage warehouses exist to refrigerate and maintain the products integrity while it awaits shipping. Zero Zone conducts over 1,000 precision quality checks to ensure our reliability meets your products integrity.
- Cold storage and distribution includes post-harvest storage, food warehouse storage, and distribution facilities for product awaiting transport to retail facilities.
Food Processing Facilities
- Refrigerated processing plants are one of many steps in the cold chain where it is critical to keep food safe for consumption. The “danger zone” of bacterial growth is above 40°F. Keeping perishable food products under 40°F prevents the unwanted growth of harmful bacteria. You can trust Zero Zone to help you eliminate waste, improve efficiency, and ensure precise temperatures in multiple zones. View our case study of the system we installed at Unger Meat Company to find out how Zero Zone helped one of these facilities to achieve their goal to keep your food safe.
- Food processing facilities include canneries, fish & seafood, food packing, meat packing, brewery process chilling, and pet food.
Ice Rinks & Arenas
- Zero Zone has served the ice arenas industry since 1989, when we installed our first ice arena system at a community ice rink in Chippewa Falls, WI. The concrete under the ice needs to maintain a constant temperature to maintain ice temperature and quality, no matter if it is the hottest summer day or coldest winter night. Zero Zone ColdLoop™ provides superior and consistent chilling across the ice while monitoring ice temperatures to ensure its integrity and stability. View our case study of the Michael & Albertville (STMA) Ice Arena to find out more.
- Zero Zone has provided cooling for many ice arenas including professional training ice rinks, sports arenas, and recreational ice rinks.
Size
Climate
Refrigerant Types
Zero Zone Systems
Indoor and Outdoor Systems
Zero Zone offers both indoor and outdoor systems, ensuring they fit the space you have. Our systems use a range of refrigerants, including HFCs, CO2, and ammonia. From discovery through installation, we provide our expertise and dedicate 100% of our attention every step of the way.
Zero Zone Edge™ XT Distributed Systems
The Zero Zone Edge™ XT Distributed Systems offer a compact and efficient solution. Designed for placement in proximity to your unique requirements, these systems lower installation costs by using less piping. Consequently, less piping reduces the chance for leaks to develop. The smaller and more efficient compressors optimize capacity staging. You can use the distributed system in Cold Storage, Food Processing, Pharmaceuticals, and many special applications.
Zero Zone Outdoor Parallel Racks
Zero Zone Outdoor Parallel Racks adjust the system’s capacity to accurately match the product load. You can mount these highly customizable racks on a roof or concrete pad. The resilient solid steel frame and streamlined piping minimize joints, reducing potential leaks. Our microprocessor-based control systems give you control over these versatile systems. Zero Zone Outdoor Parallel Systems suit Cold Storage, Food Processing, Pharmaceuticals, and many special applications to meet the needs of our customers.
Industrial Chillers
Zero Zone industrial chillers cool ice arenas and other large-capacity applications. The multiple compressors within this system adjust smoothly and efficiently to changing loads, ensuring constant precision cooling. Designed to serve a multitude of scenarios, the chillers accommodate varying cooling demands with single or multiple circuit configurations. You can place these chillers either inside or outside to meet your spacing needs.
System Options
Condenser or Gas Cooler
To enhance your refrigeration system and save on energy costs, consider cooling it with adiabatic, evaporative, or water-cooled methods. These multiple methods provide cooling in any climate, ensuring versatility and efficiency.
Optional Pump and Heat Exchanger
Furthermore, you can get more out of your system by adding multiple pumps and heat exchangers. This addition provides safety and redundancy, making your system more reliable.
Systems Controls with Internet Remote Access
In addition, manage your refrigeration systems with state-of-the-art control systems that offer remote access. This remote access enhances troubleshooting capabilities, making commissioning and service easier.
Defrost Options
Depending on your specific needs or project requirements, you can choose from Electric, Hot Gas, or Off-Time Defrost options. These options ensure that your system operates efficiently and effectively.
Compressor Stage Control
Unlike prepackaged units, Zero Zone systems feature responsive compressor staging. This ensures the refrigeration system remains balanced to match the load, providing optimal performance.
Suction Accumulators
Moreover, many factors influence the reliability of a refrigeration system. Using a suction accumulator protects your compressors from damage caused by system fluctuations, enhancing the system’s durability.
Compressors
Whatever brand or type of compressor you prefer, Zero Zone has a solution for you. We manufacture systems with Scroll, Reciprocating, and Screw Compressors based on the system’s capacity and the refrigerant being used. Our technical sales team can guide you to the best solution, ensuring you get the most suitable compressor for your needs.
Split Refrigeration Systems
Finally, maximize your investment by considering a multi-temperature system. This system accommodates both low-temperature and medium-temperature requirements for your application, providing flexibility and efficiency.
Our Expert Team is Waiting for You
From project inception through completion and beyond, Zero Zone is committed to delivering an efficient and reliable system to fit your specific needs. If you are interested in an Industrial System by Zero Zone, or want to learn more about our capabilities, visit our products page or contact a sales rep today.