Food Processing

Browning of Ready Meals

Given the flexible and energy-efficient nature of infrared heating technology, the applications for its uses are almost endless. Custom-built infrared ovens for food processing can be used in particular for the browning of ready meals. This technology is perfect for manufacturers looking to achieve the desired effect of browning the surface of the food without cooking it. This is crucial for companies involved in ready meal production technology, as it enhances the final appearance, making it more appealing to the end user.

Electric infrared heating is ideal within the oven or conveyor system, as it instantly heats up and can be controlled easily, ensuring no excess energy is wasted in the production process. We have collaborated with multiple manufacturers for the production of lasagnes, cottage pies, and many other items.

Chocolate Manufacturing

Infrared heat technology is commonly used in the manufacturing of chocolate and is essential during the processing stage. Regulating the temperature is extremely important, especially when creating filled chocolate products. The quickest, most energy-efficient, and controllable way of doing this is by using electric infrared heating technology.

As infrared heating only heats the substrate rather than the air itself, it allows for pure heat penetration, which is more hygienic and preferable to hot air blowers. A heating process is required specifically when you need to join and fuse two chocolate parts together, such as a chocolate egg. This is typically poured into a mould and then joined at a later stage, but during this process, it is imperative that the mould is pre-heated to reduce the risk of weakening the chocolate.

Food Grilling

Infrared heating technology is a versatile heat source and is ideal for various applications in the food processing industry, including food grilling. The instant heat output coupled with controllability makes it the most energy-efficient and effective way to grill certain foods in an industrial capacity. We can collaborate with you using our R&D laboratory to test and successfully determine the best custom grilling systems for food to meet your needs.

Disinfection

Ensuring a clean and safe environment while producing food is crucial. The use of ultraviolet and infrared technology can greatly assist in this. UV-C lamps and systems can help eliminate any bacteria in the air as well as from the surface of the food itself, using our UV-C tunnels to destroy any harmful bacteria and microorganisms present on the food.

Baking

The baking of various foods, including biscuits and bread, can be carried out much more efficiently using electric infrared heating technology. IR radiation penetrates the food more effectively than alternative sources, coupled with the fact that no excess energy is wasted heating the air. This means you can save money on your energy and running costs while increasing your production yield as it is a much quicker process.