Cook Quench Chill Adapt Wins Innovation Award

September 26, 2024

Author: Emma Hodgson, Marketing Executive

We are thrilled to announce that DC Norris has won the Innovative Processing System award at last night’s Automate UK Awards! Our energy-efficient food processing solution – the Cook Quench Chill Adapt system claimed the top spot in the Best Processing Innovation category, recognised for its rapid cooking capabilities, along with its impressive energy and water-saving benefits.

The Automate UK Awards recognises the finest examples of innovation, smart manufacturing, entrepreneurship and collaboration in the processing and packaging machinery industry.  This achievement reflects the dedication of the entire DC Norris team, from design and R&D to manufacturing, trials, and testing in our Product Development Kitchen.

A huge thank you to everyone involved and to Automate UK for this prestigious award!

Discover more about the Cook Quench Chill Adapt

The Cook Quench Chill Adapt system features a modular construction that provides exceptional flexibility for food manufacturers. Whether installed over a high-care/low-risk barrier or as a single unit, it can be easily expanded to meet growing capacity and throughput demands. The modular units connect seamlessly, ensuring simple installation and service integration.

Applications

• Pasta Products
• Potatoes
• Vegetables
• Pulses
• Mixed Grains

Optimum Performance

The Cook Quench Chill Adapt system delivers rapid cooking and blanching speeds, powered by two patented Jet Heat direct steam heat systems. To ensure superior product quality, the Variable Wave Agitation System prevents damage and clumping during processing. Designed with sustainability in mind, it conserves water through smaller tank capacities and adjustable water levels for different batch sizes. The Starch Removal System enables water reuse across multiple batches, further improving efficiency. Internal heat exchangers continuously chill and control the quench water temperature, while the integrated CIP system ensures easy cleaning and maintenance.

Key Benefits

• Patented Jet Heat Direct Steam Heat System: Faster heat-up and cooking times for optimal performance.
• Water and Energy Savings: Five water levels adjustable to product and batch size for maximum resource efficiency.
• Starch Management: A separate weir in the water tank removes starch during cooking, reducing the need for frequent water changes.
• Safety: Fully interlocked guarding ensures safe operation throughout the process.
• Product Quality: The Wave Agitation System prevents clumping and product damage.
• Ease of Cleaning: Includes a CIP system for internal cleaning, and external cleaning is simplified with a water gun for washing baskets.

Discover the power of DC Norris’ award-winning energy-efficient food processing technology. Contact us to learn more about how it can transform your operations.

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