Atosa EBF-03 3-pans Countertop Blast Chiller
Atosa EBF-03 3-Pans Blast Chiller: Professional Rapid Cooling Solution for Commercial Kitchens
- The refrigerator compartment is designed with a ventilated system, ensuring optimal air circulation to maintain consistent temperatures throughout.
- It features a self-closing door equipped with a magnetic gasket, which not only enhances energy efficiency but also ensures that the door seals tightly, preventing any cold air from escaping.
- This unit is specifically designed to accommodate standard hotel pans, including GN1/1 pans that measure 20 3/4″ X 12 3/4″ X 2 1/2″, making it a versatile choice for various culinary needs.
- Additionally, the internal food temperature probe allows for precise monitoring of food temperatures, ensuring safety and quality.
- Constructed from high-grade stainless steel, both the interior and exterior of the refrigerator boast a rounded edge design that facilitates an easy cleaning process, promoting hygiene and maintenance.
- Under rated load conditions, this refrigerator is capable of significantly reducing the food core temperature; it can lower the temperature from 200° F to 37° F in just 90 minutes, and from 200° F to a chilling 0° F within 240 minutes, making it an efficient choice for food preservation
The Essential Role of Blast Chilling in Modern Food Service
Blast chilling has become indispensable in contemporary food service operations, transforming how restaurants, catering companies, and institutional kitchens manage food preparation and safety. The Atosa EBF-03 3-Pans Blast Chiller offers fast cooling and freezing. It is a compact unit made for easy use in kitchens. This equipment addresses a fundamental challenge in food service: safely reducing food temperatures while maintaining quality, nutritional integrity, and operational efficiency.
Exceptional Cooling and Freezing Performance
The EBF-03 demonstrates remarkable speed in temperature reduction. It cools prepared foods from 200°F to 37°F in about 90 minutes for standard 22 lb loads. Its freezing ability lowers temperatures from 200°F to 0°F in 240 minutes for 11 lb portions. This dramatic acceleration through temperature reduction prevents bacterial multiplication that occurs during conventional cooling methods. Foods spend minimal time in the temperature danger zone (40°F to 140°F), where pathogenic bacteria multiply rapidly. The built-in food temperature probe checks core temperatures during cooling cycles. It gives real-time feedback and helps with accurate food safety records. This automatic temperature tracking eliminates guesswork and ensures consistent results across all applications.
Space-Efficient Countertop Design
The EBF-03 has a compact design that fits easily on countertops. Unlike floor-model blast chillers, it does not need extra floor space. This unit measures 29-3/4"W x 32-3/4"D x 22-7/8"H. It fits well without needing major changes or a lot of installation work. The three 1/1 GN (Gastronorm) pan capacity holds standard commercial food containers. This allows for cooling multiple items at once or processing them in batches, based on your needs. This flexibility proves invaluable in kitchens with varying production volumes and diverse menu requirements. The unit can be placed near prep stations, cooking areas, or plating stations. This helps improve kitchen workflow and reduces food handling distances.
Intelligent Self-Closing Door Mechanism
The automatic self-closing door represents a thoughtful engineering feature that enhances both safety and efficiency. This mechanism maintains consistent internal temperatures by preventing accidental heat loss that would extend cooling cycles and compromise energy efficiency. The self-closing design reduces operator error by automatically securing the chamber between uses, ensuring consistent performance regardless of staff experience level. The durable door mechanism withstands frequent opening and closing in busy kitchen environments, contributing to long-term reliability and reduced maintenance requirements.
Premium Stainless Steel Construction Throughout
Construction quality directly impacts equipment longevity and food safety. The EBF-03 is made of high-quality stainless steel on the inside and outside. This material resists corrosion, bacteria, and damage from strong cleaning chemicals. Interior surfaces resist moisture penetration and prevent biofilm formation that can harbor pathogens. The stainless steel finish looks professional. It can handle daily cleaning with high-pressure tools and strong sanitizers. Easy-to-clean surfaces reduce sanitization time and support strict hygiene protocols essential in food service operations. This durable construction ensures the unit maintains structural integrity through years of continuous operation in demanding commercial kitchen environments.
Accessible Electrical Requirements and Safety Certifications
The EBF-03 operates on standard 115-volt single-phase electrical service (115v/60/1-ph) with a modest 6.5 amp draw and 623-watt consumption. This efficient electrical design removes the need for special wiring or upgrades. The unit can plug directly into existing kitchen outlets. The low power consumption reduces operational costs compared to larger blast chilling equipment while maintaining exceptional performance. Safety certifications help ensure confidence in food service. The cETLus certification shows that products meet North American electrical safety standards. The ETL-Sanitation certification confirms that products follow food contact surface rules and sanitation practices. These certifications facilitate health department inspections and regulatory compliance verification.
Food Safety Compliance and Documentation Capabilities
The rapid cooling capability directly supports food safety objectives. The EBF-03 helps stop bacteria from growing by reducing the time food spends in the danger zone. This helps prevent foodborne illness outbreaks. The internal temperature probe enables accurate documentation of cooling processes, supporting HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) protocols and FDA food safety regulations. This documentation capability proves invaluable during health department inspections and food safety audits, providing evidence of proper temperature control procedures. The equipment helps facilities maintain compliance with increasingly stringent food safety requirements while reducing liability risks associated with improper food handling.
Operational Advantages and Kitchen Efficiency
Beyond temperature control, the EBF-03 delivers significant operational benefits. It allows chefs to prepare food in advance without losing safety. They can work during slower hours and save on labor costs by scheduling better. This capability proves invaluable for catering operations managing multiple events, restaurants preparing for service peaks, and institutional food service managing high-volume production. Batch cooking strategies become more practical when rapid cooling ensures food safety, improving overall kitchen efficiency and reducing waste. The ability to prepare foods in advance while maintaining quality supports diverse menu offerings and service flexibility.
Versatile Applications Across Food Service
The EBF-03 excels across diverse food service applications. It quickly cools stocks, sauces, and soups after they are made. It freezes desserts, ice creams, and other frozen foods. It chills salads, vegetables, and cold appetizers. It also keeps prepared meals for later use. This versatility supports various restaurant concepts from fine dining establishments to casual operations, bakeries, and catering companies. The equipment enables advanced plating techniques requiring precise temperature control and facilitates contemporary cooking methods that depend on rapid cooling capabilities.
Installation, Maintenance, and Long-Term Value
Installation requires minimal effort and time. The countertop placement, standard electrical compatibility, and lack of special ventilation or drainage requirements make setup straightforward. Stainless steel construction minimizes maintenance requirements while ensuring reliable performance over extended service life. Standard commercial equipment design facilitates repairs and parts replacement, with readily available components supporting long-term serviceability. Professional service support through authorized dealers ensures continued reliable operation.
Strategic Investment for Food Service Excellence
The Atosa EBF-03 represents a strategic investment in food safety, operational efficiency, and product quality. It helps follow food safety rules. It reduces waste by preserving food properly. It allows for better menu planning. It also supports business growth by increasing kitchen capacity. The fast cooling ability, small design, strong build, and affordable price make this blast chiller a must-have. It helps professional food service operations improve their preparation and efficiency.
Atosa EBF-03 3-pans Blast Chiller Specs
Blast Chiller/Freezer, countertop, 29-3/4"W x 32-3/4"D x 22-7/8"H, (3) 1/1 GN capacity, 90 minute cooling time (22 lb) 200°F to 37°F & 240 minute freezing time (11 lb) 200°F to 0°F, self-closing door, internal food temperature probe, stainless steel interior & exterior, 623 watts, 115v/60/1-ph, 6.5 amps, cETLus, ETL-Sanitation.