Stringent testing brings precise metrics

For Güntner, this project was about far more than simply supplying units. “Faced with a large-scale installation involving multiple technical revisions, evolving design requirements, and complex operational demands, we worked alongside the refrigeration contractor to provide continuous technical expertise and practical solutions at every stage,” says Justin Scofield, Managing Director of Güntner in the UK.

As the project developed and the initial design evolved, Güntner was able to offer valuable guidance on the product specifications that would offer optimum performance for the varying use cases within the facility. All of Güntner’s product designs are subject to stringent testing at our Fürstenfeldbruck HQ in Germany, which means we can provide precise metrics for capacity and performance across a wide range of operational parameters.

Optimizing corrosion prevention

One area of Güntner’s testing that is particularly relevant to food processing facilities is protection against corrosion. “Different kinds of food products will suggest different material combinations in the cooling and refrigeration units,” says Scofield. “Say there’s a brine room or a pickling space or an ageing room, these can bring particles into the airstream that may impact on units further along the production process and cause them to deteriorate.”

Protection against potential corrosion begins with selection of the right materials for every part of a cooling unit. The choices include copper, aluminum and stainless steel, and combinations of these. Drawing on longstanding expertise and in-depth knowledge, Güntner can advise on the best options for any given facility and also explain the trade-offs that may have to be made.