Working with Corrosive Environments
As with most food production facilities, this project presented a demanding brief, replace an aging refrigeration system in a critical production area without causing any operational downtime. The project required a solution engineered to meet three critical criteria:
Corrosion Resistance: Previous evaporators had suffered severe chemical degradation due to aggressive, high-frequency cleaning protocols.
Future-Proof Compliance: The new system needed to align fully with strict modern F-Gas, refrigerant, environmental and operational audits.
Zero Downtime: To prevent production losses, the entire changeover had to be executed seamlessly over a single weekend.
The Technical Solution
To meet these demanding requirements, the RSL GROUP team worked alongside Reflotec Solutions to source and deliver a high-efficiency, low-GWP package utilising solutions from industry-leading manufacturers.
The custom solution featured two Centauro bespoke dual-discharge evaporators selected with specially coated coils, stainless steel casings and stainless steel fan guards, which were engineered specifically to withstand harsh cleaning chemicals. A Bitzer Ecolite fully-housed condensing unit using low GWP refrigerant was the heart of the system, which future-proofs the installation and promotes maximum energy efficiency for the seafood facility.
The project utilised an ultra-low GWP refrigerant to achieve a substantial reduction in Global Warming Potential, meeting F-Gas compliance. Reliability and safety were further reinforced by integrating premium Danfoss refrigeration components, such as; electronic controls for precise temperature management, mechanical components such as thermostatic expansion valves, and safety equipment such as the comprehensive leak detection system.
Proud to Support Local Contractors
Thanks to Reflotec’s meticulous planning and the installation team’s dedication, the equipment was installed over the course of a week. The final changeover and commissioning were executed out of hours over the weekend, ensuring production could continue seamlessly on Monday morning.
A significant part of this success stemmed from thorough pre-ordering meetings. These detailed technical discussions ensured that the new refrigeration system was perfectly integrated alongside the existing infrastructure. Furthermore, the tailored design met the customers strict compliance and auditing standards, while ensuring the overall project was delivered both on budget and on schedule.
This seamless installation highlights why Reflotec is a leading industrial refrigeration contractor within the UK. RSL GROUP is pleased to have supported the team with the right equipment when they needed it and looks forward to future collaborations.
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