Hydrocoolers

TRJ offers a hydrocooler that is custom designed to meet your specific needs including integrated conveyors, booth, pumps and refrigeration systems. TRJ hydrocoolers are one of many precooling systems that provide fast, reliable and efficient means of cooling many water tolerant fruits and vegetables such as sweet corn and broccoli.

Booth Style Hydrocooler
to Cool Sweet Corn

Hydrocooling Systems are suitable for precooling:

Artichokes, Asparagus, Avocados, Green Beans, Beets, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cantaloupes, Carrots, Celery, Cherries, Endive, Greens, Kale, Leeks, Nectarines, Parsley, Peaches, Radishes, Romaine Lettuce, Spinach, Sweet Corn, Turnips, Watercress and more.

Our Belt Style Hydrocoolers are
Ready for Shipment

BENEFITS OF HYDROCOOLING

Extends shelf life by precooling vegetables and fruits fast
Cools crops up to 15 times faster than air
Hydrates some products, reduces moisture loss
Rinses while it cools
Flexible means of cooling vegetables and fruits packed in bins, bulk, or palletized
Relative low cost and little maintenance

12 pallet system

12 Pallet System With Powered Conveyors

Features of Hydrocooling

Capacities range from 5,000 to 60,000 pounds per hour
Units can be designed to operate with stand-alone or central plant refrigeration systems
Variable speed conveyor drives on powered units allow for changing cooling requirements
Plate or pipe style cooling coils available
Cooling surfaces are located above product for improved sanitary design
Cold water recirculation includes easy to clean filtration system
Epoxy coated booths, optional stainless steel construction for more sanitary applications
Easy clean reservoirs and water distribution pans
Ammonia or “Freon” based systems available
Energy saving advanced controls
Anti-bacterial precooling systems available