Walk-Ins
Research Results using Bluezone® Fresh Preservation Technology
Refrigerated Storage FFV Research Trials
Introduction
A demonstration of Bluezone® Food Preservation System was conducted at Raso’s Grille Restaurant. A Bluezone® Fresh Preservation Unit has been operating in various testing facilities since March 2010. After extensive testing in refrigerated containers from March - June, the unit was installed in a Walk-In Cooler at a local restaurant in early July 2010. The Walk-in is almost 1200 cubic foot capacity and is used to hold seafood, meats, cheeses, cooked food, and produce.
Walk-in Unit at Raso’s Grille
Less Flavour Transfer Across Foods
No Odour from Seafood Bins
Results
The restaurant owner and head chef have remarked on the fresh smell and lack of food odor in the Walk-In, and the longer shelf life of their produce, particularly sensitive produce, such as figs and berries.
The unit was mounted behind the evaporator fans and therefore takes up no useable space in the Walk-in.
Interior of Walk-in (Bluezone behind Evaporator)
Conclusion
Bluezone provides significant benefits to FFV extending shelf life especially in sensitive produce and almost completely eliminated odours. Testing showed significant reduction in airborne microbial load.
