Case Study

Betty’s cake rack coolers

Overview

Client: Bakkavor Desserts high care air conditioning

Industry: Bakery

Project Overview: Rack cooling system for leading retail bakery

Outcomes

  • Increased product output
  • Consistent product quality
  • Reduced floor space requirements

Challenges

Betty’s, the well-known Yorkshire craft baker, wanted to increase the output of their popular Yorkshire Tealoaf and Ginger Cakes by reducing cooling times without compromising their quality.

Solutions

We were asked to undertake on-site cooling trials to establish the best cooling regime for each product. We designed a rack-cooling system comprising multiple bays, each capable of accommodating four product racks. Within each bay an adjustable baffle arrangement ensured optimum airflow over the products. Products could be cooled to less than 30°C in under 45 minutes to enable swift packing and dispatch.

Conclusion

By implementing a rack cooling system for Betty’s, we significantly increased product output and ensured consistent product quality while reducing floor space requirements. The adjustable baffle arrangement within each bay optimised airflow, allowing products to cool to less than 30°C in under 45 minutes. This efficient cooling process enabled swift packing and dispatch of Betty’s popular Yorkshire Tealoaf and Ginger Cakes, meeting their demand for increased production without compromising quality. The on-site cooling trials were instrumental in establishing the best cooling regime, resulting in a tailored solution that exceeded the client’s expectations.