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Commercial Blast Chiller Freezer | 20kg/15kg Capacity | Stainless Steel | Blizzard BCF20-HC
£1,719.99
/ exc vat
£2,063.99/ inc vat
- Stainless Steel Construction
- Intelligent Temperature Probe
- Digital Controller
- Generous 20kg/15kg Capacity
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Product Overview
Stepping up your kitchen's food safety and prep game is a breeze with the Blizzard BCF20-HC. This bit of kit is a proper workhorse, designed to take hot food from the oven down to a safe, chilled temperature in a flash. It's an absolute must for any professional kitchen that takes its HACCP compliance seriously, helping you lock in freshness, texture, and flavour while keeping nasty bacteria at bay.
Perfect for bustling restaurants, busy catering outfits, and bakeries needing to cool batches quickly, this commercial blast chiller freezer is all about efficiency. With a generous capacity—20kg for chilling and 15kg for freezing—it handles the pressure of a busy service without breaking a sweat. The stainless steel build means it's tough as nails and a doddle to clean, while the simple digital controls take all the guesswork out of the process.
If you're looking to streamline your workflow, reduce food waste, and serve consistently brilliant food, then this is the machine for you. It's a smart investment that pays for itself in time saved and quality preserved, ensuring you meet the highest standards day in, day out. Get ready to wonder how you ever managed without one.
Key Features and Benefits
- Stainless Steel Construction: Built to last and incredibly easy to wipe down.
- Intelligent Temperature Probe: Guarantees your food reaches the perfect core temperature every time.
- Digital Controller: Makes setting precise chilling or freezing cycles dead simple.
- Generous 20kg/15kg Capacity: Handles large batches, speeding up your prep for service.
- GN1/1 & 600x400 Tray Compatibility: Fits the standard trays you're already using in your kitchen.
- Self-Closing Door: Keeps the cold in and saves energy, even when you're rushed.
- Heavy-Duty Castors: A breeze to move for cleaning underneath and around the unit.
- Automatic Condensate Vaporisation: No more manual emptying of water trays, it sorts itself out.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Blizzard
- SKU: BCF20-HC
- Dimensions: 1000(H) x 800(W) x 800(D) mm
- Power: 750W, 13 amp supply (single phase)
- Weight: 116kg
- Material: Stainless Steel (Exterior & Interior)
- Temperature Range: +70°C to -18°C
- Number of Doors: 1 (Right hand hinged, self-closing)
- Chill Capacity (90 mins): 20kg
- Freeze Capacity (240 mins): 15kg
- Refrigerant: R290
- Climate Class: 4
- Features: Temperature Probe, Digital Controller, Automatic Vaporisation
Expert Review and Insights
The Blizzard BCF20-HC is a solid, no-nonsense piece of rapid food chilling equipment. It doesn't overcomplicate things; it just gets the job done efficiently. Its performance in both chilling and freezing modes is impressive for its footprint, making it a really practical choice for kitchens where space and time are tight. It’s a reliable ally for upholding food safety standards.
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- Pros: The core temperature probe is spot on for perfect, consistent results.
- Cons: At 116kg, you'll want to plan its final position carefully.
Case Study: Real Business, Real Results
The Corner House Bistro in Harrogate was struggling with kitchen bottlenecks during its busy lunch and dinner services. They needed a way to prep ahead without sacrificing food quality or safety, so they invested in the Blizzard BCF20-HC.
"We used to spend ages cooling down batches of our signature gravy and par-cooked veg. The Blizzard has completely streamlined our process. The food quality is better, and the kitchen is far less chaotic during service. It’s been a fantastic addition."
Robert Davies – Head Chef
By implementing the blast chiller, The Corner House Bistro reduced its active food cooling time by over 90 minutes per day, allowing chefs to focus more on plating and final prep.
Installation and Maintenance Guide
Setting It Up
- Ensure you leave at least 10cm of space around the unit for proper air circulation – this is key for its efficiency.
- Position it on a flat, level surface. Use the two braked castors at the front to lock it securely in place.
- Before its first use, give the interior a good wipe down with a food-safe sanitiser.
- Plug it into a suitable 13 amp socket – avoid using extension cords for safety and performance.
Keeping It Going
- Clean the temperature probe after every single use to prevent cross-contamination and ensure accurate readings.
- Wipe down the door seals weekly with a damp cloth to make sure they're free of debris and sealing tightly.
- Regularly check that the automatic condensate vaporisation system is clear and working correctly.
- Give the interior a thorough clean at the end of each week to maintain hygiene standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the difference between the chilling and freezing cycles?
A: The chilling cycle rapidly cools food from +70°C down to +3°C in 90 minutes, ideal for prep. The freezing cycle takes food from +70°C to -18°C in 240 minutes, perfect for long-term storage.
Q: What size gastronorm trays can I use with this?
A: It's designed to accept standard GN1/1 trays or 600 x 400mm shelves, making it compatible with most professional kitchen setups.
Q: Is this commercial blast chiller freezer difficult to move for cleaning?
A: Not at all. It comes with heavy-duty castors as standard, so you can easily wheel it out to clean underneath and then lock it back in place with the front brakes.
Q: How does the temperature probe work?
A: You insert the probe into the centre of the food, and it measures the core temperature. The cycle automatically ends once the safe target temperature is reached, ensuring perfect results.
Q: Why is a stainless steel interior important?
A: Stainless steel is incredibly durable, hygienic, and resistant to corrosion. It's also very easy to clean and sanitise, which is essential in a commercial kitchen.
Q: What does 'Climate Class 4' mean?
A: Climate Class 4 indicates the unit is designed to operate efficiently in ambient temperatures up to 30°C and 55% relative humidity, typical of a busy professional kitchen.
Q: Does the door stay open when I'm loading it?
A: The door is self-closing to conserve energy, but it will typically stay open past a certain angle (usually 90 degrees) to make loading and unloading trays easy.
Q: What is automatic condensate vaporisation?
A: It's a system that automatically evaporates the moisture collected during the cooling process, so you don't have to manually empty a water tray.
The Blizzard Benchmark: Reliability for Demanding Kitchens
Choosing a Blizzard appliance is about more than just hitting the right temperature; it's an investment in consistency and peace of mind. For years, Blizzard has been a trusted name in UK kitchens, known for producing robust, reliable equipment that can handle the relentless pace of a commercial environment. This Blizzard BCF20-HC blast chiller is built on that reputation. Its straightforward design means less time training staff and fewer things to go wrong during a hectic service. By using the more environmentally friendly R290 refrigerant, it also helps reduce your kitchen's carbon footprint without compromising on performance. In essence, this unit isn't just a machine; it's a safeguard for your food, your reputation, and your compliance with critical HACCP regulations, delivering tangible value long after the initial purchase.
Explore more from BlizzardPerfect Results Every Time: How the Temperature Probe Works For You
Ever wondered how a blast chiller knows exactly when your food is perfectly chilled? It's all down to the clever temperature probe. Think of it like a super-accurate digital thermometer you’d use for a Sunday roast, but for cooling. You simply insert the probe into the thickest part of the food—a joint of meat, a deep lasagne, or a pot of soup—and the machine does the rest.
Instead of just chilling for a set amount of time (which can be hit-or-miss depending on the food's density and starting temperature), the Blizzard BCF20-HC monitors the food's internal core temperature in real-time. The chilling cycle only stops once it hits the pre-set safe temperature, usually around 3°C. This completely removes the guesswork, guaranteeing that every single batch is cooled safely and consistently, preserving its texture and taste perfectly while ensuring you meet food safety laws.
Who Should Buy This?
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Restaurants & Pubs
Perfect for rapidly cooling stocks, sauces, and prepped mains to maintain quality and comply with HACCP standards.
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Catering Companies
An essential tool for preparing large batches of food safely off-site before transporting to events.
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Bakeries & Patisseries
Ideal for quickly setting delicate desserts, chilling pastry, and freezing baked goods to lock in freshness.
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Hotels & Conference Centres
Streamlines kitchen operations for room service, buffet prep, and large-scale function catering with ease.
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