Starfrost Enhances Bakery Operations with Custom Spiral Freezer for Global Growth

Enhancing Bakery Efficiency with Starfrost

Starfrost, a prominent manufacturer in the industrial freezing and chilling equipment sector, has recently accomplished a significant milestone by installing its fifth bespoke Helix Spiral Freezer at Mantinga, one of the largest bakery producers in Europe. This development is a vital part of Mantinga's strategic expansion plan aimed at meeting the escalating global demand for high-quality frozen baked goods.

The installation of this advanced freezing system considerably boosts production capabilities, enabling Mantinga to freeze a remarkable 68 tonnes of bakery products daily across its facilities. Designed specifically to handle over one million garlic baguettes each week, the Helix Spiral Freezer ensures the bakery can keep pace with increasing consumer demand for premium frozen offerings.

Kęstutis Košuba, Engineering Manager at Mantinga, emphasized the significance of this new installation. He stated, "This latest spiral freezer from Starfrost marks another significant advancement in automating and optimizing our freezing processes. Our partnership with Starfrost, which began over ten years ago to transition from manual IQF blast freezers, has led to continued growth and success in expanding our operations. Their ongoing support and expertise have been invaluable throughout our journey."

Starfrost's Global Sales Manager, Jonathan Fox, also contributed insights into the collaboration, stating, "Our team collaborated closely with Mantinga to tailor a system that fully aligns with their production goals. We take pride in supporting their ongoing success and global expansion. The flexibility and reliability of our systems are crucial in the competitive food production industry, and we are delighted to assist Mantinga in setting high standards for quality within the premium frozen bakery market."

The spiral freezer features a fully customized layout that is an ideal fit for Mantinga's production environment. Utilizing vertical airflow technology, it provides precise temperature control for consistently high product quality. With a 24/7 operation schedule, the system guarantees rapid and uniform freezing, furthering Mantinga's commitment to high-volume production while maintaining efficiency.

This investment in a state-of-the-art freezing system is part of a broader strategy by Mantinga to increase production flexibility and cater to international markets more effectively. With five custom-engineered spiral freezers now operational at various Mantinga production sites throughout Lithuania, the company is strategically positioned to strengthen its footing in the premium frozen bakery segment.

About Starfrost

Starfrost specializes in the design and manufacture of advanced freezing and chilling systems tailored for the global food industry. With over four decades of expertise, Starfrost offers customized cooling solutions that enhance efficiency, product quality, and sustainability. Their diverse portfolio includes spiral, impingement, and IQF (Individual Quick Freezing) systems, all engineered for durability and long-term performance.

This partnership not only reflects the commitment of both Starfrost and Mantinga to innovation and sustainability but also underscores the critical role of advanced technology in the evolving landscape of the food production industry. As Mantinga continues to expand its operations on a global scale, the integration of such high-performance equipment will be pivotal in solidifying their position in the marketplace.