Every day, food banks face a race against time. Donations from restaurants, retailers, and producers often arrive fresh — but with only hours to spare before spoilage begins. Without proper preservation, much of this good food risks ending up in landfills instead of reaching those who need it most.
In Arizona, United Food Bank decided to change that story — with the help of ZGROUP’s dual-action Blast Freezer & Chiller.
Turning Short Shelf Life into Long-Lasting Impact
When United Food Bank wanted to extend the life of perishable donations and manage high daily volumes, traditional cold storage wasn’t enough. They needed a solution that was fast, mobile, and precise — one that could cool or freeze large quantities of food safely in record time.
That’s where ZGROUP’s technology came in.
The Blast Freezer & Chiller allows the food bank to blast-chill hot meals within minutes and deep-freeze bulk donations within hours, locking in freshness and nutritional quality. Meals that once lasted only a few days can now be preserved for up to three months — creating thousands of extra servings for families and shelters across Arizona.
From Fresh to Frozen — In Hours, Not Days
Unlike conventional refrigeration, blast freezing rapidly circulates ultra-cold air — down to -40°F — ensuring even core freezing without damaging texture or flavor.
The result is restaurant-quality meals, safely preserved and ready to distribute, whenever and wherever they’re needed.
With this new system, United Food Bank can:
- Handle daily surges in donations efficiently
- Preserve food safely while maintaining taste and texture
- Meet strict food safety standards and health regulations
- Store and distribute frozen meals over a much longer period
What used to be a logistical challenge has become an opportunity to feed more people — and waste less food.
Modular, Mobile, and Mission-Ready
- Dual-function operation: switch between Blast Chilling and Blast Freezing modes
- Smart touchscreen controls for easy operation
- ZTRACK remote monitoring for full visibility from anywhere
- Precise airflow technology that ensures rapid, uniform cooling across every batch
A Partnership for Purpose
For ZGROUP USA, this project represents more than innovation — it’s about impact. Every container deployed is a step toward reducing food waste, supporting sustainability, and empowering communities to make better use of their resources.
By turning short shelf life into lasting nourishment, United Food Bank and ZGROUP are proving that technology can do more than save food — it can save hope.
“We’re proud to help fight hunger — one preserved meal at a time.”
— ZGROUP USA
Ready to Preserve More and Waste Less?
From food banks to food processors, restaurants, and distributors — ZGROUP’s modular blast chillers and freezersare helping organizations extend shelf life, reduce waste, and increase food safety.
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