6 Reasons Why Your Bakery Should Apply Quick Freezing Technology

Have you ever wondered:

• "How can I always provide freshly baked bread to my customers?"
• "Unsold bread is causing losses in revenue..."
• "I want to expand my specialty bread sales online to reach distant customers!"

If you're facing these issues, quick freezing technology is the perfect solution you've been looking for!

Quick Freezing Technology: A Comprehensive Solution for Bakeries

Applying quick freezing will help you:

• Plan efficient production ➡️ Minimize waste, seize every sales opportunity.
• Long-term preservation ➡️ Expand online sales channels, tap into new markets, and turn challenges into profits.

In this article, we'll delve into the details of "quick freezing" as a solution to help your bakery overcome current challenges. Specifically, the six "golden" benefits of this technology are must-knows for any bakery facing difficulties!

Why Bread Spoils Easily?

Do you think bread can't be stored for long? In reality, bread is very prone to spoilage when stored at room temperature. What are the reasons behind this?

1. Drying: Immediately after baking, bread starts to lose moisture. The humidity inside evaporates, making the bread hard and dry.
2. Starch Aging: Starch in bread "ages" as the temperature drops. This process occurs when gelatinized starch tries to revert to its original state, leading to water loss.
   • Starch easily deteriorates between 0°C and 5°C, so storing bread in the refrigerator is not recommended. Conversely, starch aging stops above 60°C or below 0°C.
     Therefore, storing bread below 0°C is the best way to maintain its quality.

The Frozen Bread Market is Flourishing

Surprisingly, the frozen bread market has been growing rapidly in recent years. The notion that frozen bread compromises quality has been completely overturned.

The frozen bread market began in 1953 and is now widespread in Japan, used extensively in hotels and large and small enterprises. It's predicted that by 2023, this market will reach a scale of approximately 200 billion yen.

Companies like Shikishima Baking Co., Ltd., famous for the Pasco brand, have developed a "baked frozen bread" brand. Specialized frozen bread companies have also emerged and achieved significant success.

STYLE BREAD in Gunma provides "quick-frozen bread" and has expanded its sales to over 3,000 hotels and restaurants. They've also launched a consumer brand, receiving positive feedback on the increasing demand for these products.

Why Quick Freezing is the Key to Long-Lasting Bread?

The answer lies in quick freezing technology. Why must it be quick freezing?

When freezing food, the temperature range where ice crystals easily form is called the "maximum ice crystal formation temperature zone." If this zone is passed slowly using conventional slow freezing methods, internal structures of the food can be damaged.

When bread is quickly frozen right after baking, its quality is preserved, allowing you to enjoy the freshly baked taste after thawing.

6 Benefits of Applying Quick Freezing

1. Reduce Waste: Quick freezing helps adjust production to actual demand, reducing excess production waste.
2. Adjust Supply and Demand: This technology allows you to sell the desired quantity at the right time, minimizing surplus.
3. Improve Work Environment: Quick freezing optimizes production processes, reduces workload, and saves time.
4. Expand Sales Channels: With long-term preservation capabilities, you can reach distant customers through online sales while maintaining fresh-baked quality.
5. Reduce Additives and Preservatives: Thanks to long-term preservation without needing additives or preservatives, you can attract health-conscious customers.
6. Separate Production and Sales: Quick freezing allows you to separate production and retail locations, expanding your business scale without worrying about storefront size.

Conclusion

With the superior benefits that quick freezing technology offers, it's the ideal solution for bakeries facing production and business challenges.

Consider applying this technology to optimize your workflow and expand business opportunities! We're always ready to support you in experimenting with quick freezing technology with your products to experience the difference!

Kyouwa Vietnam is a 100% Japanese-invested company committed to importing quick freezing equipment directly from Japan to Vietnam. We ensure each customer thoroughly tests the equipment before making a decision and provide free maintenance services twice a year. Please contact us for more detailed consultations.