6 Pallet Vacuum Cooler – CC-VC-600
The Cold Change 6 Pallet Vacuum Cooler CC-VC-600 is a high-capacity industrial vacuum cooling system designed for commercial growers, packhouses and food processors requiring rapid pre-cooling of larger volumes of fresh produce.
With capacity for 6 pallets per cooling cycle and loads of up to 800kg per pallet, the CC-VC-600 can accommodate up to approximately 4,800kg of product per batch, depending on the product and loading configuration.
Also referred to as a 6 pallet vacuum chiller, vacuum pre-cooler or industrial vacuum cooling machine, the system is designed to rapidly remove field and product heat from suitable produce before cold storage, packing or refrigerated transportation.
Typical vacuum cooling cycles can range from approximately 8–25 minutes, depending on product type, weight, starting temperature, required final temperature, packaging and operating conditions.
View the complete Cold Change Vacuum Cooler Range to compare available machine capacities.
Capacity & Technical Specifications
Model: CC-VC-600
Capacity: 6 pallets per cooling cycle
Maximum pallet dimensions: 1200 x 1000 x 2100mm
Maximum product weight: Up to 800kg per pallet
Maximum batch capacity: Up to approximately 4,800kg
Typical cooling time: 8–25 minutes*
Refrigerant: Various options available depending on application and installation location
Control system: PLC-controlled operation with 12-inch touchscreen HMI
*Actual cooling performance depends on the product, pallet weight, starting temperature, required final temperature, packaging, loading configuration and operating conditions.
Designed for Commercial Packhouse Throughput
For businesses processing significant quantities of fresh produce, cooling capacity can become a critical part of packhouse throughput.
A six-pallet chamber allows multiple pallet loads to be processed simultaneously, reducing the number of individual cooling cycles required compared with smaller vacuum cooling machines.
At maximum stated pallet loading, the CC-VC-600 can accommodate approximately 4.8 tonnes of product during a single cooling cycle.
This makes the machine particularly suitable for commercial farms and packhouses where rapid post-harvest cooling needs to keep pace with harvesting and packing operations.
For lower production requirements, consider the 4 Pallet Vacuum Cooler or 2 Pallet Vacuum Cooler.
Products Suitable for Vacuum Cooling
Cold Change vacuum cooling systems can be configured for many different fresh produce and food applications, including:
- Mushrooms
- Lettuce
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Leafy vegetables
- Spinach
- Herbs
- Celery
- Sweetcorn
- Fresh vegetables
- Flowers and cut flowers
- Turf
- Selected bakery products
Different products respond differently to vacuum cooling, so Cold Change can configure cooling programs around the customer’s product, loading configuration and required temperatures.
Rapid Post-Harvest Vacuum Cooling
Fresh produce begins losing quality from the moment it is harvested.
Removing field heat quickly can therefore be an important part of post-harvest temperature management.
A vacuum cooler or vacuum chiller works by placing the loaded pallets inside a sealed chamber and reducing the internal pressure using industrial vacuum pumps.
As pressure falls, the boiling point of water also falls.
A small quantity of moisture within or on suitable products evaporates at low temperature. This evaporation absorbs heat from the product.
Rather than relying solely on cold air gradually penetrating the pallet, vacuum cooling can therefore remove heat rapidly throughout suitable produce.
For appropriate products, this can provide exceptionally fast and uniform pre-cooling.
Commercial Mushroom Vacuum Cooling
Mushrooms can benefit significantly from rapid temperature reduction following harvest.
A 6 pallet mushroom vacuum cooler provides commercial mushroom growers with considerably greater batch capacity than smaller vacuum cooling systems.
With six pallet positions available during each cooling cycle, the CC-VC-600 can be integrated into larger mushroom harvesting and packing operations where product needs to move rapidly from growing rooms through cooling, packing and cold storage.
Read our Vacuum Cooling Mushrooms Guide for more information about mushroom cooling cycles and post-harvest temperature management.
Lettuce & Leafy Greens
Vacuum cooling is widely used for lettuce and other leafy crops because suitable produce can be cooled rapidly throughout the load.
For commercial growers harvesting substantial volumes of lettuce, spinach and leafy vegetables, cooling capacity needs to keep pace with harvesting.
The six-pallet configuration allows larger quantities of produce to be cooled simultaneously, helping reduce the time between harvesting and reaching the required cold-chain temperature.
Read our Vacuum Cooling Lettuce Guide and Vacuum Cooling Leafy Vegetables Guide for further information.
Broccoli, Cauliflower & Vegetable Cooling
Broccoli continues to respire after harvest, making rapid field-heat removal important during post-harvest handling.
A commercial vegetable vacuum cooler can rapidly reduce the temperature of suitable vegetables before cold storage and refrigerated distribution.
The six-pallet chamber makes the CC-VC-600 particularly attractive to larger vegetable growers and packhouses that need to process multiple pallets efficiently.
Vacuum pre-cooling can also be considered for cauliflower, herbs and other suitable fresh produce depending on the application.
Up to 4,800kg Per Cooling Cycle
With capacity for six pallets loaded with up to approximately 800kg each, the CC-VC-600 can handle up to approximately 4,800kg per batch at maximum stated loading.
Actual hourly throughput will depend on:
- Product weight per pallet
- Starting temperature
- Required final temperature
- Cooling cycle time
- Loading and unloading time
- Number of operating hours
- Product characteristics
Cold Change can calculate the required vacuum cooler capacity around the customer’s required pallets per hour or tonnes per hour, helping avoid both undersizing and unnecessary oversizing.
Benefits of a 6 Pallet Vacuum Chiller
Depending on the product and application, benefits can include:
- Up to approximately 4.8 tonnes per batch
- Six pallets cooled simultaneously
- Rapid removal of field and product heat
- Typical cooling cycles of approximately 8–25 minutes
- High commercial production throughput
- Uniform cooling throughout suitable products
- Rapid post-harvest pre-cooling
- Faster movement into cold storage
- Improved cold-chain temperature management
- Support for maintaining product quality
- Potential extension of product shelf life
- Repeatable automatic cooling programs
- Reduced cooling demand on downstream cold rooms
Intelligent PLC Control
The CC-VC-600 can be supplied with a 12-inch touchscreen HMI and PLC control system designed for straightforward operator control.
The PLC can automatically manage the vacuum cooling process while the touchscreen provides operators with information about the cooling cycle.
Different cooling recipes can be programmed for different products and operating requirements.
This allows one vacuum cooling machine to process multiple suitable crops while maintaining repeatable cooling programs.
Manual control backup can also be incorporated.
Smart Remote Monitoring
Cold Change vacuum cooling systems can be supplied with an optional Smart Monitoring System.
Depending on the selected specification, remote monitoring can provide access to:
- Energy consumption
- Cooling cycle times
- Product temperature in and out
- Service alerts
- Machine alarms
- Breakdown alerts
- Historical operating information
Remote connectivity can also allow Cold Change engineers to assist with diagnostics and technical support.
Energy-Efficient System Design
Increasing machine capacity does not mean energy efficiency should be ignored.
Cold Change can optimise the vacuum pumps, refrigeration equipment and control strategy around the actual cooling duty.
System design can consider:
- Product type
- Weight per pallet
- Required pallets per hour
- Starting product temperature
- Required final temperature
- Required cooling time
- Daily production
- Operating hours
- Ambient conditions
- Available electrical supply
Energy-saving component and control options can also be incorporated where appropriate.
Refrigerant & Low-GWP Options
Cold Change can offer different refrigeration configurations according to the application, installation country and local requirements.
Lower-GWP and natural refrigerant options can be discussed where appropriate.
The refrigeration system can be selected alongside the vacuum equipment to achieve the required cooling performance while considering efficiency, environmental impact and applicable regulations.
Custom Vacuum Cooling Systems
Commercial packhouses don’t all operate with identical pallet sizes or production layouts.
Cold Change can manufacture custom vacuum cooling systems around individual customer requirements.
Systems can be configured around:
- Pallet dimensions
- Product weight
- Chamber dimensions
- Production throughput
- Cooling temperatures
- Loading arrangements
- Packhouse layout
- Refrigeration requirements
- Local electrical requirements
If your pallets, bins, trolleys or containers differ from the standard configuration, contact Cold Change to discuss a customised system.
Compare Vacuum Cooler Sizes
The correct vacuum cooler size depends on production volume and required hourly throughput.
For lower-capacity applications, consider the 2 Pallet Vacuum Cooler or 4 Pallet Vacuum Cooler.
For higher production requirements, consider the 8 Pallet Vacuum Cooler or 10 Pallet Vacuum Cooler.
View the complete Cold Change Vacuum Cooler Range to compare available capacities.
Other Pre-Cooling Technologies
Different products and production processes can require different cooling methods.
Cold Change also supplies:
Cold Change can help determine whether vacuum cooling, vacuum chilling, blast chilling or hydro cooling is the most appropriate technology for your product.
Vacuum Cooling Research & Guides
Vacuum cooling has been researched and applied across many fresh produce sectors.
For product-specific information, read our:
These guides provide further information about rapid pre-cooling for different fresh produce applications.
Why Cold Change?
Cold Change specialises in industrial vacuum cooling, vacuum chilling and rapid cold-chain technology for fresh produce and food applications.
Our systems are developed with input from British engineers with decades of combined experience in refrigeration and vacuum cooling projects across international markets.
Cold Change can support projects throughout the UK, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, North America, the Middle East, Asia and other international markets.
From compact single-pallet machines to high-capacity industrial systems, equipment can be configured around the customer’s product, required cooling time and production throughput.
6 Pallet Vacuum Cooler for Sale – Request a Quote
If you’re looking for a 6 Pallet Vacuum Cooler for sale, 6 Pallet Vacuum Chiller or high-capacity industrial vacuum cooling machine, contact Cold Change to discuss your project.
For an accurate quotation, provide:
- Product being cooled
- Weight per pallet
- Required pallets per hour
- Starting product temperature
- Required final temperature
- Pallet dimensions
- Installation country
This information allows Cold Change to determine the appropriate chamber size, vacuum pump capacity, refrigeration capacity and control configuration.
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