AKDI-FRZ-0003
Asset Name
Cryogenic Nitrogen Tunnel Freezer
Asset ID
AKDI-FRZ-0003
Certification No.
DAG-2026-0017
Manufacturer
Custom Fabricated
Model
Cryogenic LN₂ Tunnel Freezer
Summary
The Cryogenic Nitrogen Tunnel Freezer (AKDI-FRZ-0003) is a high-capacity industrial freezing system designed for rapid temperature reduction of food products using liquid nitrogen (LN₂). The unit features an approximate 60-inch wide conveyor and 38-foot tunnel length, providing substantial throughput capacity for continuous food production operations.
The system is constructed of stainless steel and designed for food-grade environments, supporting high-volume freezing applications. The wider conveyor configuration allows for increased product flow and throughput compared to standard tunnel systems.
This asset serves as a primary freezing component within the AKDI production environment, supporting frozen food production processes including Kroger “Deli Fresh” Pizza and Centreville Foods Pot Pie programs. The production sequence may continue through downstream packaging operations such as flow wrapping, shrink sealing, cartoning, and x-ray inspection.
As a high-capacity freezing system, this asset is considered mission-critical infrastructure, directly supporting production throughput, product quality, and operational flexibility within the AKDI facility.
Asset Overview (Standalone)
This cryogenic tunnel freezer utilizes liquid nitrogen (LN₂) to achieve ultra-rapid freezing, minimizing ice crystal formation and preserving product texture, yield, and quality across a wide range of frozen food applications.
The unit features a straight tunnel configuration with an approximate 60-inch belt width and 38-foot overall length, allowing for substantial throughput and efficient freezing performance. The system integrates conveyor transport, nitrogen injection, exhaust management, and control systems within a stainless steel enclosure designed for continuous operation in food production environments.
As a fabricated system, the unit is designed for durability and reliability and provides high-capacity freezing capability suitable for prepared meals, proteins, and bakery applications.
Key Features
Cryogenic freezing using liquid nitrogen (LN₂)
Approximate 38-foot tunnel length
60-inch wide conveyor system
High-capacity throughput configuration
Stainless steel food-grade construction
Continuous production operation
Integrated nitrogen injection and exhaust systems
Operational Role (Standalone)
This asset functions as a primary freezing system, rapidly reducing product temperature following production and preparing product for downstream handling, packaging, or storage while maintaining product integrity and consistency.
Integrated System Role (AKDI Production)
This cryogenic tunnel freezer operates within the AKDI production environment and supports frozen food manufacturing processes tied to customer programs including Kroger “Deli Fresh” Pizza and Centreville Foods Pot Pie production.
Where deployed within a production sequence, the system performs the initial freezing stage prior to packaging operations such as flow wrapping, shrink sealing, cartoning, and x-ray inspection.
System Importance
This asset is considered mission-critical infrastructure within the AKDI facility. As a high-capacity freezing component, it directly supports production throughput, product quality, and operational flexibility. Disruption of this system would materially impact production capacity and downstream processing operations.
Valuation (Standalone Asset)
Fair Market Value (FMV):
$250,000 – $400,000
Orderly Liquidation Value (OLV):
$160,000 – $280,000
Forced Liquidation Value (FLV):
$130,000 – $220,000
Replacement Value
The estimated replacement cost for a comparable cryogenic nitrogen tunnel freezer of similar size, capacity, and configuration is significantly higher than the current market value of this asset.
A new cryogenic tunnel freezer featuring an approximate 60-inch belt width and 38-foot length, with integrated LN₂ injection, controls, and conveyor systems, would typically range between:
$800,000 – $1,300,000+, depending on manufacturer, specifications, and installation requirements.
This estimate includes fabrication and system components but excludes installation, rigging, utility connections, and facility modifications, which can materially increase total project cost.
DAG Certification Statement
This asset has been cataloged and assigned a unique Asset ID under the DAG Asset Registry system. The information presented reflects a good-faith assessment of the asset’s configuration, condition, and market value as of the certification date.