Alto-Shaam QC3-20 Worktop Blast Chiller Work Station

The Alto‑Shaam QC3‑20 Worktop Blast Chiller Work Station is a professional quality QuickChiller™ designed to rapidly and safely cool or freeze a wide variety of foods—from delicate seafood and vegetables to dense roasts and casseroles. With its intuitive 7″ touchscreen control, operators can select from multiple pre‑programmed chilling modes that adapt to food density and type, ensuring consistent, precise results with minimal effort. Rapid heat removal using low temperature and high velocity air significantly reduces the time foods spend in the critical “Danger Zone” (135°F to 40°F / 57°C to 4°C), enhancing both safety and quality.

Unlike larger reach‑in units, the QC3‑20’s worktop design preserves valuable floor space while still offering substantial chilling capacity. Place this unit against a wall or integrate it into an island configuration to create multifunctional workspace with easily accessible chilling performance right where you need it. Ideal for busy commercial kitchens, cafes, catering operations, and more, this blast chiller helps streamline production, reduce prep time, and improve operational efficiency.

Features & Benefits

• Generous Chilling Capacity – Holds up to 5 full‑size hotel pans, 5 GN 1/1 pans or 9 full‑size sheet pans in one cycle.
• Intuitive 7″ Touchscreen Control – Easy‑to‑use interface with programmable options for quick‑freeze, soft‑chill, hard‑chill, and holding modes.
• Rapid Heat Removal – Combines low temperature and high velocity airflow to drastically cut down chilling times and minimize food’s time in the food safety “Danger Zone.”
• Worktop Design Saves Space – Offers blast chilling without sacrificing valuable floor area; ideal for wall‑aligned or island kitchen setups.
• Programmed Presets – Presets tailored for specific food types reduce operator error and ensure repeatable chilling performance.
• Enhanced Food Safety Compliance – Designed to quickly move foods to chilled or frozen states within recommended HACCP/FDA guidelines.
• Robust Construction – Built with stainless steel materials and rugged refrigeration components for long‑term, heavy‑duty use.

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