Case Studies
Discover how our PrecisionVac technology is transforming food operations across industries.
Rapid-Chill Key Insight – CSI offers a distinct Operational Advantage
From Challenge to Solution: Transforming Rapid Cooling
Customer Problem:
Thistle, a prepared meal manufacturer based in California, was looking to improve the efficiency of its production line, and to eliminate the bottleneck of post-cook chilling. Specifically, they needed a cutting-edge rapid cooling solution capable of handling a variety of cooked ingredients such as grains, vegetables, and proteins.
PrecisionVac (PV) Solution:
CSI deployed its PrecisionVac (PV) technology—an advanced system engineered to rapidly cool freshly cooked food products far faster than conventional cooling methods.
Customer Impact:
By integrating CSI’s PrecisionVac (PV) system, Thistle experienced a substantial increase in production throughput, thanks to the accelerated shift from cooking to packaging. The rapid cooling also enhanced food safety by quickly moving ingredients out of the temperature danger zone, helping Thistle maintain high safety and quality standards while simplifying compliance with local food safety inspections. Additionally, Thistle achieved measurable ROI through reduced labor needs, higher operational efficiency, and improved product consistency due to more even cooling across each batch.
Jordan Lichman
Director, West Coast Operations
“Cooling food faster means longer shelf life, improved product quality and reduced risk of foodborne illness.”
Challenges Facing Food Operations Today
Relying on third-party suppliers:
Companies currently depend on pre-marinated proteins from suppliers to meet their needs for flavor-treated products.Barriers to in-house preparation:
Brining and marinating in-house is impractical due to time constraints, high refrigeration demands, and disruption to kitchen workflows.Limitations of current solutions:
While convenient, supplier products are costly, lower in quality, lack menu customization, and are subject to sudden discontinuation.Ready to Solve Your Food Operation Challenges?
Contact our team today to discuss how our PrecisionVac (PV) technology can transform your food operations.
