Blast Chillers

Commercial blast chillers and shock freezers for restaurants, catering operations, bakeries and HACCP-compliant kitchens across Australia — rapid-chill and blast-freeze cycles that drop cooked food from +70°C to +3°C within 90 minutes or to -18°C for full freeze, protecting food safety and extending shelf life. Our range covers countertop 3-tray units through to 7-tray and 14-tray upright cabinets from Italiacool, Thermaster and other commercial cold-chain brands. For broader commercial freezing and cold storage, see our commercial freezers range. Equipment available for in-store inspection at our Granville NSW showroom.

Popular picks include the Italiacool Blast Chiller & Shock Freezer DO5 — a high-capacity unit suited to mid-volume restaurant and catering operations — and the compact Thermaster 3-Tray Blast Chiller 33L (DGT3) for cafés and smaller kitchens.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between a blast chiller and a shock freezer? A blast chiller rapidly cools food from +70°C to +3°C (chilled, not frozen) — suits prepped meals, pastries and proteins held for service. A shock freezer takes food from +70°C down to -18°C (hard frozen) for long-term storage. Many commercial units operate in both modes; look for a "combined blast chiller/shock freezer" if you need both functions.

Do I need a blast chiller for HACCP compliance in Australia? Australian food safety regulations (FSANZ Standard 3.2.2) require food to pass through the temperature danger zone (5°C–60°C) as quickly as possible. A blast chiller is the most reliable way to achieve rapid cool-down for cooked batches, making it essential for commercial kitchens preparing food ahead of service and for any cook-chill or cook-freeze production model.

What size blast chiller do I need? Match tray count to your largest batch: 3-tray (15–33L) suits cafés and small restaurants. 7-tray suits mid-volume restaurants and catering. 14-tray and above suits hotels, institutional kitchens and large catering operations. Rule of thumb: your blast chiller should match or exceed the capacity of your largest oven load.

Can a blast chiller also be used as a standard freezer? No — blast chillers are designed for high-speed thermal cycling, not continuous storage. After a blast or shock cycle, food should be transferred to a standard commercial freezer or chiller for storage. For storage freezers, browse our commercial freezers.

Do you deliver blast chillers Australia-wide? Yes — freight to all states. Blast chillers ship palletised; larger upright cabinets typically require tail-gate delivery and a clear path to the install point. Sydney metro customers can also view units at our Granville NSW showroom.

What warranty do blast chillers carry? Warranty varies by brand and model — most carry a 12-month parts and labour Australian warranty. See our warranty information page for full terms by brand.