Protein Problem Solver: Crust-freezing of deli logs aids in slicing
West Liberty Foods LLC, (West Liberty, Iowa) is known for state-of-the-art hygienic practices throughout its high-speed meat-processing facilities. The Mount Pleasant, Iowa, plant packages a range of cooked protein products for major brands and deli retailers, which demand high-quality repeatability on stacked, fluffed and shingled slices.
To increase slicing productivity, plant manager Dave Greiwe reviewed upstream crust chilling operations with assistance from Linde North America (Murray Hill, N.J.). Griewe’s experience in meat and frozen food spans nearly 30 years — about half in quality control, so the investigation naturally centered on controlling variability.