Messer showcases freezing and chilling capabilities for protein processing at IPPE
After making its debut in the Innovation Suite at IPPE, Messer’s proven KwikChiller is coming back to the show floor at IPPE 2026, Jan. 27–29 in Atlanta.
After making its debut in the Innovation Suite at IPPE, Messer’s proven KwikChiller is coming back to the show floor at IPPE 2026, Jan. 27–29 in Atlanta. The KwikChiller now features both freezing and chilling capabilities for protein processing.
“After successful installations that demonstrated significant yield improvements in chilling poultry in combo bins,” said Don Smiley, director of food and beverage at Messer. “We are excited to deploy the high-capacity KwikChiller for freezing applications — expanding our freezing equipment portfolio and its impact across [the] protein processing value chain.”
Developed in collaboration with poultry processors, the KwikChiller was designed to eliminate the need for CO₂ pellets when chilling fresh poultry in combo bins. Inside the Innovation Suite at IPPE 2025, Messer showcased how its rapid, uniform temperature control system improved product yield at a leading poultry facility. In addition, the inline chilling system features an integrated exhaust, offering a safer and more efficient alternative to manual CO₂ pellet handling.
“The recurring question from our customers in the 2025 Innovation Suite was, ‘Can the KwikChiller freeze too?’” Smiley said. “We were proud to say yes – and we bring you the proof of KwikChiller’s versatility. We’ve validated that the KwikChiller delivers the high production rates and product quality our customers expect, all within a compact footprint that allows customers of varying scales of production to access this novel technology.”
The KwikChiller removes up to 30% more heat than traditional freezers, making it ideal for high-throughput operations where space is at a premium. This freezing technology increases temperature uniformity throughout the product in both full freezing and cryo-assisted mechanical freezing applications. It even fits through a standard door for easy installation.
Messer’s experienced protein processing team will be at booth #C23149, ready to discuss production line challenges and share proven chilling and freezing solutions to help processors achieve their goals. Attendees can also get an exclusive first look at new innovations from Messer by pre-registering for a guided tour of the 2026 Innovation Suite.
Source: Messer
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