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Frozen in Time Ltd

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York Road Industrial Park,
Sheriff Hutton,
York,
North Yorkshire,
YO60 6RZ,
United Kingdom

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HS/HSL Range

Our HS range includes a variety of advanced feature models suitable for high end pharmaceutical, clean room, pilot and production use. Features of the HS range include advanced temperature, pressure and time control, as well as easy recipe development and optimisation.

HS/HSL-1

The HS-1 offers the excellent  performance for technology transfer activities, research and development with a 0.45m² shelf area.  

 

Easy recipe development: quality and adaptation of the temperature sensors (shelf, product and condenser) and vacuum.  

 

Temperature, pressure, time control and recipe optimisation capability.  

 

The HS-1 is the -55ºC version and the HSL-1 is the -85ºC.  

 

This lower temperature range is much more suitable for working with biological samples or products with very low eutectic or collapse points. 

 

Applications: 

 

Development of biological, pharmaceutical and food products 

Small batches for clinical trials 

Production in pilot plants 

Functional food research 

Preservation of diagnosis kits 

HS/HSL-2

The HS-2 is the next size up. Both sizes as standard come with micro processor manual control panel that can be automated via PC software.  

 

This allowing programming of automated recipes and data logging.  

As mentioned above this model comes standard with the same control system as the HS-1.  

 

Both these size ranges can be ordered with fully automated touch screen controls. Ideal for like for like scaling up to production freezedrier control systems.  

 

This will include automated valve operation and automated vial closing. Giving the possibility of initial vacuum test and pressure rise test with the isolation valve. 

 

Applications: 

 

Development of biological, pharmaceutical and food products 

Small batches for clinical trials 

Production in pilot plants 

Functional food research 

Preservation of diagnosis kits 

HS/HSL-3

The HS-3 follows on, both the HS-3 and the HS-4 come standard with fully automated touchscreen control systems.  

 

We guarantee: shelf flatness, high quality components, rapid shelf heating and cooling rates etc.  

 

Flexible use: high capacity for working with bulk materials, option to attach manifolds.  

 

Also different sizes and types of vials.  

 

Robustness: laboratory equipment with industrial finish (easy to clean, stainless steel chamber, condenser and plates) and industrial components (sensors, vacuum pump, exchangers, etc.) 

 

Applications: 

 

Development of biological, pharmaceutical and food products 

Small batches for clinical trials 

Production in pilot plants 

Functional food research 

Preservation of diagnosis kits 

HS/HSL-4

Reliable operation: control system via Omron PLC with a touch screen user interface.  

 

Option to save developed recipes and export data to other platforms (Excel, etc). 

 

 Possibility to carry out optimisation studies for new formulae (scale up). 

 

Each size is available with -85ºC refrigeration.  

 

There is the possibility of adding extra shelves into the drying chambers if shelf spacing can be reduced. 

 

Applications: 

 

Development of biological, pharmaceutical and food products 

Small batches for clinical trials 

Production in pilot plants 

Functional food research 

Preservation of diagnosis kits 

F Series Range

Our dedicated food and industrial freeze drying range, the F series are ideal for large scale operations where the entire freeze drying process is completed in a single machine from freezing to final product. Available in capacities from 13kg to 1000kg per 24/hour cycle, all units can be configured to suit your site, production requirements and budget.

F-13 Freeze Drier

Frozen in Time has been developing and manufacturing freeze drying equipment since 1993.  

The F series start from 13kg to 1000kg /24 hour cycle.  

The F 13 is available in manual or fully automated modes. 

F-25 Freeze Drier

These production series freeze driers are designed for food or industrial processes. The entire process from initial freezing to final drying can be done in a single preprogrammed cycle within an F-series freeze drier.

F-50 Freeze Drier

Frozen in time freeze dryers are controlled by OMRON PLC with touch screen controls which provide recipe programming and storage and data logging and analysis tools, with remote access options for online monitoring and service. 

All our freeze dryers are fully supported with a range of technical services from our service department. 

F-100 Freeze Drier

Alternatively, if you have your own service engineers, we are able to train them in the care and maintenance of the equipment. 

Installation and operator training is standard on all of our larger scale freeze driers. 

D Series Range

Our D Series  series includes machines suitable for a wide range of uses, including archaeology, freeze drying flowers, document recovery and taxidermy. Available in a range of sizes and specifications, they can be configured to suit the needs of any application.

D-Series Small Freeze Drier

This small scale freeze drier is well suited for archaeological preservation of small objects.  

Frozen in Time have also built large scale freeze driers for water damaged document recovery and freeze dried flower producers.  

They are always built to order to suit the user’s requirements.  

The model D6/14 in the D range refers to the size of the product chamber, the 6 being 0.6m in diameter and 14 being 1.4m long.  

Certain products require special chamber configurations and loading systems. 

D-Series Medium Freeze Drier

This medium scale freeze drier is ideally suited for archaeological preservation of medium sized objects.  

 

Frozen in Time have also built large scale freeze driers for water damaged document recovery and freeze dried flower producers.  

 

They are always built to order to suit the user’s requirements.  

 

The model D9/25 in the D range refers to the size of the product chamber, the 9 being 0.9m in diameter and 25 being 2.5m long.  

 

Certain products require special chamber configurations and loading systems. 

D-Series Large Freeze Drier

This larger scale freeze drier is ideally suited for archaeological preservation of large objects.  

 

Frozen in Time have also built large scale freeze driers for water damaged document recovery and freeze dried flower producers.  

 

They are always built to order to suit the user’s requirements.  

 

The model D16/50 in the D range refers to the size of the product chamber, the 16 being 1.6m in diameter and 50 being 5m long.  

 

Certain products require special chamber configurations and loading systems. 

FR Series Range

The FR range takes the F series and adds radiative heating and a rapid load/unload trolley system to fully fit in your production process from cold store to dry store. 

Available in the same sizes and capacities as the F series and all units can be configured to suit your site, production requirements and budget. 

FR-250 Freeze Dryer

Supplied with a rapid load/unload trolley system and featuring radiative heating the FR-series has been designed with industry needs in mind. The product can quickly go from cold storage to drier to dry storage with ease. 

 

All our freeze dryers are fully supported with a range of technical services from our service department. 

 

Alternatively, if you have your own service engineers, we are able to train them in the care and maintenance of the equipment. 

FR-500 Freeze Dryer

Installation and operator training is standard on all of our larger scale freezedriers. 

 

This includes operation and programming of control systems and PC software where applicable, and instruction on basic care and maintenance. 

 

We aim to support your system long after installation and regular scheduled maintenance is the best way to ensure the equipment continues to function as intended. 

FR-1000 Freeze Dryer

Depending on the system and requirements, this can include replacement of consumables such as gaskets, refrigerant charging, instrument calibration, leak testing, shelf and sterilization mapping, and vacuum oil change. 

 

All of our units can be configured to suit the site, production requirements or budget. 

 

Units are generally water cooled but can be made air cooled if the internal location allows. 

Lablyo Accessory Range

The Lablyo series of benchtop and floor standing lyophilizers are designed to be used with our wide range of accessories. 

From basic trays, vacuum pumps and shelving to heated racks and vial stoppering the range accommodates a wide variety of possible laboratory freeze drying applications. 

 

Should your specific application not be catered for we also design and build bespoke accessories for requirements. 

Acrylic Drying Chamber

Standard size freeze drying chamber for the Lablyo series of machines.  

 

Compatible with all Lablyo models except the Extra. 

 

300mm diameter 

400mm tall 

8mm wall thickness 

 

Product shown with two L-gaskets (supplied separately)

Adjustable 6-Shelf Rack

Standard aluminium shelf rack to fit inside our acrylic drying chamber and the product chamber of the Lablyo Plus. 

 

270mm diameter shelves 

6 fully removable shelves 

Adjustable shelf spacing 

2mm thick anodized aluminium supports 

1.5mm thick anodized aluminium shelves 

Aluminium Tray

Standard aluminium tray to fit any of our shelf systems. Ideal for holding vials, loose product, etc. 

 

230mm diameter 

20mm depth 

1mm thick anodized aluminium 

 

Supplied in single units, please order the appropriate number of trays for your requirements. 

Silicone L-Gaskets

Standard silicone L-Gaskets for vacuum sealing drying chamber, lids, etc. 

 

Supplied in pairs as standard. 

 

Different sizes available on request.  

Multidriers Range

The Multidrier range are smaller machines ideal for compact spaces & small production runs. They are highly versatile can be used in a variety of applications. 

 

They are available in a variety of configurations and can be catered to suit your requirements. 

Multidrier

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The Multidrier will freeze dry up to 10kg of product over 7 day cycle. This is well suited for delicate products that require longer drying cycles such as flowers. 

 

Available with a variety of tray configurations such as aluminium mesh, solid stainless steel or as per customer requirements. 

 

Applications 

Waterlogged Documents 

Flowers 

Archaeological Artefacts 

Pet food 

About us

Since 1992, Frozen in Time Ltd has focused on designing, developing, manufacturing, and installing freeze dryers and vacuum cold traps for a wide range of applications.

Today, we provide machinery to customers across various industries worldwide and are highly regarded globally for our quality, value, and exceptional service.

Our skilled design engineers are ready to assist you, ensuring that whatever your needs, Frozen in Time will provide the perfect solution at the right price.

Our Range Includes:

HS/HSL

Our HS range offers advanced models designed for high-end pharmaceutical applications, clean rooms, pilot studies, and production environments. These models feature precise control over temperature, pressure, and time, along with user-friendly tools for recipe development and optimisation.

F Series

Our specialised F series freeze dryers for food and industrial use are perfect for large-scale operations, handling the entire process—from freezing to the final product—in a single machine. With capacities ranging from 13kg to 1000kg per 24-hour cycle, each unit can be customized to match your site, production needs, and budget.

D Series

Our D Series offers versatile machines suitable for various applications, including archaeology, flower preservation, document recovery, and taxidermy. With a variety of sizes and specifications, they can be tailored to meet the requirements of any project. 

FR Series 

The FR range builds on the F series by incorporating radiative heating and a rapid load/unload trolley system, seamlessly integrating into your production process from cold storage to dry storage. Available in the same sizes and capacities as the F series, each unit can be customized to fit your site, production needs, and budget.

Multidriers Range

The Multidrier range features compact machines designed for small spaces and smaller production runs. Highly versatile, they are suitable for a wide range of applications. Available in various configurations, they can be tailored to meet your specific needs.

Select Frozen in Time for top-quality commercial freeze dryers tailored to your needs, all at highly competitive prices. Each machine is designed and built in the UK by a team of expert engineers in an ISO:9001 certified facility.

Explore our main product range, featuring a variety of machines in different sizes and specifications, all backed by a thorough 12-month warranty. We also provide a custom manufacturing service to create machines tailored to the specific needs of any application.

With over 25 years of experience, we have been producing freeze dryers for clients in various sectors, including laboratories, pharmaceutical companies, archaeologists, food processors, and manufacturers across diverse industries.

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