The intense heat waves that marked 2024 have driven the demand for efficient refrigeration systems, especially in the food sector. Keeping food at the right temperatures is essential not only to ensure consumer safety, but also to avoid stock losses, reduce costs and optimize energy consumption.

Proper refrigeration slows the growth of microorganisms that cause food spoilage, extending its shelf life during storage and transportation. In addition, correctly maintaining the cold chain, from the producer to the end consumer, is essential to ensure the quality of the products that reach the table.

Refrigeration is a preservation method that uses low temperatures to slow down enzymatic reactions and the growth of microorganisms in food. This not only extends the shelf life of products, but also ensures that they maintain their quality and safety until the moment of consumption.

Drauzio Menezes, director of Hercules Motores Elétricos, highlights the importance of efficient motors in the food sector. According to him, motors with aluminum casings offer important advantages, such as better heat dissipation, lower weight and greater resistance to chemically aggressive environments, in addition to lasting longer than cast iron motors. "These devices are ideal for establishments seeking to optimize their operations, increase performance and ensure the safety of both operators and consumers," explains Menezes.

The use of these motors gives entrepreneurs more flexibility to meet specific refrigeration and freezing demands, such as in the preservation of meat and other perishable products. In addition to maintaining the health of food, efficient refrigeration reduces losses and ensures the quality of the final product, providing a competitive edge in the market. "Hercules offers a variety of single-phase, three-phase and customized motors, with high energy efficiency, compliance with NEMA and IEC standards and approval by Inmetro, ensuring their suitability for different industrial sectors", adds Menezes.