The CNSRV DC:02 uses controlled water agitation and temperature regulation to improve heat transfer across the full surface of packaged food. This allows kitchens to defrost or chill product in less than half the time of traditional running-water methods while using ~98% less water.

Defrost:

Fill a plugged sink or container with cold water to the minimum fill line and select Defrost. The DC:02 circulates water at a controlled velocity to maintain even contact and consistent temperatures, safely accelerating thawing by up to 2× while keeping water temperatures within food-safety limits.

Chill:

Fill with cold water (add ice if needed) and select Chill. Continuous circulation increases heat removal, helping pull food back through the temperature danger zone faster and more consistently than a static ice bath.

CNSRV DC:02 is NSF listed for food contact and can be easily cleaned/sanitized following the CNSRV user guide.

This is a great question that depends on a few factors. You can use our savings calculator tool to plug in information on your local water rates and how often you defrost to see what your savings look like. Unlike most commercial kitchen equipment, CNSRV DC:02 pays for itself in usage while offering other tremendous operational benefits as well.

CNSRV DC:02 is a flexible system that can be run in 18" prep sinks and larger. For unique set ups or questions on best practices, please reach out to us to discuss.

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