India, May 26 -- Strayfield, a global leader in industrial radio frequency (RF) solutions, showcased its latest defrosting technologies at IFFA 2025-the world's leading trade fair for the meat and alternative protein industry. With a legacy dating back to 1968, the company continues to set industry benchmarks in RF-based heating and drying. At the event, Director Mr Amol Monga shared insights into Strayfield's technological evolution, latest innovations, and expanding global reach.
Pioneers in RF defrosting technology
"We are pioneers in radio frequency industrial solutions," said Mr Monga. "Back in 1968, we were one of the first companies to introduce RF for industrial heating and drying applications."
With over five decades of experience, Strayfield has fine-tuned its solutions for various sectors. At IFFA, the company focused on its advanced defrosting system explicitly designed for the meat industry. "We have brought our demo defrosting unit here, which can bring frozen meat from minus 18degC to minus 1degC or 2degC-or even lower-within minutes," he explained. "It's a huge leap in productivity and output quality."
Revolutionizing defrosting: From days to minutes
According to Mr Monga, traditional defrosting processes typically require one to two days, which increases the risk of bacterial growth and product loss. Strayfield's RF defrosting system achieves the same results in just 15-20 minutes. "Our solution replaces batch-based operations with a continuous, conveyorized process-making it vastly more efficient," he noted.
Strayfield's solutions cater to frozen, cooked, and value-added meat products and are being adopted globally. "We are headquartered in India and also have a strong base in the UK. Our machines are already running in Australia, Europe, the USA, and Japan," he added.
Engineered to the highest global standards
Strayfield's commitment to quality and compliance is reflected in its manufacturing approach. "We are the only truly CE-compliant RF manufacturer in this space," Mr Monga asserted. "Thanks to our proprietary filter-at-source RF oscillator design, we meet EMC norms that most others cannot."
The company's machines are built using fully welded stainless steel structures, based on hygienic design principles perfected over four decades. "There are no modular shortcuts-everything is designed and manufactured in-house to ensure complete quality control," he added.
Innovations highlighted at IFFA 2025
Among the key innovations presented at IFFA 2025 were Strayfield's filtered RF source, low-density electromagnetic field design, double-ended electrode output, and a continuously moving electrode mechanism. "These combined features allow us to deliver 20-30% higher productivity than comparable systems," said Mr Monga.
Not only do these technologies improve processing speed and consistency, but they also preserve the texture and quality of meat products, making them ideal for high-standard applications.
Integrated Automation for Seamless Operations
Efficiency, according to Monga, is at the core of Strayfield's value proposition. "We provide more than just machines-we deliver fully integrated, automated solutions," Mr Monga explained. Strayfield's defrosting systems can be seamlessly incorporated into existing production lines. "We have done this successfully for clients around the world over the past 30 years."
A sustainable solution for a responsible industry
With sustainability becoming a top priority for meat processors worldwide, Strayfield's RF systems offer an eco-friendly alternative to conventional defrosting. "Our machines don't use water, refrigerants, or gas. They run entirely on electricity," Mr Monga emphasized. "If clients use solar power, the entire process becomes carbon neutral. We also drastically reduce drip loss, which means less waste."
This positions Strayfield's solutions as both economically and environmentally sound, aligning with today's stringent ESG goals.
Europe: A strategic growth market
According to Mr Monga, Europe remains a key focus area in Strayfield's global expansion strategy. "This region is central to deep processing, where many of the world's top meat processors are located," he noted. "At IFFA, we are building strategic partnerships-not just with end users but also with local distributors and agents-so we can stay close to our customers and serve them better."
Industry trends and the shift to in-line solutions
Strayfield's presence at IFFA also offered insight into evolving industry trends. "We are seeing a clear shift away from conventional batch defrosting, which consumes significant energy, water, and time," said Mr Monga. "There is a clear shift toward conveyor-based, in-line systems that deliver higher efficiency with a lower environmental footprint."
This evolution is also driven by rising demand for health-conscious, convenience foods that require fast, reliable, and hygienic processing.
An overwhelming response at IFFA 2025
Reflecting on the experience at IFFA, Mr Monga shared his excitement. "The response has been terrific. As you can see, we are very, very busy," he said. "We've had a constant flow of visitors and inquiries. Many international buyers have shared genuine challenges that our technology is uniquely equipped to solve."
He emphasized the value of in-person engagement, "Our biggest takeaway from IFFA 2025 is the impact of face-to-face interaction. Demonstrating our solutions live is far more effective than any virtual meeting. That personal connection is irreplaceable."
Strayfield's showcase at IFFA 2025 not only highlighted its technical leadership in RF technology but also emphasized its commitment to sustainable innovation, global collaboration, and customer-centric engineering. As the meat processing industry progresses toward faster, cleaner, and more efficient solutions, Strayfield remains firmly at the forefront - shaping the future of defrosting and processing solutions worldwide.
Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from FoodTechBiz.