If you’ve never heard of zongzi, now is a great time to get acquainted. These delicious, pyramid-shaped sticky rice dumplings are the signature food of the Dragon Boat Festival, one of China’s oldest and most colorful traditional holidays, celebrated in early June.

For many outside of Asia, the Dragon Boat Festival is not widely known—but its history and flavors are worth discovering. Originally held to commemorate the ancient poet Qu Yuan, the festival is marked by vibrant boat races, cultural celebrations, and the widespread enjoyment of zongzi, which are typically made with glutinous rice filled with meats, egg yolks, or sweet bean paste, then wrapped in bamboo leaves and steamed.

But as demand for zongzi grows during the season—especially from supermarkets, food brands, and importers—reliable refrigeration and cold storage becomes essential.

As a professional manufacturer of refrigeration equipment, ARTECO supports food producers, distributors, and cold chain logistics companies with high-performance solutions such as condensing units, cold room panels, and air coolers. Whether you're storing large batches of zongzi in cold rooms or transporting them across regions, our refrigeration systems help maintain optimal freshness, hygiene, and shelf life.

Zongzi may be rooted in ancient tradition, but preserving them relies on modern innovation.

At ARTECO, we’re proud to help food businesses around the world meet seasonal demand while delivering taste and safety to their customers—whether it’s during the Dragon Boat Festival or any other cultural event. Because behind every traditional flavor is a cooling solution that keeps it fresh.

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