Commercial Refrigeration Units

 

 

Commercial catering equipment differs from its domestic equivalents in many ways and commercial refrigeration units are no exception.  Although both domestic and commercial fridges are both designed to be in constant use, twenty four hours a day, seven days a week, they differ in a variety of ways.

 

One obvious difference is size. Domestic fridges come in a small variety of sizes where as commercial fridges come in a vast array of different shapes and sizes, from small display fridges designed to sit on a bar or counter to larger serve over refrigerated counters the likes of which can be found in delicatessens, restaurants and cafeterias.

 

Behind the scenes in the commercial kitchen the fridges need not be as aesthetically pleasing as those in full view of the public.  From tall upright units with a minimum ‘footprint’ are ideal if space is an issue, and for increased workspace, the workbench style commercial refrigeration units not only provide plenty of refrigerated storage space, but also a sturdy work surface for catering staff to prepare meals.

 

For sandwich bars & pizza bars there’s the popular ‘prep counter’ style commercial refrigeration unit.  These versatile food preparation units feature plenty of fridge space situated beneath the hygienic granite worktop. An independently refrigerated ‘topping’ shelf sits above the worktop making this commercial fridge one of the most functional and versatile pieces of commercial catering equipment available.

 

For use in bars, clubs & restaurants, a commercial wine cooler is perfect for those busy evenings where chilled white wine is often in high demand.  Chilling up to 90 standard bottles of wine whilst occupying a minimum amount of floor space means chilled wine is always available and the available floor space is utilised to maximum efficiency.

 

Many of the chest or bench style commercial fridges are fitted with front locking castors which mean they can be easily and safely moved for cleaning behind them.  On all commercial fridges you’ll find the temperature readout is conveniently located on the front of each refrigeration unit for daily temperature checks and the doors are lockable, keeping the contents safe & secure overnight.