2023/02/22
Commercial refrigeration equipment is extremely important for commercial kitchens, then, how to make sure that you are choosing the right one for your business?
To help you making a good decision, we pulled together the key considerations when finding the best commercial refrigeration equipment to match your kitchen’s purpose, size and style.
5 Things Matters
1 Your refrigerator’s storage capacity
This is an important decision; if you choose too big you will be wasting energy. Choose too small and there might not be enough space for the air to circulate and keep produce at the desired temperature. When choosing the size of your commercial refrigerator, consider the following factors:
● Your menu
● Volume of customers
● Your opening times and the amount of food stored at certain times
● Space for potential leftovers
2. The available space within your kitchen
This should be considered when designing your kitchen. If you are in the design stage of your project then take a look at our guide to designing a commercial kitchen to help plan where best your refrigerator will fit. Luckily, commercial refrigerators are available in a variety of styles and sizes that will suit your kitchen’s needs. You should also consider:
● Where your refrigerator will be placed — this could influence the type of refrigerator
● Consider the space in front — this may affect what type of doors you will need
● Choose a refrigerator that will benefit your staff and create a better environment
3. What temperature is required for your produce
This is dependent on your kitchen’s purpose, customer volume and the type of food you are offering on your menu. You will then know what produce you will be storing and at what temperature it needs to be stored safely in order to avoid bacteria contamination. Remember, you need to also ensure your refrigerator has enough space for airflow to circulate effectively and function at the ideal temperature.
4. Consider its energy efficiency
We are all looking at ways to help the planet and lower our carbon footprint, as well as save money. A commercial refrigerator is a large piece of equipment within your kitchen and can account for nearly a third of energy consumption, resulting in costly bills. It is also one of the only appliances in your kitchen to be in constant use 24 hours, 7 days a week, so you want to find an option that is both cost-effective and energy-efficient.
5. Consider the type of commercial refrigeration equipment you need
As we mentioned before, there are multiple different styles and sizes of commercial refrigerator equipment. To help you decide, we have listed the different options and benefits of each one below.
Stand-alone Fridges | Under-counter Fridge |
Great for medium to large commercial kitchens | Ideal for smaller commercial kitchens
|
Upright design | Compact design |
The most popular and recognizable style | Lightweight compared to other refrigerators |
A large capacity | Most models have solid doors |
Low energy footprint | Provide fast access to supplies |
Flexible configuration with movable shelves | They don’t take up any counter space |
Double-door models available | They cause minimal disruption as they are tucked out of the way |
Popular for front of house layouts or low demand kitchens. | |
Refrigerated Counters | Cold Rooms |
Great for smaller commercial kitchens | Great for big spaces or kitchens that have additional rooms |
Waist-high in height | Can store large volumes of food |
A multi-purpose unit with chilled under counter storage and worktop space | Provides a chilled storage space |
Made with a durable, stainless steels surface | Can be an internal or remote unit |
Finding the right commercial refrigeration equipment
At Eddysen, we pride ourselves on manufacturing and supplying quality equipment for the hospitality and catering industry. If you are unsure which commercial refrigeration equipment is right for your kitchen, our team can advise on suitable and sustainable solutions. If you are distributors that are looking for partnerships, you are warmly welcome to contact shirlin2018@gmail.com
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