24 Nov Commercial Refrigeration: What You Need To Know
You want to give every customer an outstanding eating experience. So, you’ve invested in the best catering equipment and the tools you need to keep them hungry for more.
But first, you need to tackle an even bigger challenge: keeping food fresh.
Commercial refrigeration allows businesses like you to stop worrying about keeping food fresh and focus on what you do best—keeping your customers happy. Here’s what you should know about commercial refrigeration and how to choose the perfect units for your needs.
Why You Need Reliable Refrigeration and Temperature Control
There’s home refrigeration, and then there’s commercial refrigeration, which is to say that the fridge you use at home is not the fridge your business needs to thrive.
For one thing, businesses have to be concerned with food safety. Bacteria can easily flourish as food reaches room temperature, which means you need refrigeration in order to serve customers safely—especially as you fly through your busy period.
Commercial refrigeration units are also designed to handle the frequent ebb and flow of traffic. All while maintaining temperature consistency across a large amount of food. That way, your staff can come and go easily without worrying about food spoilage as a byproduct of doing their jobs.
Types of Commercial Refrigeration for Foodservice Establishments
Because commercial refrigeration units are designed for different jobs, there are several different types of refrigeration units to choose from based on the task at hand. Some common units include:
- Reach-in refrigerators
- Walk-in coolers
- Under-counter refrigerators
- Upright refrigerators
- Worktop refrigerators
- Glass door merchandisers
- Open-air coolers
There are even specialised units designed for specific tasks, like cake refrigeration units designed to keep cakes shelf-stable without the risk of spoilage.
However, the two most common options are the classic reach-in refrigerator and the walk-in cooler. Reach-in refrigerators remain the ideal choice for storing dairy and eggs, while walk-in units are best for bulk storage.
What Hospitality Venues Should Consider When Purchasing
Before you buy (or lease) any unit that catches your eye, keep in mind that commercial refrigeration works best when it’s specialised to the task. The right refrigeration unit for your business depends on things like:
- What type of food you’ll store
- How much food you’ll need to store
- How often you’ll use it
- What temperatures you’ll need to maintain
Start by asking what type of food you need to store. Then how much of it you’ll store based on the size of your business. A deli storing sandwich components needs different refrigeration than a bakery. Both of them need different units from a restaurant.
Commercial Refrigeration You Can Trust
No matter what type of commercial refrigeration you need to get the job done, we’re here to get the job done right.
We offer a wide variety of commercial refrigeration products perfect for every type of foodservice business, as well as an expert maintenance team to ensure your unit is always ready for action when you need it most. So if you’re ready to focus on wowing your customers, make sure to check out our available units for lease today.
