A freezer is that one piece of equipment a business cannot be missed. It is a necessity. That’s for good reason.
There’s nothing like a freezer’s capacity to keep products and foods in their best quality.
A commercial freezer is built for a busy setting. Unlike its domestic counterpart, a commercial refrigerator performs well despite constant, repetitive use throughout the day.
Commercial freezers are significantly more pricey than their domestic counterpart. Longevity and consistency are the reason for this.
From the doors to shelving to coils, commercial-grade equipment are built to withstand constant use in a commercial setting. Their robust features cost more to build. Plus, most professional-grade freezers have bigger built which adds up to the manufacturing cost.
Drawer freezers
A drawer freezer is designed after conventional drawers. It is accessible from above; allowing you to organise, find and grab the items via doors. These commercial freezers often feature multiple doors, compartments and dividers.
You can also install refrigerated drawer freezers into cabinetry for enhanced aesthetics. Some manufacturers offer bespoke designs so the freezer comes in with cabinetry.
A drawer freezer can significantly improve business operations by keeping items well-organised, within reach and easy to grab. It is the ideal storage for ingredients, spices and condiments.
Upright freezers
Upright freezers are the right fit for businesses with limited floor space. Although these equipment are a bit more expensive than chest models, they can provide significant storage capacity.
Upright freezers have more shelving capacity (often with adjustable organisation) compare to chest freezers. Unlike chest freezers, upright-style refrigerators have front-opening doors. They stand vertically allowing you to stash them in limited space.
While a chest freezer’s feature is limited to freezing and internal lighting, an upright freezer usually has more features. An upright refrigerator has different freezing modes, adjustable compartments, exterior control capacity, and many more.
Chest freezers
These commercial kitchen equipment are more affordable compared to vertical models. They are a staple in restaurants and buffets and use freezing items in bulk.
A chest freezer can be your dedicated space for everything that needed freezing. Its low profile design and wide build are ideal for stocking meat, vegetables, fruits, and ingredients. They can also house your pre-prepped ingredients or meals.
Portable freezer
Due to their compact and portable design, these freezers are considered add-on equipment in bakeries and pizzerias. This freezer type usually has the features of a traditional freezer but is significantly smaller. It is also equipped with internal lighting, shelving, thermostat, among others.
Since they are considerably smaller than conventional freezers, these equipment are commonly used for smaller items. The size of these freezers makes them easy to move around the workspace.
Undercounter freezer
Shorter than full-sized freezers, these equipment are designed to fit under common counters’ heights, hence, their name. Not only their practical, but they are also capable of providing a reliable refrigeration solution.
These units are sometimes called “lowboy refrigerators” or “low-profile horizontal freezers”. Due to their low-profile design, these equipment only take up minimal space. You don't have to dedicate a huge area to them so you will be able to put together a cleaner layout.
Walk in freezer
A walk-in freezer (sometimes called a cold room) is a refrigerated room or a bigger equipment where you can walk in to store and organise items. It is ideal for bakeries and pizzerias that have a huge volume of stock.
Just like conventional freezers, you can adjust the temperature in a cold room. Due to inevitable high traffic and repeated use in commercial usage, it is important that the walk-in cold room's door is built to endure maximum stress. The hinges must be heavy duty and doorframes must be reinforced.
Commercial display freezer
Display freezers are uniquely designed with glass casings for optimal visibility of the items inside. You can commonly see these equipment in grocery stores, convenience stores and cafes.
When used in stores, a display freezer entices customers and increases impulse sales. In professional kitchens, the equipment allows full visibility of products and ingredients so staff can grab what they need with ease.
Workbench freezers
This type of freezer is designed to double as a workbench. On its top is a smooth surface where you can do all the food-prepping magic. In the bottom are refrigerated compartments where you can store and organise temperature-sensitive products.
The design of a workbench freezer makes food-making more streamlined. For example, if your menu includes foods that involve a lot of assembling, then you’ll definitely benefit from a workbench freezer.
You can assemble the foods right on the fridge, whilst having access to the ingredients from below.
Blast freezer
Commercial blast freezers let you freeze bulk items in minutes without affecting the quality of the foods and products. A blast freezer works by blasting called air into the products so they rapidly freeze.
By blast freezing, there's no time for bacteria to grow. This helps lock in freshness and avoid faster food spoilage. With it, the items' natural moisture is retained, so you're freezing them without sacrificing quality.
Which freezer to pick?
As businesses have different requirements and demands, there is no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to choosing a commercial freezer for a business.
Some things to consider:
- • Pick an equipment that fits your dedicated space for it. Make sure to have a spacial allowance.
- • Think of your dishes. What type of freezer do you need for them? For example, if the intention is to store to meat and ingredients in bulk, then consider having a chest freezer.
- • Know the energy efficiency of your prospective equipment. Pick one that has the best energy efficiency rating.
- • Ask your provider about the guarantee and warranty. Consider financing options if possible.
The best brands of commercial freezers are offered here at Federal Hospitality Equipment
Over the decades, we strive to provide quality, high-performance and innovative freezer solutions that match specific business requirements. Not sure which freezer type to pick? We can walk you through available options. Just call 1300 659 409 for assistance.
We carry Australia’s most trusted freezer brands including Italia Cool, Primax, Temperate Thermaster and many more. We offer conventional commercial freezers, drawer refrigerators, low-boy equipment, refrigerated benches, chest freezers, and vertical refrigerators.
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