Commercial Refrigeration Blog

Even the most advanced commercial refrigeration equipment encounters problems after years of use. With proper care, parts may still require replacement or upgrade. In addition, maintenance needs to be performed to ensure a commercial refrigerator cools as it should, maintains its efficiency, and doesn’t have premature failure of expensive parts. If a unit isn’t working the way it was intended, it’s time to call in a refrigeration mechanic. Since commercial refrigeration units can require extensive and complicated repairs, it is important to choose a mechanic that is ready to tackle any problem. Before picking up the phone, utilize these tips...

Any grocery store or convenience store owner knows that running commercial refrigeration equipment in their store is bound to increase energy costs. However, there are several ways to keep these costs down. If you are looking at the latest models in commercial refrigeration, it is natural to lean towards an old staple. A quick review of a variety of units could prove to be useful to keep your energy costs to a minimum.  Before you purchase or install any self-contained unit, you should consider a few specific things about the unit itself and the design of your space. Let’s explore how eliminating...

Walk in freezers are essential to service businesses all across the United States. As a store owner or manager, your primary goal is to maintain your machine to run efficiently for a long period. Therefore, it is important that you understand exactly what will help maintain your commercial walk-in freezers; extending its life significantly. In this article, we’ll take a look at eight tips that will help prolong the life of your walk-in freezer. Let’s get started. Check often for evidence that your doors are sealing tightly. To test the seal of your door, simply close the door on a piece of...

Any restaurateur or grocery store owner knows the importance of an efficient commercial refrigerator. Not only does a more efficient refrigeration unit maintain a consistent temperature that keeps food and beverages cool and meats at safe temperatures, but an efficient system also helps save in energy costs. With these easy steps, you can quickly boost your commercial refrigerator’s efficiency. All refrigeration units rely on circulation for cooling. In order for the air to circulate properly, the fan that works with the compressor and evaporator to cool the air needs to be clean and free of obstructions. Over time, dust can accumulate on...

As an owner or manager of a commercial space that caters to food, it is essential to the success of your business to maximize space in your kitchen, store, or restaurant. A common complaint among those requiring commercial refrigeration for their company is the lack of or loss of space when the product is installed. This problem can be two-fold, affecting the interior of the refrigerator as well as the exterior space in your kitchen or store. Consideration of how the size and shape of the refrigerator affect your area can give way to more efficient placement that could be instrumental in...

There are several factors to consider when deciding on what type of walk in cooler to buy. Before you purchase or install a long door walk in display cooler, you’ll want to understand what each one offers. These types of commercial coolers are essential to a thriving business. Before you purchase it's important to understand how these coolers can increase your marketable space and allow for proper refrigeration. Let’s explore how the design of a long door walk in display cooler plays an integral role for your inventory. Walk in display coolers are made up of three components: the glass door, the...

In this article we will be highlighting best practices for commercial food storage in restaurants, grocery stores, and food storage applications. Lately this has been a hot topic in the news. It's far too often an occurrence where we've seen in the news a food product recall in a wide range of commercial food manufacturing venues. Take for example the recent outbreak of food borne illness carried by supposedly "washed and bagged fresh spinach" of all types. This lead to massive recalls across the country. And unfortunately cost some innocent people their lives. How could this happen in today's age...