Buying a commercial refrigerator is similar to buying other pieces of kitchen equipment. When choosing the right refrigerator brand, there are several factors to consider. Take the time to shop carefully. Below are the factors that you need to be mindful of when buying a commercial refrigerator.
Your commercial refrigerator's capacity determines how much food it can store. Cubic feet are the standard measurement of commercial refrigerator capacity. Consider the capacity when choosing models. You may find that a few cubic feet vary between them, and that could be helpful for your venue. You should also take into account shelf capacity and flexibility. Do your employees need a lot of narrow shelves, or do they just need a few with some space between them?
The location or hinges of your refrigerator doors should be kept in mind when purchasing a commercial refrigeration unit. What will the effects be on your staff if the right-hand or left-hand opening is used? Do you have enough space for a double door commercial refrigerator or do you have a narrow space that can only fit a single door?
Ensure that the seal is intact as well and speak with your vendor about the models that require little pressure to swing shut. Commercial refrigerators may become stiff and unable to close without applying firm pressure, although this will happen to most fridges over time as seals wear out. Check whether one of the doors forces the other to open when the door is closed on a double-door fridge.
A two-fold reason makes energy important. Energy is costly in the first place. Commercial refrigerators operate all day, every day, so the less energy they consume, the better.
Fridges that are energy-efficient have good insulation panels, energy-saving LED lighting, tight-sealing doors, and features that reduce temperature fluctuations. Environment also plays a role. A commercial refrigerator must meet certain requirements when it comes to energy efficiency.
Refrigerants used to cool a refrigeration unit have changed significantly due to the need for a new type of refrigerant gas. R290 is now the preferred refrigerant for commercial refrigeration manufacturers due to its environmental sensibility. The R290 refrigerant has demonstrated its ability to reduce commercial refrigeration's carbon footprint.
The designs and components of many manufacturers have also been revised to further this environmental effort. Commercial refrigeration equipment is being developed and re-designed to continue elevating the quality seal profile with the use of high-efficiency compressors, fan motors, and LED lighting.
It would be wise to inquire if the model you're considering meets these new standards before purchasing.
For incidents like theft or accidental damage to your commercial refrigerator, make sure you have general business insurance. The value of your commercial refrigerator should be included in your insurance policy so you can make a claim.
New machines should come with a warranty. The warranty on parts is likely to be 12 months if you buy new, but not on labor when you buy new. If you don't see a warranty, that is a red flag. Be sure you understand the warranty before you buy.
Discuss the servicing and repair schedule your dealer recommends with your dealer when you buy. Commercial refrigerators will likely need more frequent maintenance when they are in high demand. Talk to your dealer about continuous maintenance and service when you buy a commercial refrigerator. You should base your estimate on the number of people who will enter your venue.
You should be able to contact a service and repair specialist in an emergency if you live nearby. You may be influenced by the decision to buy a particular refrigerator if you do not consider this factor. Think about how much income you would lose if you could not use your commercial refrigerator for a few hours, a day, or more.
In addition, keep in mind that you will incur ongoing expenses after purchasing a commercial refrigerator. Purchasing, repairing, and even sourcing parts for a premium machine may be prohibitively expensive.
Make sure you consider if you will need to move the refrigerator before you purchase it. There are models that can be locked in place when you need the wheels/castors to remain in place.
Furthermore, rolling refrigerators are easier to clean behind and underneath. They are an important aspect of keeping your kitchen clean.
Depending on how often you need to access the fridge, you might choose a different commercial refrigerator model. During their shifts, your employees shouldn't be forced to deal with large, heavy lids all the time. As a glass door reduces time spent by staff searching for food in your commercial refrigerator, it might be a good option if you need to have it visited frequently as it can be hard to find food while the door is wide open. Keeping in mind that glass door fridges do cost more to operate, the savings may not justify the expense. A glass door commercial refrigerator typically wouldn't be placed near the line of the kitchen as they would be high use and would be opened and closed by the staff quickly, so they're more likely to break.
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