Door Type
Swing Doors
- Choose one with a stay-open feature to make loading and unloading easier.
- Make sure you have cough space or else swing doors can block traffic flows.
Half Doors
- Also known as a Dutch door.
- Traditional swing doors split into two sections.
- Half doors help conserve energy and promote more consistent internals temperatures.
Door Material
Solid Door
Pros:
- Easier to clean than glass.
- More insulation than glass.
Cons:
- Gain energy efficiency but lose product visibility
Glass Door
Pros:
- Can see the contents before opening the door.
- Less insulation than a solid door.
Cons:
- Gain product visibility but lose energy efficiency.
Temperature
- Most commercial refrigerators can handle and maintain temperatures between 36 and 40 degrees Fahrenheit.
- The freezer can maintain between 2 and-2 degrees Fahrenheit.
Choosing the Compressors Location
Why does the Compressor Location Matter?
There are positives to both so what is best depends on your business and personal preference.
Bottom-Mounted
- Ideal for hot areas and in cooking line applications.
- Easy to clean and service.
- You can stack items on top of the reach-in.
Top-Mounted
- Best for cool and dry areas.
- Efficient operation duck to heat not rising into the cooler.
- Less likely to clog than bottom-mounted compressors.
Energy Consumption
- Install correctly to limit leaks and ensure efficient operation.
- Design the shelving layout for efficient access and effective airflow.
- Install the refrigerator on insulated floors with thermal barriers under each wall panel.
- Select a refrigerator that uses LED lighting.
Installation
Make sure the room where you are installing the unit is well ventilated.
- Add a little space on all sides for proper ventilation.
- Make sure there is enough space at the
- front to open doors without obstructions.
Utility Requirements
- Ensure that you’re building and desired location
- can supply the power necessary to run a
- commercial refrigerator.
Other Tips
Measure door frames and hallways for a problem free delivery.
Avoid installing units in exceptionally humid or dusty areas.
Install it on a level surface away from heat and moisture-generating equipment.