The food industry relies on refrigeration to keep food crisp and fresh, and to minimize harmful bacteria. However, not every commercial appliance is right for all circumstances. You should determine how much space is available, your budget, and how much inventory you will store at any one time before purchasing the unit. Here are a few other aspects to consider when purchasing a cooling unit.

3 Types of Refrigerators

1. Walk-In Units

These rooms are the perfect fit for companies with substantial inventories needing refrigeration. The condensing unit should be a top-mount configuration to limit dust, debris, and warm air’s access into the cooler. Walk-in units have the advantage of extra storage, giving employees room to handle inventory and pull expired products. These units may be smaller like those found at a coffee stand or small restaurant, or quite large when placed in a supermarket.

2. Reach-In Units

You can find these refrigeration units everywhere, and in many cases, they are combined with the walk-in concept. This basic commercial appliance is front-loading and requires stocking front to back, which is inconvenient for keeping the older product in the front of the display case. In restaurants, these may not have a glass door and are meant to maintain ingredients on a cook’s line. They come with multiple sections, and you can often alter them to fit the needs of the restaurant. Glass door merchandiser versions, like those found in gas marts, have these units easily accessible for customers to grab drinks, but there is still considerable room in the back area to load stock and move around freely.

3. Cooling Units

These commercial appliances are used to maintain cold drinks, like with bar coolers, or used to keep ingredients fresh on cook’s line. They are typically equipped with an above-counter or have a place for inserts and a lower section where you can place ingredients for later use. The lower segment may not act as a storage area, and instead, come equipped with drawers.

Regardless of the type of commercial appliance you own, if there are any complications or it needs servicing, the experts at Lindbergh Commercial Services are up to the task. Located in Maryland Heights, MO, they design custom cooling solutions geared toward each client’s needs. They service chillers, ice machines, display cases, walk-in coolers, walk-in freezers, and more. To learn more about their services, visit their website, or call (314) 731-0404 to schedule an appointment.