Choosing the right commercial refrigeration equipment is essential for any business where food or other product must be stored or displayed. The right refrigeration system will protect your goods and keep it safe for you and your customers.
Our experts at Industrial Refrigeration Solutions have put together the following list of things you should consider when buying a commercial system for your business.
Commercial refrigeration systems have high running costs because they use so much energy to keep their contents at the right temperature. It is therefore vital you select a refrigeration system that is as energy efficient as possible – to ensure the money you are spending is getting its maximum worth.
The size of the system will also impact its efficiency – as a large sized refrigerator that is never filled to its full capacity will be using more energy than it needs to. This waste of energy and money could be avoided by purchasing a smaller sizes refrigerator that is filled to its storage capacity. Before choosing your system, you should evaluate how much you will need to put inside it on a weekly and monthly basis.
The functionality of your refrigerator will inform what type of system you need to purchase. If you’re unsure, start by looking at what your competitors and other similar businesses are using and go from there. If your business requires food to be displayed in a store-front environment, then the equipment will need to be easy to use and the design will need to make the food accessible and simple. If the refrigeration system is being used solely for storage, a customer-facing design is not necessary or appropriate.
The initial purchase of a refrigeration system is costly, but don’t forget the lifetime maintenance costs that are associated with using the equipment on a day-to-day basis over a long period of time. The higher quality the system, the less likely you will need to pay out for maintenance. You should consider a yearly commercial refrigeration service to keep the equipment working at its best and to spot any potential problems early. This will allow you to save more money in the long term.
Different systems will allow you to store products at different temperatures. If you know exactly what you will be storing and the temperatures at which they need to be at, you will be informed on what type of system is best for you. For example, there is no need for a refrigerator with freezing capabilities if you just need to keep the product cool.
The system you purchase is an investment that your business will rely on for years to come, so it is essential you are confident in the reliability of the commercial refrigerator. By choosing a reputable brand, you are likely to be purchasing a higher quality system that you can rely on. It is therefore vital you research the market thoroughly and check for reviews before purchasing. If you know people in the industry, you could also ask them what industrial refrigeration system they use and if they would recommend it.
Industrial Refrigeration Solutions offer a premium industrial refrigeration hire service. For a free quote, contact us on 01634 624 980.
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