Show Case Freezer

Refrigerated display cabinets are ideal for storing fresh food items or cold drinks safely whilst merchandising the products attractively to consumers to increase sales. In addition, display refrigerators provide customers with the opportunity to look at what's for sale and choose the items they want at their leisure, so they're ideal for a self-service setting. Various types of show case freezer are available to meet the requirements of different businesses.

Accurate temperature control for temperature-sensitive food items
Domestic refrigerators typically offer a universal solution for keeping food cool. This one-size-fits-all approach is not appropriate for commercial food supply establishments. The requirements and standards for chilled food are higher in a shop or restaurant than in a simple domestic kitchen.

Temperature ranges explained
Commercial show case freezer are designed to maintain consistent temperatures. Display refrigerators typically range from -1℃ and 10℃ while display freezers will maintain temperatures between -10℃ and -25℃. These temperature ranges keep food products safe and meet standard environmental health regulations.

In food retail, various types of food must be stored and displayed at different temperatures, and it's essential to maintain the correct range for each. Doing this maintains the product's taste and texture and keeps it looking appealing to customers. Finally, keeping food products at the right temperature ensures your food is safe. If food such as meats, seafood, cheeses or patisserie were to spoil and make customers ill, it would be disastrous for the reputation of your business and your customers' health.

Please note: Refrigerated display cabinets are designed to keep food products cold, not to cool down hot food to a safe holding temperature. The temperature must be maintained between -2 ℃ and 5 ℃, depending on the type of food; otherwise, food safety will be compromised.

For example, a show case freezer for displaying seafood such as caviar in a hotel or restaurant should be kept at -2 to 2℃. On the other hand, a countertop show case freezer for drinks should provide a temperature of between 2 and 8℃ . These types of show case freezer are ideal for selling pre-packaged beverages such as sodas, beers and juices in high-traffic areas where they will be restocked frequently.

Understanding food safety temperatures
Commercial food handlers and operators are responsible for storing food safely. The cold holding temperature of a show case freezer should be 5℃ or below. This temperature prevents the growth of dangerous pathogens and bacteria, which is especially important if you are supplying temperature-sensitive foods such as seafood, cream, milk, egg dishes, meats and cheeses.

Don't overfill the chiller cabinet as if it's too crowded, the air can't circulate, and it will not perform as effectively. Check the temperature of your refrigerated display regularly using a fridge thermometer.