Commercial Refrigeration Darwin

What is commercial refrigeration?

Commercial refrigeration is a unit designed for and operated in a commercial setting. There is a wide variety of commercial units on the market, including supermarket chiller cabinets and freezers, fridges, freezers and cold rooms for the hospitality industry and refrigerated facilities designed for industrial use.

The key differences between domestic and commercial refrigeration relate to the refrigerated unit's size, power and design. Although commercial and residential refrigerators may share common technology, a commercial freezer or fridge is significantly bigger than a domestic unit. The layout of a commercial refrigerated area is also different - commercial options typically have fewer shelves and are less differentiated in the way the contents are stored. Finally, commercial fridges are typically capable of cooling a large volume unit to a low temperature. Their motors are more powerful than those you'd find in a domestic unit, requiring specialist servicing and repair to keep them in top condition.

Most modern fridges operate using HFC-134a (1,1,1,2-tetrafluoroethane), a coolant that doesn't contribute to greenhouse gases. In terms of powering the fridge, commercial fridges may be powered by electricity or propane gas. We are happy to advise on the most economical, environmentally friendly option for your commercial fridge.

Yes, but it probably won't be the most suitable option. Commercial fridges are much larger and cost significantly more to run than a domestic fridge. In addition, the size of the shelves and compartments in a commercial fridge doesn't work very well for small quantities of perishables. That said, some householders, particularly in rural locations where it's more difficult to easily access foodstuffs, may opt for a commercial freezer. It can reduce the need for frequent shopping trips, as well as provide storage space for home-grown vegetables, fruit or home-reared meat.

For a commercial fridge, avoiding sudden failure is vital. Unfortunately, the contents of a broken fridge can quickly rot, leading to the potential for thousands of dollars of food needing to be thrown away. To minimise the risk of this occurring, scheduled servicing is essential. To keep your commercial fridge in a good condition, we recommend servicing from a skilled technician every three to six months. Regular servicing doesn't just reduce the risk of untimely failure and the need for a costly repair, it may also prolong the lifespan of your commercial fridge or freezer.