Supermarket fridge is also often called refrigerated merchandiser, usually used in supermarkets, shops, convenience stores, entertainment venues, etc. Different types of supermarket display fridges have their own characteristics, temperatures, and applications. There are 6 popular types of supermarket fridges:
Type 1: Multideck open chiller
Temperature range: 2~10℃/36~50℉
Common applications: This type of supermarket fridge is commonly found in supermarkets and fruit and vegetable stores. It is used to store and display beverages, sandwiches, fruits, ham, sausage, cheese, milk, vegetables, etc.
Multideck open chiller is a commercial multi-layer open refrigerator. This refrigerator has no doors and the entire structure is open, which is convenient for customers to directly see and take the goods. Through multiple display layers, storage space and visibility of goods can be increased, thereby improving sales efficiency.
Multideck open chiller usually uses high-efficiency evaporators and environmentally friendly refrigerants to increase the frequency of heat exchange, so that the temperature can be reduced faster and more evenly, while being more energy-efficient.
Type 2: Upright display freezer and cooler
Upright display freezer temperature range: -18 ~ -22℃/-0.4°F to 4.4°F
Upright display cooler temperature range: 2-8℃/35.6°F to 46.4°F
Common applications: These two types of supermarket fridges are commonly found in the catering industry, supermarkets, convenience stores, leisure places, etc.
Glass door upright display cooler is often used to store beverages, beer, dairy products, etc.
Glass door upright display freezer is often used to store ice cream, meat, pizza, etc.
Upright display freezer and cooler, also known as upright glass door freezer and cooler, is a vertical display refrigerator and freezer with glass doors.
Users can adjust the shelf height inside the upright display freezer and cooler as needed to accommodate products of different sizes.
Upright display freezer and cooler can be provided with single-door, double-door or even multi-door designs according to different needs to meet the display and storage needs of different sizes.
Type 3: Sliding glass door chest freezer
Temperature range: -25°C ~ 8°C/-13°F ~ 46.4°F
Common applications: This type of supermarket fridge is commonly used in supermarkets, convenience stores, etc. It can be used to store large frozen foods such as ice cream, dumplings or meat products, seafood, etc.
Sliding glass door chest freezer is a horizontal freezer with a sliding glass door, also known as a display chest freezer.
The overall high-density foamed fully enclosed glass structure design of the display chest freezer ensures good cold preservation performance, thereby achieving energy-saving effects.
The sliding transparent glass door design of the display chest freezer makes the internal items clear at a glance, easy to select and take. The glass door is usually made of single-layer coated heat-reflective tempered glass or double-layer insulating glass, which can not only reflect heat, but also withstand impact, ensuring the safety of people and food.
Type 4: Commercial Island freezer
Temperature range: -15°C ~ 0°C/5°F ~ 32°F
Common applications: This type of supermarket fridge is often used in large food sales places such as supermarkets and shopping malls. Foods that can be put in include ice cream, pre-packaged foods, raw meat, seafood, etc.
Commercial island freezer is a type of horizontal freezer, mainly used for displaying and storing frozen foods.
Island freezers usually have a large storage capacity, providing large glass displays and ample storage space. Usually equipped with electronic temperature controllers, the temperature can be precisely adjusted to ensure the best storage conditions for frozen foods. Some models also have high-density polyurethane foam insulation and energy-saving features.
Many Island freezers have manual or automatic defrosting functions, and there are drain ports at the bottom for easy maintenance, suitable for supermarkets.
Type 5: Dessert display fridge
Temperature range: 2°C ~ 10°C/35.6°F ~ 50°F
Common applications: This type of supermarket fridge is usually used in bakeries, dessert shops, shopping malls, shopping centers, cinemas, etc. Used to display and sell a variety of desserts, including beautifully decorated cupcakes, pies, puffs, etc.
Dessert display fridge is a refrigerator used to display and store desserts, usually designed with a transparent glass door or top so that customers can clearly see the products inside. This refrigerator not only provides the necessary refrigeration function, but also enhances the attractiveness of the products through its appearance and internal structure.
Some high-end display refrigerators are equipped with a dynamic cooling system that can quickly cool newly placed food to a suitable temperature and keep the internal temperature constant.
The design of the glass top allows customers to clearly see the products from above, which is particularly suitable for displaying ice cream cakes, intricately decorated cupcakes and other products that need to be viewed from above.
Type 6: Deli meat display refrigerated cabinets
Temperature range: -13°C ~ 8°C/8.6°F ~ 46.4°F°
Common applications: This type of supermarket fridge is usually used in delicatessens and supermarkets. Used to display fresh meat, cooked food, etc.
Deli meat display refrigerated cabinets is a supermarket fridge type used to display and sell cooked meat products.
Deli meat display refrigerated cabinets have various designs, and some models use unique curved glass designs, which are not only beautiful but also can better display the products inside.
These refrigerators are usually made of high-quality stainless steel, such as 201 stainless steel outer layer, to ensure its durability and corrosion resistance.
Common features of supermarket fridges
Supermarket fridges are freezers designed for commercial applications. They usually have the following common features:
1. They can be spliced and combined as needed to meet the needs of stores of different sizes.
2. Supermarket fridges all have display functions, so that the goods remain visible during the refrigeration or freezing process.
3. These refrigerators usually use efficient refrigeration systems to ensure the long-term preservation of food.
4. Many supermarket fridges use high-density foamed fully enclosed structures to improve cold preservation performance and reduce energy consumption.
5. Supermarket fridges are equipped with LED lighting or other forms of internal lighting systems to keep the goods bright and easy to observe.
6. These refrigerators are usually equipped with electronic temperature control systems that can accurately adjust the temperature to meet the needs of different foods. For example, upright freezers have built-in frost-free freezer compartments and multiple freezer drawers, and provide fast freezing functions.
7. These supermarket fridges are available in a variety of sizes and capacities depending on the application requirements. For example, island cabinets can be single or combined, suitable for both small supermarkets and large supermarkets.
8. Many supermarket refrigerator designs take into account the convenience of maintenance, such as defrosting systems with drain pipes, power indicator lights and temperature alarms. For example, island cabinets prevent bacterial growth by lowering the temperature inside the cabinet to achieve freshness.
