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Refrigeration
Keep ingredients, prepared items, and finished dishes at safe temperatures with commercial refrigeration units built for high-volume takeaway and fast-food operations. From countertop prep tables to tall reach-in cabinets and display cases, you'll find static and fan-cooled solutions to fit your kitchen layout and workflow.
Whether you're storing ingredients below the counter or displaying chilled products to customers, proper refrigeration maintains food safety, extends shelf life, and supports efficient service.
Refrigeration units for takeaway and fast-food operations, ranging from compact counter-top prep tables with static cooling to larger island freezers and tiered display cabinets. Choose based on throughput, storage capacity, and whether you need display or prep functionality.
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When selecting commercial refrigeration for your takeaway or café, consider your available floor and counter space, the volume and type of ingredients you store daily, and whether you need customer-facing display or back-of-house prep storage. Static cooling suits smaller spaces and quieter operation; fan-cooled units pull down temperature faster in busy kitchens.
Countertop units fit neatly into existing prep stations and offer flexibility if your layout changes. Larger islands and display cases work well for high-throughput operations and visible product presentation.
- Capacity in GN pans or litres – matches your daily prep and storage needs
- Dimensions and footprint – ensure it fits your counter or floor space
- Cooling type (static or fan) – affects noise, temperature pull-down, and running costs
- Shelving configuration – adjustable or fixed for your product range
- Energy efficiency and running costs – important over the unit's lifetime
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Common questions
What's the difference between a counter-top unit and an island freezer?▾
Counter-top units sit on existing work surfaces and hold 4–10 gastronorm pans, ideal for prep lines. Island freezers like the 240L switchable model stand alone and offer larger bulk storage with freezing capability.
Will counter-top units fit a standard 1200mm prep line?▾
Yes. Counter-top models are available in 1200mm widths (4 or 5 pan capacity) and smaller. Larger units extend to 2000mm, so measure your space before ordering.
What's static cooling versus switchable cooling?▾
Static cooling maintains a fixed cold temperature. Switchable (like the island model) allows you to toggle between refrigeration and freezing modes for flexible storage needs.
Are these units suitable for food display?▾
Some are display-focused, like the 3-tier refrigerated showcase (1.5m). Others are prep-focused counter-tops. Choose based on whether you need customer visibility or working access.
What's the price range for a small takeaway setup?▾
Entry-level counter-top units start around €640–€800 (4–6 pan models). Display cases and island freezers range €5,300–€7,800 for larger operations.