Upright Refrigeration For Your Small Shop Or Convenience Store

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Choosing the correct upright refrigeration products for your business can be a daunting task, especially if you have recently acquired a shop. There are plenty of upright fridges and freezers on the market, but only a handful of models will offer true value for money when it comes to running costs and longevity. It is best to weigh up your options before you make your choice and take a careful look at each specification to make sure the product you are buying will meet the needs of your business.

Upright refrigeration units are common in any retail business that sells food and drinks. They are essential in corner shops and small stores, as chilled goods are the biggest growth area in convenience market. Smaller stores that offer chilled essentials such as milk, juice and wine will attract customers looking to ‘pop in’ for chilled goods, rather than trekking to the supermarket. Therefore, if you don’t have a chiller you are missing out on a lucrative market of customers!

Competing with supermarkets is no doubt difficult, but making sure you have the same products with the added convenience of being nearby ...
... is a must. By investing in a refrigeration unit (both fridge and freezer), you can offer a wider range of products such as chilled sandwiches, ready meals, cold drinks, frozen pizza, chips and ice lollies.

Buying a refrigeration unit is a long term investment for your business and you are sure to reap the rewards in the long term. It makes sense to choose a model that will stand the test of time and that is packed with features that will go the distance when it comes to saving you money on energy bills.

There are a number of features to look out for when you are choosing your new unit. Make sure your fridge has self closing doors that are double glazed as this will keep energy bills down, especially if customers forget to shut the doors themselves! Also look for features such as fin block evaporators and condensers, an EBM fan motor, adjustable shelves, electronic temperature controls, full length illumination and auto defrost settings. Brands such as Husky offer modular units that can expand with your business, so that you can add to your refrigeration units as your customer base grows.

When you are ready to buy, make sure you choose a recognised and respected brand in refrigeration, as these companies will be able to offer the best choice of reliable models and good customer service. Some will also offer maintenance plans for your upright refrigerator so that you can keep it running at its best.