Reach-in refrigerators are an essential part of every commercial kitchen and store perishable food items. They are usually tall and narrow and have doors that open from the front. There are different types of reach-in refrigerators, but most of them share some common features and functions.
Reach-in refrigerators are usually small, so they can only hold a limited quantity of inventory. Reach-in refrigerators are made from stainless steel, aluminum, and glass-reinforced plastic (GRP). They also come with various insulation options, such as foam, bubble wrap, or a combination. Foam insulation is usually better for maintaining temperature accuracy, while bubble wrap is usually better for insulation against noise. Some models have adjustable shelving or multiple doors to accommodate different food sizes and shapes.
Many reach-in refrigerators have a door alarm to let you know when it is open. Many units are also designed to keep the door closed when it is not in use. This helps keep heat and cold in the unit where it belongs. You may also want to choose a unit that has a specific layout. Some have a top-loading design, while others have a side-loading design.
About this item
Stainless steel interior and exterior cabinet for true durability in high traffic commercial settings.
Optimized forced air cooling for excellent temperature stability and uniformity with rapid recovery after door openings and product loading.
Adjustable plastic-coated wire shelves for improved circulation.
Digital controls with a large LED readout in Celsius or Fahrenheit.
Reach-in refrigeration might be right for you if:
Your kitchen is short on space. Reach-in refrigerators and freezers are available in a wide range of sizes. Some models are even compact enough to be installed beneath counters and workspaces. So, even if your restaurant has a small kitchen, you'll still be able to find a unit to fit the space.
Convenience is a priority. Since reach-in refrigerators and freezers have smaller footprints, many kitchens have multiple units at key locations, so staff can quickly grab necessary ingredients without having to venture far from their stations or search through a large walk-in unit.
You value flexibility. Smaller and easier to install than walk-ins, reach-in refrigerators and freezers can be positioned wherever needed most within the kitchen. Reach-in units are also simpler to move if the layout of your kitchen changes in the future since many include casters.
