Commercial Freezers

Depending on the type of business you’re running, there are several options you might want to consider. For specialty hospitality businesses like gelato shops and ice cream bars, an ice cream display freezer is perfect. It allows you to display your stock in bulk, along with easily serving customers.

For large-scale operations, like major restaurants with 200 seats plus, or those who need to keep large volumes of frozen food on hand, the other end of the scale would be something like a freezer room. These can be paired with stainless steel shelving for easy organisation and have ample space for everything from basic ingredients like meat, fruit and vegetables, to bulk-prepared meals.

Blast freezers are designed for short-term storage, where you’ve prepped food in bulk and need to bring it down to temperature rapidly. They can take everything from stews, soups, and curries to room-temperature fruit and vegetables down to freezing temperatures in just a few hours. After that, they can be transferred to a larger freezer for long-term storage.

They’re an ideal addition to kitchens that want to bulk prepare food to have on hand, along with establishments that sell pre-packed single portions in display freezers. Equally, they can help reduce food wastage by allowing you to safely and reliably freeze food to prevent it from spoiling if it’s being stored in a commercial fridge.

If you’re running a smaller business, whether that be a food truck, cafe, or boutique restaurant, there are a number of options that could be suitable depending on your needs. One we recommend is underbench freezers, which can be installed underneath your food prep area, making ingredients accessible to staff while also optimising your use of space. They come in a variety of setups, with models that have hinged doors or drawers, along with single, double and triple doors to give you the capacity and storage versatility you need to keep different ingredients separate.

Another option to consider would be a classic, simple two-door upright freezer. They’re easy to arrange, have plenty of space internally and can be fit into a range of spaces in your kitchen or front of house if you want something with a glass door for displaying stock.

The most space-efficient commercial freezer for you will come down to what you’re storing and how you pack everything in. Chest freezers usually have a higher capacity, while upright freezers can be slightly more accessible. Both come with adjustable compartments or shelves, meaning you can rearrange everything internally to maximise your use of space.

If you’re unsure which option is best for your business, you can contact us, and we’ll be able to help you choose the best model for your business needs.

Unlike domestic freezer models, those designed for commercial settings don’t come with an Energy Star rating. Instead, there are specific features we recommend looking for. We recommend checking for solid insulation, high-quality seals on the doors, lids or drawers and opting for a stainless steel model where possible.

Another thing to check is the kind of refrigerant used. We recommend looking for R290, as it’s more eco-friendly but also ensures greater energy-efficient refrigeration, making it a great choice for establishments trying to reduce their running costs and environmental impact.

Food waste is a massive money sink for businesses, meaning that reliable storage is essential. Fluctuations in temperature can impact the texture and safety of food, resulting in poor quality food at best and spoiled food that isn’t safe to cook with at worst. Commercial kitchen freezers serve to hold your food at a reliable temperature, preventing spoilage and retaining its quality.

With high-quality insulation, energy efficient operation and precise temperature control, you can store everything from meat and fish to fruits and vegetables in your freezer, knowing they’ll maintain their integrity, textures, and flavour.

Yes, many freezers have adjustable shelves, baskets, or containers inside. From chest freezers with moveable parts inside that facilitate easy access and organisation, to upright display freezers with shelving you can adjust to accommodate different products, commercial models are very versatile.

Our range of commercial freezers will almost all operate within a similar range, anywhere from -10℃ at a minimum, ranging as low as -20℃ to -25℃. They’re fitted with digital temperature displays and are easy to adjust, allowing you to control and refine how cold everything is. Equally, some modern freezers also come with remote control, giving you the ability to do things like activate automatic defrost or lower the temperature when you’re not at your establishment.

As with any kitchen appliance, your commercial freezer will need to be cleaned regularly to ensure it’s at top operational performance. Some will come with automatic defrost settings, while others you can trigger manually to get rid of ice buildup. This is important for temperature control and regulation, but also retains the quality of your food, lessening the chances of freezer burn.

After it’s defrosted, we also recommend giving it a clean with a suitable cleaning solution. This is especially important if you’re storing meat to remove any residue before refilling your freezer.

You may also want to get your freezer professionally serviced now and again, along with checking the electrical components and ventilation are clean and clear of dust. This not only helps with performance but is important for safety too, preventing the risk of elements overheating or your freezer’s motor from wearing down. All of this helps in extending your freezer’s lifespan, giving you the best quality frozen storage but also getting the maximum return on your investment.

While some commercial freezers can be kept in semi-outdoor areas like tiki bars, beer gardens and catering setups, they’re primarily designed for indoor use. We do have models that are suitable for hotter areas, whether that’s your ambient climate or due to the kitchen conditions, like the heat you’ll find in a food truck. Certain models from brands like Thermaster can operate in ambient temperatures ranging up to 43℃, allowing for proper ventilation, meaning you can easily get something for a hot environment.

If you’re looking for something specific or have a location you want to keep your freezer in mind, please contact our team and we can give you more detailed information and a personal recommendation.

No matter what kind of commercial freezer you need for your business, we can get it to you anywhere in Australia. If you’re looking for specific information regarding shipping options and timeframes, you can find all the details on our delivery information page, along with how you can get old appliances picked up if you’re replacing old equipment.