How tight is the temperature control?

Our commercial fridges are made for food, and food gives you a bit of room to move. Medications do not. A standard fridge will sit anywhere between 3℃ and 4℃ either side of the temperature you set it at. A medical fridge typically varies by no more than 2℃, which is what keeps biological specimens, medications and vaccines usable. A digital display on the front shows you where it is sitting.

What happens if the temperature drifts?

Outside of more precise and reliable temperature controls, our range of medical fridges comes with additional features to let you know if any issues arise. For example, alarms will go off if there are temperature deviations outside of the safe storage range. The digital thermometer gives you a precise reading, and the cooling is distributed evenly through the cabinet so stock at the back sits at the same temperature as stock at the front. They are also easy to clean, which matters where the hygiene rules are strict.

Can I use one for skincare or supplements?

You can, though you may not need a medical fridge for it. Medications need tightly controlled conditions. Health supplements such as probiotics, and skincare, are often fine in a regular fridge. If you’re looking for something to display your stock in, depending on its size and requirements, something like an upright drink fridge or even a bar fridge may be more than enough. If you want a personal recommendation to find the perfect chilled storage option for you, please contact the team at REO with the details of what your product range requires, and we can help you choose the right option.

What features do medical fridges have that a food fridge does not?

Temperature consistency is the main one. A medical fridge holds a much tighter range than a food fridge, which is what makes it safe for stock going into a patient or a client. You will also find temperature monitoring that alerts you to changes outside the safe range, and most models have alarms for a rapid change such as a power failure. Past that they have what you would expect from any commercial fridge: LED lighting, adjustable shelving and surfaces that wipe down.

Which brands do you stock?

We stock medical refrigeration from commercial refrigeration brands including Bromic. The full specification is on each product page. Some models record temperature fluctuations, so you can see what happened out of hours or during a power outage.

What size do I need for a small clinic?

As with any fridge, the capacity you need will vary. With medical fridges, you’ll typically have stock more spaced out than you would in a drinks fridge or a food fridge. Consider how much stock you keep on hand on average and account for what kind of space in litres you need for your fridge. You’ll also need to account for how much space you have available for the fridge itself. We recommend checking the footprint dimensions of the model you’re considering and ensure you also have adequate room around the fridge for proper airflow.

Is there a medical fridge that suits a pharmacy or an aesthetics clinic?

We offer a range of sizes, shapes and capacities, so pharmacies, aestheticians and medical practices can all find one that fits. They all hold the tight temperature range and the monitoring that temperature-sensitive vaccines and specimens need.

Do you have options for a hospital as well as a small practice?

Yes. The sizes run from small pharmacies up to a busy hospital department, and we source the range from commercial refrigeration manufacturers built for daily use.

What else are medical fridges called?

You will see medicine fridge, refrigerator for medicine storage and refrigerator for medical use used for the same kind of equipment. The name changes with the supplier and the region, not the job it does. Compare models on capacity, construction and the specification on each product page, and check the full medical fridges range to see every option side by side.