When is the right time to replace your refrigeration unit?

 Refrigerated bakery display cases are quite durable and last many years. However, like any other appliances, they also need to be replaced at some point. Old and inefficient refrigerated bakery display cases may consume more electricity, start getting overheated, need frequent repairs, and may cost more to maintain than the cost of replacing the bakery case with the new one.

Here are a few signs which will tell you when it is time to replace your bakery display case:

High electricity bill

Old refrigerated bakery display cases often need to use more energy to maintain the cool temperature for the bakery goods. As the insulation capacity may reduce over time, the refrigeration unit utilizes extra energy to maintain the cooling at desired levels. It usually results in high electricity bills. So, if you notice your business’s electricity bills increasing dramatically it might be time to replace your existing refrigeration unit.

Extra frost buildup or leaks

Well-functioning refrigeration units keep the temperature to appropriate levels. However, if you start to notice excessive moisture and frost buildup, it might lead to an air leak problem or indicate a fault in the cooling system of your refrigeration unit. It may reduce the ability of the refrigeration unit to maintain the freshness of food products.

Recurrent leaks and repairs

During the starting years, the refrigerated bakery display cases don’t need much maintenance. However, after a few years, your refrigeration unit may start to have recurring leakage problems. It might need frequent repairs, which is a sign that it might be time to replace it for good.

Reduced/fluctuating temperature

Old refrigerated display cases may start having faults in temperature control. You may notice that the food is staling before the expiration date in the refrigeration unit if there’s a problem with the temperature. You may also notice the unit’s temperature fluctuates frequently and needs to be adjusted manually. It is a major indicator that it is time to replace it.

So, when your refrigeration unit needs to be replaced, contact our team to explore our high-performance and energy-efficient refrigerated bakery display cases.

What are the different types of refrigeration merchandisers?

 Refrigeration merchandisers are a necessity in convenience stores, delis, and any type of foodservice establishments. Refrigerated display merchandisers are needed to preserve the freshness of different food products and attract more customers. Well-designed open meat merchandisers allow customers to easily access the food products from the display case and make their shopping journey much smoother. While there are enclosed display cases that allow attractive display but only staff can access them when the customers want to buy something. Thus, there are many different kinds of refrigerated merchandisers available in the market equipped with many different features and functionalities to meet your particular refrigeration needs.

The following list can help you learn about different types of refrigeration merchandisers to choose the right one:

Open display merchandisers

These merchandisers are designed to encourage impulse buying while reducing labor costs as the customer can simply reach out to grab the food items. Open display merchandisers such as open meat merchandisers are also used in meat shops and delis to keep the meat fresh and preserved from spoilage for longer.

Reach-In Merchandisers

These are mostly used in convenience stores, delis, bakeries, and large-scale retail stores. These have sliding or swing glass doors and are usually equipped with features such as LED lights, mirrored panels, and transparent shelves for brighter illumination and to attract more customers. These are mostly used to store packaged food products and beverages or fresh bakery products such as cakes, pastries, etc., as per the retail store’s particular requirements.

Table-top display cases

Tabletop or enclosed-top display cases are designed for showcasing food items, such as salads, cakes, pies, seafood, raw meat, etc. It keeps your baked goods and raw meats protected and are enclosed fully or partially to ensure maintaining the proper cooling inside the display case. These often have a curved or angled glass front to attract buyers. Enclosed-top display cases use two types of refrigeration methods forced air and gravity coil to keep the ideal temperature and moisture for specific food items.

Hybrid/dual temperature merchandisers

These combine the capabilities of open and enclosed-top merchandisers. These are often used in cafes and delis for storing fresh food products, beverages, and snacks. It has a lower open display so customers can easily grab the beverages. It also features an enclosed top that staff can access from behind for displaying food products.

If you are looking for quality bakery display cases or open meat merchandisers, get in touch with our team for the best deals.