Frequently Asked Questions
A commercial upright fridge provides generous chilled storage while making efficient use of kitchen floor space. Its tall, freestanding design makes it a practical choice for professional kitchens that need easy access to large quantities of chilled ingredients.
What is a commercial upright fridge?
A commercial upright fridge is a tall, freestanding refrigerator designed for professional catering and hospitality environments. It provides high-capacity chilled storage without requiring the floor space of wider counter refrigeration. Commercial models are designed for regular use in busy kitchens, making them suitable for storing chilled ingredients throughout the working day.
What is the difference between a single door and double door commercial fridge?
A single door commercial fridge provides compact upright storage and can be a practical choice for smaller kitchens or businesses with lower storage requirements. A double-door commercial fridge provides greater capacity and easier access to larger quantities of chilled ingredients, making it suitable for busy restaurants, hotels, canteens and other high-volume kitchens.
What is a gastro upright fridge?
A gastro upright fridge is designed around standard gastronorm storage, making it easier for professional kitchens to organise compatible containers and trays within the refrigerator. Gastronorm-compatible refrigeration can be particularly useful in busy catering environments where GN containers are already used for food preparation, storage and service.
What temperature should a commercial upright fridge operate at?
For chilled food, the Food Standards Agency recommends setting your fridge at 5°C or below to help keep food safely below the legal maximum of 8°C. The operating range varies between commercial upright refrigerators, so always check the individual product specification and regularly monitor temperatures as part of your food safety procedures.
Where are commercial upright fridges used?
Commercial upright fridges are suitable for restaurants, hotels, cafes, pubs, bakeries, schools, care homes, canteens and other professional catering environments. Their tall design provides generous chilled storage without taking up excessive floor space, making them suitable for kitchens of different sizes.
Where can I buy commercial upright fridges?
At IG Group, we supply commercial upright fridges for professional hospitality and catering businesses. Browse our range online to compare different capacities, dimensions and configurations and find commercial refrigeration suited to your kitchen.
Whether you need compact chilled storage or additional capacity for a busy kitchen, IG Group offers commercial upright fridges for a range of professional catering environments. Explore single door, double door, slimline and specialist upright refrigeration and find a commercial fridge suited to your available space, storage requirements and daily service.
