Don’t let freezer burn destroy the taste and visual appeal of your food—or ruin your reputation. Here’s how to keep freezer burn out of your walk-in freezer or cooler. Check the Packaging Freezer burn occurs when air seeps into frozen food and dries out its surface, causing those telltale white crystal patches. The food is…
The list of the hottest places on earth can seem enticing or repelling, depending on the time of year. People who are experiencing frigid winter temperatures might dream of hot and steamy weather. On the other hand, those who are already sweltering in the heat may prefer to think about temperatures at the other end…
Imagine it’s late at night. Your workplace is finally closed, and you’re the last one there putting away produce or a case of beer in the walk-in freezer. The door shuts behind you. When you try to exit, the door won’t open. The latch is jammed, or the electronic button that opens the door from…
Keeping your cooled goods fresh is why you invested in a walk-in cooler or freezer in the first place, right? So you shouldn’t let that effort go to waste! Whether you’re keeping beverages chilled to customers’ preferences or keeping fresh snacks from going bad, there’s an ideal temperature for your display cooler. By finding the…
If you need a new cooling unit, but your budget can’t handle the strain, it’s crucial to learn how to evaluate a used walk-in freezer or cooler. You can save significant money by choosing a pre-owned unit instead of buying a brand-new appliance. Assess Insulation Assess the insulated walls of the unit by tapping on…
A walk-in cooler is typically a costly expenditure for a business. Not only is the appliance itself an investment, but the goods stored inside of it also represent a significant expense. For these reasons, many business owners aim to reduce energy costs as much as possible. This can be done by maintaining the hardware and…
A walk-in freezer can be a finicky piece of equipment, but whether you are running a retail store or a restaurant, it’s essential that this unit operates properly. Failure of this unit could cost a lot of money in overhead, and most business owners simply don’t have money lying around for repairs and replacement inventory.…
Your walk-in unit is the life of your business, so it’s crucial that it remain in great shape. For companies within the food industry, keeping your foodservice freezer or beer cooler running its best is particularly important, as a breakdown could lead to spoiled or rotten food and loss of customers. Preventative maintenance will help…
In recent years, the FDA has released studies and information on methods of safely storing food, noting that proper storage can help slow the growth of many types of microorganisms. Although it can seem overwhelming to monitor the massive amount of food in your walk-in cooler or freezer, a few simple solutions will help you…
Whether you are interested in purchasing a mortuary cooler or a walk-in freezer, you may find yourself overwhelmed by the sheer number of options and variations on the market. Below, find information about the different kinds of walk-in freezers, the size you should purchase, the cost of operating a freezer, potential floor installations, and the…