As Brooklyn has evolved over the past decade, it has become a hub for some of the best restaurants and food service businesses in New York. To compete in this fast-growing area, Brooklyn restauranteurs need reliable equipment like high-grade walk in refrigerators.
At Walk In Freezer Brooklyn, we want to make sure you get the best bang for your buck when it comes to keeping your food fresh.
What to Know About Walk In Refrigerators
Refrigerators are designed to maintain temperatures between 34°F and 40°F, while commercial freezers must stay between -10°F and 0°F. While you may think a fridge is a fridge is a fridge, there are actually quite a few important things to keep in mind when trying to make the right walk in refrigerator selection for your Brooklyn business.
Types of walk-in refrigerators
There are two types of walk-ins: prefabricated and built-in.
- Prefabricated units come assembled with urethane panels and specifications of the manufacturer. They provide many great benefits including easier expansion and relocation.
- Built-in units often consist of insulation that is covered with structural tiles on the walls and floors. These units can be built to meet the exact needs of your space but can’t be moved or changed as easily as prefabricated units.
Outdoor vs. Indoor Units
This will be one of the first choices you will make upon selecting your unit. If you have the space to place your unit outdoors, this can be a great space-saving venture. Keep in mind however that outdoor units need to account for weather resistance and can be slightly more expensive. You’ll also have to consider the location of the condensing unit — which our specialists can help you determine.
Outdoor units are also naturally much easier to install and repair, and they can provide an easier delivery process long-term.
Size and Shape
Know your volume before selecting a walk in refrigerator. Always account for growth, but be sure not to bit off too much and end up incurring major energy costs that are not needed. Sometimes it is best to extend your unit once growth occurs rather than trying to grow into your Brooklyn walk in refrigerator.
Types of Insulation
There are two main methods of insulation used in walk ins: foamed-in-place and laminate. While there is little performance difference between the two, laminate does offer a bit more customization as it is easily cut, however foam is certainly a viable and sturdy option.
Refrigeration Systems Specifications
Refrigeration systems can be either remote or self-contained and can be placed on the roof of the walk-in, the roof of your building, or next to your building on a platform. The horsepower required will depend on your scale needs, and our team will walk you through the exact outputs you should aim for.
Walk in Flooring
We sell units both with and without flooring installed. Built-in floors are ideal for most restaurants because they are pre-insulated and provide better energy-efficiency however they can also be more expensive.
Get in Touch
We’re here to help you make the right choice and find the perfect walk in refrigerator for your Brooklyn restaurant or business. Contact our team today to discuss your next project!
Call us now at 212-443-2211.