A commercial refrigeration system that is both efficient and reliable is a must for any business, be it a shop or wholesaler, that needs to stored produce is a cool environment.

Here at J&M Refrigeration, amongst our clients are grocery stores, supermarkets and even restaurants. We supply commercial refrigeration to a range of clients from a variety of industries, but while they all have different styles and functions as a company they all require functional fridges and freezers that can safely and correctly house their stock.

If you are thinking about choosing the right commercial refrigeration system for your firm then below see a list of reasons to use J&M Refrigeration for your commercial refrigeration needs and what we have to offer.

Range of Sizes

The amount of stock you have and the actual service your business provides will determine the size of the refrigeration unit you need. Because we provide such a vast range of fridge and freezer sizes you can rest assured that we will have a size to suit your needs.

The particular size you need will also depend on what it is you actually want to stock and how much of it you have but thanks to the assortment of unit sizes we can provide we are confident there will be a commercial refrigeration size to suit everyone.

Multiple Unit Designs

Which style of commercial refrigeration installation you will require from us will, like the size, depend on what kind of business you are. Another factor is the floor layout of where you wish to place your unit. If floor space is limited then a thinner, narrower unit would probably suit you better than a wide, deep fridge that will end up taking up most of the room leaving it cramped for your customer.

We have a multitude of designs to ensure that each company will be able to find the right type of fridge or freezer for them. Whether you need something to showcase your stock to customers or simply just to house products in the back of your shop will also determine the fridge design you will need.

Nationwide Maintenance

To keep your fridges and freezers running correctly and efficiently you will need to have them regularly serviced and in the unfortunate event of a breakdown, you will need them to be rapidly repaired to prevent costly spoiling to your stock.

J&M Refrigeration provides a 24/7, year-round maintenance and Commercial Refrigeration Repair service, that is available across the UK mainland, to ensure that your refrigeration systems are consistently working to an optimum level of performance.

Industry Leading Brands

The range of commercial refrigeration systems we stock contain many industry leading brands. We believe that in order to supply our customers with the best possible units we can that we use the most renown brands from around the world who are known throughout the industry for their functionality and reliability.

We pride ourselves on stocking refrigeration systems from the most popular, practical refrigeration brands in the industry.

System Functionality

When it comes to commercial refrigeration systems we know a unit that is easy to use and allows you to easily view the products on offer makes for a functional fridge or freezer. Each unit we provide can consistently cool your products while remaining easily accessible.

For the business owners and their staff, the fridge and freezers will need to be easy to clean and pack with their stock while for customers it should be easy to pick and what they want from inside the unit. We even offer remote refrigeration systems to allow for functional remote temperature monitoring.

Every commercial kitchen needs a safe and reliable way to store its produce, and a commercial cold room could be just the solution you’re looking for.

Here at J&M Refrigeration, we’re one of the UK’s leading suppliers of commercial cold rooms, with over 30 years of experience to our name.

We’ve supplied cold rooms to businesses from a multitude of industries, all of whom have reaped the benefits of purchasing one of our commercial cold rooms.

But how exactly can your business benefit from a commercial cold room?

Our experts reveal all in this article.

 

What is a commercial cold room?

A commercial cold room is the largest piece of refrigeration equipment found in personal food storage or commercial catering businesses.

They’re designed to be used as a fridge or freezer, but some offer both functions.

You can access your produce by entering the cold storage room through a door, where all your goods are kept at optimal temperature inside – organised on shelves and easily available at a glance.

There are various cold room installation options available with different capacities, components, and design features.

 

They’re efficient

As expert cold room suppliers, we stock walk-in cold rooms from a selection of some of the most renowned brands in the industry.

Because we supply from the best, we know that our commercial cold rooms will provide an exceptional level of energy efficiency – a massive advantage for a business of any size.

Instead of having several refrigeration units running at once, you’ll just have one – which means your energy bills will be significantly less every month.

Plus, if you’ve got a commercial cold store that’s big enough to stow all refrigerated items, it’ll be easier and cheaper to maintain.

 

They’re convenient

The ability to walk in and out of a commercial cold fridge offers endless benefits.

Not only does it make your space more efficient, but it also allows you to get what you need as soon as possible.

Let’s say, for example, you’ve received an order for an item on your menu that you don’t cook very often, or you want to serve exclusive drinks to customers.

You’ll be able to do so without the added pressure of having to fumble through endless items on your fridge shelves.

The extra space that a commercial cold room can offer is also a massive advantage for hospitality businesses.

Having the capacity to store more food than usual is essential when you’re catering for large events, and you need to make sure you have enough stock to see you through the busy periods.

 

They help save space

If you’re strapped for space, a commercial cold room will be perfect.

They save you a substantial amount of space compared to using multiple commercial refrigerators and freezers to house your perishable goods.

After all, a commercial cold room is exactly that – a room.

So rather than having to walk around lots of fridges and freezers which take up valuable floor space, you would simply enter a room which is specifically designed and designated for the cold storage of the products that you sell.

The fact that everything is in one room also makes organising your goods a lot easier than if they were all spread across different storage units.

You’ll have more space for viewable shelves to organise and store your produce, which will help you manage everything much more effectively – making it much easier than having to delve into a jam-packed fridge or freezer in search of a particular item.

 

They’re cost-effective

Like with most things, cost is an important consideration when looking into a commercial cold room for your business.

With their lower energy demands, fewer components, and only one chiller instead of many, it’s easy to see how a commercial cold room could save you a considerable amount of money over time.

It’s difficult to put a price on buying and installing a commercial cold room, as it typically depends on the size of the room and varying factors such as its placement, door type, and racking options.

For a better idea of how much a commercial cold room will cost your business, get in touch with J&M Refrigeration for a personalised quote.

 

Which industries benefit from commercial cold rooms?

Walk-in cold rooms are intended for use in various commercial and industrial applications, including (but not limited to):

• Hotels
• Airports
• Retail
• Production
• Restaurants
• Leisure
• Logistics

If you’re no longer finding your standard refrigeration equipment to be sufficient, a cold room is the next logical step.

 

Adjustable cold room suppliers

J&M Refrigeration commercial cold rooms are easy to adjust to your needs.

With a huge range of temperatures available, you can change the temperature inside your walk-in cold room to the exact temperature that your business requires.

Our cold rooms are both insulated and fully sealed, meaning that they can easily maintain the temperature you set.

Our products are extremely reliable, and can usually be set to any temperature between -30°C and 30°C – allowing you to use them for a variety of purposes, such as a dry room or freezer.

To find out more about our commercial cold rooms, or any of our other refrigeration products, either complete our contact form or call our team on 0121 544 0555.

A quick internet search sees a ‘refrigerated cabinet’ defined as a fridge that’s used for the storage of perishable goods.

It doesn’t matter what type of products you’re providing or where it is – be it in a supermarket, a farm shop or a restaurant. If you wish to create a clean, visual display of what you have on offer, then a refrigerated display case from J&M Refrigeration is exactly what you need.

Their doors are made of glass and allow customers to see the goods inside. If your customers can’t see your products, they’ll either have to rummage for the product they want at their inconvenience or simply leave the premises – meaning you’ll miss out on sale and lose revenue as a result.

However, your customers most definitely won’t have any problems seeing through a glass door refrigerated display cabinet, like the ones that we stock.

Trust us when we say that they’re exactly what your business needs to generate more sales. 

They’re more energy efficient

If customers are opening and closing the door of a fridge to see what is inside, then this will not only be bad for energy output, but it will prove costly.

By contrast, the energy efficiency of a refrigerated display case with a glass door cannot be underestimated.

Because the doors are glass, your customers will easily be able to see what products you have to sell before opening the door.

Not only will this conserve energy, potentially saving you some money, it’ll also help you better maintain the internal temperature of your fridge – allowing you to keep your stock fresher for longer.

Your produce looks more appealing

The fact your products will be housed in a glass refrigerated display case will improve their appearance, almost like a trophy cabinet appeal.

The lighting inside the fridge will make those goods stand out a lot more than if they were placed in a traditional fridge which only lights up when you open the door.

As well as keeping your goods cool and displaying them in an attractive manner, another benefit of our glass door refrigerators is their stylish design – which will entice your customers to look inside at what you’re selling.

Lots of last-minute purchases are made by customers who pass your refrigerated display cabinets.

Your refrigerated display case should reflect the overall outlook of your business building. That might seem a daunting task for some businesses, but as we work with some of the industry’s biggest brands, we always have an assortment of refrigerated display cases in stock.

Enhanced organisation

Another great thing about refrigerated display cases is that they allow businesses to replenish and organise their stock in the most efficient way possible.

They allow you to see your remaining stock on display without having to open any doors – the only time you need to open them is when the time comes to replenish items.

You’re also able to organise your products neatly and attractively, which will make your customers more inclined to make a purchase.

They can fit in pretty much any space

Another advantage of refrigerated display cabinets is that they can come in a range of sizes, making them capable of fitting into all kinds of spaces – from a small cafe that’s short on floor space to a large shop or supermarket with plenty of room for manoeuvre.

Because of this, you will easily be able to purchase one that best suits your premises’ layout and design.

No matter your specific business requirements, our glass door refrigerators will perfectly meet your demands.

Maintenance is straightforward

The materials used to make our refrigerated display cases allow them to be cleaned and maintained instantly.

Because they’re constructed from glass, you can spot stains and smudges and clean them quickly. To make sure they’re always looking their best, use a cloth dampened with an appropriate cleaning solution.

You’ll also be able to see any spoiled products thanks to the presence of the glass and throw them out immediately.

They’re a long-lasting investment for your business

Thanks to the heavy-duty, durable materials that our refrigerated display cases are constructed with, like tough glass and stainless steel, they make the ideal investment for your business.

You can be confident they’ll serve not just your business, but your customers, for years to come.

J&M Refrigeration has a range of designs, styles and sizes of refrigerated cabinets available, so to discuss our extensive range further, submit our ‘request a call back’ form or instead, you can contact our team on 0121 544 0555.

Here at J&M Refrigeration, we have over 30 years of supplying and installing refrigeration solutions for the food retail and hospitality sectors, and one of the most popular and widely appreciated food storage solutions, that is enjoyed by both businesses and customers alike is the serve over counter. These refrigeration appliances allow for the exquisite showcasing of your products, while maintaining perfect storage temperatures and the highest standards of food hygiene. Often used in food stores for showcasing fresh meat and fish, or in cafés for homing a range of cakes or ice cream, these solutions allow you to instil trust in your products with your customers, as they can see for themselves the quality of the produce. And throughout the rest of this article, we’ll take a look at three advantages that serve over counters can offer your business.

 

Learn more about the serve over counter refrigeration solutions we provide here at J&M Refrigeration and request a call back from one of our experienced refrigeration team today!

 

Aesthetic Product Display

With beautiful glass viewing space that can be illuminated with LED stripped lighting a serve over counter provides the perfect storage solution for your food produce, allowing it to be clearly visible to all customers. Here the lighting is an essential aspect, helping to improve sales through creating a welcoming and optimal display space for your food protects be it fresh meat, cheese or cakes. When it comes to any form of sale, the visual impact of the products on your customer’s mind is key and with a well-designed serve over display counter you can establish trust with your customers as they are able to view your products in an aesthetic and mouth-watering setting.

 

High-Quality Temperature Control

But above the advantage of being aesthetically pleasing, comes the main purpose of any serve over chiller which is to provide your business with a controlled temperature environment for you to store your food products. And here at J&M Refrigeration, we supply and install serve over counter appliances from some of the world leading refrigeration manufactures, which feature automated temperature control sensors and digital displays so that you can rest assured that your refrigeration units will always perform at the highest quality and maintain the correct temperature for your products.

 

A Hygienic Solution

Hygiene is the most important factor within any aspect of the food industry from retail to hospitality, and poor hygiene levels within your work environment can cause food contamination and potential illness for your customers, which may lead to legal cases and affect the reputation of your business. Serve over counters, however, provide an extremely hygienic food preservation, storage and display solution, with high-quality tempered glass, allowing you to showcase your products to your customers while protecting the food from contamination. And manufactured using stainless steel, which has natural anti-bacterial properties and is much easier to clean, serve over counters are the perfect solution for maintaining high standards of food hygiene.

So, there you have three fantastic advantages that serve over counters can offer your food store or café, and here at J&M Refrigeration our experienced team are always on hand to help you find the ideal food storage and refrigeration solution for your business, so why not get in touch with us today!

Cooling and refrigeration is a vital component of the food retail sector, providing essential product storage and preservations solutions, while also offering your business the perfect way to display your food produce to your customers. And the bigger your store is the more you have to think about the right solution, with a large enough capacity, the method of storage and general size of the refrigeration units needing to be considered. One of the most popular solutions within the food retail industry is multideck display fridges, offering a fantastic cooling solution while providing ample storage space. Multideck fridge solutions can come in several forms from integral chillers to remote multideck fridges, and in the rest of this article, we’ll take a look at some of the benefits this fantastic cooling solution can offer your food store.

Learn more about our Multideck Display Fridges and request a call back from one of our expert team today!

Impressive Display Volume

A well crafted multideck display fridge will provide ample display volume, providing customers with vivid views of all the food products you store within. This feature is the real reason to invest in multideck fridges for your retail store, giving you a seamless blend of storage space, through versatile and flexible internal shelving, and commercial pull, as customers can easily spot items as they traverse the isles of your shop. This makes them perfect for highlighting any special offers you may be having on products, and ensuring they catch your customer’s eyes, by placing them within your customer line of sight.

 

Efficient Performance and Temperature Control

Whether it be multideck fridges or freezers that you’re after, due to the advanced cooling technologies used in the manufacturing process and the range of multideck solutions available, from integral chillers, where all components and integrated into the frame, or remote refrigeration units where the cooling system is separate from the main display cabinet, multideck fridges are renowned for efficient performance and temperature maintenance.  The easily controllable setting of temperature ranges for these solutions ensures that they are suitable for the preservation of a wide range of food products.

 

Easy Maintenance

Another fantastic benefit of multideck fridges is how easy they are to clean and maintain. Fitted with removable shelving, you can easily maintain the high hygiene standards required for your store, through easy access to both shelves and the internal refrigeration space. And here at J&M Refrigeration, we offer a full range of 24/7 refrigeration servicing and repair solutions ensuring that your multideck fridges continue to perform efficiently offering the highest level of service to your business and your customers.

So, there you have three great benefits for multideck fridges and how they can provide your food retail store with an efficient cooling and storage solution, that helps to market and sell your products to your customers. If you’d like to learn more about our refrigeration solutions then call our expert team today on 0121 544 0555 or drop us a message through our website today!

 

HVAC is the acronym used for the system and equipment used in commercial and industrial buildings to perform and manage the heating, ventilation and air conditioning, sometimes an ‘R’ is added to constitute refrigeration. Such Commercial HVAC Systems are used across a whole host of environments to not only help manage the indoor air temperature, but to also ensure an intake of air from outside, eliminate contaminated air, and manage the energy consumption of the building. And from local stores to large office buildings HVAC systems are the most efficient way to control the heating, ventilation and air conditioning, but just how do they work?

How do HVAC systems work?

The first thing to note about commercial HVAC systems is they tend to be made up of a number of interconnected systems, which play their part to efficiently manage the heating, ventilation and air conditioning of the building. The number of systems will differ depending on the size and use of the building, but some of the solutions that are used to make up the HVAC system include:

• Heat Pumps – These work to extract heat from the air or in some cases water to heat the building, acting like a refrigeration unit but in reverse.
• Rooftop units – This form of unit you will most commonly recognise from TV and film, being found on building rooftops, though they can be fitted at ground level also, and work to duct the conditioned air into the building.
• Chillers – These units generate cool water which is then distributed via piping systems to air cooling coils.
• Heaters – This form of unit comes in two different types, the more traditional hot air furnace, that uses fuel to heat the air, and radiant heaters which utilises infrared radiation to heat objects.

By combining these different solutions, you can ensure your business has an efficient HVAC system that can provide a whole host of benefits, so let’s just take a look at some them now:

Four benefits of a new commercial HVAC system

       1 – Improve Energy Efficiency and Reduce Overhead

The initial cost of a new HVAC system may be an expense you initially don’t want to think about, but the energy efficiency of a new system can save you dramatic amounts on your monthly utility bills saving your business money in the long run. HVAC systems can significantly reduce the energy consumed by your office or store, due to a wide range of energy-saving technologies that can be fitted as part of the system, such as energy recovery ventilation or dehumidification.

       2 – Employee Comfort

Most office buildings and business premises have areas that differ in temperature to others, often causing staff in those areas to feel uncomfortable, some wrapped up in extra layers to stay warm, while others have had to bring in their own desk fans to keep them cool. This can be caused by a number of issues, from as simple as the inefficiency of your old HVAC system, to the construction of new areas of your premise. In both instances, the installation of a new commercial HVAC system can ensure that you don’t have any inconsistencies within your workplace and that all of your team remain comfortable and relaxed while working.

       3 – Employee Health

Talking about helping your staff feel comfortable and relaxed, also alleviates stress which can have a significant effect on the health of your employees. But HVAC systems don’t just help improve your employee’s health because of that, acting not only as a heating and cooling system, HVAC help to manage ventilation in your workplace. Spaces which contain printers or industrial equipment can produce ozone, or your old HVAC may be circulating dust and debris through the air conditioning. Here the fitting of a new commercial HVAC system can help ensure that only the most efficient ventilation takes place, helping to keep your staff healthy both emotionally and physically.

       4 – Reduced Maintenance & Repair

As with all things, as they age HVAC systems require regular maintenance and if you don’t keep up that maintenance or bought a building with a pre-existing and dated HVAC you may be facing some serious repair costs to ensure that your system provides the efficiency and quality of service your business requires. But by investing in a new commercial HVAC system you can ensure the quality of service is kept to the highest levels. Furthermore, the maintenance costs of a new system will be considerably cheaper and less time-consuming, than managing your old tired HVAC unit. Plus our 24/7 maintenance services are always on hand to help!

So, have we got your attention? We understand that a new HVAC system might not be at the top of your business priority list, but it is an essential part of ensuring you receive the best efficiency from both your workplace and your employees, and if you’d like to learn how the expert team here at J&M Refrigeration can help you find the ideal HVAC System solution for your business then get in touch today!

The doors of your walk-in cooler or freezer are essential components, after all, they ensure the cold air inside is kept in and the hot external air kept out, maintain the temperature and allow your walk-in to work as efficiently as possible. But one of the most important aspects of the walk-in door that is often overlooked and yet can be the most common source of issues, if not correctly maintained is the door seal. In this blog, we’ll take a look at the possible issues that can arise due to a faulty walk-in door seal and how these can be prevented and repaired.

If you wish to discuss your specific cooling needs, then click here and let one of our experts give you a call to discuss your requirements.

When a fault occurs in your walk-in door seal several issues can arise which comprise the safety, efficiency and quality of your cooler or freezer.

 

Ice Build-up

In the case of a freezer, where temperatures are kept well below freezing to preserve food and medical products, issues with your door seal may allow for warmer external air to move through the seal, as this warmer air cools, due to the internal temperature of the freezer, it will form condensation, which can collect in the door seal. Over time this condensation will freeze to form ice. If this continues to build up it can cause significant damage to your walk-in door, reducing the efficiency and even potentially breaking the door completely.

 

Mould and Bacteria

The most common usage for walk-in coolers and freezers is to maintain the exact conditions which are required for the hygienic preservation of food and pharmaceutical products. But walk-in door seals can often trap food and dirt, which over time if not cleaned can lead to the growth of mould and the spread of bacteria compromising the products stored in your walk-in units.

 

Maintenance, Cleaning and Repair

It should go without saying that to reduce the wear and tear of your door seals, regular inspections of your walk-in door seals are a must, to identify cracks, tears or holes and ensure your doors are providing a strong air-tight seal. And if that isn’t enough to convince you, check out our blog on the importance of commercial refrigeration maintenance. One quick and simple way to check the performance of your door seals is to slide a piece of paper between the door and seal. If the paper easily slides out, then there is a leak in the seal and the door seal needs repairing.

When it comes to cleaning, a simple nylon scrub and soapy water will suffice for general cleans and help prevent the build-up of mould.

That being said, it is essential that regular servicing of your walk-in units be conducted and our team of qualified engineers are always on hand to provide these you can speak to us now about our service packages, which include general service and repair, as well as our 24/7 reactive service package.

So, there you have it, walk-in door seals are one of the most important aspects of your walk-in units and are essential to the efficient and safe performance of your cold storage solutions. If you’d like to discuss any of the information discussed further or speak with one of our experts, then get in touch with us today!

When it comes to commercial refrigeration there are two main forms of units that can be installed, self-contained and remote. Both provide suitable and efficient solutions for a wide range of commercial refrigeration needs and yet both have their pros and cons depending on what exactly your cold storage project requires. In the rest of this blog, we’ll take a look at both forms of units outline how they work and what the pros and cons of both are.

If you wish to discuss your specific cooling needs, then click here and let one of our experts give you a call to discuss your requirements.

 

Self-contained Refrigeration

Self-contained refrigeration systems are used in most commercial cooling solutions. The system works by having all aspects from the condenser to the evaporator built within the cabinet of the refrigeration unit. Here the evaporator will always be found at the top of the unit, while the condenser can be located anywhere within the unit, with the two aspects connected via tubes, to carry coolant throughout the system ensuring consistent temperature for the storage of produce.

This form of refrigeration is extremely convenient allowing a simple ‘plug and go’ solution making it suitable for a whole host of cooling needs.

Main Pros & Cons

+Due to the units encasing the entire system only one purchase is required.

+Quick and simple installation process

+Easy to service and maintain

-Can get warm, heating the external environment considerably

-Unit size can make it unsuitable for small environments

-Can have an increased impact on the electrical bill.

Remote Refrigeration

Though most commercial refrigeration units tend to be self-contained, there are certain scenarios and industries that require the installation of remote refrigeration units, examples of such are in the case where facilities are small, meaning they can easily be overheated by a self-contained unit. Another common area where remote refrigeration units tend to be used is in supermarkets and grocery stores where the shop floor houses large banks of commercial coolers, allowing the product to easily be displayed while keeping heat and noise to a minimum

Main Pros & Cons

+ Separating condenser and compressor from the refrigerating cabinet helps reduce noise and temperature.

+ Tend to offer larger internal storage space than self-contained units.

-Involve more work to install, service and maintain.

How long do commercial refrigeration units last?

Typically, commercial refrigeration units last for up to 10 years.

Of course, this is subject to how much wear and tear they sustain, but if they’re well looked after they should serve your business for years to come.

With proper maintenance, some high-quality models can sometimes last for as long as 15 years!

As a business owner, you want your equipment to last as long as possible, which is why regular cleaning and maintenance are so important.

Not only does it help to prolong your refrigeration unit’s life, but it also helps you keep your stock fresh and organised, and prevent major faults down the line.

So, how do I maintain a commercial refrigeration unit?

Regular cleaning goes a long way, and you should make time to clean everything thoroughly at least once every week if you can.

Remove your products, wipe down any spills, and use a gentle cleaning solution (warm water and soap or vinegar) and a soft brush or cloth to scrub any spills away.

Make sure to use a proper cleaning solution on the exterior, to make sure you don’t damage it in any way.

You should also steer clear of harsh brushes, to avoid scratches.

Other maintenance checks include cleaning the condenser coil, checking up on the gaskets and air filters and making sure everything is dry.

If you notice a problem, get in touch with our maintenance crew. They’re available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to come and investigate/solve the issue.

So, there you have it, everything you need to know about self-contained and remote refrigeration units, from what they are, where they work best and what the pros and cons of each type of cooling units are. If you’d like to speak with one of our experts, then you can request a callback and one of our team will be happy to discuss you and your businesses exact cold storage needs.