During summer when the weather is warm, all customers want is a cold refreshing drink to quench their thirst and cool them down. There is nothing more frustrating than ordering a cold drink that is inadequately chilled and served at room temperature. Likewise, from the perspective of the businesses who take pride in their products, there is nothing worse than serving substandard drinks.
Purchasing the right commercial bottle cooler is essential for all businesses that serve chilled bottled beverages. Choosing your bar refrigeration wisely will guarantee that your customers always receive a quality product, even when the temperature outside is soaring.
FFD's Top Tips for Buying & Using a Commercial Bottle Cooler
You Get What You Pay For
Looking to buy budget pieces? The old saying ‘you get what you pay for’ has never been truer when searching for the perfect piece of bar refrigeration. Rather than looking to save a few pounds and investing in the cheapest model possible, make a wise purchase that will reduce potential financial outlay in the future. Paying less initially will often leave you spending more overall in the long run when break downs and replacement parts have to be fitted.
Check Out the Specs
Although all bottle coolers fundamentally perform the same job, some brands will offer higher quality than others. While some models may be a little pricier, they will provide you with peace of mind and satisfaction that you will always be in a position to serve bottled drinks that are chilled to perfection.
Think About Space
As with all pieces of refrigeration equipment, bottle coolers need ample space around the unit to ensure ample air circulation is achieved. A surprising number of people cram their bottle coolers into a tight cupboard space purely for aesthetic purposes and then wonder why it isn’t working properly and is overheating. By making sure that the placement and installation is correct, you can save yourself time and money in the future by cancelling out pricey call out and repair charges.
Remember Cleaning and Maintenance
Following maintenance procedures is vital although some businesses do neglect to follow the outline for care. This neglect may be due to lack of time or simply that they don’t feel it is important but in-house maintenance is a necessity to prolong the life and optimise the performance of your bottle cooler. By cleaning the interior and exterior on a daily basis you can ensure that hygiene standards are maintained. Also wiping the back of the unit and clearing away any dust and debris will prevent the equipment from becoming blocked. During warm bouts of weather, your bar fridges will be working harder than ever to keep your bottles chilled to perfection, so make sure you make it as easy as possible for them to perform. Working these simple methods into daily and weekly cleaning schedules will guarantee that your initial investment is well worth the money and remains a stalwart workhorse for years to come.
Finding the Perfect Bottle Cooler
All businesses demand quality, reliability and affordability from all pieces of commercial equipment. The range available on the market can make the final decision a tough one. You can read reviews and understand the specifications yet still not be 100% certain that your decision and ultimate selection is the right one. At FFD we have an experienced and knowledgeable team that can offer unbiased and professional help to guide you through the minefield to a bottle cooler that meets all of your requirements and satisfies all of your needs. They are available to assist and advise you either on the phone or via the live chat option on the website.
If you are looking to carry out a bit of personal research into different models first then check out our most popular bottle coolers this season; the Blizzard BAR2 and the Tefcold DB201S.
This bottle cooler is an entry-level piece of equipment which performs well and is competitively priced. The sleek black design means that it will fit in with any design and adds a touch of elegant yet modern atmosphere to your bar area. With double hinged doors (a sliding door model also available) and four adjustable shelves (2 on each side), this piece of equipment can accommodate all of your needs.
The laminated plate exterior and aluminium interior offer great insulation and durability against the knocks that are bound to occur behind the bar. The size and capacity of this bottle cooler are ample and fulfils the compromise between using up less floor space without losing too much storage.
This Blizzard model comes with 24 months parts and labour warranty as standard and when ordering from FFD is available with a next day delivery option when ordered before the cut-off deadline.
Tefcold have created a practical yet appealing under counter sliding bottle cooler with this model. With fan assisted cooling, adjustable feet and split level shelves and self-closing sliding doors (hinged door models are available), it really makes more out of any bar setting.
Monitoring the internal temperature is quick and easy with the digital controller and clear temperature display guaranteeing that you will never serve any product which is not chilled to exactly the right degree.
Tefcold supply a 24 month parts only manufacturer’s warranty as standard with every purchase of this model however additional labour cover is available, giving you peace of mind that you are being cared for even after making your purchase. When ordering this unit with FFD you will be eligible for a next day delivery if put through before the closing deadline.
If your business wants to satisfy your customers this summer with bottled beverages served at the perfect temperature then make sure that you have only quality pieces of bottle cooling equipment behind your bar. With research into the different specifications and will an experienced word of advice from our team you can guarantee that you will not only refresh your guests but you will also get a refreshing surprise when you look at your warm weather profits in the future.
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