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A chilled cabinet is essential for keeping food fresh while presenting it attractively—but many businesses are missing out on a straightforward upgrade that can significantly boost energy efficiency. Adding doors to a chilled cabinet can improve performance by up to 50%, making it one of the smartest, most cost-effective investments in any foodservice environment.
Why Doors Make a Difference
Open-fronted chilled cabinets are popular for their accessibility and visual appeal, but they also allow cold air to escape freely, increasing the demand on refrigeration systems. This leads to higher energy usage, inconsistent temperatures, and more frequent maintenance.
By fitting double-glazed doors, you can reduce cold air loss dramatically. These doors create an insulated barrier, improving temperature stability and reducing energy consumption by up to 50%.
Even with single-glazed or loose-fitting doors, energy savings of around 40% can still be achieved—offering a significant return without fully enclosing the unit. For businesses balancing access and efficiency, these are a smart middle ground.
Additional Benefits of Fitted Doors
- Consistent Temperature – Keeps chilled food fresher for longer with minimal fluctuation.
- Improved Hygiene – Helps prevent contamination from customer handling and airborne particles.
- Professional Display – Maintains visual appeal while clearly separating stock from ambient air.
- Operational Savings – Reduced compressor workload means less wear, fewer repairs, and lower energy bills.
Flexible Options from Counterline
Counterline’s range of chilled cabinets includes door options for both serve-over and self-service applications. Units can be specified with:
- Double-glazed sliding or hinged doors for superior insulation
- Rear-access doors for staff-side service
- Front-and-rear configurations for high-volume, dual-access counters
With modular design flexibility, you can specify the perfect chilled cabinet setup for your space, menu, and staffing model.
Smarter Cabinets for a More Efficient Future
Whether you’re operating a café, retail outlet, contract catering kitchen, or hospitality venue, adding doors to your chilled cabinet can cut energy use dramatically—helping you meet environmental targets while saving money day to day.
Discover What a Smarter Chilled Cabinet Can Do for You
Ready to cut energy costs and improve food display performance? Explore our chilled cabinet ranges with energy-saving door options, or speak to our team for tailored advice on the best configuration for your space.
📞 Contact us today to discuss your requirements.
