Before discovering the main benefits of plug-in cooling systems, it’s important to understand what a cooling system is, how it works and its main categories on the market.
What is a Refrigeration System?
A refrigeration system is a set of components designed to remove heat from a space or piece of equipment, ensuring an ideal temperature for preserving perishable products. This thermodynamic process transfers heat from an insulated environment to the outside, using a refrigerant fluid.
How does a plug-in cooling system work?
Plug-in refrigeration equipment operates on the principle of mechanical vapour compression. This system consists of four main components:
- Compressor: compresses the refrigerant, converting it from vapour to pressurised gas.
- Condenser: removes heat from the gas, converting it into liquid.
- Expansion device: reduces the pressure of the liquid, preparing it for the next stage.
- Evaporator: absorbs heat from the environment, vaporising the fluid and completing the cycle.
Types of Plug-in Equipment
There are currently several Plug-in equipment options available on the market, with different orientations (vertical or horizontal), types of cold (positive or negative), and concepts of use (supermarkets, ice cream, drinks, etc.).
5 Benefits of Plug-in Cooling Systems
- Quick and easy installation: Without the need for complex infrastructure, Plug-in devices can be plugged directly into the socket and are up and running in no time.
- Reduced Initial and Operating Costs: These systems have a lower acquisition cost and require less specialised labour for installation.
- Simplified maintenance: Maintenance is quick and simple, minimising downtime and avoiding waste.
- Energy Efficiency: Heat losses are minimised, resulting in lower energy consumption, especially in commercial spaces with short distances between units.
- Layout customisation: The autonomous and modular nature of Plug-in equipment allows it to be moved and repositioned as required, providing flexibility at the point of sale.
Choose the right equipment
These are the main benefits of plug-in refrigeration systems, in which you must first understand which equipment best suits your business needs or even the needs of your point of sale.
Considering the concept of utilisation, find out which FRICON premium equipment is best suited to your business:
