Polar G-Series 9x 1/3GN Countertop Refrigerated Prep Fridge

The Polar G-Series countertop prep fridge is a refrigerated topping shelf designed to hold nine 1/3 gastronorm pans at serving temperature across a 2,000mm-wide footprint. It sits on or behind a counter, keeping prepared ingredients chilled and accessible throughout service without the need to reach into a separate cabinet. Commonly used on food prep lines, sandwich bars, and self-service salad stations, it is built for environments where cold ingredients need to be within arm's reach and consistently held within a safe temperature range.

In busy service conditions, maintaining ingredient temperature is one of the more difficult disciplines in a commercial kitchen, particularly when ambient temperatures rise during peak covers. The G-Series unit is rated to perform in ambient temperatures up to 32°C, which makes it a practical choice for kitchens without air conditioning or those operating in warmer months without consistent climate control. The nine-pan layout supports a reasonable volume of different ingredients simultaneously, reducing the need to replenish from a back-of-house fridge mid-service.

From an operational standpoint, the unit offers several practical advantages:

• Wide nine-pan layout keeps a full range of ingredients accessible at one station
• Glass surround helps maintain food hygiene and reduces contamination risk
• Countertop format integrates naturally into existing prep lines and servery counters
• R600a refrigerant offers a lower environmental impact compared to older refrigerants
• Two-year on-site parts and labour warranty limits downtime risk

At 2,000mm wide and 79kg, this unit requires a stable, level counter surface capable of supporting the weight when fully loaded with pans and ingredients. It runs on a standard 230V supply, so no specialist electrical installation is needed, though adequate ventilation around the unit is important for reliable compressor performance. The 395mm depth is relatively shallow, which suits front-of-counter or servery installations where space behind the counter is limited.

This model is well suited to sandwich bars, deli counters, café prep lines, and catering operations where a high variety of cold ingredients need to be presented or accessed efficiently during service. For very high-volume sites with heavier ingredient throughput or more demanding ambient conditions, it is worth considering whether a larger or more powerful unit would better match the operation.

If you are unsure whether this unit fits your counter configuration or service setup, our team is happy to talk through the specifics before you commit to a purchase.