Polar U-Series 1.5 x 1.2m Integral Walk-In Cold Room Brown

The Polar U-Series walk-in cold room is a fully self-contained chiller unit — no remote condenser, no ducting, and no separate plant room required. The refrigeration system is entirely integral to the structure, which simplifies installation considerably and makes it a practical choice for both indoor and outdoor settings. This model is finished in Van Dyke Brown and is supplied, delivered, and professionally installed as part of the package price, covering mainland UK locations.

In operational terms, the unit is built to handle the sustained demand of a working kitchen. The forced-air cooling system maintains a consistent temperature even when ambient conditions are high, which matters in kitchens where heat from cooking equipment can affect surrounding areas. The 80mm insulated wall panels use a dovetail joining system that limits heat ingress and keeps internal humidity in check — both of which help protect perishable stock and reduce unnecessary compressor cycling. The self-closing door sits flush within the panel assembly, which improves thermal retention during busy service periods when the door is opened frequently.

• Integral refrigeration — no remote condenser or external plantwork needed
• Forced-air cooling maintains stable temperature even in warm ambient conditions
• 80mm insulated panels with dovetail jointing reduce heat ingress and humidity
• Self-closing, flush-fitting door supports temperature recovery between openings
• Suitable for indoor or outdoor installation with appropriate weatherproofing

For installation, this unit requires a single-phase electrical supply and a level, load-bearing floor capable of supporting the unit's weight when fully stocked. If positioned outdoors, a weather-resistant roof panel should be considered and is available separately. Internal racking and shelving are not included and will need to be sourced alongside the unit. As a special-to-order product, it is non-returnable once ordered, so it is worth confirming the specification before proceeding.

At this footprint, the unit is well suited to small to medium-sized catering operations — café kitchens, pub kitchens, small restaurant operations, or deli preparation areas where dedicated chilled storage is needed but a full walk-in installation is not feasible. For sites with higher throughput or larger teams accessing the cold room regularly, a unit with greater floor area may be worth considering. Equally, if the footprint feels larger than your operation currently needs, smaller configurations are available in the same range.

If you are weighing up whether this size is right for your operation, or want to talk through installation requirements before committing, the team is happy to help you work through the details.