Polar G-Series Upright Double Door Freezer White 1152Ltr

The Polar G-Series double door upright freezer is a large-capacity reach-in unit designed for busy commercial kitchens that need reliable, high-volume frozen storage. Running on R290 refrigerant and operating between -18°C and -22°C, it uses forced-air circulation to maintain consistent temperatures across the entire cabinet — essential when doors are opened frequently during a busy service.

In practice, a cabinet of this size is well suited to kitchens that carry substantial frozen stock and cannot afford temperature fluctuations that compromise food safety or quality. Forced-air cooling gives faster recovery after door openings compared to static systems, which matters when a prep team is moving in and out of the unit regularly. Automatic defrost keeps the unit running efficiently without the need for manual intervention or planned downtime, and the digital controls and LED display make monitoring straightforward for any member of kitchen staff.

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

• Compatible with 2/1 GN double trays, supporting organised, high-volume ingredient storage
• Height-adjustable shelves allow the interior to be configured around your particular stock profile
• Removable door seals simplify cleaning and help maintain hygiene standards over time
• Lockable castors allow the unit to be moved for thorough cleaning behind and beneath it
• Automatic defrost removes a routine maintenance task from the kitchen team's workload

At 169kg, this is a substantial piece of equipment, so floor loading and access routes should be considered before delivery. The cabinet carries a climate class 4 rating, making it suitable for warmer kitchen environments, though adequate ventilation around the unit is still important for efficient operation and longevity. The painted steel finish is durable in a professional environment but does require some care to avoid surface damage in high-traffic areas.

This unit is well suited to hotel kitchens, large restaurant operations, catering companies, and contract caterers where frozen storage volume is a genuine daily requirement. For smaller operations, a single-door alternative may be more proportionate. Equally, very high-throughput sites with walk-in requirements will need to look at a different category of solution altogether.

If you're unsure whether this cabinet is the right fit for your kitchen's volume and layout, we're happy to talk it through before you commit.