Sterling Pro SPI-7-180-30 452 Ltr 3 Door Counter Fridge

The Sterling Pro SPI-7-180-30 is a three-door refrigerated counter unit from the Green range, offering 452 litres of usable chilled storage at worktop height. It uses a hydrocarbon refrigerant in place of the more common HFC alternatives, which reduces its environmental impact and contributes to noticeably lower energy running costs compared to equivalent units in the standard range. The unit is European-built, which is reflected in the build consistency and the quality of components used throughout.

In a working kitchen environment, counter fridges take a great deal of punishment — doors opened repeatedly during service, fluctuating ambient temperatures, and the need to hold safe temperatures throughout a full shift. The SPI-7-180-30 is designed with that in mind. The heavy-duty forced-air circulation system maintains even temperatures across all three compartments, and the Carel controller gives accurate, reliable temperature management that operators can trust. The auto defrost function keeps the unit performing consistently without manual intervention.

From a practical standpoint, this unit offers several advantages worth noting:

• Hydrocarbon refrigerant supports lower energy consumption and reduced environmental impact
• Stainless steel interior and exterior for durability and straightforward cleaning
• Self-closing doors help maintain consistent temperatures during busy service
• Castors fitted as standard for easier repositioning and cleaning underneath
• Compatible with drawer inserts where organised, accessible storage is preferred

Installation is straightforward for a unit of this type. It runs on a standard single-phase supply, requires adequate clearance at the rear and sides for ventilation, and the castors make positioning flexible. It is worth considering the ambient temperature of the installation area — like all refrigerated equipment, performance is optimised in a well-ventilated space rather than a tightly enclosed hot kitchen corner.

This counter fridge is well suited to cafés, pub kitchens, small restaurant prep areas, and sandwich operations where accessible chilled storage at the point of preparation is important. The three-door configuration gives good capacity without requiring the footprint of a larger upright cabinet. For higher-volume operations with more demanding throughput requirements, a larger or higher-specification unit may be worth considering.

If you are unsure whether this unit is the right fit for your kitchen layout or service volume, the team is happy to talk it through with you before you commit.