Foster EcoPro G3 EP1/3H Three Door Refrigerated Counter 435Ltr

The Foster EcoPro G3 EP1/3H is a three-door refrigerated counter designed for prep-line use in professional kitchens. It provides 435 litres of chilled storage in an under-counter format, keeping ingredients accessible at the point of preparation without pulling staff away from their workstation. The G3 platform has a well-established track record in commercial kitchens, and this generation builds on that foundation with refined energy efficiency and improved practical detail throughout.

In active service conditions, the counter holds temperature reliably through repeated door openings during busy periods. Foster's +stayclear condenser resists the lint and grease accumulation that degrades cooling performance over time — a meaningful advantage when the unit sits close to cooking equipment, as is common in prep-line configurations. The Airlines ventilation system draws air more efficiently across the compressor, reducing run time and lowering energy consumption across a full shift. The unit is rated to perform in ambient temperatures up to 43°C, so it copes with the heat levels found in working kitchen environments rather than struggling quietly in the background.

Day-to-day, the G3 counter offers a number of practical operational advantages:

• PureControl LED display gives clear temperature visibility with minimal energy draw
• 304-grade stainless steel on doors and high-contact surfaces withstands heavy daily use
• Cyclopentane insulation maintains thermal efficiency throughout the unit's working life
• Fully floating lock mechanism resists breakage if a key is left in the lock inadvertently
• Helicoil mains lead allows the unit to be pulled forward for cleaning without stressing the cable

Installation is straightforward in most kitchens, though a few points are worth considering before the unit arrives on site. The condenser requires adequate clearance for airflow — positioning the counter flush into a tight alcove without ventilation space will affect both performance and compressor life over time. Electrical connection should be completed by a qualified person. Where this unit is being installed alongside other refrigeration in a counter run, the cumulative heat load in that section of the kitchen is worth factoring into the layout plan.

This counter is well suited to mid-sized restaurant kitchens, hotel operations, and contract catering environments where consistent prep-line refrigeration is needed across a full service day. It works as a standalone unit or built into a larger counter configuration. Kitchens with lighter throughput may find a single- or two-door model in the same range more proportionate to their needs. For very high-volume sites operating extended service periods or particularly demanding environments, it is worth discussing whether a higher-specification unit would be the better long-term choice.

If you would like to talk through how this unit fits your kitchen layout, existing refrigeration setup, or service pattern, our team is happy to help before you commit to an order.