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Polar G-Series Countertop Blast Chiller & Shock Freezer 8/5kg

SKU: CK640

£1,462.00(£1,754.40 inc VAT)

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  • In the event of equipment failure any parts needed will be provided 2
  • In the event of equipment failure an engineer will be sent for an onsite repair 2
  • Equipment may be supplied with a moulded plug but may be more suitably connected to a fused spur

The Polar G-Series is a compact countertop blast chiller and shock freezer designed to bring hot food down to safe storage temperatures quickly, or to freeze products rapidly when required. It accommodates three 2/3 GN containers, making it a practical fit for kitchens that need blast chilling capability without committing to a full freestanding unit. Construction is in stainless steel throughout, with a self-closing door and 75mm of insulation helping to maintain thermal efficiency during each cycle.

In a working kitchen, the value of blast chilling lies in food safety compliance and quality preservation. Rapid chilling through the bacterial danger zone protects food that would otherwise need to be discarded, and it does so without the texture, moisture, and nutritional losses that come with slow cooling. This unit handles the kind of volumes suited to smaller operations — a finishing kitchen, a café with a prep-ahead workflow, or a small restaurant managing daily batch production.

Practical day-to-day benefits include:

  • Keeps cooked food safe for longer by chilling rapidly through the danger zone
  • Preserves texture, appearance, and nutritional quality compared with ambient cooling
  • Supports prep-ahead and cook-chill workflows without a large footprint
  • Self-closing door reduces temperature loss between cycles
  • Stainless steel construction is straightforward to clean and well suited to kitchen environments

Being a countertop model, this unit requires a stable, level surface capable of supporting its weight, and adequate clearance around the unit for ventilation. It uses R290 refrigerant, which is a natural hydrocarbon — something to be aware of when considering placement and servicing. Electrical supply requirements should be confirmed before installation. The 660mm width means it will sit comfortably on most standard preparation counters, though bench depth and overhead clearance should be checked.

This model is well suited to small restaurants, cafés, hotel room service kitchens, and similar environments where blast chilling is needed regularly but service volumes do not justify a larger capacity unit. For kitchens processing significantly higher batch volumes or needing greater GN compatibility, a higher-capacity unit would be worth considering.

If you're unsure whether this unit matches your production volumes or workflow, our team is happy to talk it through with you before you commit.

Frequently asked questions

Is this unit suitable for a small restaurant or café doing daily batch prep?

Yes, the G-Series countertop model is well matched to smaller operations running regular but moderate batch volumes — a café producing pastries or a restaurant chilling daily sauces and proteins, for example. If your kitchen is producing significantly larger batches or running multiple cycles back to back throughout service, it's worth speaking to us about whether a higher-capacity unit would serve you better.

What do I need to consider before installing this on a counter?

The unit needs a level, stable surface strong enough to support its 42kg weight, and sufficient clearance around the casing for ventilation — check the manufacturer's guidelines for exact clearance requirements. You'll also need to confirm your electrical supply is compatible before installation. Because it uses R290 refrigerant, placement in well-ventilated areas is advisable, and any servicing should be carried out by a refrigeration engineer qualified to work with hydrocarbon refrigerants.

What is the difference between blast chilling and shock freezing, and does this unit do both?

Blast chilling rapidly reduces food temperature from hot down to a safe refrigerated storage temperature, typically around 3°C, preserving quality and moving food through the bacterial danger zone quickly. Shock freezing takes food down to frozen temperatures, around -18°C, in a controlled way that minimises ice crystal formation and protects texture. This Polar unit does both, selectable depending on your requirement for the batch in question.
Polar G-Series Countertop Blast Chiller & Shock Freezer 8/5kg

£1,462.00(£1,754.40 inc VAT)

£1,462.00(£1,754.40 inc VAT)

The Polar G-Series is a compact countertop blast chiller and shock freezer designed to bring hot food down to safe storage temperatures quickly, or to freeze products rapidly when required. It accommodates three 2/3 GN containers, making it a practical fit for kitchens that need blast chilling capability without committing to a full freestanding unit. Construction is in stainless steel throughout, with a self-closing door and 75mm of insulation helping to maintain thermal efficiency during each cycle.

In a working kitchen, the value of blast chilling lies in food safety compliance and quality preservation. Rapid chilling through the bacterial danger zone protects food that would otherwise need to be discarded, and it does so without the texture, moisture, and nutritional losses that come with slow cooling. This unit handles the kind of volumes suited to smaller operations — a finishing kitchen, a café with a prep-ahead workflow, or a small restaurant managing daily batch production.

Practical day-to-day benefits include:

  • Keeps cooked food safe for longer by chilling rapidly through the danger zone
  • Preserves texture, appearance, and nutritional quality compared with ambient cooling
  • Supports prep-ahead and cook-chill workflows without a large footprint
  • Self-closing door reduces temperature loss between cycles
  • Stainless steel construction is straightforward to clean and well suited to kitchen environments

Being a countertop model, this unit requires a stable, level surface capable of supporting its weight, and adequate clearance around the unit for ventilation. It uses R290 refrigerant, which is a natural hydrocarbon — something to be aware of when considering placement and servicing. Electrical supply requirements should be confirmed before installation. The 660mm width means it will sit comfortably on most standard preparation counters, though bench depth and overhead clearance should be checked.

This model is well suited to small restaurants, cafés, hotel room service kitchens, and similar environments where blast chilling is needed regularly but service volumes do not justify a larger capacity unit. For kitchens processing significantly higher batch volumes or needing greater GN compatibility, a higher-capacity unit would be worth considering.

If you're unsure whether this unit matches your production volumes or workflow, our team is happy to talk it through with you before you commit.