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Polar G-Series Upright Display Fridge 218Ltr Black

SKU: GH426

£474.00(£568.80 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
  • Item weighs over 100kg and will need care and planning to get into position kg

The Polar G-Series upright display fridge is a single-door chilled merchandiser designed to keep bottled drinks, packaged snacks and chilled food products visible, accessible and correctly tempered during service. The black painted steel finish and full-height glazed door make it a practical front-of-house unit for sites where presentation matters alongside refrigeration performance.

In busy service environments — cafés, bars, hotel lobbies, visitor attractions and convenience-style retail counters — this type of unit earns its place by combining reliable chilling with self-service convenience. The internal lighting draws attention to stocked products, and the four adjustable shelves allow the interior to be configured around different product heights and stock rotation requirements. The double-glazed door helps limit cold loss during regular customer access, which matters in sites with high footfall and frequent door openings throughout the day.

From an operational standpoint, the unit offers a number of practical advantages:

  • Lockable glazed door supports stock security in unsupervised or public-facing areas
  • Adjustable shelves accommodate varying product sizes and allow layout changes during restocking
  • Internal lighting improves product visibility without additional fitout
  • Overhead display panel provides space for own-brand signage or promotional material
  • Climate Class 4 rating confirms suitability for ambient environments up to 32°C

The unit runs on a standard single-phase supply and uses R600a refrigerant, which carries a low global warming potential and is the expected standard in modern commercial display refrigeration. At 124kg, it requires a solid, level floor surface and sufficient clearance at the rear and sides for ventilation. It is a freestanding unit and does not require any fixed installation, though positioning away from direct heat sources and sunlight will support consistent performance. The 1692mm height means overhead clearance should be confirmed before siting.

This fridge is well suited to lower-volume retail and hospitality settings where the priority is visibility and accessibility rather than high-capacity storage. It is commonly used in cafés, small bars, hotel breakout areas, visitor centres and staffed retail counters. Sites with higher stock volumes or continuous high-footfall service may find a larger-capacity unit more appropriate.

If you are unsure whether this unit is the right fit for your site — in terms of capacity, ambient conditions or positioning — our team is happy to talk it through with you before you order.

Frequently asked questions

Is this unit suitable for a busy café or bar with frequent door openings?

The double-glazed door helps limit temperature fluctuation during regular access, which makes it a reasonable choice for moderate-footfall sites. In very high-traffic environments where the door is opened continuously throughout service, you may want to consider a larger unit with greater thermal recovery capacity — it is worth discussing your expected service volume with us before ordering.

What are the installation requirements for this display fridge?

The unit is freestanding and plugs into a standard single-phase supply, so there is no fixed installation involved. You will need a solid, level floor surface given the 124kg weight, and adequate clearance around the unit for ventilation — typically at the rear and sides. It should be positioned away from direct heat sources such as grills or ovens, and out of direct sunlight, to avoid compromising refrigeration performance.

Can this fridge be used in a kitchen or back-of-house environment?

This unit is designed primarily as a front-of-house display fridge rather than a back-of-house storage unit. Its glazed door and internal lighting are intended for customer-facing locations. It will function in a back-of-house setting provided ambient temperatures remain within its Climate Class 4 rating, but if your requirement is purely for chilled storage rather than product display, a solid-door upright fridge may be a more practical and energy-efficient choice.

Polar G-Series Upright Display Fridge 218Ltr Black

£474.00(£568.80 inc VAT)

£474.00(£568.80 inc VAT)

The Polar G-Series upright display fridge is a single-door chilled merchandiser designed to keep bottled drinks, packaged snacks and chilled food products visible, accessible and correctly tempered during service. The black painted steel finish and full-height glazed door make it a practical front-of-house unit for sites where presentation matters alongside refrigeration performance.

In busy service environments — cafés, bars, hotel lobbies, visitor attractions and convenience-style retail counters — this type of unit earns its place by combining reliable chilling with self-service convenience. The internal lighting draws attention to stocked products, and the four adjustable shelves allow the interior to be configured around different product heights and stock rotation requirements. The double-glazed door helps limit cold loss during regular customer access, which matters in sites with high footfall and frequent door openings throughout the day.

From an operational standpoint, the unit offers a number of practical advantages:

  • Lockable glazed door supports stock security in unsupervised or public-facing areas
  • Adjustable shelves accommodate varying product sizes and allow layout changes during restocking
  • Internal lighting improves product visibility without additional fitout
  • Overhead display panel provides space for own-brand signage or promotional material
  • Climate Class 4 rating confirms suitability for ambient environments up to 32°C

The unit runs on a standard single-phase supply and uses R600a refrigerant, which carries a low global warming potential and is the expected standard in modern commercial display refrigeration. At 124kg, it requires a solid, level floor surface and sufficient clearance at the rear and sides for ventilation. It is a freestanding unit and does not require any fixed installation, though positioning away from direct heat sources and sunlight will support consistent performance. The 1692mm height means overhead clearance should be confirmed before siting.

This fridge is well suited to lower-volume retail and hospitality settings where the priority is visibility and accessibility rather than high-capacity storage. It is commonly used in cafés, small bars, hotel breakout areas, visitor centres and staffed retail counters. Sites with higher stock volumes or continuous high-footfall service may find a larger-capacity unit more appropriate.

If you are unsure whether this unit is the right fit for your site — in terms of capacity, ambient conditions or positioning — our team is happy to talk it through with you before you order.