Sterling Pro SPU303-6D 368Ltr Refrigerated Counter 6 Drawers

The Sterling Pro SPU303-6D is a six-drawer undermounted refrigerated counter designed to hold fresh and chilled ingredients at safe working temperatures directly beneath the prep surface. The capacity is spread across six individual drawers, giving kitchen teams immediate access to what they need without stepping away from the line or opening large cabinet doors.

In a working kitchen, drawer refrigeration performs well during busy service periods. Each drawer pull exposes only a fraction of the internal volume, which limits cold air loss and supports more consistent temperature retention across the shift. This also reduces the recovery demand on the compressor over time. The stainless steel construction throughout is practical for a prep environment — hardwearing under daily use and straightforward to clean to food hygiene standards. The counter surface above is generously sized, making it useful for mise en place, portioning, or assembly work, so the unit contributes meaningfully to the workflow rather than just occupying floor space.

From an operational standpoint, this type of unit suits kitchens where prep efficiency and speed of service are closely linked:

• Six drawers allow ingredient segregation by section, course, or menu category
• Undermounted design keeps refrigeration below worktop height, preserving vertical space
• Stainless steel interior and exterior support thorough cleaning and commercial hygiene compliance
• Large prep surface above suits mise en place, assembly, and portioning workflows
• Drawer-pull access limits cold air loss during busy service compared with door-opening alternatives

Installation is relatively straightforward, though it is worth confirming your available floor space and electrical supply before ordering. The unit requires a single-phase connection and adequate clearance at the rear and sides for ventilation — restricted airflow will affect refrigeration efficiency and compressor longevity. Positioning should also allow reasonable access for routine condenser cleaning, which is easy to overlook in a busy kitchen but important for sustained performance.

This counter is well suited to small and medium commercial kitchens — cafés, bistros, hotel prep areas, and similar operations where prep volume is steady and worktop space is at a premium. For higher-volume sites handling significant daily throughput across multiple sections, a larger or more heavily specified unit may be a better long-term fit. Equally, operations with lighter refrigeration requirements may find a two- or three-drawer configuration more appropriate for their needs.

If you are weighing up whether this unit is the right match for your kitchen layout and service volumes, the team is happy to talk it through with you.