Moffat FTPG2 Focus Polar Unit Chilled Cold Servery

The Moffat FTPG2 Focus Polar Unit is a self-contained chilled servery designed for displaying and serving cold accompaniments at the point of service — toppings, condiments, butter, coleslaw, relishes, and similar cold items. Rather than connecting to a mains power supply, the unit relies on a eutectic ice pack that is pre-frozen overnight and fitted into the base before service begins. This gives the unit a genuinely portable, cable-free footprint that a powered counter simply cannot match.

In operation, the shallow stainless steel well accepts Polar-plate gastronorm inserts and is paired with a low transparent screen that helps retain cold air around the contents during service. A fitted sneeze guard and illuminated gantry give the unit a presentable front-of-house appearance without requiring any infrastructure at the service point. For sandwich bars, event caterers, mobile operators, and hospitality settings running temporary or outdoor service, this approach removes a practical barrier that often complicates chilled display at the counter.

The practical advantages worth noting:

• No mains power required — position anywhere on a counter or servery run
• Eutectic pack freezes in a standard freezer — no specialist charging equipment needed
• Gastronorm-compatible inserts support standard prep and portioning workflows
• Sneeze guard supports basic food hygiene display requirements
• Portable and lightweight — straightforward to move between service points or events

It is worth being clear about where eutectic cooling has its limits. The system is well suited to moderate service periods and ambient conditions. In high-heat environments or across a very long service, temperature stability will not match that of a mains-powered chilled counter, and for high-throughput operations a powered unit would be a more reliable choice. This unit is best considered a practical display solution for lighter-duty and flexible service scenarios rather than a direct substitute for a refrigerated counter.

If you are weighing this up against a powered alternative, or are unsure whether the eutectic approach suits your service length and environment, our team is glad to help you think it through.