Designline Drop-In Chilled Deli Serve-Over Counter 1525mm

The Designline drop-in chilled deli counter is a refrigerated serve-over display unit designed to sit flush within a fabricated or purpose-built countertop. It provides a chilled, illuminated display well for prepared foods, deli produce, sandwiches, and similar refrigerated items in an assisted service environment. The unit uses R290 hydrocarbon refrigerant, which carries a lower global warming potential than many conventional refrigerants and can contribute to reduced running costs over time.

In a busy service counter setting, this unit holds a consistent temperature range that keeps food within safe core temperature requirements throughout a full service period. The elliptical gantry houses diffused lighting that presents food clearly without harsh shadows, and an eye-level digital temperature display with a lockable control panel gives staff and supervisors straightforward oversight of operating conditions. The front glass tilts forward on a locking hinge, allowing the display well to be accessed for cleaning without dismantling the unit. Modular, removable deck plates in the chilled well make end-of-day cleaning more practical in a commercial environment where turnaround time matters.

From an operational standpoint, several features reduce day-to-day management burden:

• Integrated condensate evaporator removes the need for a site drainage connection
• Lockable temperature controls prevent accidental or unauthorised adjustment during service
• 24-hour operation capability suits sites that require extended or overnight display
• An optional chopping board over the rear shelf creates a local sandwich preparation area without requiring additional counter space
• A toughened glass mid-shelf within the display area adds ambient display capacity alongside the chilled well

Installation requires the unit to be dropped into a countertop opening. Ventilation for the underslung condensing unit is provided via the air inlet grilles supplied with the unit — these must be correctly fitted to ensure adequate airflow to the refrigeration system. The unit arrives with a 2-metre lead and plug top, making electrical connection straightforward in most installations, though the counter structure and any bespoke surround are the operator's responsibility. At 156kg, two-person handling and appropriate access are worth planning ahead of delivery. No site drainage connection is needed. GN containers are sold separately.

This unit is well suited to cafés, food-to-go operations, delis, staff restaurants, and hospitality venues running an assisted service format. It is a practical choice for medium-volume counters where consistent presentation and hygiene are priorities. Sites with higher throughput or requiring a larger footprint may find a wider or higher-capacity configuration more appropriate to their service demands.

If you are fitting this into a bespoke counter build or are unsure whether the footprint and ventilation arrangement will work within your specific setup, we are happy to talk through the practical details before you commit.