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Polar Pharmacy Fridge Solid Door 128Ltr Undercounter

SKU: FD169

£719.00(£862.80 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

The Polar solid door pharmacy fridge is a dedicated medical refrigerator designed to store medicines, vaccines and temperature-sensitive drugs within the clinically required range of 2°C to 8°C. Unlike standard catering refrigeration, it is built specifically to meet the storage requirements of healthcare and pharmaceutical environments, where consistent, accurate temperature control is a regulatory necessity rather than a preference.

In a busy pharmacy, GP surgery, care home or school medical room, the fridge will hold its set temperature reliably throughout the working day and overnight. It operates without the loading and unloading cycles that push catering fridges hard, which means the R600a refrigerant system is well suited to the steady, low-demand conditions typical of medication storage. Recovery after door opening is prompt and stable.

From an operational standpoint, the key features translate into meaningful day-to-day reassurance:

  • High and low temperature alarms alert staff immediately if conditions move outside the safe range
  • A door-open alarm prevents accidental temperature loss from an improperly closed door
  • A mains power failure alarm flags any disruption to supply before stock is compromised
  • A keyed lock restricts access to authorised personnel only
  • Two adjustable shelves and a half-size base shelf allow organised, accessible storage

The unit is undercounter in format, fitting neatly beneath a standard worksurface. At 44kg it can be positioned without specialist lifting equipment, and the steel construction is straightforward to wipe down. It runs from a standard 13A mains socket with no specialist electrical installation required. Bear in mind that it is designed for indoor use in a temperature-controlled environment — it is not suited to unheated storage rooms or areas subject to significant ambient temperature variation.

This fridge is well suited to single-room or small-volume medication storage in pharmacies, residential care homes, GP and dental surgeries, schools and similar healthcare settings. For sites managing larger stock volumes or requiring multiple temperature zones, a higher-capacity medical refrigeration unit would be worth considering.

If you are unsure whether this model meets your regulatory storage obligations or have questions about where it fits within your current setup, the team is happy to talk it through with you.

Frequently asked questions

Is this fridge suitable for storing vaccines as well as general medicines?

The unit maintains a stable temperature range of 2°C to 8°C, which covers the storage requirements for many common vaccines and temperature-sensitive medicines. That said, specific vaccine storage protocols can vary by product and by regulatory guidance, so it is worth confirming with your pharmacy or clinical governance advisor that this model meets your particular requirements before purchasing.

Does the fridge need any special installation or just a standard plug socket?

It runs from a standard 13A mains socket, so there is no specialist electrical work required. It should be positioned in a temperature-controlled indoor environment away from direct heat sources, and adequate ventilation clearance around the unit is needed for the refrigeration system to operate efficiently — check the installation guide for the specific clearances recommended.

We need to store medication for a larger residential care home — is this the right capacity?

At 128 litres, this unit is well suited to smaller settings such as a single dispensary, medical room or GP surgery. For a larger care home managing higher stock volumes or multiple medication rounds, a higher-capacity medical fridge would likely be more appropriate, and we would recommend speaking to us to size the right unit for your requirements.
Polar Pharmacy Fridge Solid Door 128Ltr Undercounter

£719.00(£862.80 inc VAT)

£719.00(£862.80 inc VAT)

The Polar solid door pharmacy fridge is a dedicated medical refrigerator designed to store medicines, vaccines and temperature-sensitive drugs within the clinically required range of 2°C to 8°C. Unlike standard catering refrigeration, it is built specifically to meet the storage requirements of healthcare and pharmaceutical environments, where consistent, accurate temperature control is a regulatory necessity rather than a preference.

In a busy pharmacy, GP surgery, care home or school medical room, the fridge will hold its set temperature reliably throughout the working day and overnight. It operates without the loading and unloading cycles that push catering fridges hard, which means the R600a refrigerant system is well suited to the steady, low-demand conditions typical of medication storage. Recovery after door opening is prompt and stable.

From an operational standpoint, the key features translate into meaningful day-to-day reassurance:

  • High and low temperature alarms alert staff immediately if conditions move outside the safe range
  • A door-open alarm prevents accidental temperature loss from an improperly closed door
  • A mains power failure alarm flags any disruption to supply before stock is compromised
  • A keyed lock restricts access to authorised personnel only
  • Two adjustable shelves and a half-size base shelf allow organised, accessible storage

The unit is undercounter in format, fitting neatly beneath a standard worksurface. At 44kg it can be positioned without specialist lifting equipment, and the steel construction is straightforward to wipe down. It runs from a standard 13A mains socket with no specialist electrical installation required. Bear in mind that it is designed for indoor use in a temperature-controlled environment — it is not suited to unheated storage rooms or areas subject to significant ambient temperature variation.

This fridge is well suited to single-room or small-volume medication storage in pharmacies, residential care homes, GP and dental surgeries, schools and similar healthcare settings. For sites managing larger stock volumes or requiring multiple temperature zones, a higher-capacity medical refrigeration unit would be worth considering.

If you are unsure whether this model meets your regulatory storage obligations or have questions about where it fits within your current setup, the team is happy to talk it through with you.