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Polar U-Series Blast Chiller/Freezer with Touchscreen 18/14kg

SKU: UA015

£3,226.00(£3,871.20 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 U-Series blast chiller/freezer is a standalone unit designed to rapidly reduce the core temperature of cooked or freshly prepared food, taking it safely through the bacterial danger zone and into either a chilled or frozen hold. It accepts five full-size 1/1 GN pans, making it a practical fit for kitchens that need reliable blast chilling without the footprint of a larger roll-in cabinet. The dual chiller/freezer functionality means the same unit can serve both daily cook-chill workflows and longer-term frozen storage programmes.

In a busy kitchen environment, the ability to chill down large batches quickly after service is central to both food safety compliance and next-day prep efficiency. This unit is well suited to that kind of regular, heavy use. The R290 refrigerant system delivers consistent cooling performance, and the built-in food probe allows the controller to track core temperature in real time rather than relying on timed cycles alone — an important distinction when you are chilling dense or high-mass foods that cool more slowly than the surrounding air might suggest.

The touchscreen controller is straightforward to operate in a working kitchen. Operators can run pre-set cycles for common food types or store their own custom programmes, which helps maintain consistency across shifts and reduces the risk of incorrect settings during a busy service period. Practical day-to-day advantages include:

  • Core temperature monitoring via food probe for accurate, safe chilling
  • Stored custom programmes reduce reliance on operator memory across shifts
  • Stainless steel interior and exterior for straightforward cleaning and long-term durability
  • Lockable castors allow the unit to be secured in position or moved easily for cleaning behind and beneath
  • Dual chiller and freezer modes within a single unit, reducing the need for separate equipment

On the installation side, the unit runs from a standard single-phase supply and carries a 116 kg installed weight, so floor loading and access during delivery should be considered, particularly in basement or mezzanine kitchens. The castors aid repositioning but the unit will still require adequate clearance at the rear and sides for ventilation. It uses R290 refrigerant, a natural hydrocarbon, which is worth noting for sites subject to F-Gas or hazardous substance protocols, though the charge weight is modest.

This unit is best suited to small-to-medium operations — restaurants, hotel kitchens, school catering facilities, or contract caterers — where cook-chill or cook-freeze is a regular part of the workflow but output volumes do not justify a larger roll-in blast chiller. For sites running very high batch volumes or requiring GN trolley compatibility, a higher-capacity model would be worth considering. Equally, if blast chilling is only an occasional requirement, a smaller unit may represent better value.

If you are unsure whether this capacity suits your service volumes or want to talk through how blast chilling would fit into your existing kitchen workflow, the team is happy to help you work through the options before you commit.

Frequently asked questions

Is this unit suitable for a kitchen that runs cook-chill every day?

Yes — the U-Series is designed for regular, daily blast chilling use. The five-pan capacity works well for small-to-medium operations producing consistent batch volumes, and the food probe ensures each cycle meets safe chilling targets rather than relying on fixed timers. If your output regularly fills the unit multiple times per service, it is worth discussing whether a higher-capacity unit would give you better throughput.

What are the key installation requirements for this blast chiller?

The unit operates on a single-phase electrical supply and uses R290 refrigerant, which some sites will need to flag under local hazardous substance or ventilation protocols. At 116 kg it is a substantial piece of equipment, so floor loading and delivery access should be assessed in advance, particularly in below-ground or restricted-access kitchens. Allow adequate clearance around the unit for airflow — the castors help with repositioning but the unit should not be pushed directly against walls during operation.

Can we use this unit to blast freeze as well as blast chill?

Yes — this is a combined blast chiller and blast freezer, with both modes selectable via the touchscreen controller. The rated capacities differ between modes, which is typical of combined units, so if blast freezing is your primary use case it is worth confirming that the freeze capacity aligns with your usual batch sizes. We can help you assess this if you share details of your typical production volumes.
Polar U-Series Blast Chiller/Freezer with Touchscreen 18/14kg

£3,226.00(£3,871.20 inc VAT)

£3,226.00(£3,871.20 inc VAT)

The Polar U-Series blast chiller/freezer is a standalone unit designed to rapidly reduce the core temperature of cooked or freshly prepared food, taking it safely through the bacterial danger zone and into either a chilled or frozen hold. It accepts five full-size 1/1 GN pans, making it a practical fit for kitchens that need reliable blast chilling without the footprint of a larger roll-in cabinet. The dual chiller/freezer functionality means the same unit can serve both daily cook-chill workflows and longer-term frozen storage programmes.

In a busy kitchen environment, the ability to chill down large batches quickly after service is central to both food safety compliance and next-day prep efficiency. This unit is well suited to that kind of regular, heavy use. The R290 refrigerant system delivers consistent cooling performance, and the built-in food probe allows the controller to track core temperature in real time rather than relying on timed cycles alone — an important distinction when you are chilling dense or high-mass foods that cool more slowly than the surrounding air might suggest.

The touchscreen controller is straightforward to operate in a working kitchen. Operators can run pre-set cycles for common food types or store their own custom programmes, which helps maintain consistency across shifts and reduces the risk of incorrect settings during a busy service period. Practical day-to-day advantages include:

  • Core temperature monitoring via food probe for accurate, safe chilling
  • Stored custom programmes reduce reliance on operator memory across shifts
  • Stainless steel interior and exterior for straightforward cleaning and long-term durability
  • Lockable castors allow the unit to be secured in position or moved easily for cleaning behind and beneath
  • Dual chiller and freezer modes within a single unit, reducing the need for separate equipment

On the installation side, the unit runs from a standard single-phase supply and carries a 116 kg installed weight, so floor loading and access during delivery should be considered, particularly in basement or mezzanine kitchens. The castors aid repositioning but the unit will still require adequate clearance at the rear and sides for ventilation. It uses R290 refrigerant, a natural hydrocarbon, which is worth noting for sites subject to F-Gas or hazardous substance protocols, though the charge weight is modest.

This unit is best suited to small-to-medium operations — restaurants, hotel kitchens, school catering facilities, or contract caterers — where cook-chill or cook-freeze is a regular part of the workflow but output volumes do not justify a larger roll-in blast chiller. For sites running very high batch volumes or requiring GN trolley compatibility, a higher-capacity model would be worth considering. Equally, if blast chilling is only an occasional requirement, a smaller unit may represent better value.

If you are unsure whether this capacity suits your service volumes or want to talk through how blast chilling would fit into your existing kitchen workflow, the team is happy to help you work through the options before you commit.