True GDM-23-HC~TSL01 651 Ltr Upright Glass Door Merchandiser Fridge

Product No: GDM-23-HC~TSL01

Product Description

The True GDM-23-HC is a single glass door upright merchandiser refrigerator designed for front-of-house chilled product display. With a 651-litre cabinet, it is intended for retail counters, café service areas, convenience settings, and any environment where customers need to see and access chilled drinks or packaged food directly. The glass door format makes the contents visible without opening the unit, which helps maintain stable internal temperatures during busy periods.

True Refrigeration has a long-standing reputation for consistent, reliable performance in demanding commercial environments. The GDM range is commonly found in sites where the unit runs continuously through long trading days — convenience stores, petrol forecourts, cafés, and hospitality venues. The cabinet is built to hold temperature under frequent door openings, which is the primary challenge for any merchandiser fridge in a busy retail or service setting.

From a practical standpoint, this unit offers several operational advantages worth considering:

  • Glass door construction allows customers to browse without opening the cabinet, reducing temperature fluctuation
  • Upright format makes efficient use of floor space while maximising product visibility at multiple height levels
  • Designed for continuous operation across extended trading hours
  • Interior lighting supports product presentation in lower-light service areas
  • Self-contained refrigeration system simplifies installation compared to remote refrigeration options

Installation is straightforward relative to many commercial refrigeration units — the GDM-23 is a self-contained, plug-in cabinet that does not require a remote condenser or dedicated refrigeration plant room. It does, however, require adequate ventilation clearance around the unit, particularly at the rear and above, to allow the condenser to dissipate heat effectively. Positioning in a well-ventilated area will support efficient running and reduce wear on the refrigeration system. It is worth confirming the electrical supply requirements with your installer before positioning the unit.

This unit is well suited to smaller retail and hospitality operations — cafés, delis, convenience outlets, and similar front-of-house settings where a single-door merchandiser meets the volume requirement. Operators running higher-throughput sites or needing significantly more display capacity may find a larger multi-door format a better fit.

If you are unsure whether this cabinet suits your specific layout or trading volume, our team is happy to talk it through with you before you commit.

Key Features

  • Single hinged glass door with 651-litre upright cabinet capacity
  • Self-contained refrigeration system requiring no remote condenser unit
  • Continuous-duty compressor designed for extended daily operating hours
  • Interior cabinet lighting enhances product visibility at point of sale
  • Front-facing air flow configuration supports close-proximity installation

Operational Benefits

  • Glass door reduces temperature loss during customer browsing and selection
  • Self-contained design simplifies installation and reduces overall setup costs
  • Stable holding temperature supports food safety compliance during service
  • Upright format maximises chilled display capacity within a compact floor footprint
  • Reliable continuous operation minimises downtime risk across long trading days

Specifications

Capacity (litres)
445
Climate class
3
Country of origin
US
Energy rating
B
External depth (mm)
759
External height (mm)
1998
External width (mm)
686
Internal height (mm)
1300
Material
External: Stainless Steel/Aluminium front, Aluminium sides and rear (Black or White Powder Coat option). Internal: White coated aluminium, stainless steel base
Max ambient temp deg c
25
Power rating (kw)
0.552
Power type
13amp Plug
Rear connection clearance mm
26
Refrigerant
R290
Temperature range (deg c)
0.5-3.3
Weight (kg)
128

Frequently Asked Questions

Regular price £1,731.00 exc. VAT £2,077.20 inc. VAT
Stock due by (approx)

Choose Your Options

  • Equipment may be supplied with a moulded plug but may be more suitably connected to a fused spur
  • In the event of equipment failure an engineer will be sent for an onsite repair
  • In the event of equipment failure any parts needed will be provided
  • Item weighs over 100kg and will need care and planning to get into position